Cours Molière vs EIB Trocadero

	C Cours Molière Paris, France	E EIB Trocadero Paris, France
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €11,400 - 12,825	Fees / year €10,401 - 15,600
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 11 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, French Curriculum	Curriculum French Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English, French	Instruction language French, English
Opened	Opened 1926	Opened 2025
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The school operates in Paris, France, with two campuses: Campus Soult at 2 boulevard Soult, 75012 Paris; Campus Montmorency at 24 rue de Montmorency, 75003 Paris.	Location Near the Trocadéro, Paris 16e arrondissement. Address: 43 Rue Decamps, 75116 Paris.
Stages	Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, High School	Stages Maternelle and Élémentaire (Nursery through CM2).
School type	School type International private school	School type Private secular bilingual school.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support The school utilizes smaller class sizes and lower student-to-teacher ratios to provide individual attention tailored to the needs of each student. For children who require extra assistance adapting to the dual-language system, a structured French language support plan can be implemented starting in Year 2 (CP).
Country affiliation	Country affiliation France and the United States (Franco-American curriculum)	Country affiliation EIB Trocadéro does not maintain an official affiliation with any single foreign country.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation The school is a secular and non-confessional institution with no religious affiliation.
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure Open from 8:30; classes start at 9:00; day ends at 16:30; doors close at 17:00.
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details The official school website does not outline a dedicated school bus or shuttle service for the EIB Trocadéro campus.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / Registration fee - A registration payment is required to confirm a place. The school's registration documents show a registration check of €3,000 required at enrollment; another published tuition note references a registration payment of €2,500 for an alternate payment option. Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts and common optional services) - Kindergarten (Soult campus) - One-time annual payment: €12,350. - Annual total if using the 3-installment option: €13,000. - Lunch: €2,000 (annual). - Educational daycare / after-school (16:30–18:00): €2,000 (annual). - Optional "Bilingual Wednesdays" program (11:30–18:00): €3,500 (annual). - Primary (Soult campus) - One-time annual payment: €12,350. - Annual total if using the 3-installment option: €13,000. - Lunch: €2,000 (annual). - Supervised study / after-school (16:30–18:00): €2,000 (annual). - Optional "Bilingual Wednesdays" program (11:30–18:00): €3,500 (annual). - Middle School (Montmorency campus) - One-time annual payment: €12,825. - Annual total if using the 3-installment option: €13,500. - Lunch box (note: applies to certain grades): €1,000 (annual). - Study hall / supervised study (17:00–18:00): €1,000 (annual) as stated in the school's enrollment document. - High School (Montmorency campus) - One-time annual payment: €12,825. - Annual total if using the 3-installment option: €13,500. - No standard half‑board or study‑hall rates are listed for High School in the published enrollment form; the school notes that enrollment in the High School Diploma (dual-diploma) program may incur additional fees. Billing schedule and payment terms - Method 1 (single payment): One-time payment due before September 1st; paying in one instalment qualifies for a 5% reduction on the tuition amount. - Method 2 (registration deposit + instalments): A registration check (the enrollment documents state €3,000) is required at registration and the remaining amounts are collected across scheduled payments (the enrollment documents list payment dates as August 15, November 15 and February 15). Registration is definitive only after the school receives the registration payment. Registrants are required to pay for the entire school year even in case of cancellation. Boarding - The school does not publish boarding (full‑board) services or boarding fees. Published fees refer to lunch / half‑board or lunch‑box options and after‑school study; no residential boarding fee schedule is provided. Other costs and recurring extras - Uniform: the school provides a coat‑uniform for pupils, but no purchase price is listed in the enrollment documents. - School supplies and back‑to‑school packs are referenced in the school's materials (separate supply lists exist); individual supply costs are not listed in the fee tables. - Optional programs and their annual fees found in enrollment materials: - Bilingual Wednesdays (Kindergarten & Primary): €3,500 per year. - Middle‑school lunch box: €1,000 per year. - After‑school study / daycare (varies by level): €1,000–€2,000 per year as listed above by level. Refund policy and cancellation - Enrollment is confirmed when the registration payment is received. The school's enrollment documents state that registrants must pay for the entire school year even in the case of cancellation, indicating that tuition for the year remains payable after cancellation. Fee payment options / accepted instruments - The published enrollment documents specify the payment process using checks (the registration/check amounts and scheduled check dates are listed). No credit‑card or bank‑transfer payment instructions are specified in the published fee documents. Brief notes about items not fully specified in published materials - The published documents give the annual totals for each level and list payment dates and the registration check amount, but do not itemize the per‑installment monetary breakdown for the three‑installment option (i.e., exact amounts for each scheduled instalment are not shown). - There is an inconsistency between two published statements regarding the registration payment: some published notes reference a registration payment of €2,500 for an alternate payment option while the enrollment forms state a registration check of €3,000. Additionally, one published summary shows a supervised‑study fee of €2,000 for certain levels while the detailed enrollment form lists a study‑hall fee of €1,000 for Middle School; these discrepancies appear between the tuition summary and the enrollment PDFs. These points are taken from the school's published tuition summary and from the level‑specific enrollment documents. End of fee overview	Fee details Application and enrolment fees - Application (frais de dossier) for new pupils: EUR 300. - Registration fee (frais d'inscription) for the 2026/27 school year: EUR 1,800 (non‑refundable). - Excellence Fund (one‑off contribution paid on enrolment): EUR 300. Tuition fees (per term and annual) – 2026/27 - Nursery (PS half day): EUR 3,467 per term; EUR 10,401 per year. - Maternelle (nursery/full early years): EUR 4,854 per term; EUR 14,562 per year. - Elementary (Élémentaire): EUR 5,200 per term; EUR 15,600 per year. - Insurance and medical file (assurance et dossier médical): EUR 15 + EUR 16 (one‑off charges). Optional and additional recurring services (2026/27) - Language reinforcement class (Classe de renforcement en langue): EUR 917 per term; EUR 2,750 per year (optional when prescribed/selected). - School meals / demi‑pension (cantine): 5 days – EUR 997 per term; EUR 2,991 per year. 4 days – EUR 798 per term; EUR 2,394 per year. Lunch‑box options: 4 days – EUR 460 per term; EUR 1,380 per year. 5 days – EUR 565 per term; EUR 1,695 per year. The midday catering service is invoiced separately from tuition and is mandatory until the end of the school year. - Uniform items (mandatory from Petite Section to CM2; sport pack mandatory from CP): apron/tablier EUR 44; pullover/cardigan EUR 54; sport pack EUR 98. Other fees and charges - Re‑registration deposit (acompte) for the following year: EUR 1,750 (deducted from first‑term invoice). - Transfer fees between EIB schools (tests and interviews included): EUR 800 (applies to transfers to some EIB primary/middle sites). - For foreign bank transfers or SEPA from non‑French banks, any bank charges are payable by the payer. Billing schedule and payment terms - Invoicing: annual billing for compulsory tuition (paid by term); separate invoices for optional services each term; annual invoices for extra‑curricular activities. Term dates used for billing: 1 September–30 November (1st trimester); 1 December–28 February (2nd trimester); 1 March–3 July (3rd trimester). - Payment methods accepted: SEPA direct debit; bank transfer; card payment (American Express not accepted); cheque. Cash is not accepted. SEPA direct debit is preferred from French accounts but can be set up from eligible European accounts per SEPA rules. For SEPA, families can choose 1 instalment (first week of October), 3 instalments (first week of October, January and March), or 9 monthly instalments (first week of October to first week of June) — a EUR 75 annual fee is added if choosing 9 monthly instalments. Re‑registration deposits may be collected automatically if SEPA was chosen. For rejected direct debits or cheques, fixed handling fees apply. Late payment, penalties and collection fees - Late penalties: interest at the legal rate plus two percentage points and a contractual late penalty equal to 10% of the unpaid invoice will apply automatically. Collection fees are charged by stage (first and second reminders free; third reminder/mise en demeure EUR 25; command to bailiff EUR 450). A fixed fee for failed direct debit/cheque is EUR 100. Non‑payment can lead to suspension of direct debits and the immediate exigibility of all sums due and may lead to exclusion and contract termination. Refunds and cancellation - Application (frais de dossier) and registration (frais d'inscription) fees are non‑refundable. The first‑term tuition payment paid as an enrolment deposit is non‑refundable except when the school is informed of the cancellation by registered letter within 15 calendar days following the date of the pupil's admission; in that case the deposit may be refunded. If cancellation occurs after that 15‑day window, amounts paid at enrolment are not refunded. The catering (cantine) fees are not refundable in case of pupil absence for any reason. If a pupil leaves during the school year, any started trimester remains due in full; optional fees are billed pro rata. Certain re‑registration deposits may be refundable in specific cases (for example, school‑driven orientation to another EIB teaching offer, refusal of redoublement decided by the school, or parental transfer outside Île‑de‑France before defined deadlines) subject to the contractual conditions in the school's financial regulations.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Coat-uniform is provided by the school for all students. Preschool and Primary wear a blouse provided at the start of the year; CE2 may choose between a blouse or a blazer; CM1-CM2 wear a navy blazer purchased by parents before the year starts. Blouses and blazers are labeled with the student's name; sportswear is not permitted outside PE.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options On-site meals are provided with rotating sample menus and seasonal produce; special menus are offered throughout the year, and Sodexo provides the service.	Food options —
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Private international school in Paris. Founding member of the Fédération Nationale de l'Enseignement Privé (F.N.E.P).	Governance and ownership Private, secular bilingual school network. The EIB Paris group comprises eight schools in Paris and is part of Globeducate.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Cours Molière offers an international education in Paris with a complete and balanced Franco-American curriculum. The program enables each student to master two languages, with personalized support and innovative teaching methods tailored to a modern, international education. The environment is caring and fosters curiosity and the development of each student's potential. Founded in 1926, the school has welcomed around 17,000 students. The school operates on two campuses: Campus Soult for preschool and primary (2 boulevard Soult, 75012 Paris) and Campus Montmorency for middle and high school (24 rue de Montmorency, 75003 Paris).	Curriculum details EIB Trocadéro combines the French Ministry of National Education curriculum with a fully bilingual programme in English and French. All curriculum concepts are taught in both languages. Mathematics is taught using the Singapore method in both French and English from Nursery to Year 6. Lessons are 50% English and 50% French, and the school day runs every day including Wednesday mornings. The school serves Nursery through CM2 (Year 6).
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results 100% success rate in the Brevet des Collèges and the French Baccalauréat.
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 Cours Molière fosters social and emotional development in a caring environment. Kindness, trust, and mutual support guide daily interactions. Personalized support helps each student grow at their own pace and reach their potential. The school cultivates an international community with over 35 nationalities represented, supporting empathy and global citizenship. Through dynamic bilingual instruction and individualized guidance, students develop curiosity, confidence, and resilience.	Social & emotional learning Safeguarding and wellbeing are central to the school's approach. The safeguarding framework includes clear child-protection policies, designated safeguarding leads, and protocols for alerting and coordinating with authorities. Prevention is a core focus; staff are regularly trained to recognise signs of vulnerability, malaise, or violence, and to foster an environment where students feel safe to share concerns, with emphasis on respect, diversity, inclusion and responsible behavior. Age-appropriate workshops and programs help students understand their rights, know how to seek help, recognise inappropriate conduct, and practise safe digital behaviours. Safeguarding is a shared responsibility involving families, teachers, and staff across the community, ensuring physical, emotional, and psychological safety for all students.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language Cours Molière welcomes English-speaking students and integrates them into the French national programme through dedicated language support. From preschool, 50% of teaching staff are native English speakers or bilinguals, and English is used throughout the day in all activities. From CP to CM2, instruction is bilingual (65% French – 35% English). Cambridge English programs begin in primary and lead to an iGCSE at the end of middle school. In high school, students can pursue a second diploma, the American High School Diploma, completed in English. Specialized care for non-francophone children is offered; English classes are based on proficiency levels, with French classes taught by a specialist.	English as an additional language The school operates a bilingual French–English program, with half of the instruction in English (50% English) and immersion classes in elementary. English language learning begins early, with students starting English from age 3.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The school emphasizes kindness, trust, and mutual support in all interactions. It supports personal growth with individualized guidance and innovative teaching. The environment is international and inclusive, helping students feel valued as they develop curiosity and confidence. The goal is to foster well-being by combining academic challenge with a supportive, caring community.	Mental wellbeing The safeguarding framework prioritises the mental wellbeing of students, promoting a climate of listening and safety that supports emotional and psychological security for every learner.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding Safeguarding is a top priority, with rigorous procedures, designated safeguarding leads, clear child-protection policies, and coordination with authorities. The program emphasises prevention, ongoing staff training, and engagement of families and partners to maintain a vigilant, safe school community.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The school operates on two campuses in Paris: Campus Soult (Preschool and Primary) at 2 boulevard Soult, 75012 Paris, and Campus Montmorency (Middle School and High School) at 24 rue de Montmorency, 75003 Paris. It welcomes students from 35 nationalities and provides a bilingual English–French environment. English language instruction accounts for more than 50% of the week and follows the English National Curriculum. Classes are small, with about 15 students per class. The school was established in 1926 and is a member of ELSA France. Lunch is provided in the cafeteria, daily daycare is available, and meals are supervised by staff.	Facilities overview —
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Sport is held in the stadium next to Campus Soult on Wednesdays.	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities English language instruction accounts for more than 50% of the week and follows the English National Curriculum. Cambridge Young Learners Exams and Key English Test are part of the program; English is taught with a mix of native English-speaking and other teachers. Classes are small, with about 15 students each.	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Cultural and educational outings are organized, including visits to museums such as the Louvre and Centre Pompidou and theatre visits. On Wednesdays, Cultures & Langues offers a wide range of activities; the program includes singing, art workshops, museum visits, and other experiences that complement studies.	Extra curricular facilities Throughout the year, EIB Paris offers a wide range of extracurricular activities accessible to enrolled and non-enrolled students: artistic, sports, cultural workshops and more. During school holidays, our holiday camps welcome children in a stimulating and secure environment, in French and English.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Cours Molière was founded in 1926 in Paris's 12th arrondissement by Madame Suzanne Ange8le Albertine Decrouez, a former Parisian primary school teacher. She opened a small private primary school on Avenue Daumesnil, and in 1935 the school moved to larger premises on Avenue du Ge9ne9ral Michel Bizot. From the early years, Cours Moli8re welcomed pupils from Paris and the neighbouring town of Saint-Mande9, establishing a reputation for academic seriousness and openness to languages. Today the school operates two campuses—Soult in Paris 12 and Montmorency in Paris 3—with the senior school in the Marais, and it welcomes both French and international students from more than 35 nationalities, offering a complete Franco-American curriculum with bilingual instruction and personalized language support. The school has welcomed more than 17,000 students over its history.	History EIB Trocadéro is part of the EIB Paris network of private bilingual schools, which comprises eight campuses in Paris and the west of Paris. Since 1954, EIB private bilingual schools have educated about 3,000 students from more than 70 nationalities. EIB Trocadéro opened in September 2025, located in Paris's 16th arrondissement near the Trocadéro, and welcomes students from Nursery to CM2. The school provides a bilingual program with 50% of classes in English and 50% in French. After completing primary education at EIB Trocadéro, students may continue at one of the group's bilingual middle schools, either EIB Monceau or EIB de la Jonchère.
Community	Community The school operates two campuses in Paris: Soult (Paris 12) and Montmorency (Paris 3), with the senior school located in the Marais and the historic roots in eastern Paris. More than 35 nationalities are represented within the school community. The Headmasters welcome describes an environment with high-quality programs, stimulating activities, and individualized support, and emphasizes the essential link between school, parents, and students in forming a supportive community. Values include kindness, personalized support, an international environment, and innovative teaching.	Community EIB Paris schools offer a multicultural, multilingual environment from day one. The network provides extracurricular activities throughout the year, including arts, sports, and cultural workshops, with bilingual holiday camps during school breaks. These activities are available to both enrolled and non-enrolled students, fostering community involvement and cultural openness. The network also shares news and events about all EIB Paris schools.
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Art Workshops: Singing, theatre, music, and visual arts workshops offered in English or French give children a space for authentic expression. They enrich vocabulary, improve pronunciation, and enable language use in a creative and spontaneous context. They also support oral confidence, a key pillar in bilingual development. These activities extend language immersion into real-world contexts.	Academic & intellectual The school's activity program allows students to develop their talents across intellectual, creative, athletic, and cultural domains. Coding and Robotics are offered for Grande Section to CM2. A Computer Workshop is offered for CE2 to CM2, and Chess is taught in French or English from Grande Section to CM2. Full schedule and pricing are available on Eduka.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Art Workshops: Singing, theatre, music, and visual arts workshops are offered in English or French to provide authentic expression. They promote creativity and language use in a creative, expressive context. They support oral confidence as part of bilingual development.	Arts & creative The school offers Cultural Workshops including Musical Awakening for Petite Section and Moyenne Section. Arts & Crafts in English run from Grande Section to CE1. Instrument Lessons run from Moyenne Section to CM2, and Drama is offered from CE1 to CM2. Unique & Creative Workshops include Eco-friendly DIY (Brico Ecolo) and Cooking Workshop.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Cultural Outings: Museums, exhibitions, performances, sensory experiences, and educational walks provide direct immersion in real-world contexts. They encourage meaningful language use and deepen cultural awareness. A language immersion program offers a unique experience to learn a language and discover a new culture.	Cultural & language English-language arts and crafts workshops are offered as part of the cultural activities. Chess is taught in French or English from Grande Section to CM2. Wednesday Activities include Happy Wednesday for Maternelle and French Mercredi for ÉLémentaire, with Manga and Fun Science. Study Sessions include English Homework Support and French Homework Support from CE1 to CM2, plus Evening Study.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Sports Activities: They encourage natural interaction and language learning through movement. They help learners follow instructions, cooperate, and demonstrate teamwork in the target language. These activities foster language fluency in social and recreational settings.	Social & hobbies Wednesday Activities offer social and recreational options across age groups. Happy Wednesday runs from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM for Maternelle and includes playtime, quiet time, and sports activities. French Mercredi runs from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM for Élémentaire and includes Manga and Fun Science. Full schedule and pricing are available on Eduka.
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Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Sports Activities promote physical fitness and teamwork, supporting students' wellbeing. Lunchtime is a time for conviviality, sharing and learning, with seasonal menus offered throughout the year and prepared with seasonal produce; meals are delivered to the school and served on site by Sodexo. On Wednesdays, children can stay at school until 6:00 p.m. to enjoy enriching extracurricular activities.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Vacation camps run during school holidays in French and English. They provide a stimulating and secure environment for children. The year-round after-school activities include artistic, sporting, and cultural options.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision The school teaches in English and French. English immersion begins in nursery and continues through primary, with bilingual instruction across the campuses.	Language provision Lessons are taught in French and English on an equal basis. The French curriculum is enhanced in every subject, while the English curriculum leads students toward bilingualism. By the end of elementary school, students master the entire French Ministry of Education curriculum in both English and French.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching Bilingual Immersion from nursery school. The French core curriculum is taught alongside English language development starting in nursery and continued through the primary cycle. The program aims to produce students who are fluent in both French and English through ongoing bilingual instruction.	Bilingual teaching The school combines the French Ministry of National Education curriculum with a fully bilingual programme, offering an equal split of classes in English and French. Beginning in preschool, students are immersed equally in English and French, with 50% of the weekly schedule dedicated to each language.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs Language immersion program. A bilingual immersion experience starting in nursery with English exposure and ongoing language development through primary. It offers a unique experience to learn a language and discover a new culture, and supports language skills, personal development, open-mindedness, and future professional opportunities.	Immersion programs Immersion begins in elementary, with 50% of classes taught in English and 50% in French.
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions The school has two campuses in Paris: Campus Soult at 2 boulevard Soult, 75012 Paris (Preschool and Primary) and Campus Montmorency at 24 rue de Montmorency, 75003 Paris (Middle School and High School). The Preschool and Primary programs are on Campus Soult, while Middle School and High School are on Campus Montmorency. The school is located in the heart of Paris and offers an international environment. The Franco-American curriculum is complete and balanced, providing an optimal environment for overall development. The program offers each student the opportunity to master two languages with personalized support and innovative teaching methods.	Admissions 1. Applications for Nursery to Year 6 are accepted all year round, depending on available places. Registration for the 2025-2026 school year remains open. Families can begin the admissions process by submitting an application, and a member of the admissions team will contact you after submission. 2. To apply for a place, fill out the application form on this page; a member of the admissions team will get in touch. The general terms of service and fees for 2025-2026 are available at the bottom of this page. The application fee is 300€ and the registration fee is 1650€, non-refundable. 3. For the 2026-2027 school year, registration is open and the same process applies; you can apply by filling out the form and the admissions team will contact you. The application fee remains 300€ and the registration fee is 1800€. 4. You can also book a visit to see the school before applying; booking is available via the Book a Visit link on the admissions page. 5. The application process and fees for 2025/2026 and 2026/2027 are detailed in downloadable documents on the page. 6. The enrolment process for the following year can begin in October, with November being particularly popular; last available places are often allocated from January onwards. 7. Do children need to take an assessment to enter EIB Trocadéro? A meeting with the head of school is essential, and depending on the child's academic background, an assessment may be proposed. 8. EIB Trocadéro supports mid-year arrival with a structured onboarding and personalised support by the teaching team.
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