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Prunelle School Montessori Bilingual

France, Paris

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, French
Fees €8,750 - 9,545
Ages 2 - 12 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2012
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Montessori Curriculum
Taught languages English, French
Strengths Languages, Visual and Creative Arts, Outdoor Education
Clubs Cultural and Language, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School
Introduction

Prunelle School Montessori Bilingual provides a Montessori bilingual education for children aged 2 to 12 across two campuses, Levallois-Perret and Puteaux-La Défense. The school uses a human-scale environment with a low student–teacher ratio and tailor-made learning pathways. It follows the Montessori method with English and French instruction delivered by native-speaking educators from nursery onward. The curriculum unfolds in three stages: Pre-Primary (2–3), Primary (3–6), and Elementary (6–12). In the early years, students explore Practical Life, Sensorial, Language, Mathematics, and Cultural Activities; in Elementary, they study geography, science, history, biology, botany, and zoology through the Great Lessons. The Cosmic Education framework emphasizes community, curiosity, and real-world connections. Facilities include a multi-purpose gym, nearby swimming pool, and a park for outdoor learning. Extracurriculars feature weekly English language activities, a year-round Day Camp with arts and sports, and clubs that connect language and culture. Prunelle is affiliated with AMF and AMI.

18 Rue Camille Pelletan, 92300 Levallois-Perret, France

The Essentials

Prunelle School Montessori Bilingual has instruction in English, French.

Location
Prunelle School Montessori Bilingual operates across two campuses: Levallois-Perret at 18-22 Rue Camille Pelletan, 92300 Levallois-Perret, and Puteaux-La Défense at 44 Rue Marius Jacotot, 92800 Puteaux. It is easily accessible by public transport, including Metro stations Anatole France and Pont de Levallois Bécon, and by RER Clichy – Levallois; driving routes are available via Pont de Levallois, Rue Henri Barbusse, and Rue de Courcelles.

Stages
Pre-Primary (2-3 years), Primary (3-6 years), Elementary (6-12 years).

Type
Montessori bilingual school (French-English) with two campuses in Levallois-Perret and Puteaux-La Défense; member of the Association Montessori de France and the Association Montessori Internationale.

Pupil Nationality Mix
The school welcomes children from all nationalities.

Additional learning support
Classrooms maintain a strict student-teacher ratio to ensure individualized instruction; hands-on, self-directed learning; progress is measured and shared with parents, with conferences held twice yearly.

Country affiliation
France
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
The school is a proud member of the Association Montessori de France and the Association Montessori Internationale. The Prunelle School operates across two campuses: Levallois-Perret, 18-22 rue Camille Pelletan, 92300 Levallois Perret, and Puteaux La Défense, 44 Rue Marius Jacotot, 92800 Puteaux.
Fees

Annual tuition at Prunelle School Montessori Bilingual ranges from EUR 8,750 to EUR 9,545 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration fee

- A registration (entrance) fee is charged per child: EUR 595.

Tuition fees (breakdown by campus and year group)

- Puteaux (monthly and implied annual based on the school's 10‑month year):
- Pre‑Primary (2–3 years): EUR 885 per month (implied EUR 8,850 per 10‑month year).
- Primary (3–6 years): EUR 875 per month (implied EUR 8,750 per 10‑month year).
- Elementary (6–12 years): EUR 900 per month (implied EUR 9,000 per 10‑month year).

- Levallois‑Perret (monthly and implied annual based on the school's 10‑month year):
- Pre‑Primary (2–3 years): EUR 895 per month (implied EUR 8,950 per 10‑month year).
- Primary (3–6 years): EUR 885 per month (implied EUR 8,850 per 10‑month year).
- Elementary (6–12 years): EUR 925 per month (implied EUR 9,250 per 10‑month year).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Students are enrolled for a full 10‑month calendar year. A formal admission requires a signed registration/enrollment form and payment of the applicable fees.
- Monthly rates are published for each section (see monthly figures above); the school's materials describe the financial conditions and require completion of the financial formalities at registration.
- Sibling discount: 5% discount for the second child and 10% discount for the third child on tuition.

Aftercare, lunch and other recurring extras

- Aftercare (term aftercare) is charged from EUR 7 per half‑hour and EUR 11 per hour; childcare after school is available on request.
- School lunch is priced at EUR 175 per month; an alternative lunch‑box option is listed at EUR 515 per year.

Boarding fees

- Prunelle School operates as a day kindergarten and elementary school; no boarding program or boarding fees are listed.

Other costs and optional activities

- Extracurricular programmes and holiday day‑camps (English Club, Day Camp) are offered through the school's extracurricular programme; these activities are organised separately and are additional to tuition. Specific prices for these optional activities are published separately.

Refund information

- The school's published fee materials set out registration and the financial conditions required for admission; no separate, detailed refund policy is published within the school fee slides and admissions materials.

Fee payment options

- The school's published fees list the amounts and financial conditions to be completed at registration; accepted payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, cheques, etc.) are not specified in the published fee slides.

Notes on tax and administrative items

- The published materials note that childcare costs may be eligible for a tax refund up to EUR 3,500 per year.

(End of fees overview.)
Academics

Prunelle School Montessori Bilingual teaches Montessori Curriculum for students aged 2 to 12.

Curriculum
Montessori curriculum is designed as Cosmic Education, an integrated, thematic approach that examines the physical universe, nature, and the human experience, developing a sense of community and a love of learning. It challenges students to apply skills in practical life as part of a larger whole, achieving proficiency in a wide range of concepts in depth. The program is structured in three age-based stages: Pre-Primary (2-3 years), Primary (3-6 years), and Elementary (6-12 years), with the formal curriculum organized around Practical Life, Sensorial, Language, Mathematics, and Cultural Activities in the early years. In the Elementary years, students study geography, science, history, biology, botany, zoology, and more through the Great Lessons, while language instruction in French and English is delivered by native speakers. English-French bilingual instruction from nursery upwards is provided by native staff, using Montessori materials in both languages.

Student Teacher Ratio
Each classroom is led by a Montessori-trained head teacher with at least one assistant. The school maintains a strict student-teacher ratio to ensure individualized instruction. Classrooms are organized in three-year cycles to reinforce leadership and mentoring.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school develops the whole personality of the child with love, respect, and independence, providing them with the tools to make their own decisions in a caring and structured environment. Hands-on, self-directed learning, character development, and peaceful conflict resolution are central to the curriculum. The Montessori environment fosters collaboration across age groups, with leadership and mentoring reinforced in the Primary level. The school maintains a low student-teacher ratio to support individualized instruction. A tailored, respectful approach aims to cultivate autonomy, empathy, and social responsibility.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Low student-teacher ratio enables a tailored program. French and English-speaking educators are aware of each child's specific needs.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English-French bilingual teaching from nursery upwards. English is not taught separately but experienced as a lived language. Montessori materials are used in both English and French. Native English and native French staff work side by side.

Mental Wellbeing
Hands-on, self-directed learning supports independence and personal growth. Character development and peaceful conflict resolution are central. The mission is to develop the whole personality with love, respect, and independence, providing the tools to make decisions with confidence.
Parent Experience

History
Prunelle School Montessori Bilingual operates on two campuses: Levallois-Perret and Puteaux-La Défense. The school welcomes children from 2 to 12 years. It is affiliated with the Association Montessori de France (AMF) and the Association Montessori Internationale (AMI). Prunelle School is bilingual English/French and applies the pedagogy of Maria Montessori.

Community
Café & Presentation events are offered to learn more about the school's mission and background. Extracurricular offerings include English Club and Day Camp. The extracurricular program, Prunelle & Loisirs, operates on Levallois-Perret and Puteaux-La Défense with activities supervised by native-speaking professionals.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Prunelle School Montessori Bilingual is a bilingual English-French Montessori school for ages 2–12 with campuses in Levallois-Perret and Puteaux. It operates as a human-scale campus with a low student-teacher ratio and a tailor-made education. It follows the Montessori pedagogy with qualified English- and French-speaking educators. The school offers Pre-Primary, Primary and Elementary programs within a Montessori framework.

Sports Facilities
On-site facilities include a multi-purpose gymnastics room, with access to a nearby swimming pool and park for sports and outdoor activities.

Academic Facilities
The school uses the Montessori Method with prepared environments for Pre-Primary, Primary and Elementary education, and a low student-teacher ratio. Bilingual instruction in English and French from nursery upwards is provided by qualified educators. The approach emphasizes autonomy, self-esteem, and respect for each child's pace and development.

Extra Curricular Facilities
English Club provides weekly English language workshops for ages 2–12 (2-year-olds in the Montessori program, 3+ for others) with activities such as games, songs, theatre, arts and crafts, and storytelling; sessions are taught by native English-speaking teachers on Wednesdays in Levallois-Perret. Day Camp runs year-round with weekly themes; mornings include English classes and afternoons feature artistic activities and day trips, with immersion and opportunities to interact with French and foreign peers; facilities include a multi-purpose gymnastics room, a nearby swimming pool and a park.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Arts & Creative
Day Camp includes artistic activities and artistic workshops. The afternoon is devoted to artistic activities and day trips that expand children's knowledge of music, art and culture.

Cultural & Language
English Club offers weekly English language courses for ages 2 to 12. The program starts at age 2 for Montessori students and at age 3 for children from other schools. Groups are taught by native-speaking teachers and organized by age and English level. Wednesday English Workshops are held weekly at Prunelle School (Levallois-Perret), except during school holidays. Activities include games, songs, small theatre scenes, arts-and-crafts, and storytelling.

Social & Hobbies
Day Camp offers sports, artistic workshops, and cultural day trips. The workshops promote interaction among French and foreign children. The program provides opportunities for social interaction and shared recreational activities.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Day Camp is a full-time program with weekly themes. Morning sessions include English classes led by experienced teachers. The afternoon is devoted to artistic activities and day trips, with immersion. The program uses the premises' facilities, including a multi-purpose gym, a nearby swimming pool, a park, and a garden, to support physical and cultural development.
Languages

Language Provision
The school teaches in English and French with bilingual instruction from nursery through elementary. Ages two to twelve are served. Montessori materials are used in both English and French.

Bilingual Teaching
The school provides bilingual teaching in English and French from nursery upwards. Native French and native English speaking staff work side by side, and the activities are carried out in both languages. English is not taught separately but experienced cognitively and emotionally as a lived language within a Montessori context. Montessori materials are used in both English and French.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Two-fold admissions process designed to provide parents with the opportunity to learn about the School, its philosophy and policies, and its people. The goal is to enroll families who will both benefit from and contribute to the community. Prunelle School Montessori Bilingual is currently accepting applications for Pre-Primary programs (2-3 years old), Primary programs (3-6 years old), and Elementary programs (6-12 years old) for the 2024-2025 school year. Enrollment is for a full, 10-month calendar year; Applications are accepted throughout the year and acceptance decisions are made on a rolling basis.

2. The Admission Process is as Follows: Parents complete the application and return it to Prunelle School Admissions Office, 18 rue Camille Pelletan, 92300 Levallois-Perret/44 rue Marius Jacotot, 92800 Puteaux. The Admission Office sends an acknowledgement to parents upon receipt of the application and the processing fee. In the meantime, a parent can learn more about the School by getting involved in our: Prospective Café & Présentation (includes presentation and tour). The Admission Committee reviews the application and all necessary information and makes a decision.

3. When the applicant is accepted, an enrollment agreement is sent. A student is formally admitted when the signed agreement and applicable fees are received by the Admission Office, and the agreement is countersigned by an appropriate representative of Prunelle School Montessori Bilingual. Please take care to fill out your form completely and follow the submission instructions. A tuition schedule is available upon request.
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