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Bilingual International School of Paris

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, French
Fees €13,800 - 21,800
Ages 3 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, French Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Taught languages English, French, Spanish
Strengths Languages, Performing Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Located in Paris's 15th arrondissement, Bilingual International School of Paris operates on a single, shared campus for Preschool through High School. The school serves about 32 nationalities and welcomes students aged 3 to 18. It offers a fully bilingual program with 50/50 instruction in English and French, taught by native speakers, across the French National Education framework and Cambridge International curricula (including Cambridge IGCSE and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE). Class sizes run around 12–14 students, with bilingual preschool and primary classrooms designed to develop dual-language proficiency from an early age. The Middle School emphasizes interdisciplinary projects and bilingual debates, while High School prepares students for international university study. After-school activities cover art, music, drama, and physical education, plus a weekly Wednesday Club focused on English language and Anglo-Saxon culture, and English Language Vacation Camps. The program blends strong language skills with analytical, project-based learning to enable global higher education opportunities.

61-63 Rue des Entrepreneurs, 75015 Paris, France

The Essentials

Bilingual International School of Paris has instruction in English, French.

Location

14 Rue Letellier, 75015 Paris, France. The campus is in the 15th arrondissement of Paris and is accessible by car, with several subway and bus stops nearby.

Stages

Preschool and Kindergarten; Primary School; Middle School; High School. We welcome children between 3 and 17 years of age.

Type

Bilingual international school; instruction in English and French; Cambridge Assessment International Education and Pearson Edexcel are represented.

Pupil Nationality Mix

32 nationalities are represented.

Country affiliation

France
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership

The school is an independent private school. It is non-religious.
Fees

Annual tuition at Bilingual International School of Paris ranges from EUR 13,800 to EUR 21,800 for 2026/27.

Application / Enrollment fee

- Enrollment fee (non-refundable): EUR 1,000.

Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts and equivalent per trimester)

- Nursery (Monday–Friday, 08:30–16:00): EUR 13,800 per year. Equivalent per trimester (annual ÷ 3): EUR 4,600.
- Pre-K (Monday–Friday, 08:30–16:00): EUR 14,800 per year. Equivalent per trimester: EUR 4,933.33.
- Kindergarten (Monday–Friday, 08:30–16:00): EUR 15,800 per year. Equivalent per trimester: EUR 5,266.67.
- Primary School (Monday–Friday, 08:30–16:30): EUR 16,800 per year. Equivalent per trimester: EUR 5,600.
- Middle School (Monday–Friday, 08:45–16:30): EUR 21,800 per year. Equivalent per trimester: EUR 7,266.67.
- High School (Monday–Friday, 08:45–16:30): EUR 21,800 per year. Equivalent per trimester: EUR 7,266.67.

School lunch and lunch box

- School lunch: EUR 595 per trimester (EUR 1,785 per year).
- Lunch box: EUR 245 per trimester (EUR 735 per year).

Wednesday Club (FLE option) — fees and session counts

- Full day (08:30–16:00): EUR 945 per trimester (11 sessions per trimester). EUR 2,355 per year (33 sessions).
- Half day (08:30–12:00 or 13:00–16:00): EUR 670 per trimester (11 sessions per trimester). EUR 1,300 per year (33 sessions).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- All tuition fees are quoted per academic year and are due in their entirety prior to the start of the school year. The school requires full payment before term start; no installment schedule is specified in the published fee information.

Boarding fees

- Not applicable: no boarding program or boarding fees are listed for the school; the school operates with day schedules for each year group.

Other costs and fees

- The published, itemized additional costs that are listed are the School Lunch and Lunch Box (per trimester) and the Wednesday Club (per trimester and per year). No separate mandatory boarding fee is listed.

Refund information

- The enrollment fee is non-refundable. The school is under no obligation to return payment or partial payments in the event of a change in plans or a mid-year departure.

Fee payment options

- For donations, accepted methods listed include check and bank wire transfer. (Payment methods for tuition are required in full prior to the start of the school year; specific tuition payment methods are not itemized in the published fee schedule.)
Academics

Bilingual International School of Paris teaches Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, French Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum

The school is 100% bilingual, serves children aged 3-17, and represents 32 nationalities. The program is fully bilingual with 50% English and 50% French instruction, delivered by native English and native French teachers. Preschool and Kindergarten are bilingual 50/50 with small classes of about 12 students. Primary School maintains 50/50 instruction with native-language instructors and daily use of both languages. Middle School emphasizes bilingual development through interdisciplinary projects and bilingual debates; High School serves ages 15-18 with preparation to join international universities.

Student Teacher Ratio

Small classes capped at 12-14 students.

Higher Education Progression

High school graduates are prepared to join international universities.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school supports physical and emotional development and fosters self-confidence and interpersonal skills within a safe and comfortable learning environment.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school is fully bilingual in English and French, with half of the day taught in English and half in French; instruction is delivered by native English-speaking and native French-speaking teachers. The school is 100% bilingual overall. English language courses include the Wednesday Club and English Language Vacation Camps.

Mental Wellbeing

The school supports mental wellbeing through a holistic, whole-child approach that includes emotional development and a safe, supportive environment, helping students build self-confidence and interpersonal skills.

Safeguarding

Children feel comfortable and safe and are listened to; the school emphasizes a safe and optimal learning environment.
Parent Experience

Community

Located in Paris's 15th arrondissement, BISP is a non-religious private school for children aged 3-14 offering Preschool, Primary and Middle School programs. The bilingual model provides 50% English and 50% French instruction, delivered by native English and native French teachers. The school represents a multicultural community with 32 nationalities represented. A wide range of after-school activities and language enrichment programs, including Wednesday Club and English vacation camps, complements the core program.
Facilities

Facilities Overview

The campus hosts Preschool, Primary School, Middle School and High School on the same premises in Paris's 15th arrondissement. The program is fully bilingual, with half the day in English and half in French, taught by native English- and native French-speaking teachers. The curricula follow the French National Education program and the Cambridge International program. Class sizes are small, with 12–14 students per class. After-school activities are offered to all students, including art, music and drama, and physical education.

Academic Facilities

Curriculum follows the French National Education program and Cambridge International program. Instruction is split 50/50 between English and French and is delivered by native English and native French teachers. The 100% bilingual environment supports proficiency in both languages. In middle school, interdisciplinary projects strengthen critical thinking and collaboration across disciplines in both languages. In high school, students aged 15 to 18 develop analytical, information-synthesis, and project-management skills to prepare for international university study.

Extra Curricular Facilities

All students have access to after-school activities. The program includes art, music and drama as well as physical education. A Wednesday Club provides weekly exposure to English language and Anglo-Saxon culture. English Language Vacation Camps run during school vacation periods.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

The Middle School program strengthens critical thinking and problem-solving in both English and French. Interdisciplinary projects cultivate intellectual autonomy, collaboration skills, and organized work. Students develop argumentation, debate, and confident presentation in both languages. In High School, students refine mastery of complex concepts through deep analysis, information synthesis, and project management, while developing leadership and entrepreneurial spirit.

Arts & Creative

After-school activities include Art. Music and Drama. Physical Education is part of the after-school activities. All students have access to these activities. The program provides opportunities to engage in visual and performing arts.

Cultural & Language

Students come from over 32 nationalities. The school is 100% bilingual, with 50/50 English and French instruction. English and French are used as languages of instruction and in daily interactions. Classes are taught by native English and native French-speaking teachers.

Leadership & Professional

High School students develop leadership through concrete initiatives. They develop an entrepreneurial spirit as part of their program. This leadership and entrepreneurship occur alongside building a strong academic profile for higher education.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Physical Education is included in the after-school activities offered to all students. After-school activities include Art, Music and Drama, and Physical Education. Participation in these activities supports well-being and active engagement.
Languages

Language Provision

English and French are the languages taught, with a bilingual curriculum. From Nursery through Middle School, instruction is delivered in both languages by native French- and English-speaking teachers. Supplementary English exposure opportunities include the Wednesday Club and English Language Vacation camps.

Bilingual Teaching

The school teaches in English and French. Preschool and Kindergarten Program offers a bilingual English-French curriculum from age 3. The Bilingual Middle School provides an international curriculum while remaining fully bilingual, taught by native French- and English-speaking teachers.

Immersion Programs

The school offers English-language exposure through a Wednesday Club program and English Language Vacation camps during school breaks.
Admissions

Admissions

1. If you wish to enroll your child at BISP, fill out the form at the bottom of the Admissions page. Once the completed contact form is received, the enrollment application for the requested grade level will be sent. Submit the completed enrollment application with the required supporting documentation: a completed application form; a copy of your child's birth certificate and a photocopy of their passport; a passport-sized photo of your child; a copy of your child's most recent progress report (if applicable); and a letter of recommendation from the child's most recent teacher (if applicable). You will receive a response from the admissions team within a few days.

2. Submit the completed enrollment application along with the required supporting documents. Include a completed application form; a copy of your child's birth certificate and a photocopy of their passport; a passport-sized photo; and a copy of your child's most recent progress report (if applicable). If applicable, include a letter of recommendation from your child's most recent teacher.

3. Tuition and fees for the 2026/2027 school year are published. Enrollment fee is 1,000 euros (non-refundable) and tuition is 13,800 euros for Nursery, 14,800 euros for Pre-K, 15,800 euros for Kindergarten, 16,800 euros for Primary, 21,800 euros for Middle School, and 21,800 euros for High School. Additional charges include School Lunch 595 euros per trimester, Lunch Box 245 euros per trimester, and Wednesday Club costs of 945 euros per trimester (2,355 euros per year) for full-day or 670 euros per trimester (1,300 euros per year) for half-day. All fees are due in full prior to the start of the school year and refunds are not provided for mid-year departures.
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