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International Schools in Los Angeles, United States

Compare 5 international schools in Los Angeles, United States. Filter by curriculum, fees (average USD 25,167), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
5
Curricula
8
Average annual fee
USD 25,167
Fee range
USD 15,600 – 42,010
More school facts
Most common curriculum
IB (DP) (2 schools)
Average school size
677 pupils
Largest by enrolment
International School of Los Angeles - Los Feliz Campus
Oldest
Le Lycée Français de Los Angeles (1964)
About international schools in Los Angeles, United States

Los Angeles’s international and bilingual schools are notable for mixing American college-preparatory programmes with internationally recognised curricula - especially the International Baccalaureate and a small but visible group that follow national systems (for example French bilingual schools) - and for active language immersion options. Spanish, Mandarin and French are widely offered across the city, alongside programmes in German, Japanese and Korean at some schools, reflecting the region’s multilingual population. Annual tuition varies widely: preschool and early-years programmes commonly fall in the low-to-mid-$20,000s, many K - 12 international schools sit in the mid-teens to mid-$30,000s on average for elementary levels, and a number of day schools charge in the $40,000 - $55,000 range at the upper end; families should also budget for deposits, activity fees and optional services. Admissions usually begin in the autumn for entry the following school year (preschool places often fill earliest), and international families should allow extra time to assemble translated records, immunisations and any visa paperwork.

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FAQs for United States

What curricula and qualifications will my child find at international schools in Los Angeles?
You will encounter a mix: the International Baccalaureate (IB) is common, some schools follow national systems (for example French curricula) and many independent schools teach a US college-preparatory programme that uses Advanced Placement (AP) courses or an American high-school diploma. Check each school’s programme map to confirm which years are covered (some offer the full PYP/MYP/DP IB continuum while others offer only the diploma years) and whether language instruction is delivered as immersion or as a standalone subject.
How much should we expect to pay and what extra costs should we budget for?
Annual tuition varies considerably across Los Angeles private and international schools, from preschool programmes in the low-to-mid-$20,000s to some day schools charging well into the $40,000s or more for upper grades. Beyond published tuition, budget for application or enrolment deposits, annual fees, school lunches, uniforms, extracurricular trips, technology charges and optional transport or extended-day care; many schools also offer financial aid or sibling discounts, but availability and eligibility differ.
When should we start the admissions process and how competitive is entry?
Begin researching and visiting schools at least nine to twelve months before your intended start date, because most schools open applications in the autumn for entry the following academic year and preschools often fill earliest. Admissions processes vary by school but commonly include an application form, records and references, language or readiness assessments, and an interview or visit; some schools operate rolling admissions or have mid-year places, so speak to admissions offices about deadlines and waitlists.
If we are moving from abroad, do children need a visa to attend a Los Angeles private school?
If your child is not already a US resident, many private schools can accept international pupils but visa requirements depend on the family’s immigration status and whether the pupil will be on a long-term student visa. For full-time enrolment, non-resident students generally need an appropriate visa (for example an F-1) and the school must be authorised to issue the supporting I-20 documents, so coordinate early with the school’s international student office to confirm procedures and timelines.
What practical factors should we compare when choosing between international schools in Los Angeles?
Compare the languages and depth of instruction, the exact curriculum and how it aligns with your home system or university plans, teacher and pastoral support for multilingual learners, accreditation and inspection status, and how the school handles transfers and external exams. Also weigh logistics such as commute time (Los Angeles traffic can make travel long), available school transport or carpool networks, before- and after-school care, and the cost-of-living impact on extras like trips and tuition increases.