The school
The team
EFI Casablanca was founded by education professionals who aspired to establish a French and international school of excellence in Morocco,
Luc CHATEL – President
Co-founder of the Odyssey Education network and President of EFI Casablanca. Former French Minister of National Education, Member of Parliament, and President of the France-Morocco Friendship Group in the French National Assembly.
Younes SLAOUI – General Director
Co-founder of Odyssey Education and General Director of EFI Casablanca. Former strategy consultant and expert in educational management. He chaired the international alumni association of ENA and INSP, from which he graduated.
EFI relies on a qualified, multicultural, and committed educational team focused on student success.
Raphaël SPIRA – Head of School
Agrégé in Physical Sciences and Computer Engineer. Taught for 15 years in Paris, then held leadership roles including Deputy Principal at André Malraux Middle School, Deputy Principal at Paul Valéry High School, and Deputy Principal for upper secondary at Henri IV High School in Paris.
Alexandra MERE ROUCO – Deputy Principal, High School
After 15 years in the Versailles academy, she taught and served as Deputy Principal. Continued her career at the French High School in Mexico and Jacques Chirac School Group in Rabat.
Rébecca MERELLE – Deputy Principal, Middle School
Teacher of Modern Literature at EFI since 2018. Previously coordinator of Modern Literature, PRIO, then Deputy Director for the High School, and now Deputy Principal for the Middle School as of 2025.
Peggy AVELEZ – Primary School Director
Has led EFI’s primary section for 3 years. Former primary school teacher and director for over 20 years in France, Spain, and Chile. Also served as trainer and educational advisor.
Maud DANIEL – Deputy Director for Primary Training & Innovation
Teacher, trainer, and school leader in France, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Morocco since 2006. Joined EFI Casablanca in September 2024.
