ABC School International vs École Montessori Internationale Les Colibris

	A ABC School International Cote D Azur, France	É École Montessori Internationale Les Colibris Cote D Azur, France
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €7,400 - 10,700	Fees / year €500 - 11,220
Age range	Age range 3 - 11 years	Age range 2 - 15 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum French Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary)	Curriculum Montessori Curriculum, French Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 150
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English, French	Instruction language French, English
Opened	Opened 1987	Opened 2009
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Nice, France. ABC School International is located at 72 Boulevard Carnot, 06300 Nice. The school serves as a bilingual private institution in the city and is accessible within the Nice area.	Location Biot / Sophia Antipolis, Alpes-Maritimes, Côte d'Azur, France. The school is located in a green setting in the Brague National Park. It occupies about 3,000 m2 of outdoor space. Address: 3735 route des Dolines, 06410 Biot, France.
Stages	Stages Maternelle (kindergarten) and Primaire (primary), with a Classe d'adaptation (adaptation class).	Stages Toddler 2-3 years; Preschool 3-6 years; Elementary 6-9 years and 9-12 years; Middle School 12-15 years.
School type	School type Private bilingual school offering French-English instruction from the early years.	School type Montessori school with an international program; bilingual in French and English; accredited by AMF (Association Montessori France) and ISMM (Institut Supérieur Maria Montessori).
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Garderie – Etude – Soutien (childcare, study supervision, and academic support) and Classe d'adaptation for intellectually precocious students.	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation France; private bilingual school under contract with the State.	Country affiliation France
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure Class hours run from 9:00 to 16:30. Children can be welcomed from 7:30 to 18:00. Secretariat hours are 8:30 to 17:30 on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.	School day structure School hours 8am to 5:50pm; schedule depends on each class.
Bus service details	Bus service details Ramassage scolaire provides safe transport with experienced drivers, adapted routes, and supervision to ensure punctual and secure arrivals at school.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fees - New-student registration fee: EUR 190 (applies to new pupils only). Annual one-off fees (charged at registration) - Administrative fee: EUR 90 per pupil. - Pedagogical/materials fee (books, files, art and IT materials, supplies): EUR 420 per pupil. - Participation in school shows / spectacles: EUR 60 per pupil. - At registration a deposit of EUR 550 plus payment of the annual fees listed above is required. Tuition fees by year group (2025/2026 academic year) — stated as monthly amounts; annual and per-term amounts are calculated below - Pre-Maternelle and Maternelle 1 & 2 (monthly): - Part-time with snack: EUR 558 per month. - Meal package (for meal days): EUR 173 per month. - Full time (four-day week): EUR 810 per month. - Maternelle (Grande Section) through CM2 (monthly): - Full school week (includes two snacks and the meal): EUR 730 per month. - Dispositif F.L.E. (monthly): - Full programme (includes two snacks and the meal): EUR 1,070 per month. Annual totals and per-term amounts (calculation method stated below) - Calculation method used here: the school calendar shows the instructional year running from 1 September to early July; that span corresponds to approximately ten months of schooling. Annual tuition amounts below are therefore calculated as monthly fee × 10. A three-term academic billing split is presented as Term 1 = 3 months, Term 2 = 3 months, Term 3 = 4 months (term month counts align with the school calendar). These per-term amounts are calculated from the monthly figures above. - Pre-Maternelle / M1–M2: - Monthly: EUR 558. - Annual (monthly × 10): EUR 5,580. - Per term: Term 1 (3 months) EUR 1,674; Term 2 (3 months) EUR 1,674; Term 3 (4 months) EUR 2,232. - Meal package (monthly EUR 173): annual EUR 1,730; per-term: EUR 519 / EUR 519 / EUR 692. - Full-time option (monthly EUR 810): annual EUR 8,100; per-term: EUR 2,430 / EUR 2,430 / EUR 3,240. - Maternelle (GS) – CM2: - Monthly: EUR 730. - Annual (monthly × 10): EUR 7,300. - Per term: Term 1 EUR 2,190; Term 2 EUR 2,190; Term 3 EUR 2,920. - Dispositif F.L.E.: - Monthly: EUR 1,070. - Annual (monthly × 10): EUR 10,700. - Per term: Term 1 EUR 3,210; Term 2 EUR 3,210; Term 3 EUR 4,280. Options and other recurring costs - Wednesday-morning activities: EUR 70 per month (maternelle); EUR 80 per month (primaire). - Supervised study (étude surveillée, primaire): EUR 85 per month. - School transport (ramassage scolaire): - Morning on Nice (4 days): EUR 40 per month. - Morning outside Nice (4 days): EUR 95 per month. - Evening on Nice (4 days): EUR 40 per month. - Evening outside Nice (4 days): EUR 95 per month. Discounts and sibling reductions - A sibling discount applies: 5% off tuition for the second child from the same family; 10% off tuition for the third child from the same family. Billing schedule and payment terms - At registration: a deposit of EUR 550 plus payment of the annual fees (registration, administrative, pedagogical materials, spectacle participation) are required. Monthly tuition is quoted and the school's calendar shows the instructional year runs from 1 September to early July; the figures above present monthly, inferred annual, and per-term amounts accordingly. - Parents must provide a RIB (bank account details) as part of the enrollment documentation, indicating bank transfer details are used for account setup and payments. No explicit statement of acceptance of credit-card payments or other specific payment channels is published in the fee documents. Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable. The school is a maternelle and primaire day school; no boarding fees are published. Uniforms and additional one-off items - The 2025/2026 fee schedules list the annual material/package fees and show optional and recurring costs (transport, activities, study) but do not list a compulsory uniform fee for that academic year. (An older fee document from a previous year referenced a clothing package; that item is not shown in the 2025/2026 fee documents.) Refund information - The published 2025/2026 tariff documents specify required deposits and annual fees payable at registration but do not publish a refund policy or rules for pro rata refunds within the tariff files. No explicit refund terms are listed in the fee schedules. Fee payment options (methods stated in school documentation) - A RIB (bank account details) must be provided at enrollment; this indicates bank transfer is a payment channel used for billing. No other individual payment channels (for example explicit credit-card acceptance) are specified in the published fee documents. Notes on calculations included above - Monthly tuition amounts are the figures published in the school's 2025/2026 fee documents; the annual totals and per-term totals above are calculated by multiplying the published monthly amount by ten months and by allocating months to three terms (Term 1 = 3 months; Term 2 = 3 months; Term 3 = 4 months) to align with the school calendar. These annual and per-term totals are presented to give clear per-term and per-year figures for parent planning.	Fee details Application fee - EUR 500 per new student; one-time and non‑refundable. Tuition fees (by year group) - Infant Community (ages 2–3): - Part‑time (2 days/week): EUR 7,140 per year. - Full‑time (4 days/week): EUR 10,200 per year. - Children's House / Maison des Enfants (ages 3–6): - 4 days/week: EUR 10,200 per year. - Elementary (ages 6–12): - 4.5 days/week: EUR 10,610 per year. - Middle School / Collège (ages 12–15): - 4.5 days/week: EUR 11,220 per year. Per‑term and monthly equivalents - Per term (calculated as annual fee ÷ 3): - Infant Community part‑time: EUR 2,380 per term (EUR 7,140 ÷ 3). - Infant Community full‑time: EUR 3,400 per term (EUR 10,200 ÷ 3). - Children's House (3–6): EUR 3,400 per term (EUR 10,200 ÷ 3). - Elementary (6–12): EUR 3,537 per term (EUR 10,610 ÷ 3). - Middle School (12–15): EUR 3,740 per term (EUR 11,220 ÷ 3). - (Term figures are the annual fee divided by three.) - Monthly instalments (as offered by the school when choosing the instalment plan): - Infant Community (2–3) part‑time: EUR 714 per monthly instalment. - Infant Community (2–3) full‑time & Children's House (3–6): EUR 1,020 per monthly instalment. - Elementary (6–9 & 9–12): EUR 1,061 per monthly instalment. - Middle School (12–15): EUR 1,122 per monthly instalment. Billing schedule and payment terms - Two payment options: - One‑time full‑year payment at enrolment by cheque, cash or bank transfer, with a 2% discount. - Ten instalments: a first payment at registration plus nine monthly direct‑debit instalments (direct debits on the 1st of each month from July to March). - All invoices are payable in EUR. Direct debits, transfers and cheques must originate from a French bank account; for foreign bank transfers, bank charges are borne by the payer. A rejected direct debit incurs a EUR 15 bank fee; two consecutive rejections suspend direct debits and the outstanding balance becomes immediately due. Late payments incur a penalty of 10% per overdue invoice; persistent non‑payment may lead to exclusion from class. - In case of mid‑year enrolment, fees are calculated pro rata for remaining months; the payment at registration normally includes the admission fee plus the first three months of schooling and ancillary fees, with subsequent monthly direct debits for the remaining months. Boarding fees (if applicable) - The school does not list on‑site boarding fees in its enrolment materials. The school has a partnership with an external pedagogical farm (Thorenc) that offers a full‑board option for middle‑school students; boarding arrangements and fees are provided by that partner rather than by the school. Other costs and optional services - Canteen (annual options): - Full‑time (4 days/week): EUR 1,280 per year. - Part‑time (2 days/week): EUR 650 per year. - Wednesdays: EUR 330 per year. - A la carte canteen: EUR 10 per meal. - Daycare / Garderie (annual packages and a la carte): - Morning 8:00–8:30: EUR 660 per year. - After‑school 16:15–17:00: EUR 910 per year. - After‑school 16:15–17:30: EUR 1,480 per year. - After‑school 16:15–17:50: EUR 1,800 per year. - A la carte daycare: EUR 11 per hour. - Wednesdays / KidsClub (for enrolled pupils — annual or per‑session options): - Montessori morning session (8:30–11:45): EUR 118 per year (35 sessions). - Afternoon workshops (14:00–17:00): EUR 118 per year (35 sessions). - Full Wednesday day (8:30–17:00): EUR 227 per year (35 sessions). - A la carte Wednesday half day: EUR 42; full day: EUR 80. - Holiday workshops / KidsClub (weekly rates): - Weekly part‑time workshops: typically EUR 180 per week. - Weekly full‑day workshops: typically EUR 340 per week. - Some short weeks (e.g., weeks including a public holiday) have adjusted prices (example: EUR 160/300). Organic lunch option during workshops: EUR 10 per meal or EUR 48 per week. - Extracurricular activities and special trips: not included in tuition; prices vary by activity and are charged separately. Certain extracurriculars may be eligible for a 50% tax credit under French rules for out‑of‑home childcare in applicable circumstances. - Supplies / school photos / school trips: these are not included in tuition and are charged separately. Discounts, cancellations and refund rules - Sibling discounts on tuition (tuition only): second child: 20% reduction; third child and beyond: 30% reduction. One‑time full‑year payment receives a 2% discount. - Admission fee (EUR 500) is non‑refundable. Meals booked as part of a canteen package are not refundable or transferable if not consumed. Extracurricular sessions, holiday workshops and mercredis (Wednesdays) are non‑refundable in case of absence. A written cancellation notice of at least three months is required for Wednesday programmes or regular daycare; one month's written notice is required for holiday workshop cancellations. Fee payment methods and bank details - Accepted payment methods: direct debit (prélèvement), bank transfer (virement), cheque, or cash. All payments must be in EUR. Direct debits and cheques must be issued from a French bank account; international transfer charges are paid by the sender. The school provides its bank details (IBAN and BIC) for transfers and lists the account holder name for payments. Late‑payment penalties and bank fees for rejected payments apply as noted above.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements Partnership with Thorenc Pedagogical Farm providing a full-board middle school option.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options The canteen offers balanced and organic meals tailored to students' needs. Meals are supervised by professionals, and children share a convivial meal while adopting healthy eating habits in a safe environment.	Food options —
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership ABC School International is a private bilingual school in Nice founded in 1987. It operates under a state contract for nursery and primary education and is overseen by the national Education Inspectorate. It is in association with the University of Cambridge and functions as a Cambridge International centre, offering two curricula: French as the first language bilingual with English preparing for the Baccalaureate, and English as the first language bilingual with French preparing for the Cambridge Primary program.	Governance and ownership Privately run international Montessori school. Accredited by AMF (Association Montessori France) and ISMM (Institut Supérieur Maria Montessori). A warm and involved parent association (APC) contributes to school life.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details ABC School International in Nice offers a bilingual French-English program from maternelle through CM2. There are two curricula: Français 1re Langue Bilingue Anglais, preparing for the Baccalauréat général; and Anglais 1re Langue Bilingue Français, preparing for the Cambridge Primary Program. It is a private school under contract with the State for maternelle and primary and operates a Cambridge International Center, preparing children for Cambridge exams from age seven (YLE, KET, PET, FCE, CAE, CPE). The teaching follows the French National Education program with French and English teachers, small class sizes, and multimedia and internet resources integrated into teaching. The Cambridge Primary track is conducted in association with the University of Cambridge. ABC School was founded in 1987 by Mr. André Rosset and is located at 72 Boulevard Carnot, Nice 06300.	Curriculum details Montessori pedagogy governs the teaching at Les Colibris. The school is accredited by AMF (Association Montessori France) and ISMM (Institut Supérieur Maria Montessori). It provides bilingual education in French and English. It offers continuity in schooling from 2 years to 15 years under the same pedagogy and team. It opened a middle school class for ages 12-15 at the start of the 2020 school year, with a partnership with Thorenc pedagogical farm to provide a full-board option for students continuing to secondary education. The school emphasizes outdoor learning and a connection with nature.
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Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented ABC School welcomes intellectually precocious children and provides differentiated teaching aligned with their cognitive functioning and progression pace. Small classes and cross-age projects with an attentive staff support cognitive and psychosocial development. When appropriate, progression can be accelerated through two-level classes to harmonize learning and avoid gaps.	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning The school develops the child's academic, physical, psychological, emotional and social potential.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) An adaptation class provides a personalized welcome to facilitate better integration for students arriving from abroad. The school recognises that every child learns at their own pace and uses a personalized approach. To ensure effective immersion, each class limits the number of students from the same nationality to 10%, encouraging linguistic diversity and natural French learning within the group. An accompanying educational and family support system helps the child flourish academically and socially. From the start of the year, an assessment determines an individualized programme with clear quarterly objectives, with regular progress reviews in partnership with parents to adjust teaching methods as needed.	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school offers a bilingual French-English program from kindergarten, promoting early mastery of both languages. English is taught by native English-speaking teachers who do not speak or understand French. The program maintains a bilingual framework throughout the early years to support language development. There are two curricula: French as the first language with bilingual English preparing for the Baccalaureate, and English as the first language with bilingual French preparing for the Cambridge Primary Program. The school was founded in 1987 and operates as a private bilingual school under contract with the State for kindergarten and primary, with Cambridge preparation integrated into the curriculum from a young age.	English as an additional language Bilingual education in French and English to prepare children to open up to the world.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing —	Mental wellbeing The school supports emotional and social development as part of the child's overall wellbeing.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school provides safe transport to and from the campus with trained drivers, secure routes, and supervision to ensure punctual, secure travel. After-school care, supervised study, and tutoring are available to support students. The cantine serves balanced, bio meals supervised by professionals to promote healthy habits. An on-site program of care and academic support contributes to a secure and nurturing environment for learners. These provisions collectively support student welfare on a daily basis.	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview ABC School International is a private bilingual French-English school in Nice offering a program from nursery through primary. It was founded in 1987 by Mr. André Rosset and operates under a state contract for nursery and all primary grades, with oversight by the Academic Inspection. The curriculum follows the French National Education program and is taught by teams of French and English teachers in small classes with cross-age projects. The school is associated with Cambridge University and provides Cambridge examinations from around seven years of age, including YLE, KET, PET, FCE, CAE, and CPE, and it runs language-immersion trips to Scotland. The school provides Cambridge exam preparation and daily services such as school transport, a canteen, and after-school care. The campus is located at 72 Boulevard Carnot, Nice.	Facilities overview The school is located in a green setting in Sophia Antipolis, inside the Brague National Park. In 2015 the facilities moved to 1,200 m2 of indoor space and a 3,000 m2 outdoor space. The school is an accredited Montessori institution, accredited by AMF (Association Montessori France) and ISMM (Institut Supérieur Maria Montessori). The school offers continuity from 2 years through 15 years with the same pedagogy and a caring, trained team. A middle school class for ages 12-15 was planned to open at the start of the 2020 school year, with a Thorenc pedagogical farm partnership for a fully boarded middle school.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities ABC School International has a state association contract for nursery and primary education and is overseen by the Academic Inspection. Student achievement is nationally recognized, and no examination is required when progressing to public-school sixth grade. The school employs French and English teachers who follow the French National Education program, with small class sizes and cross-age projects, and a teaching method that emphasizes differentiation and individualized work. It is in association with the Cambridge program, providing Cambridge opportunities. For more than 27 years, the school has used a proven teaching method that supports progression, including the use of two-level classes when appropriate.	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities ABC School International offers a range of extracurricular activities. Wednesday mornings include English classes for younger children and playful activities; from CP onward, students study Chinese and English with activities. The school organizes sea trips (classes de mer) or field trips (classes vertes) during the school year. A Summer School runs throughout July with morning English lessons, afternoon activities, and outdoor outings such as cinema visits and park outings. Language stays in Scotland are organized to provide immersive language experiences.	Extra curricular facilities SPORT, CULTURE AND OUTING are part of the program. Outdoor activities let children connect with nature and develop awareness of their environment through their five senses. The Colibris Kids Club offers holiday programs for children aged 2 to 12, including summer camps. A warm and involved association of parents contributes to school life through many actions and exchanges between parents and the school. At LES COLIBRIS, children develop all their academic, physical, psychological, emotional and social potentials.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History ABC School International was created by Mr. André Rosset in 1987. It is a private bilingual school under contract with the State, located in Nice. The school offers a bilingual French-English program from kindergarten, with two curricula: French as the first language (bilingual English) preparing for the Baccalaureate, and English as the first language (bilingual French) preparing for the Cambridge Primary Program. It is a Cambridge International Center preparing children for Cambridge exams from age seven, and teaching emphasizes multimedia and the Internet as integral parts of learning.	History Les Colibris International Montessori School was founded in 2009 as a social commitment to children, promoting development so they can live their lives to the fullest. In 2015 the school moved to larger facilities, 1,200 m2 indoors with 3,000 m2 of outdoor space, in a green setting in the Brague National Park in Sophia Antipolis. The school is accredited by AMF (Association Montessori France) and ISMM (Institut Supérieur Maria Montessori), one of 14 Montessori schools in France with accreditation. An International Montessori Middle School class for ages 12-15 opened at the start of the 2020 school year, with a partnership with Thorenc pedagogical farm for full-board secondary education.
Community	Community ABC School International runs a varied school life with Wednesday morning English classes for younger students and, from CP onward, Chinese and English instruction and activities. There are green class trips (Classe verte) and a July summer school offering English, activities, and outdoor excursions. The school also arranges language and cultural trips to Scotland, with Altamount Manor in Blairgowrie hosting programs that include English lessons and golf, plus day trips to Edinburgh and Loch Ness. Current events include open enrolment for the 2026/2027 school year and Carnaval and sea trips organized in partnership with associations such as SOS Grand Bleu.	Community A warm and involved parent association (APC) contributes to the life of the school and the education of children through numerous actions and exchanges between parents and the school. The school offers Colibris Kids Club, a holiday program for children aged 2 to 12, with activities such as April 2026, Toussaint, and Summer Camp 2025. The bilingual program provides education in French and English to prepare children to open up to the world. The school emphasizes contact with nature through outdoor activities and a nature-focused environment.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association The APC is the active parent association that contributes to life at the school and to the education of children through many actions and exchanges between parents and the school. The APC is a central part of the school community, with information available about its activities in the Discover the APC section. It supports events and activities that involve families and help enrich school programs. Parent involvement through the APC helps connect families with staff and school life. The association collaborates with the school to enhance the overall student experience.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Cambridge examination preparation begins at age seven, covering YLE, KET, PET, FCE, CAE, and CPE. The Cambridge exam preparation provides a structured path through the primary years. The school offers bilingual instruction from the earliest years to support language development. Language stays in Scotland provide immersive experiences with English courses and cultural excursions.	Academic & intellectual From 6 to 12 years, the Montessori elementary program is built around five major lessons: the creation of the Earth, the life of plants and animals, human life, language, mathematics and science. The five 'great stories' frame new fields such as geography, history, language, mathematics, geometry and biology. The teacher builds each lesson using stories, music and visual patterns, experiments and games. The work in class is organized in small groups to encourage discussion, exchange and responsibility, and students have the freedom to choose their work and develop independence.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative Music and theatre are integrated into the program to develop expressive abilities. The lessons promote music and theatre activities that foster creativity through performance, movement and verbal expression. On Wednesdays, 3–6 and 6–12 year olds participate in activities in art, language, corporal expression and board games after lunch. The Montessori materials and activities support creative exploration.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The school provides bilingual French-English instruction from kindergarten. It organises language stays in Scotland as part of language education. The stays include English courses and cultural excursions, with daily activities such as golf and visits to landmarks, to immerse students in the English language and culture. The stays are designed to facilitate language immersion and development in real-world contexts.	Cultural & language Bilingual education in French and English prepares children to engage with the world. English and French are used by educators in daily activities, and holidays workshops are conducted in both languages to support bilingual development.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Wednesday mornings feature English classes for the youngest pupils and playful activities. From CP onward, students study Chinese and English and participate in further playful activities. The school offers a variety of activities balancing learning with social engagement. The activities include sea trips and green classes during the school year, and a July summer school with morning English and afternoon activities and outdoor days.	Social & hobbies A wide range of recreational activities is offered, including sport, culture and outings. Sport sessions are held on Thursday and Friday afternoons, with cooperative and non-competitive games and team-building activities. Judo takes place on Thursday afternoons, while Nautipolis swimming sessions occur on Fridays. Eco Life includes forest walks and environmental learning. On Wednesdays, Montessori workshops and activities such as art, language and board games are provided.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service An active parent association contributes to school life through various actions and exchanges between parents and the school.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Green classes and sea-class trips are offered during the school year. In July, Summer School provides morning English lessons, diverse afternoon activities, and outdoor days on alternating days (cinema, sports, parks). Afternoons include visits and hikes to Blairgowrie and nearby sites. The language immersion approach promotes active use of English through daily activities, sport, and cultural visits.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Outdoor activities connect children with nature and foster environmental awareness. Meals are shared experiences with organic options, and children participate in setting the table and composting to develop responsibility. After-school care is available from 4:15 pm to 5:50 pm with a snack, and the school hours run from 8:00 am to around 5:50 pm with schedule variations by class.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Languages taught are French and English. Bilingual education starts in kindergarten. Cambridge exam preparation begins at age seven, including YLE, KET, PET, FCE, CAE, and CPE.	Language provision The languages taught are French and English. Programs run from toddler (2-3 years) through middle school (12-15 years). The same Montessori pedagogy is used across all stages.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school offers a bilingual French-English program from kindergarten, fostering early mastery of both languages. French and English are integrated throughout the curriculum from the earliest grades. ABC School International was founded in 1987.	Bilingual teaching The school offers bilingual education in French and English for ages 2 through 15. The program provides continuity from toddler through middle school with the same pedagogy. This bilingual approach prepares children to open up to the world.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs The school organizes language study trips to Scotland, providing immersion experiences.	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations ABC School International is a private bilingual preschool and primary school in Nice, France. The school operates under a state contract for kindergarten and primary education and is in association with the University of Cambridge.	Accreditations AMF and ISMM accreditation — Granted by the AMF (Association Montessori France) and ISMM (Institut Supérieur Maria Montessori) commissions after the school moved in January 2015; the school is one of 14 Montessori schools in France to obtain this accreditation (out of about 200 Montessori schools).
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions The school is a private bilingual kindergarten and primary school in Nice. The school teaches bilingual French–English instruction from the earliest years, from nursery through CM2. The school has a state contract for kindergarten and primary education and is overseen by the Académie (Inspection Académique), with student levels nationally recognized. The school is in association with Cambridge University and Cambridge International, and Cambridge examinations are part of its program starting from age 7 (YLE, KET, PET, FCE, CAE, and CPE).	Admissions Registration can be completed year‑round depending on availability, with start dates for new pupils that may be staggered tofacilitate their adaptation. To begin, visit the school by appointment or contact the school to obtain an online registration access code. A file with prices and registration procedures is provided; registration is now done online. To enroll, contact us via the registration form to receive the access code and complete the online enrollment. For the 2025–2026 school year, the required documents are: the fully completed, initialed and signed registration form; the registration fee (for new pupils only); the first tuition payment (monthly or yearly); a signed direct debit authorization; a certificate of individual school insurance; copies of the parents' identity cards or passports; a copy of the child's birth certificate or family book; a health form completed and signed with copies of vaccines; for school‑aged children: the two most recent school reports; AMF membership form (optional). Admission is final when the registration forms are signed by the parents or guardian and fees are paid. Because the school has limited places, it may be necessary to place your child on a waiting list. Registration is valid for the 2025/2026 school year and renews for subsequent years unless terminated by March 1, 2026 and March 1 of each following year; tacit renewal applies with terms of the registration file, except that the rates will be those applicable to the school year in question. The 2025/2026 school year starts on Monday, September 1, 2025, with separate start dates for new pupils communicated by the school to facilitate adaptation. School days and hours vary by class: for ages 2–6, 8:30am–4:00pm on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday (doors close up to 10 minutes after closing); for ages 6–12 and 12–15, 8:15am–4:15pm on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, and 8:15am–12:00pm on Wednesday. The school is located at 3735 route des Dolines, 06410 Biot / Sophia Antipolis, France.
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Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist Because places are limited, enrolment may be placed on a waiting list.
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