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EIB Trocadero

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The school at a glance
Instructs in French, English
Fees €10,401 - 15,600
Ages 3 - 11 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2025
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum French Curriculum
Taught languages English, French, Mandarin
Strengths STEM, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School
Introduction

EIB Trocadéro is a private secular bilingual school serving Nursery through CM2 (ages 3-11) in Paris' 16th arrondissement, near the Trocadéro. Located at 43 rue Decamps, the campus is part of the eight-school EIB Paris network. The school follows the French Ministry of National Education curriculum while delivering a bilingual program in English and French, with all core concepts taught in both languages. Mathematics is taught using the Singapore method in both French and English from Nursery to Year 6, and classes are taught 50/50 in each language. The school day runs every day including Wednesday mornings. After completing primary, students may continue at EIB Monceau or EIB de la Jonchère. The program is complemented by a year-round range of extracurriculars, including coding and robotics, chess, drama, and cultural/arts activities, with holiday camps during school breaks. The bilingual model supports seamless continuation of study within the EIB network across campuses.

43 rue Decamps, 75116 Paris, France

The Essentials

EIB Trocadero has instruction in French, English.

Location
Near the Trocadéro, Paris 16e arrondissement. Address: 43 Rue Decamps, 75116 Paris.

Stages
Maternelle and Élémentaire (Nursery through CM2).

Type
Private secular bilingual school.

Additional learning support
The school utilizes smaller class sizes and lower student-to-teacher ratios to provide individual attention tailored to the needs of each student. For children who require extra assistance adapting to the dual-language system, a structured French language support plan can be implemented starting in Year 2 (CP).

Country affiliation
EIB Trocadéro does not maintain an official affiliation with any single foreign country.

Religious affiliation
The school is a secular and non-confessional institution with no religious affiliation.

School day structure
Open from 8:30; classes start at 9:00; day ends at 16:30; doors close at 17:00.

Bus service
The official school website does not outline a dedicated school bus or shuttle service for the EIB Trocadéro campus.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
Private, secular bilingual school network. The EIB Paris group comprises eight schools in Paris and is part of Globeducate.
Fees

Annual tuition at EIB Trocadero ranges from EUR 10,401 to EUR 15,600 for 2026/27.

Application and enrolment fees

- Application (frais de dossier) for new pupils: EUR 300.
- Registration fee (frais d'inscription) for the 2026/27 school year: EUR 1,800 (non‑refundable).
- Excellence Fund (one‑off contribution paid on enrolment): EUR 300.

Tuition fees (per term and annual) – 2026/27

- Nursery (PS half day): EUR 3,467 per term; EUR 10,401 per year.
- Maternelle (nursery/full early years): EUR 4,854 per term; EUR 14,562 per year.
- Elementary (Élémentaire): EUR 5,200 per term; EUR 15,600 per year.
- Insurance and medical file (assurance et dossier médical): EUR 15 + EUR 16 (one‑off charges).

Optional and additional recurring services (2026/27)

- Language reinforcement class (Classe de renforcement en langue): EUR 917 per term; EUR 2,750 per year (optional when prescribed/selected).
- School meals / demi‑pension (cantine): 5 days – EUR 997 per term; EUR 2,991 per year. 4 days – EUR 798 per term; EUR 2,394 per year. Lunch‑box options: 4 days – EUR 460 per term; EUR 1,380 per year. 5 days – EUR 565 per term; EUR 1,695 per year. The midday catering service is invoiced separately from tuition and is mandatory until the end of the school year.
- Uniform items (mandatory from Petite Section to CM2; sport pack mandatory from CP): apron/tablier EUR 44; pullover/cardigan EUR 54; sport pack EUR 98.

Other fees and charges

- Re‑registration deposit (acompte) for the following year: EUR 1,750 (deducted from first‑term invoice).
- Transfer fees between EIB schools (tests and interviews included): EUR 800 (applies to transfers to some EIB primary/middle sites).
- For foreign bank transfers or SEPA from non‑French banks, any bank charges are payable by the payer.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Invoicing: annual billing for compulsory tuition (paid by term); separate invoices for optional services each term; annual invoices for extra‑curricular activities. Term dates used for billing: 1 September–30 November (1st trimester); 1 December–28 February (2nd trimester); 1 March–3 July (3rd trimester).
- Payment methods accepted: SEPA direct debit; bank transfer; card payment (American Express not accepted); cheque. Cash is not accepted. SEPA direct debit is preferred from French accounts but can be set up from eligible European accounts per SEPA rules. For SEPA, families can choose 1 instalment (first week of October), 3 instalments (first week of October, January and March), or 9 monthly instalments (first week of October to first week of June) — a EUR 75 annual fee is added if choosing 9 monthly instalments. Re‑registration deposits may be collected automatically if SEPA was chosen. For rejected direct debits or cheques, fixed handling fees apply.

Late payment, penalties and collection fees

- Late penalties: interest at the legal rate plus two percentage points and a contractual late penalty equal to 10% of the unpaid invoice will apply automatically. Collection fees are charged by stage (first and second reminders free; third reminder/mise en demeure EUR 25; command to bailiff EUR 450). A fixed fee for failed direct debit/cheque is EUR 100. Non‑payment can lead to suspension of direct debits and the immediate exigibility of all sums due and may lead to exclusion and contract termination.

Refunds and cancellation

- Application (frais de dossier) and registration (frais d'inscription) fees are non‑refundable. The first‑term tuition payment paid as an enrolment deposit is non‑refundable except when the school is informed of the cancellation by registered letter within 15 calendar days following the date of the pupil's admission; in that case the deposit may be refunded. If cancellation occurs after that 15‑day window, amounts paid at enrolment are not refunded. The catering (cantine) fees are not refundable in case of pupil absence for any reason. If a pupil leaves during the school year, any started trimester remains due in full; optional fees are billed pro rata. Certain re‑registration deposits may be refundable in specific cases (for example, school‑driven orientation to another EIB teaching offer, refusal of redoublement decided by the school, or parental transfer outside Île‑de‑France before defined deadlines) subject to the contractual conditions in the school's financial regulations.

Academics

EIB Trocadero teaches French Curriculum for students aged 3 to 11.

Curriculum
EIB Trocadéro combines the French Ministry of National Education curriculum with a fully bilingual programme in English and French. All curriculum concepts are taught in both languages. Mathematics is taught using the Singapore method in both French and English from Nursery to Year 6. Lessons are 50% English and 50% French, and the school day runs every day including Wednesday mornings. The school serves Nursery through CM2 (Year 6).

Exam Results
100% success rate in the Brevet des Collèges and the French Baccalauréat.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Safeguarding and wellbeing are central to the school's approach. The safeguarding framework includes clear child-protection policies, designated safeguarding leads, and protocols for alerting and coordinating with authorities. Prevention is a core focus; staff are regularly trained to recognise signs of vulnerability, malaise, or violence, and to foster an environment where students feel safe to share concerns, with emphasis on respect, diversity, inclusion and responsible behavior. Age-appropriate workshops and programs help students understand their rights, know how to seek help, recognise inappropriate conduct, and practise safe digital behaviours. Safeguarding is a shared responsibility involving families, teachers, and staff across the community, ensuring physical, emotional, and psychological safety for all students.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school operates a bilingual French–English program, with half of the instruction in English (50% English) and immersion classes in elementary. English language learning begins early, with students starting English from age 3.

Mental Wellbeing
The safeguarding framework prioritises the mental wellbeing of students, promoting a climate of listening and safety that supports emotional and psychological security for every learner.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is a top priority, with rigorous procedures, designated safeguarding leads, clear child-protection policies, and coordination with authorities. The program emphasises prevention, ongoing staff training, and engagement of families and partners to maintain a vigilant, safe school community.
Parent Experience

History
EIB Trocadéro is part of the EIB Paris network of private bilingual schools, which comprises eight campuses in Paris and the west of Paris. Since 1954, EIB private bilingual schools have educated about 3,000 students from more than 70 nationalities. EIB Trocadéro opened in September 2025, located in Paris's 16th arrondissement near the Trocadéro, and welcomes students from Nursery to CM2. The school provides a bilingual program with 50% of classes in English and 50% in French. After completing primary education at EIB Trocadéro, students may continue at one of the group's bilingual middle schools, either EIB Monceau or EIB de la Jonchère.

Community
EIB Paris schools offer a multicultural, multilingual environment from day one. The network provides extracurricular activities throughout the year, including arts, sports, and cultural workshops, with bilingual holiday camps during school breaks. These activities are available to both enrolled and non-enrolled students, fostering community involvement and cultural openness. The network also shares news and events about all EIB Paris schools.
Facilities

Extra Curricular Facilities
Throughout the year, EIB Paris offers a wide range of extracurricular activities accessible to enrolled and non-enrolled students: artistic, sports, cultural workshops and more. During school holidays, our holiday camps welcome children in a stimulating and secure environment, in French and English.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school's activity program allows students to develop their talents across intellectual, creative, athletic, and cultural domains. Coding and Robotics are offered for Grande Section to CM2. A Computer Workshop is offered for CE2 to CM2, and Chess is taught in French or English from Grande Section to CM2. Full schedule and pricing are available on Eduka.

Arts & Creative
The school offers Cultural Workshops including Musical Awakening for Petite Section and Moyenne Section. Arts & Crafts in English run from Grande Section to CE1. Instrument Lessons run from Moyenne Section to CM2, and Drama is offered from CE1 to CM2. Unique & Creative Workshops include Eco-friendly DIY (Brico Ecolo) and Cooking Workshop.

Cultural & Language
English-language arts and crafts workshops are offered as part of the cultural activities. Chess is taught in French or English from Grande Section to CM2. Wednesday Activities include Happy Wednesday for Maternelle and French Mercredi for ÉLémentaire, with Manga and Fun Science. Study Sessions include English Homework Support and French Homework Support from CE1 to CM2, plus Evening Study.

Social & Hobbies
Wednesday Activities offer social and recreational options across age groups. Happy Wednesday runs from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM for Maternelle and includes playtime, quiet time, and sports activities. French Mercredi runs from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM for Élémentaire and includes Manga and Fun Science. Full schedule and pricing are available on Eduka.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Vacation camps run during school holidays in French and English. They provide a stimulating and secure environment for children. The year-round after-school activities include artistic, sporting, and cultural options.
Languages

Language Provision
Lessons are taught in French and English on an equal basis. The French curriculum is enhanced in every subject, while the English curriculum leads students toward bilingualism. By the end of elementary school, students master the entire French Ministry of Education curriculum in both English and French.

Bilingual Teaching
The school combines the French Ministry of National Education curriculum with a fully bilingual programme, offering an equal split of classes in English and French. Beginning in preschool, students are immersed equally in English and French, with 50% of the weekly schedule dedicated to each language.

Immersion Programs
Immersion begins in elementary, with 50% of classes taught in English and 50% in French.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Applications for Nursery to Year 6 are accepted all year round, depending on available places. Registration for the 2025-2026 school year remains open. Families can begin the admissions process by submitting an application, and a member of the admissions team will contact you after submission. 2. To apply for a place, fill out the application form on this page; a member of the admissions team will get in touch. The general terms of service and fees for 2025-2026 are available at the bottom of this page. The application fee is 300€ and the registration fee is 1650€, non-refundable. 3. For the 2026-2027 school year, registration is open and the same process applies; you can apply by filling out the form and the admissions team will contact you. The application fee remains 300€ and the registration fee is 1800€. 4. You can also book a visit to see the school before applying; booking is available via the Book a Visit link on the admissions page. 5. The application process and fees for 2025/2026 and 2026/2027 are detailed in downloadable documents on the page. 6. The enrolment process for the following year can begin in October, with November being particularly popular; last available places are often allocated from January onwards. 7. Do children need to take an assessment to enter EIB Trocadéro? A meeting with the head of school is essential, and depending on the child's academic background, an assessment may be proposed. 8. EIB Trocadéro supports mid-year arrival with a structured onboarding and personalised support by the teaching team.
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