Guidance Counseling Services

The student actors in the construction of their guidance project

At Shanghai French School, guidance and career planning are seen as a continuous journey of personal growth. From middle school to high school, students are encouraged to develop and refine their academic and professional goals according to their interests and abilities. This process is placed at the heart of our curriculum to help every student confidently shape their future—wherever in the world it may take them.

Information

individual counseling

Observation

Analysis

Exchange

School non-dropout

Relive the career fair
in video.

Our Students Go to the Best Universities Around the World

Our graduate’s destinations in the past few years:
45%-50% of our students go abroad
(UK, Canada, Us, Europe)
50%-55% of our
students go to France

Last year’s International and French Universities Acceptances for our students

Congratulations to each of our students for their dedication and hard work, leading to this remarkable accomplishment. You’ve risen to the challenge with excellence, and we couldn’t be prouder of you!

Below, you will find the admission results for France’s leading schools and universities, as well as for English-speaking universities.
Organized by category and field of study, these achievements showcase the excellence of our students, the dedication of our teaching staff, and the effectiveness of our educational system.

Fields our graduates pursue in higher education
2018-2025 period

29%
Economy, management, business, communication
25%
Engineering, sciences
23%
Human sciences (History, political, sciences, law, psychology…)
9%
Language, literature, architecture
7%
Arts and Design
5%
Medicine, Veterinary
2%
Others

Our Guidance Counsellors Program

At Shanghai French School, the Guidance service supports each student daily n building and finalizing their personal project towards higher education.
For all Students
Weekly Individual Counseling: Guidance counselors available for one-on-one meetings and personalized follow-up.
Class Meetings: Regular check-ins to assess academic progress
For Middle School Students
Practical Projects:
Activities like career expos, gender equality workshops, and science fairs introduce students to career paths and workplace issues
For High School Students
Personalized Guidance:
Introduction to career orientation.
Workshops on professions and higher education, plus detailed info on Bac specializations and post-Bac options.
Preparation for internships and economic world exploration. Our goal is to ensure that every student reaches their full potential.
Tailored guidance for final-year students’ academic paths.
Career Events & Talks:
Career Fair featuring studies in France.
Guest Speaker Sessions where professionals share industry insights.
Internships & Interview Simulations:
Company Observation Internships for 10th-grade students.
Company Visits for 11th-grade students.
Mock Interviews for 11th and 12th-grade students.
Individual Follow-up:
Academic Reviews to explore interests and select specializations.
Application Support to help with French and international applications
The University Guidance Bulletin: Each month, Terminale students receive a Bulletin featuring key dates, deadlines, and highlights, their essential guide to preparing for life after graduation (via Email and Pronote).

At the Shanghai French School, the Guidance service supports each student on a daily basis in building
and finalizing their personal project
towards higher education.

Study in France: Application Process

Study in France: Application Process

Parcoursup is the French national platform through which students apply to universities and higher education programs in France. Our guidance team supports every student throughout this process, from exploring options to completing applications with confidence.

PARCOURSUP

Step 1

December - January
I inform myself & discover the training

Step 2

January - April
I sign up to validate my wishes & finalize my form

Step 3

June - July
I receive answers & I decide

Study Abroad: Application Process

Study Abroad: Application Process

For students applying to universities abroad, each country or education system has its own application platform, such as UCAS for the UK, Common App for the US, or JUPAS for Hong Kong. Shanghai French School guides and supports every student through these international procedures, ensuring a smooth and well-prepared transition to higher education worldwide.

AGORA MONDE

AGORA MONDE is a collaborative network developed by AEFE for high school students
and young alumni of French schools around the world. AGORA MONDE is:

A global platform

with multiple functionalities of the AEFE network. Agora MONDE is a tool to assist you in the construction of your career path.

160,000 USERS

The AGORA Monde platform enables students within the network to connect with former students regarding their career paths using the features available on agora-aefe.fr: AGORA and ADN discussion forums, video testimonials, and informative content.

A COLLABORATIVE NETWORK

AGORA Monde, the AEFE’s collaborative platform for students across the French international network, connects students, families, and schools to help shape academic and career paths while preparing for university life. Through programs like ADN-AEFE and ADN Demain Durable, the platform also offers students meaningful, socially responsible international experiences.

ADN Mobilité

ADN Mobilité is an exchange program for Seconde (Grade 10) students within the AEFE network. Two students, two families, two schools: one shared experience!
It’s a unique opportunity to study in another French international school, discover a new culture, and gain independence while continuing the same curriculum.

Toolbox

AGORA MONDE

The network of high school students and young alumni of the French School around the world

RESOURCES 3C

The 3C of the Shanghai French School offers students access to plentiful tools to help them build their orientation project.

ONISEP

Produce and distribute all information on training and trades.

MOOC : Massive open online course.

Free and collaborative online classes, created by six universities and one large school, aim to help students and their families.

HORIZON

Simulate your combinations of specialties and discover training and job prospects

EDUSCOL

Inform and help professionals from the education world

PARCOURSUP

Parcoursup is the official French online platform where high school students apply for admission to higher education programs in France.

AVENIRS

A website that helps students explore different careers, training paths, and guidance resources to plan their academic and professional futures.

Our team

Audrey Santolini
Head Counselling
3976 0555 (ext. 547)
Clément de Meester
Guidance Counselor
3976 0555 (ext. 521)

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