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British Curriculum International Schools in Paris, France

Compare 21 British Curriculum international schools in Paris, France. Filter by curriculum, fees (average EUR 15,183), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
21
Curricula
15
Average annual fee
EUR 15,790
Fee range
EUR 1,987 – 34,065
More school facts
Most common curriculum
French Curriculum (17 schools)
Average school size
336 pupils
Largest by enrolment
The British School of Paris - Senior Campus
Oldest
Lycée International - British Section (1952)
About international schools in Paris, France

British-curriculum international schools around Paris typically follow the English National Curriculum and progress pupils through Key Stages to Cambridge IGCSE (or equivalent) at 16 and A-Levels (or, in a few cases, the IB diploma) in the Sixth Form. Instruction is English-medium but schools usually provide strong French language tuition, English-as-an-additional-language support and a number offer bilingual or dual-track arrangements with French programmes. Annual tuition for British-pattern schools in the Paris region commonly sits in the mid-five-figure range in euros, with significant additional costs for transport, lunches and some compulsory trips, so families should budget accordingly. Admissions mostly target September entry; places are limited in popular year groups and schools expect applications and assessment visits well before the academic year starts, so early contact with admissions is advised.

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FAQs for France

Which examinations and qualifications do British schools in Paris usually offer?
Most follow the National Curriculum for England leading to IGCSEs at about age 16 and A-Levels in the Sixth Form, which are the usual routes to UK and many international universities. A small number of British-style schools or hybrid programmes may also offer the International Baccalaureate or other exit qualifications, so check each school’s senior-school options.
What language provision can we expect for a child whose home language is not English?
Teaching is predominantly in English but nearly all schools include French as a core subject and provide English-as-an-additional-language (EAL) support for newcomers. Some institutions run bilingual streams or partner with French bilingual sections (for example via the local lycée international model), which can be useful for families who want strong French alongside the British curriculum.
How much do these schools typically cost and what extras should we budget for?
Published annual tuition for British-curriculum schools in the greater Paris area frequently falls in the mid-teens to high-thousands or into the €20,000 - €38,000+ band depending on age and school, with the oldest secondary places often at the upper end. Expect additional charges for transport (many schools run paid bus services), school meals, examination entries, residential trips and occasional capital or enrolment levies, so factor those into your total cost.
When should we apply and how do admissions usually work?
Most British schools recruit for September entry and open their application windows in the autumn before the year of entry; schools typically use written or in-person assessments and an interview or meeting for non-native English speakers. Offers are generally made following assessment windows (often between late autumn and spring) and popular year groups can fill quickly, so apply early and ask the admissions office about waiting lists and entry at other points in the year.
What ages and stages do British international schools in Paris cover?
Many provide a continuous 3 - 18 pathway from Early Years through primary, secondary and Sixth Form, allowing progression from early learning to A-Level study in the same setting. However, some British-curriculum options in Paris are primary-only or operate alongside French schools, so confirm the age range and senior-school provision when you enquire.
What should parents look for on a school visit?
Ask about English-language support, the scope and level of French tuition, class sizes, pastoral care and how the school prepares students for examinations and university applications. Also review inspection or accreditation reports, transport options and a sample timetable to judge how much curriculum time is given to core subjects, languages and extracurricular activities.