Lycée Diderot

The Lycée Diderot – École d’Horlogerie de Paris is one of France’s leading public institutions for professional watchmaking education and one of the country’s historic references in the field. Building on the legacy of the former Paris School of Watchmaking founded in the late 19th century, the school today offers a complete educational pathway from CAP Horlogerie to the Brevet des Métiers d’Art (BMA) and the prestigious DN MADE Horlogerie, combining traditional craftsmanship with contemporary product design and restoration. Students develop strong practical skills in movement servicing, restoration, precision mechanics, manufacturing, finishing and watch design while working in dedicated workshops equipped to professional standards. Graduates pursue careers in luxury watchmaking, restoration, independent workshops, museums or continue towards creating their own watchmaking projects. As one of the few French institutions offering advanced higher education dedicated exclusively to horology, Lycée Diderot remains a cornerstone of French watchmaking education.