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École Montessori Internationale de Nice

France, Côte d'Azur

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, French
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 2 - 12 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2021
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, Montessori Curriculum
Taught languages English, French
Strengths Outdoor Education, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School
Introduction

École Montessori Internationale de Nice is an international Montessori school in France for ages 2 to 12. It teaches Montessori pedagogy across three age-based levels: The Children's Community (2–3), The Children's House (3–6), and The Elementary School (6–12). Each classroom is co-taught by two teachers, one English-speaking and one French-speaking, within a 100% bilingual framework. Cambridge English begins at age seven with an optional Cambridge certificate. All teachers are AMI graduates, and the school is a member of the Montessori France Association and the International Montessori Association. The Elementary School covers five great stories—The Creation of the Earth; Life of animals and plants; Human life; Language; Mathematics and Science—and extends geography, biology and ecology beyond the national curriculum. The living environment is a Belle Époque mansion (1900) with 1,500 m² of outdoor space supporting motor, sensory and cognitive development. Inclusive Class welcomes children with neurodevelopmental differences, staffed by AMI educators.

6 Bd Prince de Galles, 06000 Nice, France

The Essentials

École Montessori Internationale de Nice has instruction in English, French.

Location
6 boulevard Prince de Galles, 06000 Nice, France

Stages
The Children's Community (2-3 years); The Children's House (3-6 years); The Elementary School (6-12 years); The Inclusive Class

Type
International Montessori school

Additional learning support
Inclusive Class for children with neurodevelopmental difficulties (dys, ASD, ADHD)

Country affiliation
France; member of Montessori France Association and the International Montessori Association

School day structure
Opening hours: 8:15 a.m. – 5:45 p.m.; weekends closed
Diving Deeper

Food Options
Food and mealtimes are supervised; allergies and specific dietary treatments are observed by supervisory teams trained to provide first aid in emergencies.

Governance and Ownership
Nadia Hamidi is Founder and Director; Gérald Maradan is co-founder and managing partner and main investor. The school is a member of the Montessori France Association and the International Montessori Association.
Fees
Application / Registration fees

- Registration (one‑time) fee: EUR 700.

Tuition and compulsory annual charges (by year group)

- Nursery / Kindergarten (approx. ages 2–5): Total annual charge shown as EUR 12,000 per year.

- Primary (Grade 1 to Grade 6, ages 6–11/12): Total annual charge shown as EUR 13,000 per year.

- Example first‑year breakdown for a 2‑year‑old (illustrative of how the annual total is built):
- Registration (one‑time): EUR 700.
- Tuition (annual): EUR 11,500.
- Material fees (annual): EUR 500.
- TOTAL first year (example): EUR 12,700.

Per‑term detail

- Published fee material that I located gives annual amounts and one‑time charges; no published per‑term instalment amounts or a fixed per‑term breakdown was available in the fee summary I found. The figures above are presented as annual totals.

Other compulsory or commonly charged costs

- School meals (canteen): EUR 1,250 per year (listed as a separate charge).

- School bus (Monaco route): EUR 280 per year; (Nice route): EUR 150 per year.

- Wednesday care / enrichment options (annual): full Wednesday: EUR 2,300 per year; half‑day Wednesday: EUR 1,700 per year.

- Excellence fund (new registration): EUR 1,500 (one‑time contribution shown in the published fee notes).

- Private music classes: EUR 400–1,000 per year depending on instrument and level (optional, charged separately).

- Additional language courses (optional): EUR 600 per year (listed as an optional charge).

- Holiday / Kids Club activity fees (summer / spring / February programs): sample published weekly rates are approximately EUR 145–150 for a half‑day and EUR 285–300 for a full day (weekly rate; Kids Club sessions are charged separately from school tuition).

- Uniforms / school supplies: specific annual uniform or supply charges were not listed as fixed amounts in the fee summary I found; material fees are shown separately (see Material fees above).

Boarding / Residential provision and fees

- No boarding or residential fees are published for this school; the school is described and listed as serving ages 2–12 and is presented as a day school (no boarding provision shown).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The publicly available fee summary I located presents annual fees and one‑time charges but does not publish a detailed billing schedule (for example: the number of instalments, exact due dates, or late‑payment penalties) or specific payment timing in the material I found.

Refunds and cancellation

- No specific published refund policy or detailed cancellation/refund terms were included in the fee summary I located. Refund, deposit forfeiture, or cancellation terms were not provided in the publicly available fee notes I found.

Accepted payment methods (payment options)

- No definitive list of accepted payment methods (credit card, SEPA/bank transfer, direct debit, etc.) was published in the fee summary I located. The fee summary lists amounts and categories but does not publish the payment channels or the exact invoicing/payment mechanism.

Summary of what is published vs what is not published

- Published and available: registration fee (EUR 700), annual tuition totals by age/grade (EUR 12,000 for nursery/kindergarten; EUR 13,000 for primary), example first‑year breakdown (registration, tuition, material fees), and a set of common additional charges (meals, bus, Wednesday care, excellence fund, optional music/language fees). These figures are shown in the school fee summary I located for the current academic listings.

- Not published in the material I located: a detailed per‑term billing schedule, exact instalment dates, formal refund/cancellation policy text, and a published list of accepted payment methods. The school's public fee summary lists amounts and common optional charges but does not include those operational payment terms in the materials I found.

(If you require these omitted operational items—billing calendar, refund policy wording or accepted payment channels—those items are not present in the fee summary I located and would normally be confirmed with the school's admissions/finance office.)
Academics

École Montessori Internationale de Nice teaches Bespoke Curriculum, Montessori Curriculum for students aged 2 to 12.

Curriculum
Montessori pedagogy guides the program, with three age-based levels: The Children's Community (2–3), The Children's House (3–6), and The Elementary School (6–12). Each classroom is co-taught by two teachers, one English-speaking and one French-speaking, within a 100% bilingual framework; Cambridge English language learning begins at age 7 with an optional Cambridge certificate. The Elementary School uses five great stories—The Creation of the Earth; Life of animals and plants; Human life; Language; Mathematics and Science—and covers geography, biology, ecology and more beyond the national curriculum. All teachers are AMI graduates and the school is a member of the Montessori France Association and the International Montessori Association. The living environment includes a renovated Belle Époque building with 1,500 square meters of outdoor space designed to support motor, sensory and cognitive development. The Inclusive Class welcomes children with neurodevelopmental differences and is staffed by a specialized AMI educator.

Student Teacher Ratio
In The Children's Community (2–3 years) the ratio is 12 students per adult. In The Children's House (3–6) and The Elementary School (6–12), classes have two teachers for around 24–25 students, roughly 12–13 students per teacher. The Inclusive Class hosts 8 students with a specialized AMI educator.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school supports social and emotional development through Montessori pedagogy and neuroscience-informed practice to develop each child's cognitive, social and physical skills. The aim is for every child to become a free, confident, aware and responsible individual who can adapt to any environment. Living together is foundational to the pedagogy, with emphasis on self-respect and respect for others. The team includes AMI graduates who receive ongoing professional development in non-violent communication and other approaches to support children's well-being. The learning environments for the Children's Community and the Children's House promote self-confidence, concentration and autonomy, while inclusive settings support social integration. The bilingual English–French context fosters daily social interaction and openness to the world.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The Inclusive Class welcomes children with developmental disorders including dys, ASD and ADHD, with reception for eight children and a specialized AMI Montessori educator. Children are followed individually if needed by Nadia, the Montessori therapist, and the school aims to broaden inclusion through a care center project to support families. The class is designed to integrate these children alongside their peers with adapted tools and environments. The school's approach emphasizes inclusion and individualized support to help each child participate fully in school life. The mixed-age classrooms and dedicated staff enable targeted support for neurodevelopmental differences.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
100% bilingual education is provided with two educators per class, one English-speaking and one French-speaking, in the classroom every day. Fully bilingual materials, including books and activities, support language development in both languages. Daily exchanges in English and French foster immersion and linguistic flexibility during the sensitive language period up to age eight. The school has a Cambridge program for English language learning from age seven, offering Cambridge Fun For Starters, Movers and Flyers with internationally recognized certificates (optional). English language learning is integrated into the day-to-day Montessori curriculum.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported by a team of health and personal development professionals, including a speech therapist in research, a psychomotor therapist, a neuropsychologist, a Montessori therapist, a yoga teacher, a music teacher and a theater teacher. Psychomotor therapy and body awakening work with younger children are part of the program, with explicit attention to emotion, body awareness and self-regulation. Montessori educators, all AMI graduates, provide ongoing observation and personalized support to monitor well-being and development. The school aligns practices with the National Education program and integrates well-being into daily routines. Additional specialized staff coordinate activities that promote physical, emotional and social development.

Safeguarding
Safety and safeguarding are prioritized through rigorous hygiene and safety standards, secure access and fencing, and attention to allergen management and first aid in emergencies. Supervisory staff are trained to respond to medical needs and to maintain a safe environment for all students. The school follows the National Education program and maintains a team of health and personal development professionals to supervise practices with children. The Inclusive Class and Our Team pages describe dedicated professionals available to support children's safety, development and well-being. The school places a high emphasis on creating a safe, calm and respectful learning environment.
Parent Experience

History
The school was founded by Nadia Hamidi, who serves as director, with Gérald Maradan as co-founder, managing partner and main investor. The school benefits from more than 20 years of Montessori experience under AMI-trained educators on the team. The building is a Belle Epoque mansion dating from 1900 that has been renovated for childcare to provide a safe and inspiring environment. It is a member school of the Montessori France Association and the International Montessori Association, and a 2021 listing on the site confirms its presence.

Community
Open House is held on Saturday, March 28, 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM with a welcome for families, a Montessori conference, and classroom visits. Kids Club programs are offered during school holidays, including February 2026 Kids Club and Toussaint 2025 Kids Club, plus Summer 2025 and Spring 2025 sessions. Workshops cover Montessori activities, English course, visual arts in English, musical awakening, teen workshops, and mom & baby workshops.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The living environment is a beautiful, purposefully designed setting. The school occupies a Belle Époque mansion dating from 1900 that has been renovated to childcare standards. There is about 1500 m² of outdoor space used daily to support children's motor, sensory and cognitive development. Greenery includes small plantations and daily observation of insects and animals, with a park at the foot of the classrooms. Safety is a top priority, with strict hygiene and safety standards, secure access, and staff trained to handle emergencies and allergies.

Academic Facilities
Classrooms are organized by age group: The Children's Community from 2 to 3 years old with 15 children per adult; The Children's House from 3 to 6 years old with 24 children; The Elementary Class from 6 to 12 years old with 25 children; The Inclusive Class welcomes children with neurodevelopmental difficulties with 8 children. All teachers are AMI graduates.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Workshops include Montessori activities; English course; Visual arts in English; Musical awakening; Teen workshops; Adult workshops; Mom and Baby Workshops. The Kids Club runs seasonal programs, including February 2026, Toussaint 2025, Summer 2025 and Spring 2025 sessions. These activities provide additional avenues for hands-on learning outside the classroom. They are integrated with the school day and support bilingual education goals.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school relies on Montessori pedagogy and neuroscience to release and deploy the cognitive, social and physical skills of all children. The vocation is to develop the potential of each child in an exceptional material and human environment. The education follows Maria Montessori's tradition and is viewed as an 'aid to life,' with the aim that children become free, confident, aware and responsible individuals. The school emphasizes three pillars—Observation, Rigor and Researchers—to guide teaching and continual improvement.

Arts & Creative
The school offers Montessori Activities, an English course, Visual Arts in English, Musical Awakening and Theater workshops. These workshops run on Wednesdays for ages 3 to 12 and develop motor skills, language, creativity and self‑confidence. The Visual Arts program introduces children to fine arts and artistic culture, while Theater helps express emotions and foster curiosity and collaboration.

Cultural & Language
The school provides 100% bilingual education with two educators per class, one English‑speaking and one French‑speaking, both present daily. Fully bilingual materials are used, including books and games in both languages. Children hear and practice English and French every day, with immersion leveraging the sensitive period before age 8. The school has a Cambridge English language program starting from age 7, with Cambridge tests available (Fun For Starters, Movers and Flyers) though tests are not mandatory; CEFR levels pre‑A1 to A2.

Social & Hobbies
Wednesday workshops for ages 3 to 12 include Montessori activities, an English course, Visual Arts in English, Musical Awakening and Theater. The Theater program uses play to help children express themselves and develop listening, curiosity and creativity. These activities foster autonomy, concentration, social interaction and an openness to learning.

Community & Service
The school partners with Pour un Sourire d'Enfant (PSE) to support children in Cambodia and raise funds through campaigns and product sales. PSE has operated in Cambodia for nearly 30 years to lift children out of poverty through education and vocational training.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The living environment includes 1500 m² of outdoor space for movement, sensory and cognitive development. Greenery includes small plantations and animals, with a park at the foot of the classroom, enabling daily nature experiences. The school is housed in a Belle Epoque mansion dating from 1900, renovated to childcare standards to provide a safe, aesthetically pleasing setting. Hygiene and safety standards are scrupulously observed, access is secured, and meals accommodate allergies and medical needs with trained supervising teams.
Languages

Language Provision
English is used in school activities and language-focused workshops. Workshops include an English course and Visual arts in English. English language instruction is offered as part of the program.

Bilingual Teaching
English-speaking teachers are used at the school. Students benefit from a bilingual framework to reinforce English knowledge or stimulate learning of their first foreign language. This bilingual approach is part of the school's pedagogy.

Immersion Programs
The school provides a 100% bilingual environment. The Cambridge program is part of its offering. Together, these features support English-language immersion.
School Events
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