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Esclaibes International School - Paris 8

France, Paris

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The school at a glance
Instructs in French, English
Fees €10,600 - 11,069
Ages 1½ - 11 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2014
Bus Service No
Part of
Esclaibes International Schools
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, French Curriculum, Montessori Curriculum
Taught languages English, French, Spanish
Strengths Languages, Visual and Creative Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Social and Hobbies, Cultural and Language, Arts and Creative
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School
Introduction

Esclaibes International Schools is a bilingual, Montessori-inspired network in France for ages 0 to 16. The curriculum combines Montessori pedagogy with a French curriculum and Cambridge IGCSE preparation, with daily learning in two languages taught by international teachers. The schools serve a global student community and accommodate more than 40 nationalities across six campuses in Paris (8th, 15th and 16th arrondissements), Clichy, and Marseille (12th and 7th). A Montessori preschool program is offered in Paris 16 and Paris 8, with warm, multilingual environments and hands-on learning. Cambridge exam preparation forms part of the program, supporting students through primary and early secondary years. Extra opportunities include Wednesday Workshops and Holiday Workshops, as well as Little Artist sessions and other arts- and culture-themed activities such as The Great Imagination Journey. Facilities feature large classrooms, private courtyards, outdoor playgrounds and spaces designed to support bilingual immersion and international education across these campuses today.

This campus is part of Esclaibes International Schools

93 Rue de Monceau, 75008 Paris, France

The Essentials

Esclaibes International School - Paris 8 has instruction in French, English.

Location
Esclaibes International Schools operates six campuses in Paris (8th, 15th and 16th arrondissements), Clichy, and Marseille (12th and 7th arrondissements). Paris 8 is a preschool–bilingual kindergarten–elementary campus near Parc Monceau; Paris 15 offers preschool–middle school; Paris 16 covers bilingual preschool and kindergarten; Clichy provides nursery–kindergarten–elementary; Marseille 12 offers nursery–kindergarten–primary–secondary; Marseille 7 serves preschool–kindergarten–1st/2nd grade. All campuses emphasize bilingual instruction and Montessori-inspired learning.

Stages
Paris 8: preschool, kindergarten and elementary; Paris 15: preschool, kindergarten, elementary, middle; Paris 16: bilingual preschool and kindergarten; Clichy: nursery, kindergarten and elementary; Marseille 12: nursery, kindergarten, primary and secondary; Marseille 7: preschool, kindergarten, first/second grade.

Type
Bilingual international schools (Montessori-inspired).

Pupil Nationality Mix
More than 40 nationalities represented.

Country affiliation
France
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
Marie Robert and Alexandre d'Esclaibes founded Esclaibes International Schools and lead the network. The network operates six campuses in Paris, Clichy, and Marseille, and is supported by the Apprendre Montessori training organization co-founded with Sylvie d'Esclaibes to train teaching teams.
Fees

Annual tuition at Esclaibes International School - Paris 8 ranges from EUR 10,600 to EUR 11,069 for 2026/27.

Summary (scope)
- This overview covers published fees for Esclaibes International Schools' campuses in Paris (8ᵉ, 15ᵉ, 16ᵉ), Clichy and Marseille (7 and 12). The school publishes per‑pupil annual tuition figures and one‑time admission/administrative charges; sibling discounts are offered.

Application and one‑time fees
- A one‑time entrance (application/registration) fee applies at initial enrolment. Example amounts reported across campuses: Paris campuses commonly show an entrance fee in the range of €900; Marseille entrance fees are commonly reported at €600. An annual administrative or registration fee of around €300 is also charged at many campuses.

Tuition fees by campus and year group (annual amounts)
- Marseille (Marseille 12 / Marseille 7): annual tuition examples reported range by age/grade. Published figures for Marseille include annual tuition around €7,964 with total annual fees per some grades reported at approx. €8,264–€9,320 depending on year group. A first‑year total that includes one‑time entrance and administrative fees has been shown at approx. €8,864 for certain grades.
- Paris 15 (bilingual kindergarten and primary): tuition is published as starting at approximately €11,560 per year for the Paris 15 campus; third‑party fee listings report detailed annual tuition levels for this campus in the order of €12,065 for kindergarten and primary at the price period shown by those listings.
- Paris 8, Paris 16 and Clichy: third‑party fee listings report annual tuition that varies by campus and class level (examples from the listings: Paris 8 cited annual tuition figures in a higher band, with entries such as €19,000–€19,950 for some early years/primary groupings; Paris 16 and Clichy show campus‑specific annual tuition figures in the mid‑four‑figure to low‑five‑figure range). Use the listed campus values below as representative annual amounts by campus and year group.

Representative annual tuition examples by campus (summary, no table)
- Marseille: annual tuition examples shown ≈ €7,964 (plus annual administrative fee ≈ €300; entrance fee ≈ €600 in the first year).
- Paris 15: annual tuition starting ≈ €11,560; third‑party listing shows €12,065 as a representative annual tuition for kindergarten/primary.
- Paris 8: some published listings show annual tuition figures in the range of ≈ €19,000–€19,950 for certain preschool/primary levels.
- Paris 16 and Clichy: campus listings show annual tuition figures in the mid‑range among the network (examples reported by aggregators: €7,271–€12,065 depending on campus and year group).

Per‑term breakdown and billing cadence
- The school's published public fees are presented as annual tuition figures and one‑time entry/administrative charges; third‑party fee summaries also list fees on an annual basis. Specific per‑term amounts and the exact invoicing cadence (one annual invoice, termly invoices, or installment options) are not provided in the publicly available fee summaries and are handled in the school's enrolment/billing arrangements.

Sibling discounts and recurring concessions
- A sibling discount structure is published in summary form in public fee listings: for example, a reported discount of −10% for the second child, −20% for the third child and −30% for the fourth child appears in fee summaries for the network.

Boarding fees
- The Esclaibes campuses are operated as day schools with standard opening hours and after‑school care options; no boarding programme or boarding fees are published for the campuses.

Other regular costs and extras
- Canteen / catering: a school‑run catering option is available at multiple campuses; canteen charges are billed separately from tuition in typical practice.
- After‑school activities and workshops (Wednesday Workshops, holiday courses): these extracurricular programmes are offered; fees for these activities vary and are specified per programme or session rather than being included in base tuition.
- Uniform and material costs: no uniform fee or compulsory uniform cost is published in the school's public fee statements; material and pedagogical resources are generally indicated as included in the academic offer but any specific supply lists or material charges are handled at campus level.

Refunds and withdrawal / cancellation
- No public, detailed refund policy or withdrawal schedule is published alongside the publicly posted annual fee summaries. Refunds, withdrawal penalties, and prorating of fees are governed by the school's enrolment contract and billing terms provided at registration.

Payment methods and options
- Public fee summaries list annual tuition amounts and one‑time charges but do not publish exhaustive lists of accepted payment methods. Parents make fee arrangements through the school's admissions and finance teams; common practice for schools of this type is to accept bank transfer and to offer invoicing with possible installment plans, with card payments or other methods managed by the school's billing office. Specific accepted payment methods and any administrative surcharges are provided by the school during registration and on the enrolment invoice.

Notes on published variations within the network
- Fees vary significantly by campus and by year group; the network's campus pages present a ‘starting at' annual figure at campus level while third‑party fee aggregators publish detailed per‑grade annual values and list the one‑time entrance and administrative charges. Where a detailed per‑term billing schedule, refund table or payment method list is required, that information is supplied to families in the school's enrolment documentation and billing correspondence.
Academics

Esclaibes International School - Paris 8 teaches Bespoke Curriculum, French Curriculum, Montessori Curriculum for students aged 1.6 to 11.

Curriculum
The school teaches bilingualism with daily learning in two languages, international teachers, a global student community, and Cambridge exam preparation.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Well-being is central to Montessori learning. Based on Montessori pedagogy, crèches and nursery schools enable each pupil to learn in an environment where progress respects the child's individual rhythm. In elementary and middle school, the emphasis is on well-being; an active pedagogy fosters students' self-confidence. The mission is to cultivate both individual and collective fulfillment, with the foundation that students are happy to come to school each morning.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school teaches in English and French, with daily bilingual immersion in two languages and Cambridge exam preparation.

Mental Wellbeing
Montessori pedagogy supports mental wellbeing. Well-being is emphasised across the school; an active pedagogy fosters self-confidence. The aim is to cultivate fulfillment for individuals and the community; the foundation is that students are happy to attend every morning.
Parent Experience

History
Since 2014 Esclaibes International Schools has been building a bilingual school that is demanding, joyful and open to the world. Children from the age of 2 develop in a structured, lively environment, supported by active teaching methods and a truly international outlook. The school has over 40 nationalities, six campuses, and over 400 families trust it.

Community
French-English bilingualism is at the heart of teaching across Paris, Clichy and Marseille, with daily learning in two languages. Cambridge exam preparation, hands-on immersion, and the use of American textbooks support bilingual proficiency, with an equal distribution of hours in both languages. The network aims to foster global citizenship by building cultural bridges and joining the IB network to expand international opportunities.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Esclaibes International Schools operate across six campuses in Paris (8th, 15th and 16th arrondissements), Clichy and Marseille (12th and 7th). Bilingualism is at the heart of teaching with daily learning in two languages, international teachers, a global student community, and Cambridge exam preparation. Paris 15 features spacious, bright classrooms, a private courtyard, a multi-purpose room and a motor room. Paris 16 offers a bilingual Montessori preschool with a playground and a hands-on learning approach; Marseille 12 has a private outdoor courtyard and large classrooms; Marseille 7 includes a 300 m² outdoor playground. Paris 8 hosts a Montessori nursery and elementary program in a warm, multilingual environment; Clichy is designed for children from 0 to 12 years and provides facilities to support international education.

Academic Facilities
Montessori pedagogy underpins crèches, nurseries and elementary education, with a hands-on teaching approach that supports active learning and self-confidence. Paris 16 and Paris 8 emphasize Montessori methods, with a warm, world-oriented learning environment. Classrooms are bright and equipped with teaching aids, including Paris 15's spaces described as having all the necessary teaching aids. Cambridge exam preparation is part of the program.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Wednesday Workshops; Holiday Workshops
Extra-Curricular Activities

Arts & Creative
The school runs Holiday Workshops that are week-long bilingual courses open to all, including those who don't attend our schools. These hands-on language courses include object making, cooking workshops, and gardening. The Little Artist sessions explore drawing, painting, modeling, and crafting, and other workshops feature art- and culture-themed activities such as The Great Imagination Journey, which includes cuisine, crafts, dance, and music from different countries.

Cultural & Language
The school offers Wednesday Workshops that provide bilingual immersion in French and English through a range of cultural activities. English-language activities and tutoring reinforce bilingualism, and the program is designed to help students master both languages. Holiday Workshops explore world cultures with themes such as celebrations around the world, Lunar New Year, Chinese New Year, and other cultural topics; sessions are open to non-enrolled children.

Social & Hobbies
Wednesday Workshops bring children together for bilingual activities in two languages, with groups meeting in the morning and afternoon and a lunch break; Daycare is available until 6 p.m. for schedules that suit families. Holiday Workshops also offer time for group, social activities around a shared theme with open registration for non-students.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Well-being is central to Esclaibes' Montessori-inspired pedagogy. The approach emphasizes student happiness, with an active teaching style, and a focus on individual and collective fulfillment within a meticulous and caring learning environment.
Languages

Language Provision
French and English are taught at parity across the curriculum, with equivalence of language teaching as a core principle. Cambridge English exam preparation is part of the curriculum, and primary education uses American textbooks to deepen English proficiency. The network has joined the IB network to strengthen its international dimension. Programs are offered from preschool through secondary on select campuses, including Marseille 12 (nursery to secondary) and other campuses offering preschool to elementary levels.

Bilingual Teaching
French-English bilingualism is central to teaching across Esclaibes International Schools in Paris, Clichy and Marseille. For each cycle two classes are dedicated to each language: one for English and one for French; in kindergarten the environment features French-speaking teachers on one side and English-speaking educators on the other, and the same structure continues in elementary school. This structure provides an equal distribution of teaching hours in both languages. Cambridge exam preparation is part of the program, and primary pupils train with American textbooks to deepen English proficiency.

Immersion Programs
Language immersion is achieved through the two-language class structure, with total immersion in French and English. In kindergarten, the classroom arrangement includes English-speaking and French-speaking teachers, and the same organization applies in elementary school. Cambridge exam preparation is integrated, and American textbooks are used to support English proficiency.
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