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École Montessori Internationale Les Colibris

France, Côte d'Azur

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The school at a glance
Instructs in French, English
Fees €500 - 11,220
Ages 2 - 15 years
Pupil numbers 150
Type Co-educational
Opened 2009
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Montessori Curriculum, French Curriculum
Taught languages French, English
Strengths Outdoor Education, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Preschool, Primary School, Elementary, Middle School
Introduction

École Montessori Internationale Les Colibris is a bilingual Montessori school in Sophia Antipolis, within the Brague National Park. The school serves children from age 2 to 15, offering a continuous program that uses Montessori pedagogy across all ages with the same dedicated teachers. Founded in 2009, it moved to larger facilities in 2015: 1,200 m2 of indoor space and 3,000 m2 of outdoor grounds. The school is accredited by AMF (Association Montessori France) and ISMM (Institut Supérieur Maria Montessori), one of fourteen Montessori schools in France with accreditation. In 2020, it opened an International Montessori Middle School for ages 12–15, with a Thorenc pedagogical farm partnership providing full-board secondary education. The program emphasizes outdoor learning and a strong connection with nature, supported by bilingual French-English activity and a suite of sport, culture and outings. The Colibris Kids Club runs holiday programs for ages 2–12.

3735 Rte des Dolines, 06410 Biot, France

The Essentials

École Montessori Internationale Les Colibris has 150 pupils, instruction in French, English.

Location
Biot / Sophia Antipolis, Alpes-Maritimes, Côte d'Azur, France. The school is located in a green setting in the Brague National Park. It occupies about 3,000 m2 of outdoor space. Address: 3735 route des Dolines, 06410 Biot, France.

Stages
Toddler 2-3 years; Preschool 3-6 years; Elementary 6-9 years and 9-12 years; Middle School 12-15 years.

Type
Montessori school with an international program; bilingual in French and English; accredited by AMF (Association Montessori France) and ISMM (Institut Supérieur Maria Montessori).

Country affiliation
France

School day structure
School hours 8am to 5:50pm; schedule depends on each class.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Partnership with Thorenc Pedagogical Farm providing a full-board middle school option.

Governance and Ownership
Privately run international Montessori school. Accredited by AMF (Association Montessori France) and ISMM (Institut Supérieur Maria Montessori). A warm and involved parent association (APC) contributes to school life.
Fees

Annual tuition at École Montessori Internationale Les Colibris ranges from EUR 500 to EUR 11,220 for 2026/27.

Application fee

- EUR 500 per new student; one-time and non‑refundable.

Tuition fees (by year group)

- Infant Community (ages 2–3):
- Part‑time (2 days/week): EUR 7,140 per year.
- Full‑time (4 days/week): EUR 10,200 per year.

- Children's House / Maison des Enfants (ages 3–6):
- 4 days/week: EUR 10,200 per year.

- Elementary (ages 6–12):
- 4.5 days/week: EUR 10,610 per year.

- Middle School / Collège (ages 12–15):
- 4.5 days/week: EUR 11,220 per year.

Per‑term and monthly equivalents

- Per term (calculated as annual fee ÷ 3):
- Infant Community part‑time: EUR 2,380 per term (EUR 7,140 ÷ 3).
- Infant Community full‑time: EUR 3,400 per term (EUR 10,200 ÷ 3).
- Children's House (3–6): EUR 3,400 per term (EUR 10,200 ÷ 3).
- Elementary (6–12): EUR 3,537 per term (EUR 10,610 ÷ 3).
- Middle School (12–15): EUR 3,740 per term (EUR 11,220 ÷ 3).
- (Term figures are the annual fee divided by three.)

- Monthly instalments (as offered by the school when choosing the instalment plan):
- Infant Community (2–3) part‑time: EUR 714 per monthly instalment.
- Infant Community (2–3) full‑time & Children's House (3–6): EUR 1,020 per monthly instalment.
- Elementary (6–9 & 9–12): EUR 1,061 per monthly instalment.
- Middle School (12–15): EUR 1,122 per monthly instalment.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Two payment options:
- One‑time full‑year payment at enrolment by cheque, cash or bank transfer, with a 2% discount.
- Ten instalments: a first payment at registration plus nine monthly direct‑debit instalments (direct debits on the 1st of each month from July to March).

- All invoices are payable in EUR. Direct debits, transfers and cheques must originate from a French bank account; for foreign bank transfers, bank charges are borne by the payer. A rejected direct debit incurs a EUR 15 bank fee; two consecutive rejections suspend direct debits and the outstanding balance becomes immediately due. Late payments incur a penalty of 10% per overdue invoice; persistent non‑payment may lead to exclusion from class.

- In case of mid‑year enrolment, fees are calculated pro rata for remaining months; the payment at registration normally includes the admission fee plus the first three months of schooling and ancillary fees, with subsequent monthly direct debits for the remaining months.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- The school does not list on‑site boarding fees in its enrolment materials. The school has a partnership with an external pedagogical farm (Thorenc) that offers a full‑board option for middle‑school students; boarding arrangements and fees are provided by that partner rather than by the school.

Other costs and optional services

- Canteen (annual options):
- Full‑time (4 days/week): EUR 1,280 per year.
- Part‑time (2 days/week): EUR 650 per year.
- Wednesdays: EUR 330 per year.
- A la carte canteen: EUR 10 per meal.

- Daycare / Garderie (annual packages and a la carte):
- Morning 8:00–8:30: EUR 660 per year.
- After‑school 16:15–17:00: EUR 910 per year.
- After‑school 16:15–17:30: EUR 1,480 per year.
- After‑school 16:15–17:50: EUR 1,800 per year.
- A la carte daycare: EUR 11 per hour.

- Wednesdays / KidsClub (for enrolled pupils — annual or per‑session options):
- Montessori morning session (8:30–11:45): EUR 118 per year (35 sessions).
- Afternoon workshops (14:00–17:00): EUR 118 per year (35 sessions).
- Full Wednesday day (8:30–17:00): EUR 227 per year (35 sessions).
- A la carte Wednesday half day: EUR 42; full day: EUR 80.

- Holiday workshops / KidsClub (weekly rates):
- Weekly part‑time workshops: typically EUR 180 per week.
- Weekly full‑day workshops: typically EUR 340 per week.
- Some short weeks (e.g., weeks including a public holiday) have adjusted prices (example: EUR 160/300). Organic lunch option during workshops: EUR 10 per meal or EUR 48 per week.

- Extracurricular activities and special trips: not included in tuition; prices vary by activity and are charged separately. Certain extracurriculars may be eligible for a 50% tax credit under French rules for out‑of‑home childcare in applicable circumstances.

- Supplies / school photos / school trips: these are not included in tuition and are charged separately.

Discounts, cancellations and refund rules

- Sibling discounts on tuition (tuition only): second child: 20% reduction; third child and beyond: 30% reduction. One‑time full‑year payment receives a 2% discount.

- Admission fee (EUR 500) is non‑refundable. Meals booked as part of a canteen package are not refundable or transferable if not consumed. Extracurricular sessions, holiday workshops and mercredis (Wednesdays) are non‑refundable in case of absence. A written cancellation notice of at least three months is required for Wednesday programmes or regular daycare; one month's written notice is required for holiday workshop cancellations.

Fee payment methods and bank details

- Accepted payment methods: direct debit (prélèvement), bank transfer (virement), cheque, or cash. All payments must be in EUR. Direct debits and cheques must be issued from a French bank account; international transfer charges are paid by the sender. The school provides its bank details (IBAN and BIC) for transfers and lists the account holder name for payments. Late‑payment penalties and bank fees for rejected payments apply as noted above.
Academics

École Montessori Internationale Les Colibris teaches Montessori Curriculum, French Curriculum for students aged 2 to 15.

Curriculum
Montessori pedagogy governs the teaching at Les Colibris. The school is accredited by AMF (Association Montessori France) and ISMM (Institut Supérieur Maria Montessori). It provides bilingual education in French and English. It offers continuity in schooling from 2 years to 15 years under the same pedagogy and team. It opened a middle school class for ages 12-15 at the start of the 2020 school year, with a partnership with Thorenc pedagogical farm to provide a full-board option for students continuing to secondary education. The school emphasizes outdoor learning and a connection with nature.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school develops the child's academic, physical, psychological, emotional and social potential.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Bilingual education in French and English to prepare children to open up to the world.

Mental Wellbeing
The school supports emotional and social development as part of the child's overall wellbeing.
Parent Experience

History
Les Colibris International Montessori School was founded in 2009 as a social commitment to children, promoting development so they can live their lives to the fullest. In 2015 the school moved to larger facilities, 1,200 m2 indoors with 3,000 m2 of outdoor space, in a green setting in the Brague National Park in Sophia Antipolis. The school is accredited by AMF (Association Montessori France) and ISMM (Institut Supérieur Maria Montessori), one of 14 Montessori schools in France with accreditation. An International Montessori Middle School class for ages 12-15 opened at the start of the 2020 school year, with a partnership with Thorenc pedagogical farm for full-board secondary education.

Community
A warm and involved parent association (APC) contributes to the life of the school and the education of children through numerous actions and exchanges between parents and the school. The school offers Colibris Kids Club, a holiday program for children aged 2 to 12, with activities such as April 2026, Toussaint, and Summer Camp 2025. The bilingual program provides education in French and English to prepare children to open up to the world. The school emphasizes contact with nature through outdoor activities and a nature-focused environment.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The APC is the active parent association that contributes to life at the school and to the education of children through many actions and exchanges between parents and the school. The APC is a central part of the school community, with information available about its activities in the Discover the APC section. It supports events and activities that involve families and help enrich school programs. Parent involvement through the APC helps connect families with staff and school life. The association collaborates with the school to enhance the overall student experience.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school is located in a green setting in Sophia Antipolis, inside the Brague National Park. In 2015 the facilities moved to 1,200 m2 of indoor space and a 3,000 m2 outdoor space. The school is an accredited Montessori institution, accredited by AMF (Association Montessori France) and ISMM (Institut Supérieur Maria Montessori). The school offers continuity from 2 years through 15 years with the same pedagogy and a caring, trained team. A middle school class for ages 12-15 was planned to open at the start of the 2020 school year, with a Thorenc pedagogical farm partnership for a fully boarded middle school.

Extra Curricular Facilities
SPORT, CULTURE AND OUTING are part of the program. Outdoor activities let children connect with nature and develop awareness of their environment through their five senses. The Colibris Kids Club offers holiday programs for children aged 2 to 12, including summer camps. A warm and involved association of parents contributes to school life through many actions and exchanges between parents and the school. At LES COLIBRIS, children develop all their academic, physical, psychological, emotional and social potentials.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
From 6 to 12 years, the Montessori elementary program is built around five major lessons: the creation of the Earth, the life of plants and animals, human life, language, mathematics and science. The five 'great stories' frame new fields such as geography, history, language, mathematics, geometry and biology. The teacher builds each lesson using stories, music and visual patterns, experiments and games. The work in class is organized in small groups to encourage discussion, exchange and responsibility, and students have the freedom to choose their work and develop independence.

Arts & Creative
Music and theatre are integrated into the program to develop expressive abilities. The lessons promote music and theatre activities that foster creativity through performance, movement and verbal expression. On Wednesdays, 3–6 and 6–12 year olds participate in activities in art, language, corporal expression and board games after lunch. The Montessori materials and activities support creative exploration.

Cultural & Language
Bilingual education in French and English prepares children to engage with the world. English and French are used by educators in daily activities, and holidays workshops are conducted in both languages to support bilingual development.

Social & Hobbies
A wide range of recreational activities is offered, including sport, culture and outings. Sport sessions are held on Thursday and Friday afternoons, with cooperative and non-competitive games and team-building activities. Judo takes place on Thursday afternoons, while Nautipolis swimming sessions occur on Fridays. Eco Life includes forest walks and environmental learning. On Wednesdays, Montessori workshops and activities such as art, language and board games are provided.

Community & Service
An active parent association contributes to school life through various actions and exchanges between parents and the school.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Outdoor activities connect children with nature and foster environmental awareness. Meals are shared experiences with organic options, and children participate in setting the table and composting to develop responsibility. After-school care is available from 4:15 pm to 5:50 pm with a snack, and the school hours run from 8:00 am to around 5:50 pm with schedule variations by class.
Languages

Language Provision
The languages taught are French and English. Programs run from toddler (2-3 years) through middle school (12-15 years). The same Montessori pedagogy is used across all stages.

Bilingual Teaching
The school offers bilingual education in French and English for ages 2 through 15. The program provides continuity from toddler through middle school with the same pedagogy. This bilingual approach prepares children to open up to the world.
Reputation

Accreditations
AMF and ISMM accreditation — Granted by the AMF (Association Montessori France) and ISMM (Institut Supérieur Maria Montessori) commissions after the school moved in January 2015; the school is one of 14 Montessori schools in France to obtain this accreditation (out of about 200 Montessori schools).
Admissions

Admissions
Registration can be completed year‑round depending on availability, with start dates for new pupils that may be staggered tofacilitate their adaptation. To begin, visit the school by appointment or contact the school to obtain an online registration access code. A file with prices and registration procedures is provided; registration is now done online. To enroll, contact us via the registration form to receive the access code and complete the online enrollment. For the 2025–2026 school year, the required documents are: the fully completed, initialed and signed registration form; the registration fee (for new pupils only); the first tuition payment (monthly or yearly); a signed direct debit authorization; a certificate of individual school insurance; copies of the parents' identity cards or passports; a copy of the child's birth certificate or family book; a health form completed and signed with copies of vaccines; for school‑aged children: the two most recent school reports; AMF membership form (optional). Admission is final when the registration forms are signed by the parents or guardian and fees are paid. Because the school has limited places, it may be necessary to place your child on a waiting list. Registration is valid for the 2025/2026 school year and renews for subsequent years unless terminated by March 1, 2026 and March 1 of each following year; tacit renewal applies with terms of the registration file, except that the rates will be those applicable to the school year in question. The 2025/2026 school year starts on Monday, September 1, 2025, with separate start dates for new pupils communicated by the school to facilitate adaptation. School days and hours vary by class: for ages 2–6, 8:30am–4:00pm on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday (doors close up to 10 minutes after closing); for ages 6–12 and 12–15, 8:15am–4:15pm on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, and 8:15am–12:00pm on Wednesday. The school is located at 3735 route des Dolines, 06410 Biot / Sophia Antipolis, France.

Waitlist
Because places are limited, enrolment may be placed on a waiting list.
School Events
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