Education in France is highly valued and is an important part of French culture. It is compulsory for children aged 6-16 and is free up to the age of 18. The French education system is divided into three levels: primary (école primaire), secondary (collège and lycée) and higher (university). In addition, there are also international schools, private schools and vocational schools. The curriculum includes a broad range of subjects such as mathematics, science, language, literature, history, geography, art and physical education. French students have some of the highest educational achievements in the world.