SEN International Schools in Bordeaux, France

Last updated 13 July 2026

About international schools in Bordeaux, France

Bordeaux’s international-school scene is compact and centred on bilingual French - English provision alongside a small number of schools offering international curricula such as the International Baccalaureate or British IGCSE/A-level pathways. Many schools aim to serve both transient expatriate families and local French parents seeking bilingual education, so you will commonly find immersive or dual-stream teaching and a strong emphasis on learning French as well as English. Fees for private international schools in the city typically start in the low thousands of euros for nursery and rise with year group, with recent published schedules from local private schools showing early-years tuition around €7 - 9k and senior-school fees that can exceed €15k per year. Admissions follow the French school year pattern with the main intake in September, though several schools offer rolling places during the year; expect language assessments, school reports and vaccination/ID documents as part of any application. Relocating families should budget time to visit, check transport options (schools are spread between central Bordeaux and nearby suburbs), and consider whether they need a bilingual or an English-medium pathway depending on how long they plan to stay in France.

Compare 2 SEN / Special Education international schools in Bordeaux, France. Filter by curriculum, fees (average EUR 9,919), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 2 schools · avg fee EUR 9,919

Schools listed: 2
Curricula: 4
Average annual fee: EUR 9,919
Fee range: EUR 7,875 – 12,170
Most common curriculum: French Curriculum (2 schools)
Oldest: Bordeaux International School (1987)

Bordeaux International School

Cambridge IGCSE, French Curriculum · Ages 3 to 18

€8,290 - 12,170

Ages 3 to 18 years

Cambridge IGCSE, French Curriculum

Instructs in English and French

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Ermitage International School Bordeaux

IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Bespoke Curriculum · Ages 2 to 18

€7,875 - 11,340

Ages 2 to 18 years

IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Bespoke Curriculum, French Curriculum

Instructs in French and English

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FAQs for France

What kinds of curricula and qualifications will my child find in Bordeaux’s international schools?

You will commonly find bilingual French - English programmes and schools that teach one of the established international curricula. Options in the city include the International Baccalaureate continuum (PYP/MYP/DP) and British qualifications such as IGCSE and A-level in some private schools, while other providers deliver the French national curriculum with an international or bilingual section.

How much do international schools in Bordeaux typically cost?

Tuition varies by school and by age: recent published fee schedules from local private international schools show early-years tuition in the region of €7,000 - 9,000 per year and secondary fees that can rise above €15,000 annually. Expect additional one-off charges such as registration, capital or enrolment fees, and costs for extras like school lunches, transport and extracurricular activities.

When should we start the application process?

The main intake is in September, so families targeting the start of the school year should begin enquiries and the application process six to twelve months in advance where possible. Many schools also accept rolling admissions for places that become available during the year; regardless of timing, have recent school reports, identification, immunisation records and any assessment results ready to speed up enrolment.

Will my non-French child be supported to learn French?

Yes - most international and bilingual schools in Bordeaux include structured French learning and, in bilingual streams, use both French and English as languages of instruction. Schools vary in how intensive their French provision is, so ask about language immersion, specialist support for non-French speakers and how progress is assessed before you enrol.

Are there public options with an international focus in the Bordeaux area?

Yes, the regional education authority operates international sections in some public schools and lycées that lead to the French international baccalaureate option; these are intended to combine the French national curriculum with advanced instruction in a foreign language. Places in public international sections are limited and allocated according to local rules, so families should contact the local académie or individual schools early to understand eligibility and application procedures.