Excelia International Institute
An almost centenary history

Creation of the IEF in La Rochelle
Founded in 1931 by the CCI as part of the arrival of Swedish engineers to La Rochelle, the Institut d'Études Françaises de La Rochelle has established itself for more than 90 years as a recognized player in the teaching of French as a foreign language.
Integration of IEF into the Excelia Group
The integration of IEF into the Excelia Group in 1988 marked a strategic turning point, strengthening our position in higher education.


New identity: Excelia International Institute
In 2025, IEF became Excelia International Institute, reflecting our ambition to broaden our mission. We continue to teach French as a foreign language and develop courses in English to meet international needs.


















