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Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School
Introduction
Located in Battersea, L'Ecole de Battersea offers a bilingual French-English education for children aged 3 to 11. The school delivers a bilingual curriculum with parallel teaching from the French national curriculum and the English National Curriculum, immersing pupils in both languages and cultures across class, playground, canteen, arts and sports, and outings. It is homologuée by the French Ministère de l'Éducation Nationale, a partner of AEFE, and registered with the English Department for Education; Ofsted inspects the school. All teachers hold English or French degrees and teach in both languages daily. The school serves Pre-Prep (3-6) and Prep (6-11); it opened in 2005 with 85 pupils and now educates up to 265. Facilities include two mezzanine floors housing an IT suite and library, interactive whiteboards, a gym, a large indoor sports hall, and a canteen. From Year 4 onward, students undertake residential trips to France and Great Britain each year.
L'Ecole de Battersea has 259 pupils, typical class sizes of 16, instruction in French, English.
Location
Trott Street, Battersea, London SW11 3DS. The school is located in Battersea, London. It serves pre-primary and primary pupils in a bilingual French-English program.
Stages
Pre-Primary & Primary (ages 3–11)
Type
Pre-Primary & Primary bilingual school
Additional learning support
The school is non-selective and welcomes pupils from diverse backgrounds. Support is provided within class or in one-to-one sessions or small groups by a member of staff. Individual plans from UK or French authorities can be used to support pupils; a Learning Support Assistant may accompany more severely challenged pupils; Occupational/Speech therapy sessions are not funded by the school.
School day structure
School hours start at 8:30–8:45am with doors open at 8:45am. Home time is 3:15pm for most pupils, with late stayers until 4:00pm (doors close around 4:10pm). There are no classes on Wednesday afternoons; home time is 11:50am for Pre-Primary and 12:00pm for Primary.
Bus service
Private School Bus Services are organised by Mark Bennett Ltd. A daily bus runs mornings and afternoons between Lycée Charles de Gaulle (South Kensington) and L'Ecole de Battersea.
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Fees
Annual tuition at L'Ecole de Battersea ranges from GBP 5,740 to GBP 6,750 for 2026/27.
Application & Registration fees
- Registration fee (payable on application): Petite Section (Nursery) – GBP 95 per child (VAT exempt); Moyenne Section to CM2 (Reception to Year 6) – GBP 114 per child (inclusive of VAT). - Admission (offer) fee (non‑refundable) on acceptance of a place: Petite Section – GBP 1,350 per child (VAT exempt); Moyenne Section to CM2 – GBP 1,620 per child (inclusive of VAT). New pupils joining in September must pay their first term fees in advance to secure their place.
Tuition fees (per term) and annual totals (three terms)
- Petite Section (Nursery): GBP 5,740 per term (VAT exempt). - Annual total (calculated as three terms): GBP 17,220 (GBP 5,740 × 3). - Moyenne Section (Reception) through CM2 (Year 6): GBP 6,750 per term (inclusive of VAT). - Annual total (calculated as three terms): GBP 20,250 (GBP 6,750 × 3). - Reduced pattern for Petite Section (3‑year‑olds) — “4 days/week” (no school on Wednesday): GBP 5,630 per term (VAT exempt); occasional Wednesday morning sessions available at GBP 30 per session. Annual total for the 4‑day option (three terms): GBP 16,890 (GBP 5,630 × 3).
Additional services and regular extras (per term unless stated)
- Pre‑primary school lunch (Petite, Moyenne, Grande Sections): approximately GBP 210 per term (VAT exempt). - Primary school lunch (CP to CM2 / Years 2–6): approximately GBP 240 per term (VAT exempt). - Before & After School Care (pre‑primary pupils only): Morning & Afternoon (8:30–8:45 / 15:30–16:00) – GBP 100 per term (VAT exempt); Morning only – GBP 50 per term (VAT exempt); Afternoon only – GBP 80 per term (VAT exempt). - Optional After‑School Clubs: invoiced separately by participation at the start of each term (not included in tuition). - Families with three or more full‑time children receive reductions: 3rd child 15% reduction per term; 4th child 20% reduction per term.
Uniform and compulsory equipment costs
- Primary uniform is compulsory for CP to CM2 and must be purchased from the listed supplier; items and accessories are specified (blazers, cardigans, ties, sportswear, etc.). Certain items (smart shoes, some socks, boots) are not supplied by the uniform supplier and are purchased separately. Pre‑primary classes require a compulsory smock and school satchel; smocks are sold by the school at the start of the school year. No fixed uniform price is published on the fee pages.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- School fees are invoiced per term and are payable by the end of the first week of each term. For the 2025–2026 academic year the term start/payment reference dates shown are: 3 September 2025, 5 January 2026, and 1 April 2026. New pupils starting in September must pay the first term's fees in advance by 1 April prior to starting in order to secure the place. - Any delay in payment after the first week of term will attract a penalty surcharge of GBP 50 for every two weeks of delay; accumulated surcharges must be paid with the term fees. Fees for any term started are due in full. - One full school term's written notice is required for premature withdrawal; failing to give proper notice requires payment of fees in lieu of that notice (fees in lieu of notice).
Refunds and non‑refundable items
- Fees are not refundable in the event of absence or removal of a child. A new pupil's term fees are not refundable if the pupil does not attend at the expected time of entry. Registration fees and admission fees are non‑refundable. The school may require fees in lieu of notice if correct notice is not provided.
Boarding
- There is no boarding provision; the school operates as a day school only.
Accepted payment methods and voucher schemes
- The school accepts employer Childcare Vouchers for eligible 3‑ and 4‑year‑olds and is registered for the Government Tax‑Free Childcare scheme. Specific card or bank transfer instructions are not published on the public fee pages.
Late/penalty and other contract points affecting fees
- The school reserves the right to exclude a pupil with three days' written notice while fees remain unpaid; exclusion may lead to withdrawal and fees in lieu becoming payable. Annual fee scales are published in advance each year and are subject to annual increases. Extra costs for trips that involve overnight stays or travel abroad are charged separately and notified in advance.
Summary checklist (quick reference)
- Registration fee on application: Petite GBP 95 (VAT exempt) / Moyenne→CM2 GBP 114 (incl. VAT). - Admission fee on acceptance (non‑refundable): Petite GBP 1,350 / Moyenne→CM2 GBP 1,620. - Tuition per term: Petite GBP 5,740 / Moyenne→CM2 GBP 6,750. Annual totals shown above are calculated as three terms. - Lunches, before/after care, clubs, and uniform are additional and charged as noted above. - Fees payable by the end of the first week of each term; penalty surcharge and one‑term notice conditions apply; fees are not refundable for absence or withdrawal.
Academics
L'Ecole de Battersea teaches French Curriculum, British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 11.
Curriculum
The school is an international bilingual school following the French curriculum with parallel teaching from the English curriculum. Children are immersed in both languages and cultures throughout the day, in class, on the playground, in the canteen, in arts and sports, and on outings. The school is homologuée by the French Ministère de l'Éducation Nationale and is a partner of AEFE and registered with the English Department for Education. The school is inspected by the Inspector for French National Education and by Ofsted. All teachers hold English or French degrees, with teaching in both languages every day. Pupils aged three to eleven are taught across Pre-Prep (3 to 6) and Prep (6 to 11); the school opened in 2005 with 85 pupils and now caters for up to 265. Pupils born between September and December are equivalent to the English year below.
Higher Education Progression
Following the French system, all pupils who complete their CM2 year (Year 6) have priority to enter AEFE secondary schools across the globe, with London options including Lycée Charles de Gaulle, Lycée Winston Churchill, and Collège Français Bilingue de Londres. Following the English system, many pupils go on to top senior schools in London such as King's College London, Whitgift, St Paul's, City of London School, and Dulwich College. The Prep School route helps prepare for 13+ at schools like Broomwood Hall, Fulham Prep, Newton Prep, and Thomas's Battersea, with 13+ destinations including Alleyn's, Eton College, King's College, St Paul's, Wellington, and Winchester. Local community secondary options are also available.
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Admissions
Admissions
1. Age and intake. We welcome children from three years of age. For the September intake, children who turn three between September and December can start (age 2 years 9 months +), known as rising three's, and they must be potty trained to start. Children born in the same calendar year are placed in the same year group (for example, children born in 2022 could start in September 2025). 2. Waiting list and priorities. As soon as you submit your application, your child is added to the waiting list. Priorities are: siblings (registered within the 1st year of birth); pupils from L'Ecole des Petits moving to L'Ecole de Battersea; siblings of former pupils; children of former pupils. New applicants are listed by registration dates, with the time between birth and registration also considered. 3. Registration fee. A registration fee is payable when you apply: Petite Section £95 (VAT Exempt) or Moyenne Section to CM2 £114 (incl VAT). 4. Offers and admission fees. Offers are sent from October in the year before starting. On acceptance of a place, a non-refundable admission fee is due: Petite Section £1,350 (VAT Exempt) or Moyenne Section to CM2 £1,620 (incl VAT). 5. Fees and securing a place. New pupils joining in September must pay their first term fees in advance before 1 April to secure their place (see school terms and conditions). 6. Registration and visits. The school office is open Monday–Friday, 9:15am–12:00pm and 1:00pm–4:30pm. To proceed with registration, contact Mrs Daniélou to request a registration package. We encourage visits before enrolling; school visits are conducted on Friday mornings from October to May.
Waitlist
Waiting list priorities: siblings (registered within the 1st year of birth); pupils from L'Ecole des Petits moving to L'Ecole de Battersea; siblings of former pupils; children of former pupils. As soon as an application is received, your child is added to the waiting list. New applicants are listed by registration dates, with consideration given to the time between birth and registration.
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FAQs
What curriculum does L'Ecole de Battersea follow?
The school is an international bilingual school following the French curriculum with parallel teaching from the English curriculum. Children are immersed in both languages and cultures throughout the day, in class, on the playground, in the canteen, in arts and sports, and on outings. The school is.
What are the tuition fees at L'Ecole de Battersea?
Annual tuition fees range from GBP 17,220 to GBP 20,250 depending on the year group. **Application & Registration fees** - Registration fee (payable on application): Petite Section (Nursery) – GBP 95 per child (VAT exempt); Moyenne Sec
What age range does L'Ecole de Battersea serve?
The school serves students aged 3 to 11. Pre-Primary & Primary (ages 3–11)
Where is L'Ecole de Battersea located?
Trott Street, Battersea, London SW11 3DS. The school is located in Battersea, London. It serves pre-primary and primary pupils in a bilingual French-English program.
Does L'Ecole de Battersea provide SEN support?
The school is non-selective and welcomes pupils from diverse cultural, linguistic and academic backgrounds. Pupils with specific needs are valued equally and supported to develop reading comprehension, spelling, personal organisation, and social skills. Support is provided within class and/or in one
What wellbeing support does L'Ecole de Battersea offer?
The school places pastoral care at the heart of its ethos; pupils' wellbeing is as important as academic achievements. It teaches values of friendship and respect and fosters a culture of care to support balanced daily life through activities and dedicated days. Weekly drop-in sessions are led by th
What sports facilities does L'Ecole de Battersea have?
Sports lessons take place in a large indoor sports hall and in the school's own gym. Pupils participate in netball, tag rugby, sports hall athletics, badminton and cricket, and there is a football club for ages 6 to 11. From CE1 onward fencing is taught weekly by coaches from Escrime Academy as part
How do I apply to L'Ecole de Battersea?
1) Age and intake. We welcome children from three years of age. For the September intake, children who turn three between September and December can start (age 2 years 9 months +), known as rising three's, and they must be potty trained to start. Children born in the same calendar year are placed in
What type of school is L'Ecole de Battersea?
L'Ecole de Battersea is a Co-educational school with 259 students. Pre-Primary & Primary bilingual school
What languages are taught at L'Ecole de Battersea?
Languages taught are English and French. All teachers come from either an English or French degree, and pupils receive teaching in both languages throughout the day. The school is homologuée by the Ministère de l'Education Nationale and is a partner of AEFE (Agency for French Education Abroad) and i
Is there a bus service at L'Ecole de Battersea?
Private School Bus Services are organised by Mark Bennett Ltd. A daily bus runs mornings and afternoons between Lycée Charles de Gaulle (South Kensington) and L'Ecole de Battersea.
What is the history of L'Ecole de Battersea?
L'Ecole de Battersea evolved from L'Ecole des Petits, founded in 1977 by Mme Otten in London, combining the French curriculum with bilingualism. A dedicated building was established in 1991 to create a home-from-home atmosphere, and the former Princess Beatrice Social Centre plaque remains on the pl
What extracurricular activities are available?
The school stages full-scale annual productions in front of parents. CM2/Year 6 produce a Shakespeare play every year, scripted and adapted by the Drama team in both English and French. Assemblies are held on Friday mornings, where pupils present topics to peers, building self-esteem and leadership.
What are the school hours at L'Ecole de Battersea?
School hours start at 8:30–8:45am with doors open at 8:45am. Home time is 3:15pm for most pupils, with late stayers until 4:00pm (doors close around 4:10pm). There are no classes on Wednesday afternoo
