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Living School

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, French
Fees €9,500 - 10,500
Ages 2 - 15 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2007
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), French Curriculum
Taught languages English, Spanish
Strengths Languages, Service and Sustainability, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School
Introduction

Living School is a private preschool, primary, and secondary school in Paris with a France affiliation. It offers Cambridge Curriculum for Primary and Secondary levels alongside a French Curriculum, serving ages 2 to 15. The school operates from two campuses near Parc des Buttes Chaumont: the main Georges Auric site and the Darius Milhaud site; CM1/CM2 and collège are at 93 Bis Rue Manin. Bilingual education begins in kindergarten with 50% English instruction through total immersion, supported by native English-speaking teachers for at least half the day. Curricula align with CEFR standards and Cambridge frameworks, and pedagogy emphasizes savoir-être and eco-citizenship to support holistic development. Students lead annual projects for the planet—sponsoring endangered species, reforestation, tree planting, aid to the homeless, and creating awareness songs and films. Green facilities use hemp insulation, organic paint, cork insulation, natural linoleum, and low-energy lighting; recess occurs in Parc des Buttes Chaumont under supervision.

93 bis Rue Manin, 75019 Paris, France

The Essentials

Living School has instruction in English, French.

Location
Living School is located in the 19th arrondissement of Paris, France, across three campuses near Parc des Buttes Chaumont: main campus at 6 rue Georges Auric; preschool site at 6 allée Darius Milhaud; college site at 93 bis Rue Manin.

Stages
Preschool/Primary school; Secondary school.

Type
Private preschool & elementary school plus secondary school.

Country affiliation
France

School day structure
Preschool day runs 8:30 to 16:20 with a morning welcome, bilingual activities and outdoor classes, organic lunch, and nap/quiet time; weekly outdoor class at Parc des Buttes Chaumont. Primary day runs 8:30 to 16:40 with bilingual activities, language and mathematics sessions, English assemblies, lunch, outdoor time, and daily Savoir-être sessions plus eco-citizenship activities.

Bus service
Public bus access serves the campuses; no dedicated school bus service is described. Bus lines 75, 60 and 48 stop near the sites.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
Meals are prepared with certified organic products, are non-GMO, and red meat is reduced with endangered seafood banned; catering is provided by Elior, and organic bread is delivered three times weekly. A day meal costs 7.10 euros and the four-day-per-week monthly cafeteria fee is 100 euros, with a vegetarian option available for an extra 10 euros per month.

Governance and Ownership
Founder and Director: Caroline SOST.
Fees

Annual tuition at Living School ranges from EUR 9,500 to EUR 10,500 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration fees

- A one-time registration fee is charged at first enrolment: EUR 600 for the first child; EUR 350 for a second child at the same time. Re-registration (annual) is EUR 240 per year.

Tuition fees by school level (annual and monthly figures; income-based bands apply)

- General note: tuition is set on an income-based grid (Quotient Familial). Four tariff categories are used: boursier (reduced/award-based), solidaire, réduit and standard. A sibling discount of EUR 1,000 applies from the second enrolled child; some places are reserved for boursiers.

- Maternelle (preschool):
- Boursier band: annual and monthly amounts shown in the school's tariff grid for eligible families (income-based).
- Solidaire: EUR 6,000 per year (EUR 500 per month if paid over 12 months).
- Réduit: EUR 8,500 per year (EUR 708 per month if paid over 12 months).
- Standard: EUR 9,500 per year (EUR 792 per month if paid over 12 months).

- Élémentaire (primary):
- Boursier band: annual and monthly amounts shown in the school's tariff grid for eligible families (income-based).
- Solidaire: EUR 6,500 per year (EUR 542 per month if paid over 12 months).
- Réduit: EUR 9,000 per year (EUR 750 per month if paid over 12 months).
- Standard: EUR 9,900 per year (EUR 825 per month if paid over 12 months).

- Collège (lower secondary):
- Boursier band: annual and monthly amounts shown in the school's tariff grid for eligible families (income-based).
- Solidaire: EUR 7,000 per year (EUR 583 per month if paid over 12 months).
- Réduit: EUR 9,500 per year (EUR 792 per month if paid over 12 months).
- Standard: EUR 10,500 per year (EUR 875 per month if paid over 12 months).

- Corporate (employer-sponsored) rates (flat corporate tariff):
- Maternelle: EUR 12,900 per year.
- Élémentaire: EUR 13,900 per year.
- Collège (corporate rate): EUR 14,900 per year.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Payment method: tuition and most programme fees are collected by automatic direct debit (prélèvement automatique) only. For extra programmes there are some alternative payment methods (see details below).

- Timing and instalment options:
- At initial registration you are billed for the registration fee plus the first monthly instalment (these are non-refundable in case of withdrawal) and a caution (security deposit) equal to one month's tuition. The caution is refunded at final departure from the school.
- From September you may choose either monthly billing spread over 12 months (a debit at the start of each month) or quarterly billing (three instalments due in September, December and March).
- Re-enrolment: in February the school collects the re-registration fee and the first month of the next academic year (these amounts are non-refundable in case of withdrawal).
- A one-month notice is required for departure during the school year; monthly debits continue as scheduled through early July if you do not re-enrol.

Boarding (internat)

- Boarding is not provided; the school operates as a day school with usual school hours and day services (canteen, after-school care, study) rather than an internat.

Other costs and optional services

- School meals (cantine): EUR 9.15 per day; a monthly meal package (for 4 days/week) is EUR 126.30 on a 10-month basis. Vegetarian option is available at no surcharge.

- Class trips and textbooks: expect occasional additional costs – a biennial “classe verte” (4–5 days) is charged at cost (estimate EUR 400–500); outings budget ≈ EUR 25 per year; CP–collège swimming cycle ≈ EUR 35 per year; some class books (GS and up) are charged at cost.

- After-school care, study and clubs (examples and typical charges):
- Daily after-school study/garderie (to 17:30): hourly ad hoc rate EUR 13 per hour.
- Monthly after-school study/garderie packages (on a 10-month basis): 1 day/week EUR 35; 2 days/week EUR 67; 3 days/week EUR 94; 4 days/week EUR 133.
- Wednesday Club (bilingual) — monthly (10 months): morning half‑day EUR 115; afternoon EUR 110; morning + lunch EUR 125 + meal; full day EUR 195 + meal.
- Evening workshops (after 16:30) such as arts, coding, singing, Cook & Sing: EUR 68 per month (10 months).
- Holiday (vacation) clubs: full week EUR 388 (which includes pedagogy and meals where applicable); half‑week and daily rates are also published with specific prices; cancellations without charge require one week's notice.
- Living Scouts and other extracurriculars: typical fee EUR 68/month (10 months).
- A 10% discount applies for a second child on after-school activities.

- Uniforms and regular school clothing: no school uniform or uniform-fee is listed in the published fee schedules; daily snacks for maternelle and for the garderie/study are to be supplied by parents.

Refunds and deposits

- Deposit (caution): one month's tuition is collected at registration as a refundable deposit; it is refunded when the pupil leaves the school.

- Non-refundable items: the registration fee and the first month's tuition collected at registration are non-refundable in case of withdrawal. The re-registration payment collected in February (re-registration fee plus first month of the coming year) is also non-refundable if you withdraw.

Accepted payment methods and transactional details

- Standard tuition and most recurring programme payments are collected by automatic direct debit (prélèvement automatique) only. For holiday club bookings the school accepts bank transfer (virement), cheque or direct debit. Credit card payment is not listed as a standard payment method in the published schedules.

Discounts and financial assistance

- Sibling discount: EUR 1,000 reduction for the second enrolled child.
- Bourses: the school reserves some bourses (partial or full) and operates an income-based tariff grid; families with low income may qualify for reduced or boursier rates under the school's criteria.

(End of fee overview)
Academics

Living School teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), French Curriculum for students aged 2 to 15.

Curriculum
The Living School curriculum includes education in environmental matters, sustainable development, and health. It emphasizes life skills (savoir-être) and personal development through a pedagogy designed to help children become responsible actors in society. Bilingual education begins in kindergarten with 50% of instruction in English through total immersion, supported by native English-speaking teachers for at least half the day. The learning programs are aligned with CEFR standards and the Cambridge Curriculum frameworks, and pedagogy covers savoir-être and eco-citizenship to support holistic development.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Well-being and life skills ('savoir-être') form the heart of Living School's pedagogy. Teachers are specially trained to help children build confidence, learn to assert themselves, and cultivate positive relationships with others. Joy and pleasure drive learning, and projects and activities are designed to foster motivation rather than pressure. Parents are true partners; they are welcome in the classroom, and savoir-être workshops are run with families to support learning at home. English is taught through immersion, beginning in preschool, with an active pedagogy that helps children learn English with joy and ease.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is taught through immersion starting in preschool, and an active pedagogy begins in the primary levels. Children learn English with joy and ease.

Mental Wellbeing
Well-being is central to the pedagogy, with savoir-être shaping social and emotional development. Joy and pleasure guide learning, and activities are designed to engage children without constraints or pressure.
Parent Experience

History
Living School is a private, innovative preschool, primary, and elementary school in Paris. Caroline Sost is the founder and director. The school places well-being and life skills at the heart of its pedagogy. The curriculum emphasizes eco-citizenship, with students leading annual 'projects for the planet' that engage in activities such as sponsorship of endangered species, reforestation, tree planting in France, aid to homeless people, and the creation of awareness-raising songs and films. It operates from two sites near Parc des Buttes Chaumont in the 19th arrondissement of Paris: the main preschool/primary campus at 6 Rue Georges Auric and a preschool site at 6 Allée Darius Milhaud, while CM1/CM2 and collège are housed at 93 Bis Rue Manin.

Community
Well-being and life skills are central to Living School's pedagogy. The eco-citizenship program invites students to lead projects for the planet each year, with weekly outdoor classes at Parc des Buttes Chaumont. The canteen is organic, local, and seasonal, with logistics supported by Marmites Volantes by cargo bike, and parents participate in Living School life, including receiving bio baskets and taking part in Living Troc (a clothes swap). Vacation Club operates during school holidays for children aged 3 to 10, focusing on eco-citizenship, English, and the arts. The school also promotes multilingual and planet-focused activities such as the 'All Children in the World are Talented, ALL!' initiative, which includes a multilingual activity kit and Planetary Week participation.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Parents are true partners with the school. They are welcome in the classroom every morning. The school meets with parents regularly and offers savoir-être workshops to help families engage in their children's education more fully.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Green facilities use ecological materials such as hemp insulation, organic paint, cork sound insulation, natural linoleum, and sustainably sourced solid wood. Ceilings purify spaces by absorbing VOCs, and low-energy lighting is used. The grounds are warm and inviting, and slippers are worn indoors; families are welcome to bring their own slippers for morning welcome time. Recess takes place daily in the Buttes Chaumont park under the supervision of at least two adults.

Academic Facilities
The Big School (Georges Auric) is a handicap-accessible 340m2 facility for children aged 3–10, featuring two entries, three classrooms, an administrative office, a large cafeteria, and bathrooms on the main floor; the basement houses the kitchen, bathrooms and changing rooms, a storage space, a laundry room, and a staff room. The Little School (Darius Milhaud) is a handicap-accessible 100m2 facility for children aged 2–6, with a large classroom and play space, a kitchen, a nap room, an administrative office, and bathrooms.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Vacation Club offers week-long clubs during school holidays focused on eco-citizenship, English, and the arts for children aged 3–10. After-school, Wednesday club, and Holiday Club programs provide additional activities outside normal class hours. Planetary Week initiatives and the related All children in the world are talented kit support activities, available in French, English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Life skills and well-being form the base of Living School's pedagogy. The curriculum emphasizes eco-citizenship, with student-led projects addressing today's planetary issues. English is learned through immersion from preschool, with an active approach beginning in the primary years. Joy and pleasure drive learning through inspiring, interdisciplinary activities.

Arts & Creative
Music is part of the pedagogy. The creative dimension includes art and music education, mime games, and interdisciplinary projects. Vacation Club offers week-long clubs during holidays focusing on eco-citizenship, English, and the arts. Arts are integrated into learning and extracurricular activities to foster creativity.

Cultural & Language
English is learned through immersion from preschool, with bilingual education from the earliest level of kindergarten (50% of instruction in English). Living School's curriculum includes eco-citizenship and student-led planetary projects. All Children in the World are Talented, ALL! kits exist in French, English, Spanish, and Portuguese. Parents are partners and participate in classroom life.

Social & Hobbies
Vacation Club offers week-long clubs during holidays focusing on eco-citizenship, English, and the arts for ages 3–10. After-school options include Wednesday club and other activities. Joyful, engaging activities support social interaction and personal development. All Children in the World kit provides language activities in multiple languages.

Community & Service
Eco-citizenship education with student-led projects addresses planetary issues. Planetary Week and the All Children in the World program foster global citizenship and community engagement. Parents participate as partners in classroom life. The Children For Changing the World program offers opportunities to act on the environment and society.

Leadership & Professional
Ethical leadership is a focus within Living School's project work. Parents are partners with the school and participate in classroom life. Savoir-être workshops develop life skills for students and teachers. Living School offers professional training for education professionals.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Well-being and life skills are the core of Living School's pedagogy. Joy and pleasure drive learning, supported by engaging activities and a positive environment. Morning meetings recognize feelings and support conflict resolution, contributing to the emotional and social dimension of development. Co-education and parental involvement contribute to a holistic well-being culture.
Languages

Language Provision
Languages provided: English and French. The school is described as bilingual. English language learning is reinforced through immersion from preschool onward.

Bilingual Teaching
The school is bilingual, offering English and French. English immersion begins in preschool and continues through the primary years, with English integrated into everyday lessons. The program encompasses preschool and primary education and extends into the secondary program.

Immersion Programs
English immersion starts in preschool. The primary levels continue the immersion approach, using English in classroom activities. Vacation Club sessions during holidays immerse children in English, ages 3 to 10.
Admissions

Admissions
Enrollment process and Fees: There are few places left for September 2024 in Primary and Secondary School. To enroll, please do the following: 1. Fill out the pre-enrollment form giving special attention to the “Motivation” section, which will help us to get to know you better. You will then receive our fees and a confirmation email with a code allowing you to make further modifications if needed. 2. Upon receipt of your pre-registration, you will receive an email with a video of our Open House to watch. 3. Once you watched the video, we ask families with deep interest to confirm motivations by email. 4. The team will meet - depending on the number of places available - families with motivations aligned with our pedagogy. An interview takes place at the school with the parents and the child. 5. If the interview is positive for you and for us, we will send you a registration file. 6. Enrollment is considered final upon receipt of the complete enrollment application and deposit. There are many of you attempting to reach us, and the entire team is dedicated to teaching and to academic activity. We cannot take all calls. Note: if your family annual income is less than €30,000 you are eligible for a grant, within the limits of available funds. Simply follow the registration process described above, and explain that you meet the grant eligibility criteria.

Scholarships
Grant eligibility exists for families with an annual income under €30,000, within the limits of available funds.
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