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Year at the Chateau is an intentional community for students ages 16-22 that places community, culture and creativity at the center of everyday living. Hosted in a picturesque 18th-century French chateau, our programs offer an opportunity to build life skills and support personal growth. With start dates every 6 weeks from September to June, you can join our program in any season that fits your gap year plans.
Embrace the last days of summer in Normandy, where you’ll hike breathtaking coastal trails, paint outdoors, learn traditional cider-making, and draw inspiration from the birthplace of Impressionism and the changing seasonal landscapes.
Cozy up by the fire and enjoy good food, great conversation and plenty of time and space to make art. Winter at the chateau is the perfect time to take life at a slower pace and fill your notebook with creative ideas to take into the studio.
Spring is all about food! Learn to cook the Norman way with quality, fresh ingredients, good friends and great conversation at the heart of every meal. Join us on a food-focused trip to Paris or Rouen.
Summer is the time to make films. Live inside a dream film set and work behind or in front of the camera with mentoring from a team of film professionals. Choose from Narrative, Documentary or Film Acting.
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