CEI is a non-profit organization founded in 1947 to help young people building bridges of understanding and peace through education. With more than 70 years of experience in intercultural and educational exchanges, CEI group is providing high quality programs for young people willing to work, travel, study or discover France, its culture and its language.
From 12 to 18 years old, we offer homestay summer programs and high school programs in France to learn French and discover our culture during their stay. We welcome groups of students and adults for educational tours all over France.
For 18+, we accompany them in a work experience abroad. Over succeeding years, we have built strong, open and long-standing relationships with our international partners. CEI group is recognized by the French Ministry of Education and the French Ministry of Youth Affairs and is founding member of L’Office (national quality label). Every year, we are proud to offer young people from all over the world the experience of a lifetime in France.
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