École Normale d'Instituteurs

The École Normale d'Instituteurs was a French teacher training school established in the 19th and 20th centuries to prepare future elementary school teachers. It focused on pedagogical theories, educational methods, and subject knowledge to ensure high teaching standards across the country. Graduates often became primary school educators, playing a key role in shaping early education in France. The institution emphasized professional training, academic rigor, and a uniform approach to teaching, significantly influencing the development of the French education system during its operational years.