EIB de La Jonchère vs Ermitage International School Paris

	E EIB de La Jonchère Paris, France	E Ermitage International School Paris Paris, France
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €13,845 - 17,145	Fees / year €6,963 - 46,800
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP), French Curriculum	Curriculum French Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language French, English	Instruction language English, French
Opened	Opened 2017	Opened 1941
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The EIB de La Jonchère is located in Bougival, Yvelines (78). The campus sits on 4.9 acres of attractive grounds set in a forest, with a main campus address at Chemin du Mur du Parc, 78380 Bougival, and an entrance at Sente de Bournival, 78170 La Celle-Saint-Cloud. It is about 30 minutes from central Paris.	Location Maisons-Laffitte, Île-de-France, France. 46 Avenue Eglé, 78600 Maisons-Laffitte, France. Nestled on a leafy campus in the historic town of Maisons-Laffitte, about 20 minutes by train from Paris.
Stages	Stages Nursery - Grade 9 (ages 3-15); bilingual program with 50% of teaching in English and 50% in French	Stages Pre-K through high school (Pre-K, Primary, Collège, Lycée). IB and French bilingual curriculum.
School type	School type Private bilingual school	School type International day and boarding school offering IB and French bilingual programmes.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix More than 35 nationalities represented.	Pupil nationality mix 26 nationalities represented; 14 languages spoken.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support Additional Diverse Learning Needs Support: Fees shared according to school assessment of student needs. English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme available (English / French / Spanish / Mandarin).
Country affiliation	Country affiliation France	Country affiliation France
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure Open Monday to Friday from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM; Wednesdays 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM; after-school activities until 6:00 PM	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and enrolment fees - Application (frais de dossier, new applicants): EUR 300. - Registration fee (frais d'inscription, new applicants): EUR 1,650. - Excellence fund on first enrolment (Fonds d'excellence, new applicants): EUR 1,650. Tuition fees (per trimester and annual by year group) - Maternelle and Primary (per trimester): EUR 4,515; annual total: EUR 13,545. - Immersion class (CE1, CE2, CM1, CM2) (per trimester): EUR 5,450; annual total: EUR 16,350. (Immersion tuition does not combine with the standard primary tuition.) - Collège (per trimester): EUR 5,450; annual total: EUR 16,350. - Reduction: 25% discount applies to the tuition for the third child enrolled (applies to tuition only; not cumulative with employer coverage). Canteen / lunch options (per trimester and annual) - Demi‑pension (canteen) 5 days (per trimester): EUR 978; annual total: EUR 2,934. - Demi‑pension 4 days (per trimester): EUR 783; annual total: EUR 2,349. - Lunch box (supervised lunch / use of facilities) (per trimester): EUR 440; annual total: EUR 1,320. Other compulsory and one‑off costs - School insurance: EUR 15. - Medical file fee (dossier médical): EUR 16. - Annual excellence fund for continuing students: EUR 300 (except for new pupils where a different amount applies). - Uniform (mandatory from Petite Section to 3ème): - Tablier: EUR 44. - Sweater / Cardigan: EUR 54. - Sports pack (from CP): EUR 98. - New‑entry starter pack and manuals are billed during the year (price set annually). Optional services and their costs (annual figures where given) - Door‑to‑door shuttle (annual): - < 10 km: EUR 7,530. - 10–14 km: EUR 8,211. - ≥ 15 km: EUR 9,051. - School trips: costs of longer school trips are charged separately to families; shorter daily trips are included in certain fees as stated by the school. Boarding - No boarding (residential) fees are listed; the school operates as a day school. Billing schedule and payment terms - Academic year is billed on an annual basis for tuition, with trimester dates defined as follows: 1st trimester: 1 September – 30 November; 2nd trimester: 1 December – 28 February; 3rd trimester: 1 March – 3 July. Trimesters are used for optional service invoicing. - Re‑registration: an advance (acompte) of EUR 1,750 is required at re‑registration; this amount is deducted from the first term invoice. - Payment methods accepted: SEPA direct debit, bank transfer, or card payment (American Express is not accepted). Cash is not accepted. - Payment schedules offered: - Single annual payment (single debit in the first week of October). - Three instalments (first week of October, January and March). - Nine monthly instalments (first week of October to first week of June) — a processing fee of EUR 75 is added for the monthly option. - Invoices: tuition is generally invoiced annually; optional fees are invoiced by trimester; extracurricular activities and transport have their own invoicing cadence as specified by the school. - Non‑payment and penalties: late payment triggers default interest (legal rate plus two points) and a late‑payment penalty of 10% of the unpaid invoice. Collection fees are applied for successive reminders (first and second reminders free, third reminder EUR 25, enforcement order EUR 450). Fees for unpaid direct debit or cheque are EUR 100. Non‑payment may result in exclusion from class and immediate exigibility of all outstanding sums. Refunds, cancellation and early‑departure terms - Application and registration fees are non‑refundable. The enrolment deposit (first‑term tuition paid as an advance) may be refunded only if the school receives written cancellation by registered letter within 15 calendar days following the date of final admission; after that period the amounts paid at registration are not refundable. - Early departure during the school year: any started trimester remains fully payable. Optional fees are billed pro rata where applicable. Requests to change canteen/lunch box status during the year must follow the school's stated calendar and administrative process. Other administrative fees and inter‑EIB transfer costs - Transfer fees to other EIB primary or secondary sites (testing and interview included): EUR 800 (charged at re‑registration in February). (End of fee summary.)	Fee details Application & New‑student Fees - Bilingual Primary (New students): Application Fee: EUR 300. Enrollment Fee: EUR 600. - Bilingual Collège & Lycée (New students): Application Fee: EUR 300. Enrollment Fee: EUR 600. - International Primary & IB (New students): Application Fee: EUR 500. Development Fee (one‑off): EUR 3,500. Annual Tuition — Bilingual (day students) - Lower School (Pre‑K and Primary, Petite Section to CM2): EUR 7,500 per year. Mandatory Français Langue Étrangère support (where required): EUR 1,550 per year. Security Fee: EUR 150 per family (degressive for second/third child). - Collège (6ème, 5ème, 4ème): EUR 7,600 per year. Security Fee: EUR 150 per family. - Collège/Lycée (3ème, 2nde): EUR 7,600 per year. Security Fee: EUR 150 per family. - Lycée (1ère, Terminale — French Baccalauréat): EUR 8,300 per year. Security Fee: EUR 150 per family. Annual Tuition — Bilingual Boarding (includes tuition, room & board) - 5‑Day Boarding (Collège 6ème–4ème): EUR 26,900 per year. 7‑Day Boarding: EUR 39,050 per year. - 5‑Day Boarding (Collège/Lycée 3ème–2nde): EUR 26,950 per year. 7‑Day Boarding: EUR 39,200 per year. - 5‑Day Boarding (Lycée 1ère–Terminale): EUR 28,500 per year. 7‑Day Boarding: EUR 39,900 per year. - Boarding mandatory ancillary charges where applicable: Expense Account for 7‑day boarders: EUR 2,000; New student visa process fee (7‑day boarders): EUR 1,200; Returning student visa renewal: EUR 1,000; Damage deposit (boarding house): EUR 1,000. Security Fee: EUR 150 per family (degressive). Annual Tuition — International School (IPP, IB MYP & DP) - International Primary Programme (IPP, Grades 1–5): EUR 16,200 per year. Security Fee: EUR 150 per family. Application Fee: EUR 500. Development Fee: EUR 3,500. - IB MYP 1–3 (Day students): EUR 24,950 per year. IB MYP 4–5 (Day students): EUR 27,900 per year. IB DP 1–2 (Day students): EUR 28,950 per year. Security Fee: EUR 150 per family. Additional English or learning‑support fees may apply. Application Fee: EUR 500. Development Fee: EUR 3,500. IB Boarding (includes tuition, room & board) - IB MYP 1–3: 5‑Day Boarding EUR 42,700 per year; 7‑Day Boarding EUR 49,750 per year. - IB MYP 4–5: 5‑Day Boarding EUR 45,600 per year; 7‑Day Boarding EUR 52,700 per year. - IB DP 1–2: 5‑Day Boarding EUR 46,800 per year; 7‑Day Boarding EUR 53,900 per year. - Boarding ancillary charges and deposits (as above): Expense Account EUR 2,000 (7‑day boarders), Visa process fee EUR 1,200 (new boarders where applicable), Returning student visa renewal EUR 1,000, Damage deposit EUR 1,000. Security Fee: EUR 150 per family (degressive). Student Life Options, Meals & Day‑care (examples and current reference fees) - Hot lunch (Lower School, 4 days): EUR 1,826 per year; Hot lunch (Lower School, 5 days): EUR 2,075 per year. Collège/Lycée hot lunch (4 days): EUR 2,041; (5 days): EUR 2,320. Lunch‑box option: EUR 873 per year. Some lunch fees on the published documents reference the 2025–2026 fees and note that 2026–2027 lunch fees will be announced. - Lower School day care (2025–2026 reference figures): Morning only EUR 958; Afternoon only EUR 1,308; Morning & Afternoon EUR 2,039. - IPP school lunch (2025–2026 reference): EUR 2,075 per year. IB MYP & DP lunch (2025–2026 reference): EUR 2,320 per year. Other Mandatory & Typical Additional Costs - Security Fee (per family): EUR 150 (reduced to EUR 100 for second enrolled child; no charge for third child). - Additional English Support (EAL) where required: Intensive EUR 4,500; Enhancement EUR 950 (assessment‑based). - DP online Pamoja course (per course): EUR 1,200 (with DPC agreement). DP external self‑taught Language A: fee paid externally. DP2 exam fees example: EUR 1,100. - Textbooks & supplies (examples): MYP textbooks approx. EUR 300; DP textbooks approx. EUR 500; exercise books & supplies approx. EUR 100. Uniform (MYP example): approx. EUR 200. Optional paid extra‑curricular activities: approximately EUR 500 per semester per activity (most ECAs provided without charge; some are paid). Residential trip deposits and trip costs vary (examples: MYP residential trip EUR 500–1,200 with EUR 250 deposit; ski trip approx. EUR 1,300 with staged payments). Billing Schedule & Payment Terms (contractual highlights) - Once a school place offer is accepted, there is a 7‑day window to complete the contract and pay the tuition deposit and the enrollment fee. An Advance Tuition deposit is required to confirm enrollment or re‑enrollment. - The Advance Tuition deposit and application/development fees are non‑refundable except where expressly stated (Advance Tuition deposit is refundable only in the event of documented force majeure). After confirmation/enrollment, the full annual tuition is non‑refundable; the school may consider exceptional partial settlements only in demonstrated force majeure or compelling, documented circumstances. For a change from boarding to day student, the annual boarding fee remains due and no refund is considered for that year. - Specific trip payments, deposits and staged payment dates are set per activity (examples: several residential trip deposits of EUR 250 due by specified dates; ski trip staggered payments). Additional charges such as visa processing fees and damage deposits are due as stated in the boarding schedule. Refunds & Deposits - Application and enrollment/development fees are non‑refundable. The Advance Tuition deposit is only refundable in the event of documented force majeure; otherwise it is non‑refundable. If a student withdraws after confirming enrollment or during the school year, the full annual tuition is non‑refundable except in exceptional, documented circumstances. Unused funds from the boarding Expense Account are refunded to the family when the student stops boarding. Damage deposits are held as specified and refunded subject to terms. Fee Payment Options & Invoicing - Contracts and invoices set out deposit requirements and the payment schedule; parents are required to pay the tuition deposit and enrollment fee within the contractual window after an offer. For enquiries about invoicing or accepted payment methods, contact admissions@ermitage.fr or the school admissions team using the phone numbers provided on the school's admissions materials. Summary Notes (what is included in the published fees) - Annual tuition figures shown above cover the Ermitage curriculum and, for boarding packages, include tuition, room and board. Certain student life options, meals, day care, trips, additional language or learning support, visas, deposits and one‑off development or administrative fees are charged in addition to tuition as detailed above. Security fees are applied per family and are degressive for multiple children.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements 4 historic boarding houses; 5- to 7-day boarding options; residents aged 11 to 18; boarding students can enroll in any academic programme and are welcome on campus starting in Collège or IB MYP; located in Maisons-Laffitte, about 20 minutes by train from Paris; the Responsible Living Status (RLS) leadership programme encourages responsible enjoyment of surroundings; Boarding Parents accompany and care for students.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement Uniform is required; cost 150 €.
Food options	Food options —	Food options Day-Student Lunch Options: Cafeteria Hot Lunch 1,855 €; Supervised Lunch-Box MYP1-4 808 €; Lunch-Box MYP5, DP1-2 No charge.
House system	House system —	House system 4 historic boarding houses in Maisons-Laffitte.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Part of EIB Paris, a private, secular bilingual schools group. It is a UNESCO associated school.	Governance and ownership The school is part of the Ermitage Education Group, a network of five international schools; the group began in 1941 as a family-founded institution; it serves nearly 2,000 day and boarding students aged 3 to 18 and offers International Baccalaureate (IB), Cambridge IGCSEs, and French curriculum programmes.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Follows the French National Education curriculum with a bilingual structure where teaching is 50% in English and 50% in French. From preschool, students are immersed in both English and French, and the programme uses Anglo-Saxon teaching methods based on experimentation and group work. The curriculum includes interdisciplinary STEAM projects and integrates technology and robotics. Small classes support personalised attention, with a student-to-teacher ratio lower than the average French school.	Curriculum details The school has two programme tracks: French Bilingual Programmes and International Programmes. The French Bilingual Programmes are accredited by the Ministry of National Education from Pre-K to 12. The International Programmes are IB World School programmes with classes primarily in English, and the International Primary Programme begins in Grade 1 and continues through Grade 12 with IB Programmes.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Student-to-teacher ratio lower than the average French school.	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results The school has a 100% pass rate on the French Baccalaureate with honors. IB students are placed in their first-choice universities.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Fully bilingual students can choose between Francophone or Anglophone academic systems after their time at the school.	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Empathy and high standards guide EIB de La Jonchère's approach to learning. The school uses an active learning method that places the child at the heart of the learning process. It emphasizes values of respect, cooperation, and solidarity as core to daily life at school. The environment is warm and nurturing, supporting students' social and emotional development. The bilingual program fosters linguistic openness and cross-cultural understanding, contributing to students' social growth. The school believes in developing personal growth alongside academic achievement.	Social & emotional learning The school fosters empathy, compassion, and integrity among students and staff. It emphasizes leadership, teamwork, and mutual respect to prepare students to become engaged global citizens. It supports open-mindedness and curiosity, and encourages students to express their creativity and think critically. The IB and bilingual programmes situate social-emotional learning within diverse, international experiences and service opportunities.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) The school has an Inclusion Policy as part of IB Middle Years and Diploma Programme policies.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school offers a bilingual education with 50% of teaching in English and 50% in French. From Nursery onward, pupils follow a bilingual curriculum. The Language Integration Programme (LIP) supports non-French or non-English speaking pupils entering primary levels. A homeroom class is established where students study in their dominant language for 13 hours a week. Additional language reinforcement is provided in small groups to support transition to the non-dominant language. Language progress is assessed against CEFR, and, if appropriate, a Personalized Plan for Educational Success (PPRE) can be used. Extra-curricular activities and language camps provide additional language practice.	English as an additional language Classes are primarily in English, and Ermitage is an IB World School with an English-language curriculum. The school offers bilingual or 100% English-speaking education for students aged 3 to 18.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The well-being of the learner is a focus within the Language Integration Programme. The LIP includes elements designed to foster socialisation and a sense of belonging, with regular parent–teacher information and evaluation meetings to monitor progress and address difficulties. The language learning approach uses engaging activities (singing, games, art, theatre, and culture) to support emotional comfort and motivation. The program also emphasizes a cultural transition and human experience, aiding students' comfort and inclusion within the school community.	Mental wellbeing Wellbeing is a central focus; learning values physical, emotional and social health to help students and staff feel safe and supported, build self-esteem, resilience and ambition.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding The Ermitage Team ensures students are happy and safe in and outside of the classroom.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Set on 4.9 acres of attractive grounds with modern facilities, the EIB de La Jonchère campus opened in 2017. Each classroom is equipped with an interactive whiteboard for dynamic learning, and small class sizes ensure individual attention. The campus sits on a lush 5-acre site located in the forest in the Yvelines region. The school maintains a bilingual English–French environment to support its learning program.	Facilities overview Ermitage Paris sits on a historic campus in Maisons-Laffitte, set within a green park space. The campus spans 740 acres of green park space and includes five classroom sites, each with character. There are four boarding houses in historic French homes. The campus is about 20 minutes by train from Paris, providing a safe, welcoming environment for study and community life.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities Equestrian facilities are a key feature of the campus, with premium stables and riding facilities. Jumping Maisons-Laffitte includes a 100m x 50m competition arena, a 35m x 70m relaxation arena, a 60m x 20m dressage arena, a 70m x 40m grass working arena, and a cross-country obstacle. Stables provide space for 60+ horses and an 800 m² indoor arena. In addition to equestrian facilities, Ermitage offers a broad sports programme including football, badminton, basketball, volleyball, swimming, golf, table tennis and more.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities An education program aligned with the French National Education system, with 50% of teaching in English and 50% in French. Immerses children from preschool equally in English and French, with half of the weekly schedule taught in English. Follows the French curriculum, enhanced with Anglo-Saxon teaching methods based on experimentation and group work, enabling fully bilingual students to choose between Francophone or Anglophone academic pathways. A focus on small classes with a low student-to-teacher ratio and personalized support. Innovation is central, with new technologies and robotics integrated through interdisciplinary STEAM projects. The team comprises around thirty native French and English teachers. EIB is UNESCO associated.	Academic facilities Five classroom sites, each with character. The campus supports both French bilingual and IB programmes. The school is accredited by the French Ministry of National Education from Pre-K to 12th grade. The IB and French bilingual pathways are delivered on campus in historic buildings.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities A wide range of extracurricular activities is offered daily after classes until 6:00 PM.	Extra curricular facilities Extracurricular activities are a core part of the Ermitage experience. Ermitage Academy offers language, sports and creative activities every Wednesday for CE1 to CM2, with language classes also open to non-Enrollee students. After-school sessions provide academic support or sporting activities, and lunchtime activities include dance, judo, cooking, sewing or music. Kids Club operates Wednesday afternoons with a tailored programme for younger students. Older students can join clubs such as chess, the 24 Club, Kangaroo Club, and Model United Nations (MUN), along with Round Square in Action (RSIA). A broad Sport for Everyone programme provides opportunities across football, badminton, basketball, volleyball, horse riding, dance, athletics, swimming, golf, table tennis and more.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History EIB de La Jonchère offers a bilingual education for children ages 3 to 14, located about 30 minutes from central Paris in the Yvelines region. The school follows the Ministry of National Education programs and provides 50% of teaching in English and 50% in French. EIB Paris is a group of private secular bilingual schools with eight campuses in the capital and the west. Founded in 1954, EIB focuses on early learning of English from age 3. The EIB Paris network serves more than 3,000 students from more than 70 nationalities.	History Ermitage was founded in 1941 by Anne-Marie Thommeret during WWII; the first school was destroyed by Allied bombing targeting the railroad, and students relocated within Maisons-Laffitte. In the 1980s, under Christopher Hunter, bilingual education and internationalism were established, offering a French curriculum with enhanced English instruction. The International Option of the French Baccalaureate began in 2003, and Round Square membership followed in 2005; the IB Diploma Programme was introduced in 2009. By 2012, the school achieved a 100% pass rate on the French Bac and the IB DP, and in 2020 earned 24 IBO distinctions following the second IB evaluation. In 2019, ownership changed to Laffitte Education and Benjamin Hunter became Head of School, continuing the school's international focus.
Community	Community EIB de La Jonchère is part of EIB Paris, a group of private secular bilingual schools with eight campuses in Paris and the west. The group surrounds students with a multicultural, multilingual environment from day one. The network offers a wide range of after-school activities and bilingual holiday camps throughout the year. The group serves students from more than 70 nationalities across the network.	Community Ermitage is a close-knit community that includes parents, teachers, management, and current and former students, with mutual aid and informational resources such as the Amicale Parents Association. Members participate in community events throughout the school year, including a Christmas market, Halloween, International Day, prom, a dance contest, and the IB graduation ceremony. The community also supports students via a Buddy System and an Orientation Program to welcome new students, and uses tools like ManageBac and EcoleDirecte to stay connected. Alumni stay connected through reunions and anniversary celebrations, with Round Square opportunities offering international trips, student exchanges and service projects.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The APEIB's purpose is to assist EIB de la Jonchère with school events, community projects and communications. The association organizes events to bring families and the school community together, including a welcome breakfast, Christmas market and end-of-year fair. It introduces students to different cultures throughout the year, including Thanksgiving, Chinese New Year and International Day. It reinforces students' social commitment through solidarity actions, such as food drives and fundraising. It also organizes events for the student community, including Halloween, sports day and prom night, and smaller projects like bake sales, Chandeleur, Easter egg hunts and holiday crafts, reflecting the bilingual school's vibrant culture.	Parent teacher association The Amicale Parents Association serves the Ermitage community by providing mutual aid and informational resources to families. It organizes many festive events throughout the year and helps coordinate welcoming activities for new families (e.g., Welcome Picnic and Parents' BBQ). Parents participate in parent-student conferences and can act as ambassadors for new families. The association supports the school's community by distributing resources, coordinating with school administration, and fostering a sense of belonging among families. Alumni and parents stay connected through the Amicale via reunions and networking opportunities, and the association collaborates with Round Square activities when appropriate.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Coding & Robotics is offered from Grande Section to CM2. Lego and Chess are offered from Grande Section to CM2. In Middle School, Coding & Robotics, Chess, and Math Games are offered. World Knowledge and General Knowledge are available as Cultural Workshops.	Academic & intellectual Extracurricular activities are a bubble of discovery where students explore, create, and grow beyond the classroom. They nurture curiosity, teamwork, and personal reflection while offering balanced opportunities for study, sports, arts, and community engagement. For younger students, every Wednesday Ermitage Academy provides foreign language classes, sports, and creative activities, with language classes also open to non-enrolled students. Revision courses are offered during school holidays to support learning.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Cultural Workshops include Musical Awakening, Music Training, General Knowledge, Buzz Crew, and Arts & Crafts. Unique & Creative Workshops include Circus Arts, Magic, and Filmmaking. Piano Workshop is offered for Grande Section to CM2. Wednesdays offer Creative Wednesday for Kindergarten and Primary.	Arts & creative Lunchtime activities include dance, judo, cooking, sewing, and music lessons. Ermitage Kids Club opens on Wednesday afternoons with a tailor-made program for CP to CM2, featuring creative, artistic and sporting activities. The extracurricular program provides a range of creative outlets across the school to engage students in the arts.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The school provides 50% English and 50% French instruction. English Passerelle and Language Integration Program (LIP) are available. External students can join English classes from 14:00 to 16:00, using Cambridge English Preparation materials and exchanges with British correspondents. Manga, World Knowledge, and Visual & Digital Arts are among the cultural workshops offered.	Cultural & language Foreign language classes are held on Wednesdays for CE1 to CM2, and language classes are open to students who are not enrolled at Ermitage. The Pre-K and Primary programs offer a truly bilingual environment in French and English. The Round Square in Action programme and the MUN club promote international understanding and cultural exchange.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Wednesday Creative and Wednesday Sports are scheduled for Kindergarten to Primary. Piano Workshop runs for Grande Section to CM2. Bilingual Childcare is available for Petite Section to CM2. After-school care is available for enrolled students.	Social & hobbies Middle school students can join the chess club, the 24 Club with the aim of opening up to voluntary work, and the Kangaroo Club to prepare for this competition. The MUN club provides a United Nations simulation that develops diplomacy and public speaking. Students have access to a variety of clubs and activities that support social engagement and personal interests.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service Round Square in Action (RSIA) is a programme that encourages values-based activities such as community service, leadership, democracy, environmental responsibility and international understanding, achievable through sporting, artistic or service activities. The RSIA programme is supported by partnerships with local and international organisations to enable service opportunities. The 24 Club opens up voluntary work and community involvement for students.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Buzz Crew is a cultural workshop for CE1 to CM2. Filmmaking is offered for CM2. Piano Workshop is offered for Grande Section to CM2. Bilingual Childcare is available for Petite Section to CM2.	Leadership & professional RSIA encourages leadership and social responsibility through values-based activities. The MUN club develops diplomacy, public speaking, and an understanding of global issues. The 24 Club promotes involvement in voluntary work and community projects, fostering leadership skills among students.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Swimming is offered for Grande Section and CP. Aquagym is offered for CE2 to CM2. Team Sports are offered for Grande Section to CM2. Yoga is offered for Moyenne Section and Grande Section. Self-Defense is offered for CE2 to CM2, and Capoeira for CP to CM2.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Sport is a core value, with opportunities to participate in football, badminton, basketball, volleyball, horse riding, dance, athletics, swimming, golf, table tennis and more. Students aged 11 to 19 compete locally and in international contexts, including a Round Square basketball tournament in Denmark. Sports are integrated into lunch breaks and after-school programs to support physical health and well-being.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision The school follows the Ministry of National Education programmes and offers 50% English and 50% French instruction for children aged 3 to 14. The Language Integration Programme (LIP) is available for non-French or non-English-speaking pupils in CM1–CM2 (Grade 4–5).	Language provision English is the working language of instruction in the IB programmes at Ermitage, and French is the language of our host country. Students may also develop their Home Language. English Language Acquisition (EAL) support is available, including EAL Intensive or EAL Enhancement programs. In Pre-K to 12, the environment is bilingual in French and English.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school offers a bilingual education with a 50/50 split of English and French for children aged 3 to 14. The language of instruction alternates by day, with English on some days and French on others; on Wednesday mornings, students alternate weekly between English and French.	Bilingual teaching The school offers two programmes: the French Bilingual School and the International Programmes in English. The French Bilingual School provides instruction in French and English from Pre-K through Terminale (12th grade) and is accredited by the National Ministry of Education. The International Programme is an IB World School with classes primarily in English, starting with the International Primary Programme in Grade 1 through Grade 12. The school offers a choice between the two programmes.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs Immersion classes are offered in English or French for Years 3 to 6 (CE1 to CM2) to support language development. In Years 7 and 8 (6e and 5e), a dedicated programme strengthens English or French and aids integration into the bilingual curriculum.	Immersion programs Ermitage provides a bilingual environment in French and English across Pre-K to 12. Bilingual holiday camps for ages 4-11 offer total immersion in French and English. Bilingual summer camps near Paris offer immersion in French or English with daily language classes for ages 4-11 and 10-16. Activities are designed to immerse children in language through play, arts, sports and cooking.
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards Ermitage Paris ranked 3rd IB School in France (as claimed on the site).
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations The school is accredited by the Ministère de l'Éducation Nationale (French Ministry of National Education) from pre-kindergarten to 12th grade. The school is associated with NEASC Foundation Standards. The school is a member of Round Square, ECIS, and UNESCO associations.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions The school accepts and welcomes students year-round, subject to space availability.	Admissions 1. Inquire. Ermitage offers a diverse range of programs from pre-K to secondary school, which vary in language of instruction, pedagogy and tuition. Inquire to receive general information about the programs you would like to learn more about and to receive guidance in choosing the right path for your child. 2. Apply. When you submit an application for your child, you will be guided through the admissions process, step by step. There are two distinct diploma paths, each with their own application process, so choose the appropriate form. If you begin an application and later choose to consider a different program, this can be coordinated by the team. 3. Admissions procedure. Ermitage is selective and ensures it is right for each child. Admissions and Academic staff review each application before moving it forward. Following an initial review, the child may be invited to attend an interview, in person or online for convenience. Depending on the section, the child may be asked to sit level papers in certain subjects to determine the appropriate level and to verify that admissions criteria are met. 4. Responses. The International Primary Programme and the International Baccalaureate have rolling admissions and mid-year entries are possible. Offers are made throughout the year. For Primary, Middle School, and the Lycée, offers for PS and 6e are issued from October, with other grade offers issued after re-enrolment in January/February. After receiving a school place offer, there is a 7-day window to complete the contract and pay the tuition deposit and enrolment fee.
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