ECST - Éducation & Culture Sainte-Thérèse

What ECST - Éducation & Culture Sainte-Thérèse does

ECST - Éducation & Culture Sainte-Thérèse is a private Catholic educational institution operating under contract with the French state (sous contrat d'association avec l'État), governed by the AGEC Sainte-Thérèse non-profit association with Benoît Lecoutère as President. The school serves approximately 520 students across two campuses in Ozoir-la-Ferrière, Île-de-France: Campus Ouest (Maternelle and Élémentaire, 6 avenue de la Doutre, 19 classes) and Campus Est (Collège and Lycée, Rond-Point de l'Europe). Families are drawn from 40+ surrounding communes, and the institution operates as a continuous educational pathway from Petite Section through Terminale, with the 6ème cycle returning to Campus Est in the 2026-2027 academic year.

The core product offering combines traditional Catholic education with distinctive technology and international programs. The flagship technology initiative is Light'n'Smart, a 7+ year old 1:1 iPad program for students from 5ème onwards, validated by Apple Distinguished School certification awarded in 2021. Recent additions include the AI Film Project (generative AI video creation in Technology classes) and the Voiture-Prototype project. International mobility is enabled through Erasmus+ accreditation (2021-2027 cycle) and a Césure Australia gap-year partnership with JEV Langues (€16,000 per semester). Differentiated academic offerings include BIA Aeronautics certification, DNL Science Fair, EMI media education with France Télévisions visits, and a six-language curriculum (English, German, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, Latin). Academic outcomes are documented at 100% Baccalauréat and 99.55% Brevet des Collèges pass rates in 2026.

Revenue is generated through annual tuition fees (€1,959-€2,152 per student depending on level and residency status), peri-scolaire services (garderie, study supervision at €125-195/trimester), iPad rental (€12.50/month), optional activities (BIA, sports association, workshops), and supplementary programs. Enrollment is direct-to-consumer via the school's website and the École Directe parent platform, with no external distribution. The school supplements tuition revenue with French state funding under its association contract and Erasmus+ EU co-funding for mobility programs. The 31-employee organization delivers a multi-product, integrated educational experience rather than discrete commercial products.

Name

ECST - Éducation & Culture Sainte-Thérèse

Legal name

Education & Culture Sainte-Thérèse (AGEC Sainte-Thérèse)

Website

https://ecst.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

ECST is a private Catholic school under French state contract in Ozoir-la-Ferrière, operating two campuses (Maternelle through Terminale) with 520+ students and distinctive programs including an Apple Distinguished School iPad initiative, Erasmus+ mobility, and AI/STEM pedagogy.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Catholic K-12 Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Digital/Interactive Curriculum Content (Apps, Games, Multimedia Lessons) (EDACAJAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

In-Service Professional Development (Workshops/Institutes/Short Courses) (EDACAIAB)

Keywords

• Private catholic education
• Primary secondary schooling
• Digital learning programs
• International student exchanges
• Pastoral youth education

Headquarters

HQ city

Ozoir-la-Ferrière

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition Fees: Annual tuition fees constitute the primary revenue stream. Fees vary by level (École, Collège, Lycée) and residency status (Ozoir residents vs. other communes). Reductions applied for families with multiple children enrolled.
2. Peri-scolaire Services: Before/after school care (garderie), supervised study sessions, and lunch services generate additional revenue. Billed quarterly or per-occasion.
3. Optional Activities: Sports association (AS), optional workshops (art, musical comedy, eloquence), and specialized programs (BIA aviation certification) generate supplementary revenue.
4. iPad Program: Monthly rental fee for school iPad provision (€12.50/month over 12 months) with optional purchase at program end.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

ECST is a private Catholic educational establishment under contract with the French state, operating across two campuses in Ozoir-la-Ferrière. It delivers a continuous educational pathway from Maternelle (Petite Section) through Lycée (Terminale), combining core academic curriculum with technology integration (1:1 iPad program from 5th grade), international mobility (Erasmus+, Australia gap year), pastoral education, and enrichment programs (aeronautics initiation, AI filmmaking, eloquence). Revenue is generated primarily through tuition fees, peri-scolaire services, optional activities, and iPad rental.

Product overview

ECST (Éducation & Culture Sainte-Thérèse) is a private Catholic educational institution under state contract, comprising three levels: École Maternelle & Élémentaire (Campus Ouest), Collège (Campus Est), and Lycée (Campus Est). The institution operates as a unified school system with shared values and programs. Core offerings include traditional academic education enhanced by specialized programs: Light'n'Smart (1:1 iPad program with Apple Distinguished School certification), international programs (Césure Australia, Erasmus+), and enrichment activities (BIA Aeronautics, ETM talent show, Projet Oral). Technology integration is central to pedagogy, with AI film creation in Technology classes and digital citizenship training. The institution also provides pastoral programs, student councils, catering services, and orientation support.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Light'n'Smart: Digital integration project providing iPads to students from 5ème onwards, with Apple Distinguished School certification
• ECST4U

Products and services

• École Maternelle & Élémentaire (Campus Ouest) Private Catholic schooling from Petite Section through CM2 (nursery and primary), located at Campus Ouest in Ozoir-la-Ferrière. 19 classes serve approximately 520 students with religious culture, catechism options, English initiation, and academic subjects.
• Collège Middle school for 6ème to 3ème at Campus Est, including Brevet preparation, multiple language options (English, German, Spanish, Italian, Chinese), Latin and BIA options, EMI media education, and integration of the Light'n'Smart iPad program.
• Lycée High school from Seconde to Terminale offering Générale and STI2D tracks with specialty options (Sciences, Humanities, Economics, Languages, Innovation Technology), orientation programs, international experiences, and Parcoursup preparation.
• Light'n'Smart Digital Program 1:1 iPad-based pedagogical program equipping every student from 5ème onwards with a school iPad, including Jamf Parent monitoring application and digital citizenship training. Apple Distinguished School certified.
• BIA - Brevet d'Initiation Aéronautique Aeronautics initiation diploma with weekly classes covering meteorology, aerodynamics, navigation, air control, and cockpit instruments, including a discovery day at an airfield and introductory flight experience.
• Césure en Australie Gap year immersion program between 2nde and 1ère (April-August) placing students with Australian host families and integrating them into local high schools, with ECST pedagogical follow-up and value recognition on Parcoursup.
• Erasmus+ ECST European mobility program with EU co-funding including student exchanges, ecological projects with STI2D students, PCTO orientation trips to Italy, virtual exchanges via eTwinning, and staff professional development.
• Restauration Scolaire (School Catering) Catering service operated by Scolarest for both campuses, offering multi-component meals for Maternelle/École, self-service for Collège, and Plateau/Snacking formulas with Click & Collect for Lycée.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% Baccalauréat 2026 pass rate with 94.85% mentions in générale and 100% in STI2D
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration15 records

AI capability2 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• JEV LanguescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJEV Langues handles all administrative aspects of the Australia Césure gap year program including information sessions, registration, visa processing, family matching, and on-ground support in Australia. ECST manages pedagogical follow-up through dedicated teacher advisors.
• ScolarestcoreOthersCatering service provider managing meal preparation at both campuses. Committed to local, labeled, and sustainable products. Provides cafeteria services for Maternelle/Elementary (3-component meals), Collège (5-component self-service), and Lycée (plateau and snacking options via Click & Collect).
• ECONOCOMminorOthersEquipment insurance partner for the Light'n'Smart iPad program. Handles device damage claims and insurance declarations for school-issued iPads.
• European Union (Erasmus+)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerErasmus+ accreditation 2021-2027 enables student and staff mobility across Europe. Co-funded by the EU to develop equal opportunities, ecological awareness, and digital culture. Student projects include ecological initiatives with STI2D students and PCTO orientation in Italy.
• emlyon business schoolminorOthersPresented management and international commerce programs during ECST Orientation Weeks, helping students explore business education pathways.
• ISIT ParisminorOthersEuropean school of international careers presented multilingual programs in communication, international law, and translation during Orientation Weeks.
• Lycée François 1erminorOthersPresented preparatory class options (MPSI, PCSI, BCPST) during ECST Orientation Weeks for students considering scientific pathways.
• Restos du CoeurminorOthersCharity partner for annual Solidarity Week food collection drive. Students and families donate long-lasting food products and hygiene items to support the organization's mission.
• Campus Massawippi (Quebec)minorOthersInternational partner campus in Quebec, Canada for 1ère student immersion trips. Students follow English classes and explore North American culture during 10-day stays.
• École DirectecoreTechnology or IntegrationDigital platform for parent-school communication including grades, attendance, messaging, cafeteria reservations, and financial management. Primary channel for enrolled family interactions.
• Cards for BraveryminorOthersUK charity for hospitalized children. ECST 2nde students write Christmas cards as English language practice combined with charitable giving.
• Postcards for KindnessminorOthersCharity connecting students with elderly care home residents. ECST 1ère students send holiday greetings to French nursing home residents.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Notre-Dame des Oiseaux: Catholic K-12 school in La Celle-Saint-Cloud serving the western Paris suburbs. Closest geographic and demographic peer to ECST given suburban Île-de-France catchment and similar Catholic-state-contract operating model.
• Saint-Jean de Passy: Paris Catholic private school offering K-12 education under state contract with strong academic record. Comparable on Catholic pedagogy, integrated K-12 offerings, and competitive positioning for families in Paris and inner suburbs.
• École Jeannine Manuel: Elite French private K-12 international school with Catholic heritage, located in Paris and Neuilly. Closest functional peer to ECST given the integrated K-12 pathway, premium tuition, international programs (Erasmus+, English-language tracks), and similar emphasis on holistic, mission-driven education.
• Cours Fénelon: Historic Catholic K-12 institution in Paris offering maternelle through classes préparatoires under state contract. Comparable on Catholic pedagogical identity, state-contract funding model, and broad K-12 pathway serving upper-middle-class families in Île-de-France.
• Marymount International School Paris: Catholic, international K-12 school in the Paris suburbs with strong English-language programs and Apple-centric digital curriculum. Comparable on the Catholic international positioning, technology integration, and premium tuition structure.
• École Alsacienne: Renowned Parisian private K-12 school (non-Catholic) with elite academic outcomes. Comparable on the premium independent school model, multi-language offerings, and competitive Bac pass rates; useful benchmark for positioning though secular rather than Catholic.
• Sainte-Croix de Neuilly: Elite Catholic K-12 school in Neuilly-sur-Seine (immediate Île-de-France catchment of ECST). Comparable on selective Catholic admissions, rigorous Bac preparation, premium tuition, and reputation-driven parental demand.
• Saint-Michel de Picpus: Paris-based Catholic educational institution under state contract spanning maternelle through lycée with strong academic outcomes. Directly comparable on the contractual Catholic model, pastoral emphasis, and breadth of K-12 curriculum in the Île-de-France region.
• International School of Paris: Paris-area English-language international school serving K-12 with diverse student body. Comparable on premium independent positioning, international programs, and integration of digital pedagogy in curriculum design.

Regional players

• Lycée Français de New York: French curriculum K-12 school in New York serving expatriate and bilingual families. Comparable on the French-academic-pathway model, premium tuition, and post-Bac orientation support, though serving a different geography.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/ecst4u
• Instagraminstagram.com/ecst4u_officiel
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/ecst

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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