I recently ran across a press release about a young 9-year-old earning a French baccalaureate (equivalent to a US HS diploma) - a record. I had a chance to learn more about the ISOSET program, in this interview.
What sets this method apart from other learning methods?
This method is based on rapid comprehension, a significant reduction in study time, trust in children’s learning abilities, and respect for their natural pace. Students study just two hours a day, compared with six to eight hours in traditional schools. The freed-up time encourages curiosity, nurtures personal passions, and fosters emotional balance. The method does not aim to replace the current education system or remove subjects; it is part of an approach based on support and respect for the child’s rhythm. It is also closely monitored, with child psychiatrists and specialised teachers, and the children are placed in ecosystems with other children of their age, even if they do not follow the same programme.
Does this method work for all types of learners?
The method has been tested with other people, applying the same programme, and always with respect for the children’s intelligence. It remains open to everyone, regardless of nationality or the student’s IQ. It is based on a simple belief: trust children.
What do parents need to be aware of if they want to consider this method?
Parents should know that this study is not intended for the general public and remains under study and observation. It is not yet deployed. The approach is delicate, and it was not possible to generalise it before knowing that its long-term impact is positive. It is also very costly for the organisation, which mobilises considerable resources — although it costs nothing for the students, who are volunteers. No child has ever been forced to follow this path, and none of the children accompanied has been constrained. The children play more than other children of their age and are just as fulfilled.
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