Located in the heart of Marcy-l’Étoile, in a calm and secure residential area, the school enjoys a privileged setting: greenery, tranquility, and quick access from Tassin, Charbonnières, Sainte-Consorce, Craponne… A perfect location to learn in peace.
A school ideally located in Marcy-l’Étoile
A vibrant bilingual environment every day
At ESL, every space is designed to support natural immersion in both languages.
English adorns the walls, routines, workshops, and projects. Children grow in an environment where both languages coexist harmoniously: educational displays, bilingual reading, spontaneous interactions… Nothing is artificial, everything is fluid and alive.
Our goal: to make language a daily tool, simple and natural.
Classrooms Designed for Confident Learning
Our classrooms are organized and deliberately uncluttered to promote concentration and autonomy.
Each class has flexible work areas: reading corners, workshops, hands-on materials, and gathering spaces. Everything is designed so that the child feels comfortable, safe, and can learn at their own pace in a warm and structured environment.
A simple, effective environment — true to our educational vision.
A friendly playground designed for movement, play, and growth
Our playground is a true living space where children can express themselves freely. It features a welcoming lawn, trees that provide shade and freshness, and a variety of games suitable for different ages.
Motor skill accessories, giant Legos, ping-pong table, Babington, team games: everything is provided for children to move, experiment, invent, and practice different sports during recess, in a safe environment.
A pedagogical vegetable garden completes this space. Students plant, water, and observe the growth of fruits, vegetables, and herbs. A concrete and simple way to discover nature, the cycle of seasons, and the joy of caring for living things.
A lively, green, and stimulating playground — a place to play, learn, and grow together.
A committed canteen: local, simple, and delicious
We place great importance on the quality of meals.
The canteen offers menus prepared from local products, sourced through short supply chains from regional producers. Children discover authentic flavors, balanced dishes, and seasonal eating.
Eating well, eating healthy, learning to appreciate simple, high-quality products: this is also part of growing up at ESL.
Spaces Dedicated to Workshops and Projects
Our spaces are designed to adapt to the school’s educational needs and projects. A warm library welcomes children for quiet reading moments, stories in English or French, and discovery time. Its reading corner, comfortable and bright, allows students to escape, relax, and develop a love for reading.
We also have a music room, equipped with instruments suitable for children. They explore rhythms, sing, experiment, and develop their artistic sense in a playful and creative environment.
These flexible spaces complement the classrooms: science workshops, bilingual projects, motor activities, artistic work… everything can be organized according to current needs.
A school that adapts, transforms, and provides children with diverse spaces to learn in different ways.
Come and discover the school!
The best way to understand the spirit of ESL is to come and experience it.
We are happy to welcome you for a personalized visit: meet the team, explore the classrooms, see the children in action, and feel the caring atmosphere and positive energy that fill the school.
We will be delighted to introduce you to the school and discuss your plans for your child.
Access to the English School Lyon
Located in the heart of Marcy-l’Étoile, in a calm and green residential area, the school benefits from a safe and pleasant setting. Close to Tassin, Charbonnières, Sainte-Consorce, and Craponne, it offers easy access by car or public transport.
By Car
From northern Lyon, access is easy via Tassin and then the D7 towards Marcy-l’Étoile. Parking around the school is convenient for drop-offs and pick-ups.
By Bus
The school is served by several TCL lines:
- Line 72 (Gorge de Loup – Marcy-l’Étoile – Sainte-Consorce)
- Line 98 / 98E (Gorge de Loup – Marcy Campus – Marcy-l’Étoile)
- Line GE6 (Charbonnières – Marcy-l’Étoile)
These lines drop students a few minutes’ walk from the school, providing a practical and reliable alternative.