charles de foucauld - nancy

What charles de foucauld - nancy does

Ensemble scolaire Saint Charles de Foucauld is a private Catholic educational institution (Établissement d'Enseignement Privé associé à l'État) operating in Nancy, France, under the authority of the Diocèse de Nancy and the Rectorat de Nancy-Metz. The institution provides a continuous educational pathway spanning maternelle through Mastère (Bac+5), including primary school, collège, lycée général et technologique, lycée professionnel, and a higher education division. Higher education offerings include BTS programs (accounting/CG, business management/GPME, commerce/MCO, digital relations/NDRC, IT services/SIO and CIEL, social/health services/SP3S), DCG, three Bachelor tracks (HR, Accounting/Finance, Social Economy Enterprise), and a Mastère MEQP for social economy organizations. The institution also operates a 114-place boarding facility (the largest Catholic internat in downtown Nancy) and a CFA providing apprenticeship and continuing education at multiple levels.

The technology stack is built on standard educational SaaS: Ecole Directe for parent-student communication and grade access, Microsoft productivity tools through a partnership with Microsoft, and "numeric classes" for innovative pedagogy. Specialized sections include sports programs (handball section in partnership with Grand Nancy Handball, basketball P\u00f4le Espoir with Ligue Grand Est de Basketball) and a pastoral program rooted in Saint Charles de Foucauld's values. International programs include a Dual Diploma with US High School Diploma (via Academica International Studies), Erasmus+ exchanges (operationalized through Stud&Globe agency), and a Canadian equivalency pathway with Cégep de Gaspésie.

Revenue is generated primarily through tuition fees (contributions des familles), state teaching contracts for under-contract teachers, and the taxe d'apprentissage from companies. Specific pricing is not publicly disclosed and is handled through family consultations. The institution serves regional families in the Grand Est area seeking Catholic values-based education, post-bac students pursuing professional BTS/Bachelor/Mastère credentials with apprenticeship pathways, and student athletes requiring dual academic-sports scheduling. Competitive outcomes include a claimed 100% baccalauréat pass rate, 97% employment rate for BTS SP3S graduates, 1st place nationally in the Passe ton Hack cybersecurity competition (out of 812 teams), and triple awards at the La Nuit qui Compte accounting competition (2025).

Name

charles de foucauld - nancy

Legal name

Ensemble scolaire Saint Charles de Foucauld

Website

https://cdfnancy.fr

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Ensemble scolaire Saint Charles de Foucauld is a private Catholic school complex in Nancy, France, offering continuous education from maternelle through Mastère (Bac+5), including BTS, Bachelor, and Mastère programs, a 114-place boarding facility, and specialized sports sections, serving regional families and post-bac students.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Catholic Education Services

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310), Technical and Trade Schools (6115)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Sports Boarding Schools & Residential Academies (MPAKAJAL)

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Charter College-Prep & Advanced Academics Schools (EDAJACAJ), Interscholastic Athletics (Varsity/JV Teams) (EDAJAJAA)

Keywords

• Private catholic education
• Primary secondary education
• Higher education programs
• Vocational training apprenticeship
• International student programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Nancy

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and family contributions: Private Catholic school funded primarily through tuition fees paid by families. Contributions des familles (family contributions) section exists on website. School also receives Taxe d'apprentissage (apprenticeship tax) from companies.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Ensemble scolaire Saint Charles de Foucauld is a private Catholic educational institution in Nancy, France delivering a complete educational pathway from maternelle (ages 3-11) through Bac+5 higher education. It operates primary, middle, general/technological and vocational high schools, a higher education division offering BTS, DCG, Bachelor and Mastère programs, and a CFA for apprenticeship and continuing education. International and specialized sections include the Dual Diploma Academica (US High School Diploma), Erasmus+, sports sections (handball, basketball), and pastoral education. The campus also hosts a 114-place boarding school, the largest Catholic boarding facility in downtown Nancy.

Product overview

Ensemble scolaire Saint Charles de Foucauld is a comprehensive private Catholic educational institution in Nancy, France offering a complete educational pathway from primary school through Bac+5. The institution operates as a multi-level school comprising École (maternal and elementary), Collège (middle school), Lycée Général et Technologique (general and technological high school), Lycée Professionnel (vocational), Enseignement Supérieur (higher education with BTS and DCG programs), and a CFA for apprenticeships. The higher education division offers specialized two-year BTS programs in accounting (CG), business management (GPME), commercial management (MCO), digital client relations (NDRC), administrative support (SAM), IT services (SIO), and health/social services (SP3S). Bac+3 programs include Bachelors in Human Resources, Accounting & Finance, and Social Economy Enterprise Management. A Bac+5 Mastère program in Quality and Performance Management for Social Economy Organizations completes the offering. International programs include Dual Diploma Academica (US partnership) and Erasmus+ exchanges. Specialized sections include sports programs (handball, basketball), defense class, and pastoral education. The institution also operates a 114-place boarding school.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• École (Primary School) Maternal and elementary school education from ages 3-11, featuring language learning (English and German), flexible classroom pedagogy, cultural projects, and sports activities.
• Collège (Middle School) Lower secondary education (6ème to 3ème) offering general curriculum with special sections including sports (handball, basketball), defense class, and the Dispositif Ulis TSLA for students with language disorders.
• Lycée Général et Technologique Upper secondary education offering General Baccalauréat (with specializations), Technological Baccalauréat ST2S (Health and Social Sciences), and STMG (Management and Sciences). Includes Dual Diploma Academica program for US high school diploma.
• Lycée Professionnel (Vocational High School) Vocational secondary education preparing students for professional qualifications and immediate employment or further studies.
• Enseignement Supérieur (Higher Education) Post-baccalaureate programs including BTS in accounting, management, commerce, IT, and social sectors; DCG (Diplôme de Comptabilité et Gestion); and professional programs.
• CFA - Formation Continue & Apprentissage Vocational training center offering apprenticeship contracts and continuing education at multiple levels: Bac+2 (BTS programs), Bac+3 (Bachelor programs), and Bac+5 (Mastère), primarily in business, accounting, IT, and social sectors.
• BTS CG - Comptabilité et Gestion Two-year higher education program (Bac+2) training accounting professionals in financial analysis, fiscal management, and digital tools. Includes partnership with Cégep de Gaspésie for Canadian equivalences.
• BTS SIO - Services Informatiques aux Organisations Two-year higher education program (Bac+2) in IT services with options in infrastructure systems/networks (Option A) or software solutions/business applications (Option B). Part of BTS CIEL offering.
• Bachelor Chargé(e) des Ressources Humaines One-year alternating work-study program (Bac+3) training HR professionals in administrative management, recruitment, skills development, social dialogue, and team management. RNCP level 6 certification.
• Bachelor Responsable Comptable et Financier One-year alternating work-study program (Bac+3) training financial managers in internal control, accounting obligations, budget management, and team coordination. RNCP level 6 certification.
• Bachelor REESS - Responsable d'Entreprise d'Économie Sociale et Solidaire One-year alternating work-study program (Bac+3) training managers for social and medico-social establishments including EHPAD, MAS, and social services. RNCP level 6 certification.
• Mastère MEQP - Manager Expert Qualité et Performance des Organisations d'Économie Sociale et Solidaire Two-year advanced program (Bac+5) training senior managers in social economy organizations. Covers strategy, user journey coordination, project development, and team management. RNCP level 7 certification.
• Dual Diploma Academica Dual degree program allowing students to earn both the French Baccalauréat and the American High School Diploma simultaneously through partnership with Academica International Studies schools in the US.
• Erasmus+ Program European student and teacher exchange program enabling BTS and DCG students to complete internships or training periods abroad at European universities and schools.
• Section Sportive Handball Specialized handball training program from 6ème to 3ème in partnership with Grand Nancy Handball, offering 4 hours of weekly training with adapted schedules.
• Pôle Espoir Basket Elite basketball training program for female students in 4ème-3ème, in partnership with Ligue Grand Est de Basketball, offering approximately 12 hours of weekly training.
• Pastorale (Pastoral Program) Catholic faith-based education program including monthly masses, sacraments preparation (Baptism, First Communion, Confirmation), charitable projects, and cultural religious education from CP to Terminale.
• Internat (Boarding School) On-site boarding facilities for students from 6ème to Terminale, capacity of 114 places, the largest Catholic boarding facility in downtown Nancy. Includes evening activities, study halls, and meals.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% baccalauréat pass rate for all students regardless of entry level
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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AI maturity

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Integration1 record

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered strategic, core, flagship and minor.

• IRTS Nancy (Institut Régional du Travail Social)strategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 March 2026IRTS Nancy welcomed BTS SP3S and Terminale ST2S students for orientation visit. Students learned about social work career paths including EJE, AS, and ES certifications and toured facilities to help with Parcoursup decisions.
• France AlzheimerstrategicGTM or Marketing Partner · 25 November 2025Partnership with France Alzheimer for BTS SP3S student projects. Students work on developing communication for the association, understanding caregivers and those being cared for, organizing events including September 21, 2026 awareness week, and networking with healthcare-social sector partners.
• Diocèse de Nancy et de MetzcoreOthersOfficial partnership with the Catholic Diocese of Nancy-Metz. School is part of the Catholic education network (Enseignement catholique), operating under the authority and values framework of the Diocese.
• Rectorat de NancycoreOthersPartnership with the official education authority (Rectorat de Nancy-Metz) for state-recognized diplomas and educational standards compliance.
• Academica International StudiesflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Dual Diploma program allowing students to earn both French Baccalauréat and US High School Diploma. Students study at the school and online with an American high school, validating 18 of 24 required credits for the US diploma.
• Grand Nancy HandballflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for handball sports section from 6ème to 3ème. Students receive 4 hours/week of training (Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11h15-13h) with club coaches. Selection-based enrollment with continuation possible at lycée.
• Ligue Grand Est de BasketballflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for basketball 'Pôle espoir' (elite pole) for girls in 4ème to 3ème. Approximately 12 students receive 12 hours/week of training. Civil service personnel provide academic support.
• Stud&GlobecoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPartner agency for Erasmus+ international programs. Stud&Globe assists with internship search, accommodation booking, and transport organization for students doing 2-month international placements in Europe.
• Cégep de Gaspésie et des Îles (Canada)strategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership allowing BTS CG (Comptabilité et Gestion) graduates to obtain Canadian equivalency in 1 year. Students can transfer to the Gaspé region college for this program, with exceptional natural surroundings between sea and mountains.
• NUMBR (Cabinet comptable)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAccounting firm NUMBR hosted BTS CG students for AI and information literacy training. Professionals shared experiences on risks of using AI tools without critical thinking and best practices for professional accounting work.
• CHRU de Nancy - Centre de santé sexuelleminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with the university hospital's sexual health center for BTS SP3S-led HPV awareness sessions with 5th grade students, coordinated with school nurse.
• Campus des Métiers Saint-NicolascoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAffiliated with Campus des Métiers Saint-Nicolas network for vocational training visibility and coordination. Manon Sannier ([email protected]) serves as CFA assistant.
• Ordre des Experts-ComptablesstrategicGTM or Marketing PartnerProfessional accounting body organizes 'La Nuit qui Compte' competition where DCG students have won awards for three consecutive years, including 2025's triple win (Prix du Jury, Prix de l'Humour, Prix du Public).
• Sankt Dominikus (Karlsruhe, Germany)strategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerGerman school partnership for Franco-German school twinning. Students participate in exchange visits including German classes, family stays, and cultural activities. Christmas market visits and ongoing exchanges.
• Végafruits (Saint-Nicolas-de-Port)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal company visited by DCG3 students for pedagogical purposes, allowing real-world business exposure in the agricultural/commercial sector.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Saint-Louis-de-Gonzague (Franklin): Private Catholic school in Paris offering maternelle through classes préparatoires. Comparable in Catholic identity, multi-level structure, and college-prep mission.
• Sainte-Croix de Neuilly: Private Catholic school in Neuilly-sur-Seine offering comprehensive K-12 education with strong academic outcomes. Comparable Catholic K-12 profile and selective college-prep positioning.
• Ensemble scolaire Saint-Joseph La Salle (Nancy): Direct local competitor in Nancy offering private Catholic K-12 education through BTS levels. Operates in the same geographic market with overlapping Catholic network affiliation and similar multi-level offerings.
• Sainte-Geneviève (Ginette): Prestigious private Catholic multi-level school in Versailles offering classes préparatoires, BTS, and engineering-oriented tracks. Comparable structure to CDF Nancy: Catholic, multi-level, college-prep, with boarding and strong outcomes.
• Lycée Saint-Louis (Paris): Historic private Catholic school in central Paris offering multi-level programs including classes préparatoires. Comparable Catholic K-12 + higher education positioning with a strong college-prep identity.
• Institution Notre-Dame (Paris): Network of private Catholic schools across France offering K-12 and post-bac programs including BTS. Comparable Catholic multi-level structure with similar enrollment and outcomes focus.
• École Alsacienne: Prestigious private Catholic K-12 school in Paris with strong academic outcomes and selective admissions. Comparable in Catholic identity, K-12 scope, and emphasis on values-based education, though primarily pre-higher-ed.
• La Salle Passy-Buzenval: Catholic school in the La Salle network offering multi-level education with strong boarding and sports sections. Comparable as a private Catholic institution with boarding facilities and competitive programming.
• Saint-Joseph de Tivoli: Comprehensive private Catholic school in Bordeaux spanning maternelle through higher education, including BTS and professional programs. Directly comparable in scope, Catholic identity, and offering a complete K-12 + post-bac pathway.

Broad incumbents

• Apprentis d'Auteuil: Major French Catholic foundation running a nationwide network of schools, boarding facilities, and youth programs. Comparable in mission (Catholic education with values formation) and multi-level offerings (primary through vocational), but operates at much larger national scale.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/cdfnancy
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/in/ensemble-scolaire-charles-de-foucauld-211b692b4
• Instagraminstagram.com/charlesdefoucauld_nancy

Compliance2 records

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Profiles3 records

Funding overview

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Investors

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