Academic Programs at CNDL: Bilingual Excellence Rooted in National and International Standards
At CNDL, academic excellence is guided by a dual commitment: adherence to the general objectives of the Lebanese official curriculum and full alignment with the educational directives of the General Secretariat of Catholic Schools. This balanced approach ensures that every learner benefits from a rigorous, value-based education that prepares them for both local and global success.
Curriculum Structure and Instructional Framework
CNDL implements a structured academic schedule based on a seven-hour school day, with each period lasting 48 minutes. This schedule is designed to promote consistency, engagement, and comprehensive daily interaction between learners and educators. Timetables are strategically crafted and distributed by the school to ensure optimal curriculum delivery across all levels and sections.
Both the English and French sections follow the official Lebanese curriculum, enriched with additional academic and co-curricular offerings that support multilingual proficiency, analytical thinking, and cultural awareness.
Why Choose CNDL’s Academic Programs?
- Bilingual Curriculum (French and English Sections)
- Accreditation by AEFE and Cognia Candidate Status
- Comprehensive Subject Offerings
- Focus on 21st-Century Skills: Critical thinking, digital literacy, ethical reasoning, and creativity
- Strong Catholic Educational Foundation rooted in Maronite values
- Pathways to Lebanese and International Diplomas
Comprehensive Subject Areas Offered
The curriculum at CNDL covers a wide range of disciplines, designed to foster both academic rigor and holistic development. Core and elective subjects include:
- Languages: Arabic, English, French, Spanish
- Sciences: General Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics
- Mathematics
- Social Studies: History, Geography, World History, History of Arts
- Civic and Moral Education
- Theology & Faith Formation: Catechism
- ICT (Information and Communication Technology)
- Arts Education: Music, Visual Arts, Theater
- AP Specific:
- Special Arabic
- Advanced Electives: Statistics, Calculus, Laboratory exploration in scientific subjects, Robotics & Coding, English Literature and Composition, English Language and Composition
