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Ermitage International School Paris

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, French
Fees €6,963 - 46,800
Ages 3 - 18 years
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 1941
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum French Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Taught languages English, French, Mandarin, Spanish
Strengths Sport, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Ermitage International School Paris is located in the historic park of Maisons-Laffitte, a 20-minute train ride from central Paris. Founded in 1941, the school utilizes traditional French residences and converted stables as classrooms and boarding houses for its 1,500 students. Parents can choose between the International Baccalaureate (PYP, MYP, and DP) or the French Bilingual program, which prepares students for the International French Baccalaureate (BFI). Students engage in specialized offerings like the Equestrian program, which utilizes the town's heritage as a horse racing center. As a member of the Round Square network and a UNESCO partner, the school integrates practical service through initiatives such as the ICU2 project, providing vision care to thousands of people annually. Extracurricular activities range from competitive athletics to IB Visual Art exhibitions. Boarding is available in five or seven-day formats within residential French homes, creating a multicultural community for students aged 3 to 18.

46 Av. Eglé, 78600 Maisons-Laffitte, France

The Essentials

Ermitage International School Paris has instruction in English, French.

Location
Maisons-Laffitte, Île-de-France, France. 46 Avenue Eglé, 78600 Maisons-Laffitte, France. Nestled on a leafy campus in the historic town of Maisons-Laffitte, about 20 minutes by train from Paris.

Stages
Pre-K through high school (Pre-K, Primary, Collège, Lycée). IB and French bilingual curriculum.

Type
International day and boarding school offering IB and French bilingual programmes.

Pupil Nationality Mix
26 nationalities represented; 14 languages spoken.

Additional learning support
Additional Diverse Learning Needs Support: Fees shared according to school assessment of student needs. English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme available (English / French / Spanish / Mandarin).

Country affiliation
France
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
4 historic boarding houses; 5- to 7-day boarding options; residents aged 11 to 18; boarding students can enroll in any academic programme and are welcome on campus starting in Collège or IB MYP; located in Maisons-Laffitte, about 20 minutes by train from Paris; the Responsible Living Status (RLS) leadership programme encourages responsible enjoyment of surroundings; Boarding Parents accompany and care for students.

Uniform Requirement
Uniform is required; cost 150 €.

Food Options
Day-Student Lunch Options: Cafeteria Hot Lunch 1,855 €; Supervised Lunch-Box MYP1-4 808 €; Lunch-Box MYP5, DP1-2 No charge.

House System
4 historic boarding houses in Maisons-Laffitte.

Governance and Ownership
The school is part of the Ermitage Education Group, a network of five international schools; the group began in 1941 as a family-founded institution; it serves nearly 2,000 day and boarding students aged 3 to 18 and offers International Baccalaureate (IB), Cambridge IGCSEs, and French curriculum programmes.
Fees

Annual tuition at Ermitage International School Paris ranges from EUR 6,963 to EUR 46,800 for 2026/27.

Application & New‑student Fees

- Bilingual Primary (New students): Application Fee: EUR 300. Enrollment Fee: EUR 600.
- Bilingual Collège & Lycée (New students): Application Fee: EUR 300. Enrollment Fee: EUR 600.
- International Primary & IB (New students): Application Fee: EUR 500. Development Fee (one‑off): EUR 3,500.

Annual Tuition — Bilingual (day students)

- Lower School (Pre‑K and Primary, Petite Section to CM2): EUR 7,500 per year. Mandatory Français Langue Étrangère support (where required): EUR 1,550 per year. Security Fee: EUR 150 per family (degressive for second/third child).
- Collège (6ème, 5ème, 4ème): EUR 7,600 per year. Security Fee: EUR 150 per family.
- Collège/Lycée (3ème, 2nde): EUR 7,600 per year. Security Fee: EUR 150 per family.
- Lycée (1ère, Terminale — French Baccalauréat): EUR 8,300 per year. Security Fee: EUR 150 per family.

Annual Tuition — Bilingual Boarding (includes tuition, room & board)

- 5‑Day Boarding (Collège 6ème–4ème): EUR 26,900 per year. 7‑Day Boarding: EUR 39,050 per year.
- 5‑Day Boarding (Collège/Lycée 3ème–2nde): EUR 26,950 per year. 7‑Day Boarding: EUR 39,200 per year.
- 5‑Day Boarding (Lycée 1ère–Terminale): EUR 28,500 per year. 7‑Day Boarding: EUR 39,900 per year.
- Boarding mandatory ancillary charges where applicable: Expense Account for 7‑day boarders: EUR 2,000; New student visa process fee (7‑day boarders): EUR 1,200; Returning student visa renewal: EUR 1,000; Damage deposit (boarding house): EUR 1,000. Security Fee: EUR 150 per family (degressive).

Annual Tuition — International School (IPP, IB MYP & DP)

- International Primary Programme (IPP, Grades 1–5): EUR 16,200 per year. Security Fee: EUR 150 per family. Application Fee: EUR 500. Development Fee: EUR 3,500.
- IB MYP 1–3 (Day students): EUR 24,950 per year. IB MYP 4–5 (Day students): EUR 27,900 per year. IB DP 1–2 (Day students): EUR 28,950 per year. Security Fee: EUR 150 per family. Additional English or learning‑support fees may apply. Application Fee: EUR 500. Development Fee: EUR 3,500.

IB Boarding (includes tuition, room & board)

- IB MYP 1–3: 5‑Day Boarding EUR 42,700 per year; 7‑Day Boarding EUR 49,750 per year.
- IB MYP 4–5: 5‑Day Boarding EUR 45,600 per year; 7‑Day Boarding EUR 52,700 per year.
- IB DP 1–2: 5‑Day Boarding EUR 46,800 per year; 7‑Day Boarding EUR 53,900 per year.
- Boarding ancillary charges and deposits (as above): Expense Account EUR 2,000 (7‑day boarders), Visa process fee EUR 1,200 (new boarders where applicable), Returning student visa renewal EUR 1,000, Damage deposit EUR 1,000. Security Fee: EUR 150 per family (degressive).

Student Life Options, Meals & Day‑care (examples and current reference fees)

- Hot lunch (Lower School, 4 days): EUR 1,826 per year; Hot lunch (Lower School, 5 days): EUR 2,075 per year. Collège/Lycée hot lunch (4 days): EUR 2,041; (5 days): EUR 2,320. Lunch‑box option: EUR 873 per year. Some lunch fees on the published documents reference the 2025–2026 fees and note that 2026–2027 lunch fees will be announced.
- Lower School day care (2025–2026 reference figures): Morning only EUR 958; Afternoon only EUR 1,308; Morning & Afternoon EUR 2,039.
- IPP school lunch (2025–2026 reference): EUR 2,075 per year. IB MYP & DP lunch (2025–2026 reference): EUR 2,320 per year.

Other Mandatory & Typical Additional Costs

- Security Fee (per family): EUR 150 (reduced to EUR 100 for second enrolled child; no charge for third child).
- Additional English Support (EAL) where required: Intensive EUR 4,500; Enhancement EUR 950 (assessment‑based).
- DP online Pamoja course (per course): EUR 1,200 (with DPC agreement). DP external self‑taught Language A: fee paid externally. DP2 exam fees example: EUR 1,100.
- Textbooks & supplies (examples): MYP textbooks approx. EUR 300; DP textbooks approx. EUR 500; exercise books & supplies approx. EUR 100. Uniform (MYP example): approx. EUR 200. Optional paid extra‑curricular activities: approximately EUR 500 per semester per activity (most ECAs provided without charge; some are paid). Residential trip deposits and trip costs vary (examples: MYP residential trip EUR 500–1,200 with EUR 250 deposit; ski trip approx. EUR 1,300 with staged payments).

Billing Schedule & Payment Terms (contractual highlights)

- Once a school place offer is accepted, there is a 7‑day window to complete the contract and pay the tuition deposit and the enrollment fee. An Advance Tuition deposit is required to confirm enrollment or re‑enrollment.
- The Advance Tuition deposit and application/development fees are non‑refundable except where expressly stated (Advance Tuition deposit is refundable only in the event of documented force majeure). After confirmation/enrollment, the full annual tuition is non‑refundable; the school may consider exceptional partial settlements only in demonstrated force majeure or compelling, documented circumstances. For a change from boarding to day student, the annual boarding fee remains due and no refund is considered for that year.
- Specific trip payments, deposits and staged payment dates are set per activity (examples: several residential trip deposits of EUR 250 due by specified dates; ski trip staggered payments). Additional charges such as visa processing fees and damage deposits are due as stated in the boarding schedule.

Refunds & Deposits

- Application and enrollment/development fees are non‑refundable. The Advance Tuition deposit is only refundable in the event of documented force majeure; otherwise it is non‑refundable. If a student withdraws after confirming enrollment or during the school year, the full annual tuition is non‑refundable except in exceptional, documented circumstances. Unused funds from the boarding Expense Account are refunded to the family when the student stops boarding. Damage deposits are held as specified and refunded subject to terms.

Fee Payment Options & Invoicing

- Contracts and invoices set out deposit requirements and the payment schedule; parents are required to pay the tuition deposit and enrollment fee within the contractual window after an offer. For enquiries about invoicing or accepted payment methods, contact admissions@ermitage.fr or the school admissions team using the phone numbers provided on the school's admissions materials.

Summary Notes (what is included in the published fees)

- Annual tuition figures shown above cover the Ermitage curriculum and, for boarding packages, include tuition, room and board. Certain student life options, meals, day care, trips, additional language or learning support, visas, deposits and one‑off development or administrative fees are charged in addition to tuition as detailed above. Security fees are applied per family and are degressive for multiple children.
Academics

Ermitage International School Paris teaches French Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The school has two programme tracks: French Bilingual Programmes and International Programmes. The French Bilingual Programmes are accredited by the Ministry of National Education from Pre-K to 12. The International Programmes are IB World School programmes with classes primarily in English, and the International Primary Programme begins in Grade 1 and continues through Grade 12 with IB Programmes.

Exam Results
The school has a 100% pass rate on the French Baccalaureate with honors. IB students are placed in their first-choice universities.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school fosters empathy, compassion, and integrity among students and staff. It emphasizes leadership, teamwork, and mutual respect to prepare students to become engaged global citizens. It supports open-mindedness and curiosity, and encourages students to express their creativity and think critically. The IB and bilingual programmes situate social-emotional learning within diverse, international experiences and service opportunities.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school has an Inclusion Policy as part of IB Middle Years and Diploma Programme policies.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Classes are primarily in English, and Ermitage is an IB World School with an English-language curriculum. The school offers bilingual or 100% English-speaking education for students aged 3 to 18.

Mental Wellbeing
Wellbeing is a central focus; learning values physical, emotional and social health to help students and staff feel safe and supported, build self-esteem, resilience and ambition.

Safeguarding
The Ermitage Team ensures students are happy and safe in and outside of the classroom.
Parent Experience

History
Ermitage was founded in 1941 by Anne-Marie Thommeret during WWII; the first school was destroyed by Allied bombing targeting the railroad, and students relocated within Maisons-Laffitte. In the 1980s, under Christopher Hunter, bilingual education and internationalism were established, offering a French curriculum with enhanced English instruction. The International Option of the French Baccalaureate began in 2003, and Round Square membership followed in 2005; the IB Diploma Programme was introduced in 2009. By 2012, the school achieved a 100% pass rate on the French Bac and the IB DP, and in 2020 earned 24 IBO distinctions following the second IB evaluation. In 2019, ownership changed to Laffitte Education and Benjamin Hunter became Head of School, continuing the school's international focus.

Community
Ermitage is a close-knit community that includes parents, teachers, management, and current and former students, with mutual aid and informational resources such as the Amicale Parents Association. Members participate in community events throughout the school year, including a Christmas market, Halloween, International Day, prom, a dance contest, and the IB graduation ceremony. The community also supports students via a Buddy System and an Orientation Program to welcome new students, and uses tools like ManageBac and EcoleDirecte to stay connected. Alumni stay connected through reunions and anniversary celebrations, with Round Square opportunities offering international trips, student exchanges and service projects.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Amicale Parents Association serves the Ermitage community by providing mutual aid and informational resources to families. It organizes many festive events throughout the year and helps coordinate welcoming activities for new families (e.g., Welcome Picnic and Parents' BBQ). Parents participate in parent-student conferences and can act as ambassadors for new families. The association supports the school's community by distributing resources, coordinating with school administration, and fostering a sense of belonging among families. Alumni and parents stay connected through the Amicale via reunions and networking opportunities, and the association collaborates with Round Square activities when appropriate.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Ermitage Paris sits on a historic campus in Maisons-Laffitte, set within a green park space. The campus spans 740 acres of green park space and includes five classroom sites, each with character. There are four boarding houses in historic French homes. The campus is about 20 minutes by train from Paris, providing a safe, welcoming environment for study and community life.

Sports Facilities
Equestrian facilities are a key feature of the campus, with premium stables and riding facilities. Jumping Maisons-Laffitte includes a 100m x 50m competition arena, a 35m x 70m relaxation arena, a 60m x 20m dressage arena, a 70m x 40m grass working arena, and a cross-country obstacle. Stables provide space for 60+ horses and an 800 m² indoor arena. In addition to equestrian facilities, Ermitage offers a broad sports programme including football, badminton, basketball, volleyball, swimming, golf, table tennis and more.

Academic Facilities
Five classroom sites, each with character. The campus supports both French bilingual and IB programmes. The school is accredited by the French Ministry of National Education from Pre-K to 12th grade. The IB and French bilingual pathways are delivered on campus in historic buildings.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extracurricular activities are a core part of the Ermitage experience. Ermitage Academy offers language, sports and creative activities every Wednesday for CE1 to CM2, with language classes also open to non-Enrollee students. After-school sessions provide academic support or sporting activities, and lunchtime activities include dance, judo, cooking, sewing or music. Kids Club operates Wednesday afternoons with a tailored programme for younger students. Older students can join clubs such as chess, the 24 Club, Kangaroo Club, and Model United Nations (MUN), along with Round Square in Action (RSIA). A broad Sport for Everyone programme provides opportunities across football, badminton, basketball, volleyball, horse riding, dance, athletics, swimming, golf, table tennis and more.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Extracurricular activities are a bubble of discovery where students explore, create, and grow beyond the classroom. They nurture curiosity, teamwork, and personal reflection while offering balanced opportunities for study, sports, arts, and community engagement. For younger students, every Wednesday Ermitage Academy provides foreign language classes, sports, and creative activities, with language classes also open to non-enrolled students. Revision courses are offered during school holidays to support learning.

Arts & Creative
Lunchtime activities include dance, judo, cooking, sewing, and music lessons. Ermitage Kids Club opens on Wednesday afternoons with a tailor-made program for CP to CM2, featuring creative, artistic and sporting activities. The extracurricular program provides a range of creative outlets across the school to engage students in the arts.

Cultural & Language
Foreign language classes are held on Wednesdays for CE1 to CM2, and language classes are open to students who are not enrolled at Ermitage. The Pre-K and Primary programs offer a truly bilingual environment in French and English. The Round Square in Action programme and the MUN club promote international understanding and cultural exchange.

Social & Hobbies
Middle school students can join the chess club, the 24 Club with the aim of open­ing up to voluntary work, and the Kangaroo Club to prepare for this competition. The MUN club provides a United Nations simulation that develops diplomacy and public speaking. Students have access to a variety of clubs and activities that support social engagement and personal interests.

Community & Service
Round Square in Action (RSIA) is a programme that encourages values-based activities such as community service, leadership, democracy, environmental responsibility and international understanding, achievable through sporting, artistic or service activities. The RSIA programme is supported by partnerships with local and international organisations to enable service opportunities. The 24 Club opens up voluntary work and community involvement for students.

Leadership & Professional
RSIA encourages leadership and social responsibility through values-based activities. The MUN club develops diplomacy, public speaking, and an understanding of global issues. The 24 Club promotes involvement in voluntary work and community projects, fostering leadership skills among students.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sport is a core value, with opportunities to participate in football, badminton, basketball, volleyball, horse riding, dance, athletics, swimming, golf, table tennis and more. Students aged 11 to 19 compete locally and in international contexts, including a Round Square basketball tournament in Denmark. Sports are integrated into lunch breaks and after-school programs to support physical health and well-being.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the working language of instruction in the IB programmes at Ermitage, and French is the language of our host country. Students may also develop their Home Language. English Language Acquisition (EAL) support is available, including EAL Intensive or EAL Enhancement programs. In Pre-K to 12, the environment is bilingual in French and English.

Bilingual Teaching
The school offers two programmes: the French Bilingual School and the International Programmes in English. The French Bilingual School provides instruction in French and English from Pre-K through Terminale (12th grade) and is accredited by the National Ministry of Education. The International Programme is an IB World School with classes primarily in English, starting with the International Primary Programme in Grade 1 through Grade 12. The school offers a choice between the two programmes.

Immersion Programs
Ermitage provides a bilingual environment in French and English across Pre-K to 12. Bilingual holiday camps for ages 4-11 offer total immersion in French and English. Bilingual summer camps near Paris offer immersion in French or English with daily language classes for ages 4-11 and 10-16. Activities are designed to immerse children in language through play, arts, sports and cooking.
Reputation

Awards
Ermitage Paris ranked 3rd IB School in France (as claimed on the site).

Accreditations
The school is accredited by the Ministère de l'Éducation Nationale (French Ministry of National Education) from pre-kindergarten to 12th grade.
The school is associated with NEASC Foundation Standards.
The school is a member of Round Square, ECIS, and UNESCO associations.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Inquire. Ermitage offers a diverse range of programs from pre-K to secondary school, which vary in language of instruction, pedagogy and tuition. Inquire to receive general information about the programs you would like to learn more about and to receive guidance in choosing the right path for your child.

2. Apply. When you submit an application for your child, you will be guided through the admissions process, step by step. There are two distinct diploma paths, each with their own application process, so choose the appropriate form. If you begin an application and later choose to consider a different program, this can be coordinated by the team.

3. Admissions procedure. Ermitage is selective and ensures it is right for each child. Admissions and Academic staff review each application before moving it forward. Following an initial review, the child may be invited to attend an interview, in person or online for convenience. Depending on the section, the child may be asked to sit level papers in certain subjects to determine the appropriate level and to verify that admissions criteria are met.

4. Responses. The International Primary Programme and the International Baccalaureate have rolling admissions and mid-year entries are possible. Offers are made throughout the year. For Primary, Middle School, and the Lycée, offers for PS and 6e are issued from October, with other grade offers issued after re-enrolment in January/February. After receiving a school place offer, there is a 7-day window to complete the contract and pay the tuition deposit and enrolment fee.
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