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Mougins British International School

France, Côte d'Azur

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees €18,000 - 25,600
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 525
Type Co-educational
Opened 1964
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, BTEC Qualification, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Taught languages French, Spanish
Typical class size 22
Strengths Performing Arts, Languages, Outdoor Education
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Mougins British International School is a British international school in Mougins, near Nice, offering the English National Curriculum from Early Years through Key Stage 5. The programme includes EYFS, Key Stages 1–5, IGCSE at the end of Key Stage 4, and A-level and/or BTEC options in the Sixth Form. The school serves ages 3 to 18 and follows an English-language curriculum for international learners. The campus sits amid woodland and gardens, with outdoor learning on site. Facilities include a library of 11,000 volumes with a dedicated librarian, a dedicated drama and music facility with an indoor theatre, and sports spaces including a full-sized synthetic pitch and gym. A French Bilingual Pathway is offered, alongside EAL and learning-support provisions. Extra-curriculars feature a LAMDA-certified drama centre, choirs and an orchestra, Learnissimo language lessons, and Globeducate events. Pastoral care is supported by a Health and Wellbeing Centre and strong community life through PTA.

615 Av. Maurice Donat CS 12180, 06250 Mougins, France

The Essentials

Mougins British International School has 525 pupils, typical class sizes of 22, instruction in English.

Location
The school is located in Mougins, France, on the Sophia Antipolis technology park between Nice and Cannes. The address is 615 Av. Maurice Donat, 06250 Mougins. The campus is set among woodland and gardens with regular outdoor access, and students can walk or cycle to school via trails through the woods.

Stages
The LaunchPad (Nursery and Reception, ages 3-5, following the Early Years Foundation Stage), Primary School, Secondary School, and Sixth Form.

Type
The school is a British international school.

Additional learning support
The Needs of our Learners provides an Inclusion Department with English as an Additional Language (EAL) support and a RISE Programme for specific learning needs.

Country affiliation
The school follows the English National Curriculum, aligning with the United Kingdom.

School day structure
The school day runs from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school requires community wear to be worn at all times in school and at school events. A range of uniforms is available for summer, winter and sport, designed for comfort and ease. Uniforms and sports uniforms must be purchased from the Mougins School supplier before the start of the school year; uniform rules apply to all students, and clothing must be in good condition and appropriate for a smart-casual appearance.

Food Options
Le Café des Amis is the on-site school canteen where the kitchen team prepares fresh meals daily. Garig is the service provider delivering meals using organic, locally sourced, seasonal products and emphasising local producers. The canteen approach focuses on fresh, local ingredients and home-style cooking.

House System
The house system comprises four houses: Renoir (green), Picasso (red), Chagall (yellow) and Matisse (blue). Students join a house on entry and compete in sporting events and other school-wide activities, earning house points for work and helping others to foster cross-age connections.

Governance and Ownership
Under Globeducate umbrella, Mougins British International School is certified by the French Ministry of National Education and accredited by COBIS and ISI. Globeducate's Directorate of Education collaborates to maintain teaching standards and guide continuous improvement through the Platinum Standard, while the school publishes annual academic results and university destinations.
Fees

Annual tuition at Mougins British International School ranges from EUR 18,000 to EUR 25,600 for 2026/27.

Application & One‑off Fees

- Excellence Fund (one‑time, paid at enrolment): €2,000.
- Application fee (non‑refundable, payable at pre‑application): First child €690; second child €540; third child €540; fourth child €540.
- Registration fee (one‑time, non‑refundable, payable at registration) for first child from Year 2 (CP): €3,500; second child €1,500; third child €500; fourth child no fee.
- Book deposit (one‑off for Years 7–13): €200 (refundable on return of books in good condition).

Tuition fees by year group (annual and per term)

- LaunchPad (Nursery: Petite & Moyenne Section): Annual €15,960. Per term (invoiceable on a term basis): €5,320 (annual ÷ 3).
- Year 1 (Grande Section / Reception): Annual €18,000. Per term: €6,000.
- Years 2–6 (Primary): Annual €20,580. Per term: €6,860.
- Years 7–9 (Lower Secondary / Collège): Annual €23,165. Per term: €7,721.67 (rounded where necessary).
- Years 10–13 (Upper Secondary / Lycée, GCSE/IGCSE/A‑Level years): Annual €25,600. Per term: €8,533.33 (rounded where necessary).

Note on discounts: A 10% sibling reduction applies where three children are enrolled and no employer subsidy applies; a 20% reduction applies for families with four or more children and no employer subsidy. Joint parental liability for fees applies.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Term dates (composition used for invoicing): 1st Term 1 September–31 December; 2nd Term 1 January–31 March; 3rd Term 1 April–3 July. Ongoing term remains fully payable in case of cancellation during that term.
- Invoicing may be issued annually or on a term basis; the school issues invoices that include tuition and additional billed items. For returning students a down payment is required before re‑enrolment deadlines (amounts and deadlines specified at re‑enrolment).
- Payment schedules accepted for tuition by SEPA direct debit (preferred):
- Single annual debit on the specified June due date; or
- Two instalments (June 1 and December 1 as per the published schedule); or
- Nine monthly instalments (June to February as per the published schedule). SEPA direct debit is preferred from a French or eligible European account; bank charges for foreign transfers are the payer's responsibility.
- Other tuition payment methods: cash (within French legal cash limits), bank transfer (per the invoicing schedule). Cheques or credit card are accepted only for certain items (extracurricular activities, holiday courses, travel, application fees). Rejected direct debits or cheques incur administrative fees unless remedied quickly. Late payment interest and penalty charges apply for overdue invoices.

Boarding

- Mougins British International School does not list any boarding provision or boarding fees; the school's fees and conditions cover day‑school services (meals, uniforms, extracurricular activities) and additional optional items billed separately.

Other costs and optional fees

- Canteen (lunch) fee (Primary and Secondary): Annual €1,725; canteen badge (new students): €15; occasional meal price: €12. Canteen fees are invoiced with tuition and are not refundable if a pupil does not consume meals.
- Laptop programme (Year 6–13): School‑prepared laptop for Years 6–11 approx. €700 (including insurance); Year 12–13 students may buy or bring their own device (registration required).
- Optional annual PTA contribution (voluntary): €150. School trips and extra‑curricular activities will incur additional charges; an example annual estimate for some trips is listed in the optional fees section and specific trip costs are invoiced when organised (large residential trips are charged separately).
- EAL (English as an Additional Language) and Learning Support (RISE) programmes have specified cycle prices depending on level and hours; these are additional to tuition and are invoiced per cycle or term as applicable. Example cycle & annual totals for EAL levels are shown in the school's fees schedule.
- Uniforms and sports kits are purchased separately via the school uniform shop; the school invoices other optional activity charges separately. A one‑off book deposit for Years 7–13 (€200) is refundable on return of books in good condition.

Refunds, cancellation and early‑departure rules

- Application fee: refundable only if the school is informed of cancellation by registered letter within 15 calendar days following receipt of payment. Excellence Fund and registration fees are non‑refundable.
- Re‑enrolment deposit: families must meet re‑enrolment payment conditions; a specified down payment is required at re‑enrolment and is deducted from annual tuition when paid. The down payment may be refunded only in specific, limited circumstances set out in the school's terms (for example, where the school itself changes the proposed educational arrangements or in limited transfer cases).
- Early departure: parents must give 90 days' (three months') written notice by registered letter; any ongoing school term remains fully payable. Failure to provide the required notice will render the next term due except in justified, legitimate circumstances.
- Canteen fees are not refundable for pupil absence (even with a medical certificate). Refunds of other optional items (such as trips) depend on the specific activity terms and the timing; where the school cancels arrangements or changes provision to services not offered by the school, previously paid tuition or deposits may be refunded in line with the school's cancellation clauses.

Penalties & charges

- Late payment interest is charged at the legal rate plus two percentage points, together with a 10% late payment penalty on unpaid invoices; debt‑recovery fees apply for escalation of non‑payment (fixed fees for successive dunning steps and a bailiff fee). A fee is charged for rejected direct debits or unpaid cheques; the school may suspend services or terminate the contract for non‑payment.

Important practical notes on invoicing and timing

- For students enrolling mid‑term, fees are charged pro rata by month; however the month in which a student begins is invoiced in full.
Academics

Mougins British International School teaches British Curriculum, BTEC Qualification, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Pearson Edexcel IGCSE for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Follows the English National Curriculum across all years from Early Years Foundation Stage to Key Stage 5, including IGCSE at the end of Key Stage 4 and A-level and/or BTEC at Key Stage 5. The educational framework is organized into Early Years Foundation Stage, Key Stages 1–5, with continuous assessment and end-of-Key Stage evaluations to monitor progress. At the end of Key Stage 4 students sit IGCSE examinations, and at age 18 they take A-level and/or BTEC examinations.

Exam Results
IGCSE examinations are taken at the end of Key Stage 4; A-level and/or BTEC examinations are taken at age 18; these qualifications are widely recognised by universities worldwide.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates are prepared for entry to top universities in the UK, France, USA, Canada, Europe and beyond.

Gifted and Talented
THRIVE Programme provides over 60 enrichment activities across sports, performing arts, environmental projects, coding, and community engagement; all students participate four days a week to discover passions, develop life skills, and grow as confident, curious learners.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Educational programmes foster empathy, cooperation, self-esteem, and emotional regulation. Class tutors respond to pupils' individual emotional needs. Senior students act as mentors to younger pupils and lead by example. A buddy system helps integrate new students and ensures no child feels left out of school life.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Support for students requiring special educational needs (SEN) is provided by the school. Teachers of Mougins School play a crucial role in supporting students with diverse needs, including SEN and EAL learners. The Learning Support and EAL departments provide extra help and guidance. Mougins School is fully accessible to all students, regardless of need.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
EAL support is provided for non-native speakers through additional English language classes. There are Learning Support and EAL departments to assist EAL students. Dedicated staff support EAL learners in adapting to school life in English.

Mental Wellbeing
Pastoral care supports student wellbeing with dedicated spaces and moments for dialogue, allowing students to express themselves and receive support. The teaching team is trained in active listening and recognizing signs of distress. Educational programmes foster empathy, cooperation, self-esteem, and emotional regulation.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is a top priority and the welfare of all children and young people is protected. The school aligns with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2021. Safer recruitment guidelines and police checks are followed. The school uses MyConcern and has designated safeguarding leads to coordinate safeguarding efforts.
Parent Experience

History
Founded in 1964, Mougins School is a British international school in the heart of Nice Sophia-Antipolis. It offers an international education for children aged 3 to 18. The teaching programme follows the English National Curriculum, with five key stages and culminating in IGCSE and A-level examinations. The school is located at 615 Av. Maurice Donat, 06250 Mougins, France. It is a member of Globeducate.

Community
Mougins School includes families from 50 different nationalities, cultures and traditions, and the community brings together students, parents and teachers. The campus is surrounded by woodland and gardens, with regular access to the outdoors, supporting daily life on campus. The PTA and school share events for the whole community, including the marquee International Day. Other activities include OpenAir Movie Nights, Happy Fridays, Coffee Mornings, Hiking Club, Business Club, Dog Walking Club and Ice Lolly & Hot Chocolate Fridays.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The PTA's mission is to leverage parents' participation to foster an inclusive community and contribute to our children's well-being and success. The PTA plays an active role in everyday life at Mougins School and in building our community. Mougins School includes families from 50 nationalities and our community brings together students, parents and teachers. Every year the PTA welcomes new families, provides proactive communication channels to keep everyone connected and runs many events for the community to enjoy together. The annual marquee event for the PTA is International Day, and the PTA also organise OpenAir Movie Nights, Happy Fridays, Coffee Mornings, Hiking Club, Business Club, Dog Walking Club and Ice Lolly & Hot Chocolate Fridays. Every parent is automatically a member of the PTA and in 2022 Mougins School introduced a new PTA Voluntary Contribution to fund ideas submitted by the community.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The campus is surrounded by woodland and gardens, and students have regular access to the outdoors. Students can enjoy woodland trails on site. The library is fully stocked with books and has over 11,000 volumes, with a dedicated librarian. The school has a dedicated drama and music facility, including an indoor theatre, performing arts and dance spaces, and music practice rooms. Sports provision is extensive, with spacious facilities to support a range of activities.

Sports Facilities
The school has a full-sized synthetic football pitch, an outdoor games court, and an indoor competition-sized gymnasium. The school is affiliated to UNSS, the national sporting organisation for schools in France, enabling intramural matches and sports meets. Sports teams compete in major regional and national tournaments and have won medals. A British-style house system helps enroll students and staff in sport and teamwork. Each year includes school sports days and inter-house competitions, supported by the PTA with refreshments.

Academic Facilities
The school has a dedicated drama and music facility with an indoor theatre, performing arts and dance spaces, and music practice rooms. The International School library houses over 11,000 volumes and has a dedicated librarian to assist students with study and reading. The library is open during school hours and provides computers for study periods and homework; parents can borrow books outside school hours. The English National Curriculum guides learning across the school. After secondary, progression includes IGCSE examinations and options such as A-levels or BTECs.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Clubs and extracurricular activities run alongside sports, drama and music programs. Music activities include private instrument or voice lessons from age 4, with choirs and an orchestra rehearsing after school. Drama club is a LAMDA-certified centre, preparing students for LAMDA exams and featuring regular performances. Learnissimo Language courses provide online, one-to-one language lessons in multiple languages. Globeducate events offer international experiences and exchanges, including Model United Nations, Arts Competition, Music Festival, Olympic Games, Football Tournament and Academic Olympics, along with events like Mimosa Run and Harvest Festival.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Following the English National Curriculum from Early Years through Sixth Form, with IGCSE examinations in the secondary years and A Levels in the Sixth Form. The British curriculum is organised around Key Stages, with end-of-Key Stage 4 examinations (IGCSE) and progression to A Levels. Teaching is delivered in English and the qualifications are internationally recognised, opening doors to universities worldwide. The curriculum emphasises independence, critical thinking, and lifelong learning.

Arts & Creative
Art, Drama, Music, and Sports are included in School Life, with Clubs & Extracurricular activities available to students. A LAMDA-Certified Centre is on site to support drama education. The school's arts and performance programs are complemented by a broad extracurricular schedule, including events organized by the community. The International Day is a major PTA-led event that celebrates the school's diverse culture.

Cultural & Language
The school follows the English National Curriculum. A French Bilingual Pathway is offered. In Nursery and Reception, the focus is on English-language immersion with creative play, musical and artistic activities, and the development of emotional intelligence.

Social & Hobbies
Art, Drama, Music, and Sports are part of School Life, with Clubs & Extracurricular activities. A LAMDA-Certified Centre is available on site. The school's vibrant social and cultural life is enhanced by PTA events such as International Day and by additional activities including Holidays Camps.

Community & Service
The Mougins School Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) fosters an inclusive community with families from around 50 nationalities. The PTA runs regular events and fundraising, including the annual International Day, OpenAir Movie Nights, Hiking Club, and other social activities. Senior students mentor younger pupils and lead by example as part of the school community.

Leadership & Professional
The Thrive Programme offers dedicated sessions focused on personal development, mental health, leadership, and essential life skills. The PTA provides leadership opportunities through parent involvement and governance, including a PTA president. Senior pupils take on leadership roles as mentors to younger students.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Pastoral Care and Safeguarding prioritise student wellbeing with a buddy system to support new students and a climate of safety and inclusion. The Health and Wellbeing Centre has a dedicated nurse on site. Learning Support and English as an Additional Language (EAL) departments provide extra help, including additional English language classes for non-native speakers.
Languages

Language Provision
The school follows the English National Curriculum. English is the language of instruction for the majority of subjects, and all other IGCSE subjects continue to be taught in English. The French Bilingual Pathway provides additional French Language & Literature and Humanities taught in French. It preserves access to IGCSE, A Levels and universities worldwide, enabling study in France or internationally.

Bilingual Teaching
FBP is a new bilingual path offered within the Secondary School. In Years 7 to 9, it offers increased hours in French Language & Literature, complemented by Humanities taught in French. This represents about 30% of total learning time (12 hours over two weeks). The objectives are to consolidate and enrich students' academic level in French, maintain a high level of English, and preserve access to IGCSE, A Levels and universities worldwide.

Immersion Programs
French Bilingual Pathway provides a formal bilingual track within the school. French Language & Literature and Humanities are taught in French as part of the pathway. All other IGCSE subjects continue to be taught in English. Entry requires minimum French level of B1, and students may transfer from the French Bilingual Pathway to the British International Pathway at any point during the year.
Admissions

Admissions
The school teaches the English National Curriculum to students aged 3 to 18. The school follows a four-step admissions process: 1. Meet with us (book a visit or meeting); 2) Provide information (submit the required documents); 3) Review by Admissions Committee (your child's file is assessed); 4) Secure your place (upon successful review). If you have already decided to register, bring your child's passport and latest school report, and complete the application form to start registration. Applications for September 2026 are open, and the school operates a rolling admissions policy with spaces allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. The minimum age is 3 and children are placed in year groups by age as of September 1; a year group equivalence guide can be downloaded. Documentation required to start the process includes your child's passport and latest school report. There is an application fee. After submission, the Admissions Committee reviews the file; final decisions are typically provided within 14 working days, though this timeline may be extended for SEN or EAL needs or if a reference check from the current school is delayed.
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