American School of Paris and ICS Paris International School are both in Paris, about 8 km apart. Both schools offer IB programmes. American School of Paris also offers American and Advanced Placement (AP), and ICS Paris International School also offers Cambridge IGCSE and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE. Published annual fees are €25,000 - 41,400 at American School of Paris and €19,550 - 31,260 at ICS Paris International School, which puts American School of Paris roughly 31% higher. Both take pupils from 3 to 18. American School of Paris is the larger school, with around 810 pupils to ICS Paris International School's 500.
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American School of Paris
Paris, France
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ICS Paris International School
Paris, France
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Fees / year
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Fees / year €25,000 - 41,400 | Fees / year €19,550 - 31,260 |
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Age range
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Age range 3 - 18 years | Age range 3 - 18 years |
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Type
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Type Co-educational | Type Co-educational |
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Curriculum
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Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP), IB (DP) | Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE |
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Pupils
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Pupils 810 | Pupils 500 |
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Typical class size
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Typical class size 18 | Typical class size — |
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Instruction language
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Instruction language English | Instruction language English, French |
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Opened
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Opened 1946 | Opened — |
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Bus service
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Bus service Yes | Bus service Yes |
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Location
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Location The American School of Paris is located in Saint-Cloud, France, a western suburb of Paris. The campus sits on a private 5-hectare (12-acre) site just outside central Paris. The address is 41 Rue Pasteur, 92210 Saint-Cloud, France. It is accessible by bus and train, and ASP provides a private bus service across western Paris and nearby suburbs. | Location 23 rue de Cronstadt, 75015 Paris, France. Located on a single campus in the heart of Paris. The nearest Metro is Line 12, Convention. |
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Stages
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Stages Lower School (Grades 2–5, ages 7–10); Middle School (Grades 6–8); Upper School (Grades 9–12). | Stages Nursery - Grade 12; IB Continuum (PYP, MYP, DP). |
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School type
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School type Independent international school in Paris offering an American curriculum. | School type Private, co-educational international school. IB World School offering PYP, MYP and DP on a single campus in the heart of Paris. |
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Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix 63 nationalities represented; 27 countries on the enrollment map account for 94% of enrollment; United States is the most represented at 34.6%; France accounts for 17.3% of enrollment. | Pupil nationality mix Students come from over 70 countries. |
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Additional learning support
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Additional learning support English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is available from Grade 1. ASP provides learning support as part of an inclusive program; about 15% of students across levels require some form of learning support. | Additional learning support Learning support embraces learner diversity and offers mild to moderate academic support. The program is supervised by a Student Support Coordinator and includes an ILP; supports learners from Primary Years Programme to IB Diploma Programme. It provides two levels of academic support: Pairing Support and Individual Support. |
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Country affiliation
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Country affiliation — | Country affiliation France |
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Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation — | Religious affiliation — |
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School day structure
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School day structure School starts at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 3:30 p.m.; after-school activities begin at 3:40 p.m. | School day structure — |
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Bus service details
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Bus service details ASP provides a private bus service with routes across western Paris and nearby suburbs. Bus 6246 stops at Gustave Lambert; Bus 467 serves the Pont de Saint Cloud area; schedules are managed by the Bus Office. | Bus service details Door-to-door shuttle service with 7-seat vans. Morning pick-up 7:20–8:20; Monday–Friday afternoon pick-up around 4:15 with drop-off 4:30–5:30; Wednesday around 1:15; extracurricular pick-ups around 5:15; fees depend on distance (under 10 km 7560€, 10–14 km 8220€, over 17 km 9050€). Areas covered expand with demand. |
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Fee details
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Fee details Application fees - EUR 1,450 per child (one-time, payable at time of application). The application fee is refundable only if the school does not offer a space; it is not refundable when a space is offered. Tuition fees (annual and per-term by year group) - K3–K4: EUR 25,000 per year. Per term (calculated by dividing the annual fee into three equal instalments): EUR 8,333.33 per term (inference: see note below about term calculation). - K5–Grade 5: EUR 34,600 per year. Per term (3 equal instalments): EUR 11,533.33 per term (inference). - Grades 6–8 (Middle School): EUR 39,965 per year. Per term (3 equal instalments): EUR 13,321.67 per term (inference). - Grades 9–12 (Upper School): EUR 40,950 per year. Per term (3 equal instalments): EUR 13,650.00 per term (inference). (Note on per-term figures: the above per-term amounts are calculated by dividing each published annual tuition by three to produce equal-term figures. This per-term calculation is an explicit arithmetic inference intended to give per-term values where the school's public fee listing provides annual amounts; the school calendar follows a typical academic year running from late August/early September through June. ) One-time and mandatory additional fees - Capital assessment: EUR 12,200 per child (one-time, non-refundable; charged during the first year a child attends in K5 and above). - Security fee: EUR 2,000 per child per year (annual, mandatory). Mandatory fees where assigned - English as an Additional Language (EAL) fee: EUR 5,490 per child per year (mandatory only for students assigned to the EAL program). - Learning Support Services fee: EUR 6,695 per child per year (mandatory only for students assigned to learning support services). Optional / program-specific charges - Bus fees (annual): - Zone 1 (close to school): EUR 4,100 per child per year. - Zone 2 (other areas): EUR 4,550 per child per year. - Extracurricular and optional trips / activities (examples and typical extra charges billed separately at time of reservation): - Music festival trips: approximately EUR 800 each. - Model United Nations (selected trips): EUR 600–1,000. - Seasonal athletics trips: approximately EUR 230 each; ISST tournaments approximately EUR 300 (depending on host city). - Theater trip to London: approximately EUR 500. - Selected academic clubs/trips: examples around EUR 600–800. These are charged in addition to tuition when the activity is optional. Educational (curricular) trips - Educational trips that are integral to and mandatory for the curriculum are included in the tuition fee; no separate charge for mandatory curricular trips is billed. If a curricular trip does not take place, funds are typically reallocated and reimbursements are not provided. Billing schedule and payment terms - Application fee: payable at the time of application. Capital assessment is charged one time in the first year K5 and above. Security fee and other assigned program fees are charged on an annual basis. Partial-year charges and refunds follow a defined partial-year fee policy (see refund section). - The school's published fee material does not specify a detailed public billing calendar (invoice due dates or standard instalment schedule) for tuition invoices on the public fees page. The per-term figures above are an arithmetic division of the annual tuition into three equal instalments to provide per-term amounts where parents require them; the school's calendar follows the typical academic year (September to June). Refund information and partial-year fee policy - New students: - Withdrawal prior to June 1 of the year of entry: full refund of tuition and fees paid. - Withdrawal between June 1 and August 15 of the year of entry: 50% refund of tuition and fees. - Withdrawal after August 15 and prior to December 31 of the year of entry (provided Admissions Office is notified by December 10): 25% refund of tuition and fees. - Students beginning classes after January 1 are charged 75% of full-year tuition and fees; students beginning after April 30 are charged 40% of full-year tuition and fees. The Capital Assessment is charged in full. A space may be held by paying 100% of tuition and fees. - Returning students: - Withdrawal prior to June 1: full refund of tuition and fees paid. - Withdrawal between June 1 and August 15: 50% refund. - Withdrawal after August 15 and prior to December 31 (provided Admissions Office is notified by the stated deadline): 25% refund. - The school explicitly identifies the Capital Assessment and Application fees as non-refundable. Boarding fees - Boarding: Not applicable. The school operates as an international day school for ages 3–18 and does not publish boarding provision or boarding fees. Other costs and common incidental items - Uniform: No mandatory uniform fee or required school uniform charge is published in the school's public fee listing. - Meals / cafeteria: the school provides cafeteria recharge facilities and a lunch program; meal costs and cafeteria card recharges are handled separately from tuition. Specific meal-plan pricing is not published in the general tuition-and-fees listing. - Instrument rental, course materials, specialist program fees and other occasional charges may be billed separately depending on program participation; examples (music, trips, clubs) are listed under optional charges above. Fee payment options - For the school's extension and short programs, payment options explicitly accepted include credit card (via processors such as BlueSnap and PayPal) and bank transfer (RIB provided on request). The school's giving/donation channels also accept bank transfer and credit card payments. These references indicate that bank transfer and credit/debit card payment channels are used by the school for program and community payments; specific tuition invoice payment portals or installment processors are not detailed on the public fees page. Summary (key figures at a glance) - Application fee (one-time): EUR 1,450 per child. - Annual tuition (K3–K4): EUR 25,000; per term (3-way split, inference): EUR 8,333.33. - Annual tuition (K5–Grade 5): EUR 34,600; per term (3-way split, inference): EUR 11,533.33. - Annual tuition (Grades 6–8): EUR 39,965; per term (3-way split, inference): EUR 13,321.67. - Annual tuition (Grades 9–12): EUR 40,950; per term (3-way split, inference): EUR 13,650.00. - Capital assessment (one-time for K5+): EUR 12,200 (non-refundable). - Security fee (annual): EUR 2,000. - EAL fee (if assigned, annual): EUR 5,490. - Learning support fee (if assigned, annual): EUR 6,695. - Bus (optional, annual): EUR 4,100 (zone 1) or EUR 4,550 (zone 2). - Refund / partial-year policy: specified percentage refunds depending on withdrawal date; capital assessment and application fee are non-refundable. | Fee details Application fees - Application fee (new students): EUR 750 per child; this fee is non-refundable. Enrolment / Registration / Deposits - Enrolment package for new students (total): - Registration fee (payable on admission): EUR 2,800 per child (non-refundable). - Deposit: EUR 4,000 per child (refundable when the child leaves the school provided there are no outstanding charges). - School Development Fund (new students): EUR 3,750 (obligatory for new students). Re-enrolling students: School Development Fund EUR 1,000. Annual tuition fees (2025/2026) — by year group and per-term breakdown - Nursery / Pre-K / Kindergarten: Annual tuition EUR 20,595. Per term (three-term schedule): EUR 6,865. - Grade 1 – Grade 5: Annual tuition EUR 23,940. Per term: EUR 7,980. - Grade 6 – Grade 8: Annual tuition EUR 27,840. Per term: EUR 9,280. - Grade 9 – Grade 12: Annual tuition EUR 31,260. Per term: EUR 10,420. (Note: tuition for mid-year starters is prorated by month of arrival on a 'pro rata temporis' basis; the school charges in full for the month of arrival.) Billing schedule and payment terms - Invoicing: invoices are issued on a 10-month basis; students are enrolled for the full school year (10 months). - Typical instalment schedule (when paying in instalments): three instalments debited on 10 July, 10 September and 10 December. One-off payment option is also available. - Mid-year admissions: annual tuition fees are prorated by month of arrival; other new-student fees (application, registration, deposit, school development fund) are due in full. - Late payment / rejected direct-debit charges: rejected SEPA withdrawals incur bank charges (an invoiced fee per rejected withdrawal) and a convenience fee applies when paying by direct-debit in instalments. Boarding - ICS Paris is a day school and does not offer boarding facilities. Families must arrange their own accommodation. Other mandatory and optional costs - Lunch supervision (mandatory for Nursery to Grade 5 for students bringing a packed lunch): EUR 1,677 per year (invoiced with tuition). - Hot Lunch (optional catered canteen service): EUR 2,865 per child per year (primary); lunch supervision for students who take hot lunch is included in this cost. - Door-to-door shuttle (optional, annual prices): - up to 10 km: EUR 7,560 per year. - 10–14 km: EUR 8,220 per year. - up to 17 km (subject to approval): EUR 9,050 per year. - Learning support (where required): Group lessons and individual lessons are chargeable — for 2025/26 example figures appear in the fee schedule (group / individual). - Technology / device fees: - iPad deposit (Grades 5–8): EUR 400 (refundable on return in good condition). - Laptop (Grades 9–10): EUR 700 (cost inclusive of insurance; device provided/purchased via the school). - Uniforms: uniforms are mandatory from Nursery through Grade 12; families purchase the required uniform items via the school's uniform arrangements and will be invoiced for those items. Discounts and sibling policy - A 25% discount is offered for the third enrolled child; this discount applies to tuition fees only and is not combinable with employer/company full or partial fee coverage. Refunds and cancellation terms (key points) - Application fees and registration fees are non-refundable. - The deposit (EUR 4,000) is refundable when the child leaves the school, provided there are no outstanding charges on the family account. - The first-trimester tuition payment (or initial down payment) is treated as an initial down payment at enrolment and may be non-refundable except under specific short-notice cancellation conditions described in the school's terms (for example, a narrow timeframe for refund if cancellation occurs within a defined period after admission). Families who cancel after the stated short-notice window forfeit amounts paid at enrolment. - Re-enrolment downpayment for the following year: EUR 4,500 (deducted from the following year's invoice); special circumstances for refund are limited and defined in the terms of payment. Methods of payment and practical notes - Accepted methods for school tuition and major invoices: direct debit (SEPA) — one instalment or three instalments — and bank transfer. SEPA direct debits should be arranged from a French bank account when possible but SEPA from eligible European countries is accepted. A convenience fee (when using direct-debit in instalments) and charges for rejected debits apply. - Accepted methods for certain other invoices (extracurricular activities, holiday camps, trips, registration and re-registration fees): cheque, credit card or debit card (American Express is not accepted for card payments in these cases). Summary - Annual tuition for 2025/2026 ranges by age group from EUR 20,595 (Early years) up to EUR 31,260 (Grades 9–12). Per-term amounts (three-term billing) are the annual figure divided by three as given above. Mandatory up-front items for new students include the Application Fee (EUR 750), Registration Fee (EUR 2,800), Deposit (EUR 4,000) and the School Development Fund for new students (EUR 3,750). Optional services such as hot lunch, shuttle and learning support are charged in addition to tuition. Payment options include SEPA direct debit and bank transfer, with card/cheque accepted for selected activity invoices; the school's terms specify invoicing, proration for mid-year starts, refund rules, and penalties for late/non-payment. |
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Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements — | Boarding arrangements No boarding; day school; ICS Paris does not offer boarding facilities or host family placement services. |
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Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement — | Uniform requirement Students are required to wear a uniform at all times on campus, nearby areas, and on outings. Uniform rules apply to all students; religious symbols or clothing that overtly indicate a religious affiliation are not allowed. Clothing must be in good condition, fit properly, and not reveal undergarments; uniforms must be purchased from the official ICS Paris uniform shop. |
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Food options
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Food options The cafeterias are staffed by French chefs and provide fresh, balanced meals every day. Lower School students in Grades K5–5 eat in the cafeteria and can choose daily hot lunch or bring lunch from home. Middle and Upper School students can purchase food à la carte and are not required to sign up for a meal plan; healthy snacks are available throughout the day. | Food options Hot Lunch Service provides balanced meals prepared in accordance with the French Ministry of Health guidelines. Each meal includes a starter, main course, cheese, bread, and fruit/dessert; the menu changes daily. Primary students eat in designated canteen spaces; Secondary students may bring lunch or sign up for the Hot Lunch Service, and may leave school at lunchtime with parental permission. The annual cost is 2865€ per child and lunch supervision is included for Nursery to Grade 5; fees are prorated for mid-year entrants. |
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House system
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Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership The school is an independent international school in Paris governed by a Board of Trustees. The Head of School leads the administrative team, and governance is provided by the Board to oversee and direct ASP's strategy. | Governance and ownership The school is a private, co-educational international school. It is a proud member of Globeducate and an IB World School. |
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Curriculum details
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Curriculum details ASP follows an American approach to education. The curriculum is standards-based for Grades K3–12 and offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program. The Understanding by Design framework guides all curriculum units. The main language of instruction is English, and all students study French at varying levels. Upper School offers IB, AP, or a mixture of both, and all graduates receive an American high school diploma. Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) testing is used to assess progress for students in Grades 3–8. | Curriculum details International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum for 3–19 year-olds taught in English. ICS Paris is an IB World School offering a continuum from Early Education through the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP). Educational stages include Early Education (Preschool), Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), Pre-IB/IGCSE, and IBDP. Accreditation includes IB Diploma Programme (accreditation since 2003), IBMYP (accreditation since 2023), and IBPYP (accreditation since 2023). The IB Learner Profile is central, aiming to develop inquirers, knowledgeable, thinkers, communicators, principled, open-minded, caring, risk-takers, balanced, and reflective learners. The curriculum is complemented by a wide range of activities outside the classroom, including student councils, Model United Nations, Eco-Schools, and Globeducate opportunities. |
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Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio Student–teacher ratio is 8:1, and the average class size is 18. | Student teacher ratio — |
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Exam results
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Exam results ASP's Class of 2024 achieved strong results in AP and IB programs. Over 90% of the Class of 2024 participated in AP or IB. The IB Diploma pass rate is 100%, and the average IB Diploma score is 34.6. AP exam scores 3 or higher were achieved by ASP students. | Exam results IB Diploma results show strong performance with top scores typically in the early 40s and DP averages in the low- to mid-30s. In 2025, the top DP score was 41/45 with an average DP score of 32.7 (global average 30.58). In 2024 the top DP score was 44/45 with an average of 33.8, and 2023 top 42/45 with an average of 32.0. IGCSE results are published annually; in 2025, 30 students sat for IGCSE exams. |
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Higher education progression
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Higher education progression Graduates have earned degrees from universities around the world. Notable destinations include Brown University, Cornell University, Dartmouth College, NYU, Georgetown University, UC Berkeley, Imperial College London, ESCP, ESSEC, McGill University, University of British Columbia, KAIST, and the American University of Paris. | Higher education progression 40% of University Destinations are ranked among the Top 100 Universities in the World (Times Higher Education ranking, 2022). Graduates have attended institutions including Yale University, McGill University, Imperial College London, Oxford University, Sorbonne University, ESSEC, HEC Paris, London School of Economics, University of Toronto, and others. |
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Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
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Social & emotional learning
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Social & emotional learning The school provides a supportive environment focused on social and emotional development. The Middle School and Upper School emphasize wellbeing and social‑emotional awareness as part of the curriculum. The Advisory Program connects students with a trusted adult to support academic and personal growth. | Social & emotional learning ICS Paris delivers a Wellbeing program that prioritises social and emotional learning. Primary students participate in an eight-week Emotional Intelligence (EI) programme to understand themselves, connect with others, and navigate daily challenges with confidence. The programme emphasises understanding emotions, recognising feelings in others, and managing relationships as essential to learning and personal growth. A Designated Safeguarding Lead and Student Support Coordinator, Mrs Kamath, launched the initial assembly for Grades 1–3 to introduce EI concepts. Through this initiative, students develop empathy, resilience, and self-awareness. |
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN) The school offers a Learning Support program for students with learning differences and an English as an Additional Language (EAL) program for non‑native English speakers. An Individualized Learning Plan (ILP) is created for students enrolled in the Learning Support program to address academic and behavioral needs. | Special educational needs (SEN) ICS Paris offers a Learning Support Programme that embraces learner diversity and provides mild to moderate academic support. The Student Support Coordinator directly supervises the programme and works with teachers to ensure student success. Support is delivered at two levels: Pairing Support (small groups, up to two sessions weekly) and Individual Support (one-to-one, up to two sessions weekly), with inclusive arrangements and curricular modifications where needed. The programme may include literacy, maths, study and organizational skills, and social skills; external providers such as speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, and physical therapists may work on campus. An Individual Learning Plan (ILP) is created for students receiving support, with ILP meetings in October, February and June; psycho-educational evaluations may be requested to guide instruction. |
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English as an additional language
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English as an additional language English as an Additional Language (EAL) is provided for Grades 1–8 to support English‑language development. New students are assessed to determine EAL needs and placement, with differentiated instruction within an immersive and inclusive environment. The school operates as a fully English‑speaking school with daily French language study integrated into the program. | English as an additional language English is the language of instruction at ICS Paris, and the BML (Bilingual and Multilingual Learners) programme provides personalised English development support. ICS Paris is a BML Smart Nursery and a BML Smart School, with staff trained to support bilingual and multilingual learners. The programme respects home languages and provides a safe space to make mistakes while building English literacy so students can participate in class with confidence. Placement tests in English, French, and Math are used during admissions to determine appropriate language levels. BML support is included in tuition and takes place during the school day for Grade 1 to Grade 10; in Primary, the programme is intensive with targeted literacy and subject-support adaptations, while in Secondary, language acquisition is tailored to help multilingual students access the IB curriculum. |
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Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing Wellbeing is a central focus across Middle and Upper School. The Middle School emphasizes wellbeing alongside academics, with counselors supporting educational and emotional needs. Guidance services and counseling programs provide ongoing support for students' social, emotional, and behavioral development. | Mental wellbeing Wellbeing is a core focus at ICS Paris, nurturing students academically, socially, and emotionally. The EI-based approach supports mental wellbeing by building empathy, resilience, and self-awareness. The initiative is led by the Designated Safeguarding Lead and Student Support Coordinator and is integrated with the school's safeguarding and wellbeing efforts. This comprehensive approach helps students understand themselves, relate to others, and navigate everyday challenges with confidence. |
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding The safeguarding statement commits to safeguarding and promoting the well‑being of young people, with school personnel vigilant for signs of distress and trained to intervene. The policy aligns with the International Task Force on Child Protection, the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, and French law, and a dedicated safeguarding team leads the effort. | Safeguarding Safeguarding is a central pillar of ICS Paris' practice. A Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) oversees safeguarding and student welfare, with Mrs Kamath occupying the DSL role. The safeguarding programme is integrated with wellbeing initiatives and student support services. Recruitment and employment policies require safeguarding checks and adherence to Safeguarding and Child Protection Protocols to ensure a safe environment for all students. The school also maintains a formal safeguarding framework as part of its ongoing commitment to child protection. |
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Facilities overview
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Facilities overview The campus spans 12+ acres and houses all three schools, Grades K3–12, in dedicated indoor and outdoor learning spaces. The campus is just outside Paris, offering space while remaining minutes from the city. Much of the campus has been rebuilt to provide modern spaces for all classes, including Arts Link with ceramics studios, art studios, a Black Box Theater, a band room, a choir room, recording studios, and a film-making classroom. Design and STEM Labs include 3D printers, laser cutters, and robots. The Performing Arts Center houses a 350-seat theater, and Arts spaces include ceramics, sculpture, photography and studio art. The campus is private, gated, access-controlled, and staffed with a 24/7 security team. | Facilities overview ICS Paris is an IB World School in the heart of Paris offering an inquiry-based IB curriculum taught in English and enriched by French language and culture. It features an Innovation Centre for creative projects and an innovative STEAM approach. It uses a BML Smart School to support language learning. The school is part of the Globeducate network and hosts students from over 70 countries, providing global academic and exchange opportunities. The campus is located at 23 rue de Cronstadt, 75015 Paris, near Metro Convention, and emphasizes a multinational, collaborative learning environment. |
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Sports facilities
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Sports facilities Expansive sports fields are on campus. The campus spans 12+ acres and houses all three schools in dedicated indoor and outdoor spaces. The campus is private, gated, access-controlled, and staffed with a 24/7 security team. | Sports facilities — |
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Academic facilities
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Academic facilities Arts Link features ceramics studios, art studios, a Black Box Theater, a band room, a choir room, recording studios, a film-making classroom, and more. The Performing Arts Center includes a 350-seat theater as part of the arts spaces. Design and STEM Labs include 3D printers, laser cutters, and robots. Much of the campus has been rebuilt into modern spaces for all classes. | Academic facilities The school provides IB World School programs from early education through high school, with all subjects taught in English in the early years and primary, and regular French instruction offered at five proficiency levels. The middle school follows the MYP, and the high school offers the IB Diploma Programme. An Innovation Centre supports creative projects and STEAM, and language learning is supported through the BML Smart School platform. The Globeducate network provides additional global opportunities. |
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Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities After-school activities include non-competitive sports, arts, and robotics. Amnesty International is offered as a student club (Grades 9–12). Art Club is available for Grades K5–12 with various meeting times. Baseball is offered for Grades 3–5, and Winter Basketball is offered for Grades 6–8. Beginner Violin is offered for Grades 2–5. | Extra curricular facilities Extracurricular activities include sports such as Wednesday activities at Aquaboulevard, private music and private French lessons, chess, robotics, drama, public speaking, language academy, and storytelling, with after-school care available. Activities run on weekday afternoons with structured cycles and occasional off-site venues, providing a broad range of enrichment experiences. |
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History
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History Since its founding in 1946, the American School of Paris has provided a world-class education to the international community in Paris. It is an independent international school offering an American curriculum to students aged 3–18 from more than 64 countries, located at 41 Rue Pasteur, Saint-Cloud. An interactive timeline highlights the school's history and its evolution into the ASP of today. ASP presents itself as an independent international school serving a diverse student body near Paris. | History ICS Paris was formerly known as EIB - The Victor Hugo School. It is a private international school in Paris. It is an IB World School offering the full IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) and a curriculum taught in English with immersion in French language and culture. To support new students, intensive English lessons and learning support are provided on a case-by-case basis. |
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Community
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Community ASP emphasizes a welcoming, diverse, and caring community where new families are welcomed and onboarding is thorough. New students and families arrive throughout the year, and the school offers a wide range of student activities, a focus on well-being and inclusion, and extensive parent activities and social events. The ASP community also maintains a global alumni network with more than 18,000 alumni worldwide. | Community ICS Paris has an inclusive international community with students and staff from over 70 nationalities. The school is part of the Globeducate network and participates in international events through Globeducate. Annual events include International Food and Culture Day celebrating cultural diversity with dishes from many countries and a country parade. The school earned Eco-School status in June, reflecting sustainability initiatives. |
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Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association The school has a Parent–Faculty Association (PFA) made up of parents from across the school. The PFA volunteers with grade levels, hosts events for parents on and off campus, supports student spirit activities, and bridges families with faculty and staff to build an international Paris community. Its mission is to build community, foster a welcoming atmosphere, celebrate ASP's international diversity, and connect families with the school. Neighborhood, country, and language groups are led by volunteer liaisons who organize meetings and welcome new members; two parent coffees are offered per grade level each year with topic-focused sessions. The Senior Parents Group coordinates announcements, senior photos, the prom, awards luncheon, graduation dinner, and the senior directory. The PFA also offers a range of parent activities and community service opportunities, including a refugee food distribution program with Utopia 56. | Parent teacher association There is a Parents Association. For information and the General Assembly email communication@icsparis.fr. The school policies list a Parents Association and the Témoignages page references the Association de parents. |
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Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual The school offers robotics and programming as part of the after-school activities. Math Lab provides 1.5-hour sessions for Grades 6–8 to get support and enrichment in math. Humanities Lab offers a 1.5-hour open session where students in Grades 6–8 can get support for social studies, English, science, or other classes as needed. Model UN is a club in which students debate global issues in the UN framework, practicing debate and public speaking and researching the nations they represent, with several conferences held throughout the year that require leadership and collaboration. | Academic & intellectual The school has Chess as an after‑school activity for Primary (Mondays 4:15–5:15 PM) and for Secondary (Thursdays 4:15–5:15 PM). The school has Robotics after‑school sessions for Primary (Wednesdays 1:15–3:15 PM) and for Secondary (Wednesdays 1:15–3:15 PM and Fridays 4:15–5:15 PM). The school has Scientific Experiments for Primary (Tuesdays 4:15–5:15 PM). The school has Language Academy after‑school language lessons in French, Russian, Portuguese, Spanish and Arabic, with English language support (Thursdays 4:15–5:15 PM). |
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Arts & creative
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Arts & creative The school offers private music lessons and musical theater as after-school activities. Robotics and programming are included among after-school offerings, along with pottery and painting. The arts program features a full-size auditorium, a black box theater, a music recording studio, filmmaking classes and competitions, and modern art studios. | Arts & creative The school has Private Music Lessons on Wednesdays 1:15–4:15 PM in half‑hour slots with Conservatoire teachers. The school has Drama on Tuesdays 4:15–5:15 PM. The school has Storytelling on Wednesdays 1:15–4:15 PM. The school has Private French Lessons on Wednesdays 1:15–4:15 PM. |
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Cultural & language
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Cultural & language Model UN is a club in which students debate global issues using the UN framework. In Model UN meetings, students practice debate and public speaking and research the nations they represent to learn about foreign policy, and they attend several conferences throughout the year that require leadership and collaboration. Tennis offers off-campus instruction in French, giving students a rich cultural experience and is listed as a French-language activity for younger students. | Cultural & language The school has Language Academy offering group lessons in French, Russian, Portuguese, Spanish and Arabic, with other languages available on request and extra English support. The school has French Mercredi Programme on Wednesdays 1:15–4:15 PM, immersing children in activities conducted in French. The school is a BML SMART school, supporting bilingual and multilingual learners by maintaining and developing their home languages. |
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Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies The school has over 60 clubs, including music, arts, performance, coding, science, Habitat for Humanity, Amnesty International, community service, and non-competitive sports. INK Magazine is ASP's student-led literary magazine with open-mic events and Paris expeditions. The Trebels is a student-run a cappella singing group. | Social & hobbies The school has Chess as an after‑school activity for Primary (Mondays 4:15–5:15 PM) and Secondary (Thursdays 4:15–5:15 PM). The school has Modern Dance on Tuesdays 4:15–5:15 PM. The school has Storytelling on Wednesdays 1:15–4:15 PM. The school has Robotics after‑school sessions on Wednesdays 1:15–3:15 PM for Primary and on Wednesdays 1:15–3:15 PM and Fridays 4:15–5:15 PM for Secondary. |
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Community & service
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Community & service Habitat for Humanity and Amnesty International are among ASP's service-oriented clubs. Service learning opportunities are integrated into the after-school program. The National Honor Society provides service-focused opportunities, with membership based on scholarship, service, leadership, and character. | Community & service — |
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Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional Model UN develops leadership and collaboration through conferences. National Honor Society emphasizes leadership, with membership based on four areas of evaluation: scholarship, service, leadership, and character. A student council and related leadership opportunities are available as part of campus life. | Leadership & professional The school has Public Speaking after‑school for Middle and High School on Thursdays 4:15–5:15 PM to develop confidence and persuasive communication. The school has Drama after‑school on Tuesdays 4:15–5:15 PM, fostering expression and collaboration. The school has Language Academy supporting bilingual and multilingual learners to develop language skills relevant to professional communication. |
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing The school fields over 30 competitive varsity and junior varsity teams across sports such as soccer, volleyball, cross country, track, basketball, swimming, and tennis. Non-competitive sports are also offered among the many after-school activities. Mindfulness is taught as a program, with Mindfulness sessions and Yoga offered after school, including Mini Yoga and Yoga for younger students. | Lifestyle & wellbeing The school has Modern Dance on Tuesdays 4:15–5:15 PM. The school has Gymnastics offerings that help build strength, coordination, balance and confidence. The school has Self‑defence (Judo) on Fridays 4:15–5:15 PM, emphasizing respect, discipline and physical engagement. The school has Sports Wednesday at Aquaboulevard with a structured cycle of activities and professional instructors to provide varied athletic experiences. |
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Language provision
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Language provision English is the main language of instruction and is used across all classes. French is compulsory for all students and offered at varying levels, with French instruction in all grades. In Lower School, Early Childhood students receive 30 minutes of French per day. Spanish is offered as an elective. | Language provision ICS Paris IB curriculum is taught in English at all stages. French is taught as a second language, with regular French classes for all students. From Grade 1, mother-tongue Japanese and Korean are supported through after-school language classes. From Grade 6, Spanish is available as an additional language, Mandarin is offered as a third language for bilingual/multilingual learners in the MYP, and the Diploma Programme includes French courses with the option to pursue a bilingual IB Diploma. |
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Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching — | Bilingual teaching ICS Paris has a BML (Bilingual and Multilingual Learners) programme to help students access the curriculum using their mother tongue, while also providing academic English support. Personalised BML support is included in tuition for Grades 1-9 and delivered during the school day. All students have regular French classes as a second language. From Grade 6, students can study Mandarin or Spanish as a third language in the MYP. |
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Immersion programs
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Immersion programs — | Immersion programs Early Years is fully immersive, with language and content developing together through daily classroom experiences. From Grade 1, mother-tongue Japanese and Korean are supported through dedicated after-school classes. In the MYP, bilingual and multilingual learners may choose Mandarin or Spanish as a third language. |
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Awards
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Awards — | Awards UNESCO Associated School – part of UNESCO's Associated School network promoting peace, human rights, sustainable development and intercultural dialogue through education; Edexcel qualifications – ICS Paris has been part of Edexcel since 2014, offering GCSEs, A levels and international GCSEs and related qualifications. |
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Accreditations
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Accreditations Accredited by the Middle Schools Association and the Council of International Schools. Member of the National Association of Independent Schools, the European Council of International Schools and the Council for Advancement and Support of Education. Registered as an association loi 1901 (not-for-profit) organization in France. Governed by a Board of Trustees. | Accreditations IB World School – authorization from the International Baccalaureate Organization to offer the IBDP, IBMYP and IBPYP programmes. |
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Admissions
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Admissions ASP accepts applications for students aged 3 to 18 and uses a rolling admissions model for the current academic year (space permitting), with applications for the following academic year opening in October. Applications are completed online through the admissions portal; required documents include the student's school reports from the previous two years and the current year, a student questionnaire, confidential teacher and counselor forms, a parent questionnaire, and a copy of the passport; the application fee is €1,450 and is non-refundable if an offer is made, but refundable if no space is offered. An English-language assessment may be required for Grade 6–12 applicants to determine the appropriate level of English-language support, and non-native speakers are assessed through the English as an Additional Language (EAL) pathway. The Admissions Committee reviews complete files and communicates decisions within 10–15 working days after receipt of the complete file; October marks the start of accepting applications for the following year, and rolling admissions may apply for the current year if space permits. The school provides relocation support for families relocating to Paris, including grade-level placement and EAL/learning-support considerations. | Admissions Step 1: Submit Online Application Form. Begin the process by filling out the online application form. ICS Paris has a rolling admissions policy, accepting students throughout the year depending on space, and it is recommended to start the process in November for the following September, or at least two months before joining during the school year. Prepare documents: a student photo, a copy of the student's government-issued ID, and official grades/report cards from the last three years; English test results are required for Grade 9 and above; language certificates if applicable. An application fee of 750€ is paid online to complete the Online Application Form. Step 2: Submit Supporting Documents. After your form and the application fee are received, the application is presented to the Admissions Committee and the decision typically takes 2–3 weeks, depending on any additional documents requested. The admissions team may request further academic documents or an interview. Step 3: Acceptance. If accepted, an official letter of acceptance is sent via email. Step 4: Confirm the Enrolment. A DocuSign link is sent to complete enrollment documents, including the terms of payment, a medical form, a school trip form, and an image authorization form. If education is funded directly, the registration fee and deposit are due to hold the place. |
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Scholarships
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Scholarships Financial assistance is available for current ASP families who require temporary tuition and fee support; ASP does not offer need-based or merit scholarships to applicants. | Scholarships No scholarships or financial aid are offered; discounts are available for families with at least three children enrolled. |
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Waitlist
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Waitlist Waitpool: When a grade level is full, a waiting pool is developed only as a last resort; parents are advised when a place may become available or if an additional class will be formed. Waitpool placements are communicated to families as placement opportunities arise. | Waitlist — |
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