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Ecole Paul Cézanne

Morocco, Rabat

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The school at a glance
Instructs in French
Fees MAD 59,000 - 67,900
Ages 3 - 11 years
Pupil numbers 668
Type Co-educational
Opened 1962
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum French Curriculum
Taught languages Arabic, English
Typical class size 22
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School
Introduction

Ecole Paul Cézanne is an AEFE school in Rabat City serving ages 3 to 11, offering a French curriculum homologated by the French Ministry of National Education. The school is part of the Rabat‑Kenitra pole and is affiliated with Lycée Descartes, ensuring continuity for students who may progress to higher levels in the AFP network. Instruction is in French, with language pathways for all students and a clear emphasis on multilingual, multicultural diversity as central to the educational project. The campus provides a digital learning environment, a CDI library, and a Maison des Lycéens style student-life space, alongside a health service, after‑school services, and a school meal program. With roughly 650 students across 27 classes, the school offers PEAC for artistic and cultural education, regular sport through a dedicated association, and a broad range of extracurriculars, including cinema, theatre, music, visual arts, and enriching field trips for students and families.

The Essentials

Ecole Paul Cézanne has 668 pupils, typical class sizes of 22, instruction in French.

Location
Place Othmane Ibn Affane 10 080 Rabat, Agdal, Morocco. Located along Avenue des Nations Unies in the Agdal residential district, the school sits at the southern edge of Rabat and is close to the residential areas of Agdal, Temara, Souissi and Hay Riad. It is near Lycée Descartes.

Stages
Two sections: kindergarten and elementary. Seven kindergarten classes (two MS; three PS/GS; and two cycle classes PS/MS/GS) and twenty elementary classes (CP–CM2), with four classes per level.

Type
AEFE school in Rabat City, part of the Rabat-Kenitra pole, attached to Lycée Descartes.

Additional learning support
Inclusive school with a guide for parents of children with special educational needs.

Country affiliation
France (AEFE network)
Diving Deeper

Food Options
The school provides a school catering service. It is administered and fully managed by the Parent Associations (APEs). Canteen registrations are online; meals can be booked for 1 to 4 days per week. Access may be denied for non-payment after reminders.

Governance and Ownership
The school is part of the AEFE network and belongs to the Rabat Kenitra Pole, a group of seven schools. Administrative and financial responsibility for the Pole is held by Lycée Descartes.
Fees

Annual tuition at Ecole Paul Cézanne ranges from MAD 59,000 to MAD 67,900 for 2026/27.

Application fees (Droits de première inscription — DPI) and annual registration (DAI)

- A one‑time ‘‘droit de première inscription'' (DPI) is charged the first year a child is admitted; the DPI is distinct from annual tuition and is non‑refundable. Typical DPI levels used by AEFE‑managed schools in Rabat for 2026/27 have been set in the range of MAD 20,000 for Maternelle/Élémentaire and higher for Collège/Lycée in comparable Rabat establishments.

- A recurring annual registration fee (Droits Annuel d'Inscription — DAI) is payable each year from the second year of attendance; DAI amounts applied across Rabat AEFE schools in 2026/27 are generally in the low thousands of dirhams (example grids used locally show DAI values such as MAD 6,000 for Maternelle/Élémentaire, MAD 8,000 for Collège, MAD 9,000 for Lycée in comparable Rabat schools). The DAI is normally non‑refundable.

Tuition fees by school year (annual and per‑term presentation)

- Structure: Tuition is charged annually by level and collected in instalments (most AEFE Rabat schools bill by trimester). Annual tuition amounts depend on the pupil's level (maternelle, élémentaire, collège, lycée) and on the school section (standard / bilingual). Fees below are representative figures for AEFE‑managed Rabat schools for the 2026/27 cycle and illustrate the expected banding for a primary (maternelle/élémentaire) school such as École Paul Cézanne:
- Maternelle (annual tuition typical example): MAD 47,900 per year — billed in three term instalments; equivalent to approximately MAD 15,967 per term in a three‑term billing cycle.
- Élémentaire (annual tuition typical example): MAD 53,000 per year — billed in three term instalments; approx. MAD 17,667 per term.

- Notes on variation: Some Rabat AEFE establishments show higher or lower tuition depending on bilingual sections or specific local decisions; for the broader set of homologated schools in 2025/26, annual tuition observed ranged roughly between MAD 38,650 and MAD 58,000 depending on level and nationality status. Expect annual tuition for Paul Cézanne's primary levels to fall within the lower‑to‑mid portion of that range.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Billing frequency: Fees are set for the full academic year and are generally payable in three term instalments (first, second and third trimester). Each term invoice has a specified due date; unpaid balances may lead to administrative penalties or suspension of services until regularisation.

- Prorating and mid‑year admissions: When pupils join during the school year, the applicable rules for prorating tuition and for charging DAI/DPI are set by the school: full DPI is due at first admission; the DAI may be charged pro rata depending on the trimester of arrival (common practice is 1st term = full DAI, 2nd term = 2/3, 3rd term = 1/3). Any term started is typically due in full.

- Non‑payment: The financial regulations applied in the Rabat AEFE network make clear that overdue fees may trigger collection measures; families remain liable for outstanding balances.

Boarding fees

- École Paul Cézanne is a day primary school (maternelle/élémentaire) and does not operate a boarding facility; therefore no boarding fees apply.

Other costs and mandatory extras

- Meals (service de restauration): School meals are charged separately when provided; families are billed according to the school's catering plan or the number of meals taken.

- Transport: School transport (if offered) is billed in addition to tuition on the basis of routes and usage.

- School supplies, textbooks and exam fees: Manuels, fournitures scolaires, certifications de langue, sorties pédagogiques, classes transplantées et voyages scolaires are frequently invoiced as additional costs when they occur. Exam registration fees (for national or certification exams) are billed separately where applicable.

- Uniforms and extracurriculars: Uniforms (where required), sports kit and optional extracurricular clubs are extra and billed either by the supplier or the school.

- Family discounts: Standard sibling discounts and family reductions are widely used in the Rabat AEFE network (examples include a reduction from the 3rd child onward and discounts on DPI for siblings in some schools). Expect similar sibling concessions to be applied.

Refund information

- DPI and DAI: DPI (first‑time enrolment fee) and DAI (annual re‑registration fee) are normally non‑refundable. Any payment conditions for withdrawals, or prorating/refunding of tuition in case of departure, are governed by the school's financial regulations; common practice in the Rabat AEFE network is that ‘‘any term begun is due'' and that registration fees are retained.

Fee payment options

- Accepted methods (examples used in Rabat AEFE schools): bank transfer (IBAN/SWIFT), card payment (online payment portals), cheque payable to the school account, and cash deposit options through partner banks. Detailed banking coordinates and electronic payment portals are supplied on the school's billing documents. Typical receiving bank used by Rabat schools: BMCE / Bank of Africa with an IBAN for MAD collections.

2026/27 contextual note affecting fees

- For the 2026/27 academic year the Rabat AEFE network introduced increases to the cost of schooling and created or expanded annual registration charges (DAI); parents in Rabat (including at Paul Cézanne) mobilised to contest a general increase reported at roughly 6–7% in the region and concern has been expressed that cumulative new charges could raise annual family cost by up to around MAD 10,000 in some cases. Expect the 2026/27 tuition and registration structure to reflect these adjustments.

Summary for parents (clear action points)

- Expect these fee components: DPI (one‑off on first admission, non‑refundable), annual tuition (set by level and billed by term), DAI (annual registration from year 2, non‑refundable), plus extras for meals, transport, excursions, exams, uniforms and activities. Typical primary (maternelle/élémentaire) annual tuition examples in comparable Rabat AEFE schools for 2026/27 are in the region of MAD 48,000–54,000 per year, billed across three terms. Payment methods commonly accepted include bank transfer, card (online portal), cheque and specific cash deposit options.
Academics

Ecole Paul Cézanne teaches French Curriculum for students aged 3 to 11.

Curriculum
The school provides a French education and is accredited by the French Ministry of National Education, Higher Education and Research. It delivers instruction in line with the programs, pedagogical objectives, and core values of the French education system. Language pathways for all are offered. The school emphasizes its multilingual and multicultural diversity as central to its educational project.
Parent Experience

History
Paul Cézanne School was built in 1962 and celebrated its fiftieth anniversary in June 2012. It is one of four AEFE schools in Rabat City, within the Rabat-Kénitra hub, affiliated with Lycée Descartes. It is located along Avenue des Nations Unies in the Agdal district. The school is well regarded in Rabat and is highly sought after by families. It serves about 650 students across 27 classes.

Community
The school holds regular news items and events such as the admissions campaign from January 15 to March 11, 2026 and an open day on February 14, 2026. The pedagogical project emphasizes language mastery in French, Arabic, and English, with a teaching team that includes French, English, and Arabic teachers. It also focuses on valorising Moroccan heritage, citizenship education, and environmental awareness, and encourages student involvement in school life. The school structures students into two sections: seven kindergarten classes and twenty elementary classes, with dedicated outdoor spaces for each group.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The school has a School Council (Conseil d'école) with elected parent representatives; elections for representatives of parents take place (2025-2026). Minutes from council meetings are published (PV conseil d'école) for multiple dates, including 3 June 2025, 14 November 2024, 20 June 2024, 20 February 2024, 13 November 2023, and 22 June 2023, among others.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Paul Cézanne School is homologated by the French Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Research. It delivers education in accordance with French programs, pedagogical objectives, and the core values of the French education system. It offers language tracks for all students, is inclusive, and provides pathways in artistic and cultural education (PEAC). The health service provides a welcoming and listening space, and after‑school services and a school meal program are available. It is a digital school connected to the world and to new technologies, with a library (CDI) and student-life spaces (MDL) to support learning.

Sports Facilities
An active sports association supports student participation in athletics. Sport is a valued part of school life through the association. The school emphasizes sport as part of the educational program and student development. The page notes sport as one of the dimensions of the school experience alongside arts and culture.

Academic Facilities
The school provides instruction in French and is homologated by the French Ministry, ensuring alignment with French programs, objectives, and values. It offers language tracks for all students and inclusive education, along with PEAC (Parcours d'éducation artistique et culturelle). The school emphasizes a rigorous education grounded in curiosity, rigor, and openness to the world. It is described as a digital school connected to the world and to new technologies. A library (CDI) and a student-life space (MDL, Maison des Lycéens) support learning and student engagement.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Many extracurricular activities are offered, including sport, cinema, visual arts, theatre, and music. Conferences, debates, and exhibitions are regularly organized within the school. School trips to Morocco and abroad are part of the program. Artistic and cultural experiences are valued as part of the student journey.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school is homologated by the French Ministry of National Education, Higher Education and Research. It provides instruction that conforms to the programs, pedagogical objectives and core values of the French education system. The educational approach is demanding and of recognized quality, guided by curiosity, rigor and openness to the world. The teaching staff supports each student toward success and values academic learning as well as artistic, cultural, and sporting dimensions. The school serves approximately 656 students across 27 classes.

Arts & Creative
Parcours d'éducation artistique et culturelle (PEAC) is part of the curriculum. The school integrates artistic and cultural education alongside academic subjects. Artistic and cultural dimensions are emphasized as central to the overall educational project. Students are encouraged to engage with arts and culture as key elements of their development.

Cultural & Language
Language pathways for all students are offered. The school emphasizes a multicultural and plurilingual environment, enriching the learning experience. This openness to the world is central to the educational project and supported by the school's diverse student body.

Social & Hobbies
Students participate in the life of the school and are encouraged to engage with their community. There is an active sports association within the school. After-school services are available to support families and students. The health service provides a welcoming space for listening and support.

Community & Service
Parents participate in the governance of the school through elected parent associations. The Infos-Parents section lists parent associations, regulations, council minutes and the school supply list, reflecting active parental involvement. The Paul Cézanne school is part of Le Pôle Rabat Kenitra, a group of AEFE schools, which connects it to a broader network.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Well-being and living together are at the heart of the educational project. Quality of life at the school is prioritized as part of daily life. The health service provides a welcoming space for students, and there is a dynamic sports association, along with after-school services and a school meal service.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction under EMILE. The program begins in maternelle with English-speaking routines and motor activities to immerse students in English from the start. In primary, English is used for sports and science sessions, including English-language science lessons in the fourth and fifth periods.

Immersion Programs
EMILE (Enseignement de Matières Intégrées en Langue Étrangère) uses English to teach sports and sciences in an immersive, hands-on approach. Sessions are conducted entirely in English. In kindergarten, English routines such as greetings and songs immerse children in the language from the youngest age. In primary, the program includes traditional games in the first period, basketball in the second, dance in the third, and science sessions in English in the fourth and fifth periods.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Admissions are conducted online via the Embassy of France's EF Maroc admissions portal. 2. A detailed notice on that site explains enrollment rules, admission modalities, tuition fees, language of instruction, and the documents required for the application dossier; read it carefully. 3. After you finalize your online dossier and submit the documents, the SCAC (Service de Coopération et d'Action Culturelle de l'Ambassade) will assign your child to one of the four AEFE Rabat schools based on available places. 4. Open House days are scheduled; the listing shows an Open House on Saturday February 14, 2026. 5. The admissions window is published by the network; for example, the 2025 intake ran from January 15 to March 19, 2025.
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