Bim School - Paris 15 vs Forest International School Paris

	B Bim School - Paris 15 Paris, France	F Forest International School Paris Paris, France
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €9,800 - 11,020	Fees / year €8,400 - 18,900
Age range	Age range 2 - 9 years	Age range 2 - 14 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum French Curriculum, Montessori Curriculum	Curriculum IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Montessori Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English, French	Instruction language English, French
Opened	Opened 2013	Opened 2003
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Four campuses in the Île-de-France region: Boulogne-Billancourt (175 rue d'Aguesseau, 92100 Boulogne-Billancourt); Puteaux (1 place du théâtre, 92800 Puteaux); Courbevoie (104 Avenue de la République and 10 rue Molière, 92400 Courbevoie); and Paris 15 (18 rue Saint-Armand and 11 rue du Clos Feuquières, 75015 Paris). The campuses are located in Boulogne-Billancourt, Puteaux, Courbevoie, and the 15th arrondissement of Paris. The network serves families in the Paris metropolitan area with bilingual education for children aged 2 to 11.	Location Forest International School Paris is located at 28 Rue de Tour d'Echelle, 78750 Mareil-Marly, in the western suburbs of Paris. The campus is a villa set in nature, reflecting the forest-based learning approach. The school day runs from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, and office hours are from 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM.
Stages	Stages Preschool and elementary education for children aged 2 to 11. Campuses offer Toddlers, Preschool, and Elementary programs; Montessori pedagogy is used at several campuses, and the system provides a 50/50 bilingual immersion of English and French.	Stages Early Years (2-5); Primary (6-11); Middle School (11-14). Ages 2-14.
School type	School type Bim School is a bilingual preschool and elementary school network in Paris, with Montessori-inspired classrooms and a 50/50 English-French curriculum across campuses.	School type Private bilingual international day school offering the English National Curriculum; bilingual in French and English.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation France	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure School day: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM.
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fees - Bim School Paris 15: Registration fee — EUR 400 (first year). - Bim School Boulogne: Registration fee — EUR 400 (first year). - Bim School Courbevoie: Registration fee — EUR 600 (first year). - Bim School Puteaux: Registration fee — EUR 600 (first year). Tuition fees by campus and year group (amounts, and per-term breakdown where the school publishes annual fees) - Bim School Puteaux (rates shown per year): - Toddlers / Maison des enfants (under 3): EUR 9,050 per year — Per term (annual ÷ 3): EUR 3,016.67 per term. - Maison des enfants (from 3 years): EUR 9,050 per year — Per term: EUR 3,016.67 per term. - Elementary: EUR 9,050 per year — Per term: EUR 3,016.67 per term. - Bim School Courbevoie (rates shown per year): - Toddlers / Maison des enfants (under 3): EUR 9,050 per year — Per term: EUR 3,016.67 per term. - Maison des enfants (from 3 years): EUR 9,050 per year — Per term: EUR 3,016.67 per term. - Elementary: EUR 9,050 per year — Per term: EUR 3,016.67 per term. - Bim School Boulogne (fees set by household income bracket; amounts shown are annual tuition): - Barème 1 (household income < EUR 35,000): EUR 2,547 per year — Per term: EUR 849.00 per term. - Barème 2 (income < EUR 50,000): EUR 5,520 per year — Per term: EUR 1,840.00 per term. - Barème 3 (income < EUR 70,000): EUR 7,788 per year — Per term: EUR 2,596.00 per term. - Barème 4 (income < EUR 90,000): EUR 10,158 per year — Per term: EUR 3,386.00 per term. - Barème 5 (income < EUR 120,000): EUR 11,250 per year — Per term: EUR 3,750.00 per term. - Barème 6 (income < EUR 150,000): EUR 12,378 per year — Per term: EUR 4,126.00 per term. - Barème 7 (income > EUR 150,000): EUR 13,584 per year — Per term: EUR 4,528.00 per term. - Barème 8 (company rate): EUR 15,255 per year — Per term: EUR 5,085.00 per term. - Note: tuition bracket placed on registration depending on availability of the bracket. - Bim School Paris 15 (published amounts): - Standard tuition is published as EUR 9,800 per month. Adaptation for toddlers: EUR 750 per month (4 morning sessions). Afterschool (Saint-Amand) option: EUR 300 per month (4 evenings). The page also shows a lunch charge as an annual forfait. The site presents Paris 15 tuition as a monthly amount rather than an annual figure; a per-term amount is not published on the page. Billing schedule and payment terms - Registration requires a registration fee / deposit at the time of finalizing the application. If an application is rejected, the deposit is refunded when applicable. The school's admissions process references a registration deposit payment and notes refund of the deposit in case of refusal. Exact tuition billing cadence, due dates, and detailed payment terms (for example: specific invoice dates, penalties for late payment, or whether tuition is billed by term or by month for each campus) are not published on the public pages. Boarding fees - Not applicable. All four Bim School campuses are day schools offering morning/afternoon sessions, supervised lunch, and after-school care; no boarding or residential provision is listed. Other costs and optional fees - Lunch / restauration forfaits (annual): - Bim School Boulogne: Lunch forfait (annual) EUR 1,498. - Bim School Puteaux: Lunch forfait (annual) EUR 1,370. - Bim School Courbevoie: Lunch forfait (annual) EUR 1,370. - Bim School Paris 15: Lunch forfait (annual) EUR 1,370. - Supervision-only (lunch-box) option is referenced for Boulogne with a published annual lunch forfait and a separate supervision-only option (amount not fully listed on the page). - Afterschool / extracurricular programmes: Paris 15 lists an Afterschool option (Saint-Amand) at EUR 300 per month (4 evenings). Other afterschool activities are provided in partnership with an external provider and may carry separate fees; specific per-activity fees are not published in the school-level fee summaries. - Adaptation / reduced-schedule option: Paris 15 lists an adaptation rate for toddlers (4 morning sessions) at EUR 750 per month. - Sibling discounts, school supplies, uniforms, transport, exam fees, or field-trip contributions are not detailed in the public fee summaries for the campuses; some consumables and activity costs may be charged separately. Refund information - The admissions process explicitly states that the registration deposit will be refunded if an application is rejected, where applicable. No full tuition-refund schedule (for withdrawal after enrolment, prorating rules for mid-year entry, or deadlines for refunds) is published in the campus fee summaries. Fee payment options (methods reported or not reported publicly) - The public pages instruct families to finalize registration by processing the registration fee deposit payment, and they list admissions contact details (phone and email) for practical enquiries. Specific payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, direct debit, or other e-payment methods) are not listed on the public campus fee pages. Contact details for arranging payments and confirmation are published: phone +33 6 63 30 86 58 and Admissions@bim-school.com. Brief summary of missing fee details that are not published on the school pages - The public campus pages provide clear figures for registration fees, annual tuition (or monthly tuition for Paris 15), and annual lunch forfaits, but do not publish a comprehensive billing schedule with specific invoice dates or standard term definitions, nor a complete public list of accepted payment methods, nor a full tuition-refund policy covering withdrawals after enrolment. These items were not available in the publicly visible fee summaries.	Fee details Application & enrollment fees - Pre‑School (2–3 years): Application fee: EUR 0 (standard); EUR 500 (employer‑covered rate). Re‑enrollment fee: EUR 0 (standard); EUR 500 (employer‑covered). - Early Years (3–4 years): Application fee: EUR 500 (standard); EUR 750 (employer‑covered). Re‑enrollment fee: EUR 350 (standard); EUR 500 (employer‑covered). - Lower Primary (5–7 years): Application fee: EUR 500 (standard); EUR 750 (employer‑covered). Re‑enrollment fee: EUR 350 (standard); EUR 500 (employer‑covered). - Upper Primary (8–12 years): Application fee: EUR 500 (standard); EUR 750 (employer‑covered). Re‑enrollment fee: EUR 350 (standard); EUR 500 (employer‑covered). - Middle School (11–14 years): Application fee: EUR 500 (standard); EUR 750 (employer‑covered). Re‑enrollment fee: EUR 350 (standard); EUR 500 (employer‑covered). Enrollment fees required to secure a place are non‑refundable. Annual tuition fees (per academic year) — standard and employer‑covered rates - Pre‑School (2–3 y/o): EUR 12,500 (standard); EUR 18,000 (employer‑covered). - Early Years (3–4 y/o): EUR 15,000 (standard); EUR 19,500 (employer‑covered). - Lower Primary (5–7 y/o): EUR 17,500 (standard); EUR 23,000 (employer‑covered). - Upper Primary (8–12 y/o): EUR 19,000 (standard); EUR 25,500 (employer‑covered). - Middle School (11–14 y/o): EUR 23,000 (standard); EUR 28,500 (employer‑covered). How fees are billed and per‑term amounts - The school issues one invoice for the annual fees before the start of the school year; this invoice is broken down to include tuition plus any chosen options (languages, bus, uniforms, trips, SEN). Payment may be made either as a single full payment or in two equal instalments (due before the start of school in September and in January). When the two‑instalment option is used, each instalment equals 50% of the annual tuition. - For families joining after September, the school uses a single‑payment approach with term percentages applied to the annual tuition for late arrival: First term (Sept–Dec) = 100% of annual tuition; Second term (Jan–Mar) = 60% of annual tuition; Third term (Apr–Jun) = 40% of annual tuition. Development fee - Development fee (one‑time): EUR 2,500 (standard); EUR 7,500 (employer‑covered). This fee is charged for campus development and school‑wide programmes. The development fee is non‑refundable. Cantine (lunch) fee - Cantine (organic lunches and snacks) is charged annually. Typical cantine charge shown: EUR 2,500 per year (standard). Lunch is not charged for children who bring a lunch box. Language support / EAL / additional learning support - FLE / EAL / LSS support fees (where applicable) are shown as a separate charge. Typical support charge shown: EUR 350 (standard); EUR 500 (employer‑covered). Availability and level of support are handled case‑by‑case. Optional extras and other recurring fees - Breakfast Club (Mon–Fri, 08:00–08:45): EUR 170 per term. - After‑school clubs (Mon–Fri, 16:00–17:00): EUR 170 per term. - Bus service (door‑to‑door): EUR 4,850 – EUR 9,850 per year depending on route and location. - Annual school trip (Primary & Middle School): EUR 750 per year (one trip per school year). - SEN (Special Educational Needs): additional charges apply on a case‑by‑case basis; a separate SEN Support Fees document sets out details. Refunds and early‑departure charges - Notice of departure must be given in writing at least 30 days in advance. Refunds for pupils leaving during the academic year are applied to the billed tuition (including bus service and SEN fees) as follows: departure by 31 December = 50% refund of billed tuition; departure by 31 March = 25% refund; departure after 1 April = no refund. Late payment, penalties and termination - Invoices are due according to the invoicing schedule. A 5% monthly interest charge applies to payments delayed by more than two weeks. If payments are delayed by more than one month, the school may terminate the schooling contract after written notice. Boarding - Boarding is not offered at this school; boarding fees are not applicable. Programmes are structured as Early Years, Primary and Middle School day provision. Payment methods and practical instructions - Payments are required in euros. Payment is made by bank transfer to the account details supplied on the school invoice. The school sends one annual invoice before the start of the school year; the invoice will itemise tuition and any selected options. Installment plans are available on request in accordance with the billing schedule. Other notes on costs - The school lists additional one‑time or programmatic charges such as application/re‑enrolment fees, development fee, cantine fee, language support and optional services (bus, clubs, trips). Special arrangements (scholarships or employer‑covered billing) are noted where employer‑covered rates are shown alongside standard rates. Installment plans and the SAVIO Education Scholarship may reduce the immediate fee burden for eligible families.
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House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is part of the Wi-School group.	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details 50% English–50% French curriculums for children aged 2 to 11 across four bilingual preschools in Paris and the Île-de-France region. The schools offer a Montessori-inspired environment and a bilingual immersion for preschool to elementary levels. The educational approach emphasizes a joyful, child-centered model that supports confidence, autonomy, well-being, and academic development. Extracurricular programs are provided in partnership with Pari Grandir to support modern families. The four campuses are Bim School Paris 15, Boulogne, Courbevoie, and Puteaux.	Curriculum details English National Curriculum integrated with the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) and the International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC) through a project-based, nature-based program, with daily bilingual English–French instruction.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio Maximum 11 students per class.
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression —
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 Beyond academics, our curriculum includes social-emotional learning, helping children develop self-confidence, adaptability, and collaboration skills as key foundations for their success.	Social & emotional learning The school guides students through a project-based approach integrated with the English National Curriculum that fosters critical thinking, collaboration, and a connection with nature. Through hands-on projects and daily activities in the forest, children learn and grow in confidence and develop essential skills for the future.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school provides a 50/50 English–French immersion with a dedicated team of native English- and French-speaking educators; a French as a Foreign Language (FLE) option is available for non-French-speaking children.	English as an additional language The school teaches in English and French.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing A joyful and serene bilingual learning environment supports emotional and social development, with a focus on cultivating confidence, autonomy, and well-being alongside academic achievement.	Mental wellbeing Nature-based, outdoor learning supports children's wellbeing and confidence.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school provides a safe, calm, and nurturing environment for children aged 2 to 11.	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Four bilingual campuses in the Paris area (Paris 15, Boulogne, Courbevoie, Puteaux). The schools are small to mid-sized, family-oriented institutions with a safe, calm, and nurturing environment. The campuses use Montessori-inspired settings for children aged 2 to 6 and continue Montessori principles into the elementary grades, offering a 50/50 bilingual English–French immersion. Class sizes are small to enable individualized pace and attention, with native English- and French-speaking educators. On-site extracurricular activities and services support busy families.	Facilities overview Located within the boundary of the historic Foret de Marly, Forest International School Paris offers a campus with indoor facilities and expansive outdoor spaces for nature-based learning. Facilities include an indoor heated swimming pool for swimming lessons (April–November), large Forest & Gardens for outdoor/nature-based learning, a library with books in English, French and Dutch, and Smart Classrooms with interactive whiteboards and computers.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities Indoor Swimming Pool (heated) for swimming lessons from April to November.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Montessori principles guide the classrooms across campuses, with a bilingual 50/50 immersion and a curriculum aligned with national and international standards. A dedicated team of educators includes Montessori-certified staff and bilingual instructors who implement active learning in small groups, enabling personalized support. In preschool, activities including early literacy and language development are conducted in both languages; in elementary, students engage with all subjects in both languages, often through cross-disciplinary projects, with a French as a Foreign Language option for non-French-speaking children. Beyond academics, social-emotional learning is included in the curriculum.	Academic facilities Library with books in English, French and Dutch; Smart Classrooms with interactive whiteboards and computers.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities On-site bilingual extracurricular programs are provided in partnership with Pari Grandir, and include Happy Mercredi – Wednesday Clubs (art, yoga, theater, music, science), Holiday Camps, English Club, The Little Scientists, After-School (4:30 to 7:00), and Theater games and improv. All activities take place on-site.	Extra curricular facilities Holiday Camps are offered, including Spring Camp (20–24 April 2026) for ages 4–12 (2–4 year olds are open to Forest International School Paris students) and Summer Camp with outdoor activities and swimming, with weekly sessions in July and August 2026.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Bim School is part of the Wi-School group. Wi School, Beautiful Minds, La Caravelle, and Les Petits Crayons are becoming Bim School. The Bim School network operates four bilingual campuses in the Île-de-France region: Paris 15, Boulogne, Courbevoie, and Puteaux. The schools provide a 50/50 English–French bilingual immersion from preschool through elementary, with Montessori-inspired environments and a diverse teaching staff.	History Forest International School Paris has been operating since 2003. It is a private bilingual school in Mareil-Marly, in the western Paris area. It has been part of the Forest School movement for over twenty years, with forest-based learning and daily forest activities. The school serves students aged 2 to 14 and maintains small class sizes, with a maximum of 11 students per class. It teaches the English National Curriculum and integrates IPC and IMYC frameworks, and has been recognized as a 5-Star Rated school by The Good Schools Guide since 2003.
Community	Community Daily outdoor adventures are included across age groups with daily park visits. Educational field trips include museum visits, agrobranche and nature explorations, and access to gymnasiums and swimming pools. Festivals build community with Halloween, Chinese New Year, Carnaval, Valentine's Day and other cultural festivities, Scene ouverte performances, parents' breakfasts and open houses, and student-led decorations.	Community Forest International School Paris has an international community that celebrates different cultures to foster a sense of belonging. An Open Day is scheduled for Saturday, 11 April 2026 from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM. Summer and Holiday Camps are open to all children aged 2-14 and include forest exploration, a swimming pool, arts and crafts, and a bilingual environment.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association Parent platform - Ecole futée is available for BIM School campuses to connect with families.	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Bim School provides bilingual extracurricular programs with Pari-Grandir. The Little Scientists explore rocks, chemistry, electricity, ecology, and related topics through hands-on activities. English Club offers total-immersion workshops led by English-speaking teachers, with a focus on fun. After-School 4.30 to 7.00 features bilingual workshops and activities.	Academic & intellectual The school uses a project-based approach integrated with the English National Curriculum, complemented by IPC and IMYC to foster critical thinking and collaboration. Daily forest-based learning supports hands-on projects and real-world problem solving in a natural setting. Class sizes are small, with a maximum of 11 students per class, enabling personalized instruction. The program is rooted in the Forest School movement, emphasizing exploration, independence, and hands-on learning in nature.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Happy Mercredi provides a bilingual cultural & artistic program with art, yoga, theater, music, and science. Theater activities include games and improv to help children communicate and explore roles. The program is delivered by French- and English-speaking supervisors.	Arts & creative Holiday Camps feature arts, crafts and creative projects for ages 2-12. The Summer Camp offers a rich mix of outdoor activities, pool time, and forest time to inspire creativity and active exploration. The campus has a library and other facilities that support creative learning.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Pari-Grandir is part of the extracurricular ecosystem, and the school offers a bilingual cultural & artistic program and English Club, with supervision by French- and English-speaking staff.	Cultural & language Bilingual education runs daily in English and French, building strong language skills. The school celebrates diverse cultures to foster a sense of belonging within its international community. Accreditations include Education Nationale, Pearson, Eco School, and Savio.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Happy Mercredi runs Wednesday Clubs 8.00 to 7.00, offering bilingual activities including art, yoga, theater, music, and science. After-School 4.30 to 7.00 provides a bilingual English-language workshop option. Holiday Camps 8.00 to 7.00 offer themed activities during vacations.	Social & hobbies Holiday Camps are open to all children aged 2-12 with outdoor adventures. Spring Camp (April 20-24, 2026) offers nature-based activities with daily hours 10:00–16:00. Summer Camp runs weekly sessions with outdoor activities, swimming pool access, and forest time.
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Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Yoga is part of the Happy Mercredi program, supporting wellbeing within the bilingual cultural & artistic activities.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Nature-based learning and time in the forest support wellbeing, curiosity, and confidence. The campus features a covered heated swimming pool and other facilities, supporting year-round physical activity and wellness.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Languages taught are English and French. The bilingual program uses a 50/50 English-French model for preschool and elementary levels (ages 2 to 11). The campuses emphasize a bilingual, multicultural environment.	Language provision English is the language of instruction under the English National Curriculum (Pearson iPrimary). French is taught as part of the bilingual program. The library contains books in English, French, and Dutch.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school provides bilingual primary education with a 50% English and 50% French curriculum. It serves children aged 2 to 11 across four campuses in Paris and Île-de-France. Some campuses follow Montessori pedagogy as part of the program.	Bilingual teaching The school runs a bilingual program in English and French. It follows the English National Curriculum (Pearson iPrimary).
Immersion programs	Immersion programs Paris 15 offers a Montessori-inspired environment with a 50/50 bilingual immersion in English and French for children from 2 to 11. The immersion model emphasizes equal use of both languages in daily learning. Across Paris and Île-de-France, the schools use a 50/50 bilingual curriculum.	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards The Good Schools Guide – 5-Star Rated
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions To join our international community, follow these steps: 1. Complete the information form to receive detailed information and join Open House Days; 2) The school will contact you to schedule an individual meeting at one of our schools or via video call for families outside Paris; 3) Finalize your application by uploading the required documents to your family portal and processing the registration fee deposit payment; 4) The school will review your application and inform you of the decision: acceptance, waitinglist placement, or rejection (with the deposit refunded if applicable).	Admissions The school accepts year-round applications. The admissions process includes submitting your inquiry, scheduling a tour, applying with the required documentation, and acceptance, with a dedicated admissions team member guiding you through the process. The school does not operate waiting lists; contact the school to check availability. The age range is Early Years (2 years) to Middle School (up to 15 years), with no birthday cut-off date.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships The SAVIO Education Scholarship provides tuition remission based on eligibility and application. Installment plans are available upon request. Payment plans and scholarships are available based on financial assessment.
Waitlist	Waitlist Waiting list placement is a possible outcome of the admissions decision.	Waitlist The school does not operate waiting lists; contact the school to check availability.
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