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French Curriculum International Schools in Paris, France

Compare 49 French Curriculum international schools in Paris, France. Filter by curriculum, fees (average EUR 12,546), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
49
Curricula
15
Average annual fee
EUR 12,748
Fee range
EUR 1,987 – 46,800
More school facts
Most common curriculum
French Curriculum (49 schools)
Average school size
692 pupils
Largest by enrolment
École Jeannine Manuel - Paris
Oldest
Collége Sévigné - Secondary Campus (1880)
With boarding
2
About international schools in Paris, France

French-curriculum international schools in Paris teach the French national programme under the supervision of the French Ministry of Education while many also run bilingual tracks or formally recognised international sections that increase teaching in English or other languages; since 2022 the international option for the French baccalauréat has been reorganised as the Baccalauréat Français International (BFI). Fees vary widely with smaller private or state-associated international sections charging in the low thousands of euros per year and full-fee private institutions commonly charging several thousand to tens of thousands of euros annually, so expect mid-range annual tuition to fall between lower four-figure sums and the mid five-figure range depending on age and services. Admissions commonly follow the school year cycle (places are allocated for the rentrée in September) but many schools accept applications year-round for mid-year vacancies; language assessments and review of transcripts are typical parts of the process. Parents relocating to Paris should be ready with school reports, ID and residence documentation, and to consider language support and childcare options while they settle in.

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How does a French-curriculum international school differ from an English-medium international school?
French-curriculum international schools follow the national French curriculum and use French as the primary language of instruction while often adding enhanced teaching hours in one or more foreign languages through bilingual tracks or official international sections; these sections add subject teaching in the section language alongside the French programme.
What qualifications do students work towards and at what ages?
Pupils progress through maternelle (early years), primaire (primary), collège (lower secondary) and lycée (upper secondary), finishing in most cases with the French Baccalauréat or the Baccalauréat Français International (BFI) where a bilingual/international option is taken; some schools also offer parallel international qualifications such as the International Baccalaureate.
What are typical fees and what extras should families budget for?
Annual tuition varies by school and age but can range from a few thousand euros to several tens of thousands; many relocating families will see mid-range fees in the low-to-mid five-figure euro range at established private schools. Expect additional charges for registration or capital fees, lunches, school trips, specialist support, transport and exam-related costs, and check each school’s published fee schedule and payment terms.
When should I apply and what does the admissions process usually involve?
Families normally apply several months before the September start (the rentrée) but applications are also accepted throughout the year for vacancies; the process typically includes submission of previous school reports, an interview and entry assessments or language testing to determine the right class and any learning support needs.
What should I look for when comparing French-curriculum international schools in Paris?
Compare how closely each school follows the French national curriculum and whether it offers recognised international options (such as BFI or an international section), the language support available for non-French speakers, the school’s approach to pastoral care and inclusion, accreditation or links with the French state or international networks, and the total cost including extras rather than tuition alone.