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International Schools in Côte d'Azur, France

Compare 5 international schools in Côte d'Azur, France. Filter by curriculum, fees (average EUR 28,503), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
5
Curricula
13
Average annual fee
EUR 28,503
Fee range
EUR 9,300 – 41,000
More school facts
Most common curriculum
Cambridge IGCSE (3 schools)
Average school size
240 pupils
Largest by enrolment
International School of Nice
Oldest
International School of Nice (1987)
With boarding
1
About international schools in Côte d'Azur, France

The Côte d’Azur’s international schools sit alongside a strong network of French state ‘sections internationales’, so families can choose between fee-paying private schools that teach primarily in English or bilingually and free public schools that offer an international section inside the French national system. Curricula on the coast commonly include the International Baccalaureate (PYP/MYP/DP), the English National Curriculum through British-style schools, bilingual/francophone schools and Montessori settings, while public colleges and lycées run international sections that feed into the French baccalauréat (including the Baccalauréat Français International). Published tuition for private international schools on the Riviera in the 2026 - 27 schedules ranges broadly from around €10,000 a year at smaller bilingual or Montessori schools to about €26,000 a year at full-fee international campuses, while state international sections charge only modest parent-association or registration fees. Admission for private schools centres on a September intake (many operate rolling admissions too and use assessments, interviews and deposits), whereas public sections follow a fixed winter application and spring testing calendar set by the Académie de Nice, so families planning a move should check deadlines, transport options and language support well before arrival.

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FAQs for France

What curricula will my child find on the Côte d’Azur?
You will encounter a mix: several private schools offer the IB continuum (PYP/MYP/DP) or a British programme leading to IGCSEs/A-Levels, while other schools teach bilingual French - English programmes or follow Montessori approaches at primary level. In parallel, French public colleges and lycées host recognised section internationales that deliver the French curriculum with an additional language-of-section pathway culminating in the Baccalauréat Français International (BFI).
How much do international schools on the Riviera cost?
Private international schools on the Côte d’Azur publish annual tuition that typically ranges from about €10,000 to €26,000 depending on age and programme, and most charge one-off registration or excellence funds on top of tuition. Expect extra costs for lunches, school buses, uniforms, exams and optional activities; some schools offer sibling discounts or payment plans. By contrast, state ‘sections internationales’ are state-funded and free of standard tuition, though parents commonly pay modest association or administrative fees.
When should I apply and how do admissions work?
Most private international schools advertise a principal September intake and may accept later admissions on a rolling basis if places are available; applications usually require forms, an application fee, an assessment or interview and a deposit to secure a place. Public section internationale admissions in the Académie de Nice follow a formal annual cycle with online registration in winter and selection tests in March, with offers notified in spring, so families moving to the area should plan months ahead and watch the academy calendar.
Are there free or lower-cost international options locally?
Yes - the French state runs sections internationales inside regular schools, which are free of tuition and admit by competitive tests; these provide bilingual pathways without private-school fees, though places are limited and selection is required. Local municipal or parents’ associations may collect modest contributions for activities or transport, so it’s sensible to budget for those extras even when tuition is not charged.
What languages are used and how much French will my child need?
Many schools on the Riviera are bilingual French - English or primarily English with strong French lessons, and public sections offer a named language of section such as English, Italian, Arabic, Chinese, Portuguese or Russian depending on the site. For admission to state sections or to follow the French curriculum, a working level of French or demonstrated language ability is usually required, while private schools typically offer English-language entry with English as an additional language (EAL) support where needed.
What should relocating parents look for when comparing schools?
Compare curriculum and accreditation (IB authorisation, British or international accreditations), the school’s language policy and EAL/SEN support, age ranges and the pathway to secondary qualifications, plus practical matters such as transport, school day hours, extracurricular provision and university counselling. Visit in person where possible, ask for recent inspection or accreditation reports and written details of fees and refund policies so you can compare total costs and transition arrangements before you commit.