Fundación Educativa Franciscanas de Montpellier

Education rooted in Franciscan tradition

Fundación Educativa Franciscanas de Montpellier (FEFMONT) supports the education and development of children and young people through a network of charter schools. Its approach draws on the spirit of Carolina Baron, founder of the Congregation of the Franciscan Sisters of the Holy Spirit of Montpellier, and the teachings of St. Francis of Assisi.

History

The foundation traces its origins to 1903 and describes its mission as “Schools in the Art of Living.” Its stated goal is to educate people to be free, joyful, and prepared to serve society.

Schools

The foundation includes six charter schools in Spain:

• Sagrados Corazones, Santo Domingo de la Calzada.
• Nuestra Señora del Pilar, Bilbao.
• Franciscanas de Montpellier, Trapagaran.
• La Salle Franciscanas, Zaragoza.
• Nuestra Señora del Sagrado Corazón, Madrid.
• Montpellier, Madrid.

Educational approach

The schools identify as Catholic and offer education across several grade levels using varied methods, with support for students, families, and teachers. The foundation emphasizes pastoral care, reflection, and care for creation, in keeping with the Franciscan tradition.

Contact

Headquarters: C/ Torrelaguna 61, 1st floor, E, 28027 Madrid. Phone: +34 914 052 373. Email: info@fefmont.es. The foundation is on X, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.