Bilingual International School of Paris vs ICS Paris International School

	B Bilingual International School of Paris Paris, France	I ICS Paris International School Paris, France
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €13,800 - 21,800	Fees / year €19,550 - 31,260
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, French Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 500
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English, French	Instruction language English, French
Opened	Opened —	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location 14 Rue Letellier, 75015 Paris, France. The campus is in the 15th arrondissement of Paris and is accessible by car, with several subway and bus stops nearby.	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.
Stages	Stages Preschool and Kindergarten; Primary School; Middle School; High School. We welcome children between 3 and 17 years of age.	Stages Nursery - Grade 12; IB Continuum (PYP, MYP, DP).
School type	School type Bilingual international school; instruction in English and French; Cambridge Assessment International Education and Pearson Edexcel are represented.	School type Private, co-educational international school. IB World School offering PYP, MYP and DP on a single campus in the heart of Paris.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix 32 nationalities are represented.	Pupil nationality mix Students come from over 70 countries.
Additional learning support	Additional 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.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation France	Country affiliation France
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	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.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / Enrollment fee - Enrollment fee (non-refundable): EUR 1,000. Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts and equivalent per trimester) - Nursery (Monday–Friday, 08:30–16:00): EUR 13,800 per year. Equivalent per trimester (annual ÷ 3): EUR 4,600. - Pre-K (Monday–Friday, 08:30–16:00): EUR 14,800 per year. Equivalent per trimester: EUR 4,933.33. - Kindergarten (Monday–Friday, 08:30–16:00): EUR 15,800 per year. Equivalent per trimester: EUR 5,266.67. - Primary School (Monday–Friday, 08:30–16:30): EUR 16,800 per year. Equivalent per trimester: EUR 5,600. - Middle School (Monday–Friday, 08:45–16:30): EUR 21,800 per year. Equivalent per trimester: EUR 7,266.67. - High School (Monday–Friday, 08:45–16:30): EUR 21,800 per year. Equivalent per trimester: EUR 7,266.67. School lunch and lunch box - School lunch: EUR 595 per trimester (EUR 1,785 per year). - Lunch box: EUR 245 per trimester (EUR 735 per year). Wednesday Club (FLE option) — fees and session counts - Full day (08:30–16:00): EUR 945 per trimester (11 sessions per trimester). EUR 2,355 per year (33 sessions). - Half day (08:30–12:00 or 13:00–16:00): EUR 670 per trimester (11 sessions per trimester). EUR 1,300 per year (33 sessions). Billing schedule and payment terms - All tuition fees are quoted per academic year and are due in their entirety prior to the start of the school year. The school requires full payment before term start; no installment schedule is specified in the published fee information. Boarding fees - Not applicable: no boarding program or boarding fees are listed for the school; the school operates with day schedules for each year group. Other costs and fees - The published, itemized additional costs that are listed are the School Lunch and Lunch Box (per trimester) and the Wednesday Club (per trimester and per year). No separate mandatory boarding fee is listed. Refund information - The enrollment fee is non-refundable. The school is under no obligation to return payment or partial payments in the event of a change in plans or a mid-year departure. Fee payment options - For donations, accepted methods listed include check and bank wire transfer. (Payment methods for tuition are required in full prior to the start of the school year; specific tuition payment methods are not itemized in the published fee schedule.)	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.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements No boarding; day school; ICS Paris does not offer boarding facilities or host family placement services.
Uniform requirement	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.
Food options	Food options —	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.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is an independent private school. It is non-religious.	Governance and ownership The school is a private, co-educational international school. It is a proud member of Globeducate and an IB World School.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school is 100% bilingual, serves children aged 3-17, and represents 32 nationalities. The program is fully bilingual with 50% English and 50% French instruction, delivered by native English and native French teachers. Preschool and Kindergarten are bilingual 50/50 with small classes of about 12 students. Primary School maintains 50/50 instruction with native-language instructors and daily use of both languages. Middle School emphasizes bilingual development through interdisciplinary projects and bilingual debates; High School serves ages 15-18 with preparation to join international universities.	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.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Small classes capped at 12-14 students.	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	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.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression High school graduates are prepared to join international universities.	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.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school supports physical and emotional development and fosters self-confidence and interpersonal skills within a safe and comfortable learning environment.	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.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	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.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school is fully bilingual in English and French, with half of the day taught in English and half in French; instruction is delivered by native English-speaking and native French-speaking teachers. The school is 100% bilingual overall. English language courses include the Wednesday Club and English Language Vacation Camps.	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.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The school supports mental wellbeing through a holistic, whole-child approach that includes emotional development and a safe, supportive environment, helping students build self-confidence and interpersonal skills.	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.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Children feel comfortable and safe and are listened to; the school emphasizes a safe and optimal learning environment.	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.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The campus hosts Preschool, Primary School, Middle School and High School on the same premises in Paris's 15th arrondissement. The program is fully bilingual, with half the day in English and half in French, taught by native English- and native French-speaking teachers. The curricula follow the French National Education program and the Cambridge International program. Class sizes are small, with 12–14 students per class. After-school activities are offered to all students, including art, music and drama, and physical education.	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.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Curriculum follows the French National Education program and Cambridge International program. Instruction is split 50/50 between English and French and is delivered by native English and native French teachers. The 100% bilingual environment supports proficiency in both languages. In middle school, interdisciplinary projects strengthen critical thinking and collaboration across disciplines in both languages. In high school, students aged 15 to 18 develop analytical, information-synthesis, and project-management skills to prepare for international university study.	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.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities All students have access to after-school activities. The program includes art, music and drama as well as physical education. A Wednesday Club provides weekly exposure to English language and Anglo-Saxon culture. English Language Vacation Camps run during school vacation periods.	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.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History —	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.
Community	Community Located in Paris's 15th arrondissement, BISP is a non-religious private school for children aged 3-14 offering Preschool, Primary and Middle School programs. The bilingual model provides 50% English and 50% French instruction, delivered by native English and native French teachers. The school represents a multicultural community with 32 nationalities represented. A wide range of after-school activities and language enrichment programs, including Wednesday Club and English vacation camps, complements the core program.	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.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	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.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The Middle School program strengthens critical thinking and problem-solving in both English and French. Interdisciplinary projects cultivate intellectual autonomy, collaboration skills, and organized work. Students develop argumentation, debate, and confident presentation in both languages. In High School, students refine mastery of complex concepts through deep analysis, information synthesis, and project management, while developing leadership and entrepreneurial spirit.	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).
Arts & creative	Arts & creative After-school activities include Art. Music and Drama. Physical Education is part of the after-school activities. All students have access to these activities. The program provides opportunities to engage in visual and performing arts.	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.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Students come from over 32 nationalities. The school is 100% bilingual, with 50/50 English and French instruction. English and French are used as languages of instruction and in daily interactions. Classes are taught by native English and native French-speaking teachers.	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.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	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.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional High School students develop leadership through concrete initiatives. They develop an entrepreneurial spirit as part of their program. This leadership and entrepreneurship occur alongside building a strong academic profile for higher education.	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.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Physical Education is included in the after-school activities offered to all students. After-school activities include Art, Music and Drama, and Physical Education. Participation in these activities supports well-being and active engagement.	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.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English and French are the languages taught, with a bilingual curriculum. From Nursery through Middle School, instruction is delivered in both languages by native French- and English-speaking teachers. Supplementary English exposure opportunities include the Wednesday Club and English Language Vacation camps.	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.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school teaches in English and French. Preschool and Kindergarten Program offers a bilingual English-French curriculum from age 3. The Bilingual Middle School provides an international curriculum while remaining fully bilingual, taught by native French- and English-speaking teachers.	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.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs The school offers English-language exposure through a Wednesday Club program and English Language Vacation camps during school breaks.	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.
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	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.
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations IB World School – authorization from the International Baccalaureate Organization to offer the IBDP, IBMYP and IBPYP programmes.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. If you wish to enroll your child at BISP, fill out the form at the bottom of the Admissions page. Once the completed contact form is received, the enrollment application for the requested grade level will be sent. Submit the completed enrollment application with the required supporting documentation: a completed application form; a copy of your child's birth certificate and a photocopy of their passport; a passport-sized photo of your child; a copy of your child's most recent progress report (if applicable); and a letter of recommendation from the child's most recent teacher (if applicable). You will receive a response from the admissions team within a few days. 2. Submit the completed enrollment application along with the required supporting documents. Include a completed application form; a copy of your child's birth certificate and a photocopy of their passport; a passport-sized photo; and a copy of your child's most recent progress report (if applicable). If applicable, include a letter of recommendation from your child's most recent teacher. 3. Tuition and fees for the 2026/2027 school year are published. Enrollment fee is 1,000 euros (non-refundable) and tuition is 13,800 euros for Nursery, 14,800 euros for Pre-K, 15,800 euros for Kindergarten, 16,800 euros for Primary, 21,800 euros for Middle School, and 21,800 euros for High School. Additional charges include School Lunch 595 euros per trimester, Lunch Box 245 euros per trimester, and Wednesday Club costs of 945 euros per trimester (2,355 euros per year) for full-day or 670 euros per trimester (1,300 euros per year) for half-day. All fees are due in full prior to the start of the school year and refunds are not provided for mid-year departures.	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.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships No scholarships or financial aid are offered; discounts are available for families with at least three children enrolled.
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