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International School of Los Angeles - Los Feliz Campus

United States, Los Angeles

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The school at a glance
Instructs in French, English
Fees $23,840 - 27,600
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1000
Type Co-educational
Opened 1978
Bus Service No
Part of
International School of Los Angeles Lycee International
Academic offering
Curriculum French Curriculum, IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Taught languages French, English, Spanish, Italian, Japanese
Typical class size 18
Strengths Sport, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

The International School of Los Angeles (ISLA) is an independent, nonprofit international school offering a bilingual French–English education for ages 3–18. It operates four campuses: Los Feliz, Pasadena, West Valley Tarzana, and Burbank, serving 1,060 students from 51 nationalities and 36 languages. The curriculum blends preschool through 12th grade French Ministry of Education frameworks with English instruction starting in kindergarten and rising to about 40% by 5th grade. In Middle School, students choose between the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) and a bilingual track; LILA is an IB World School and a candidate for MYP certification. High School offers the French Baccalaureate or the IB Diploma Programme, with most upper-level courses bilingually. ISLA is affiliated with France through Ministère de l'Éducation Nationale, AEFE, and Mission laïque française, and accredited by CAIS, WASC, and IB. Established in 1978, the school fosters truly open-minded, bilingual, critical thinkers who think and act globally.

This campus is part of International School of Los Angeles Lycee International

4155 Russell Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027, United States

The Essentials

International School of Los Angeles - Los Feliz Campus has 1,000 pupils, typical class sizes of 18, instruction in French, English.

Location
ISLA operates four campuses across the Los Angeles area. The Los Feliz Campus (Preschool–5th) is at 4155 Russell Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027, and the Los Feliz Early Learning Center is at 2714 St George St, Los Angeles, CA 90027. The West Valley Campus (Preschool–5th) is at 5933 Lindley Ave, Tarzana, CA 91356, and the Pasadena Campus (Preschool–5th) is at 30 N Marion Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106. The Burbank Campus (6th–12th) is at 1105 W Riverside Dr, Burbank, CA 91506.

Stages
Preschool–5th on Los Feliz, West Valley (Tarzana), and Pasadena campuses; 6th–12th on the Burbank campus.

Type
Independent, nonprofit international school.

Additional learning support
The school partners with the Program for Inclusion and Neurodiversity Education (PINE) to promote inclusive spaces; affinity groups and DEIB initiatives support neurodiverse learners.

Country affiliation
Affiliations with France, including Ministère de l'Éducation Nationale, l'agence pour l'enseignement français à l'étranger (AEFE), and Mission laïque française.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
West Valley campus has a uniform policy for Kindergarten through 5th grade. The uniform is a white or navy polo bearing the school logo or the field-trip T-shirt, worn with khaki or navy solid-color pants, shorts, skirts, or jumper; plain white and navy tops and plain khaki or navy bottoms are accepted as alternatives. Field-trip T-shirts are worn for school-sponsored activities (PE, sports, field trips, excursions), and official uniforms can be purchased through Lands' End with school number 900119140; field-trip T-shirts may be bought at the office.

Food Options
Lunch may be brought from home or provided by independent third-party providers serving the West Valley campus; menus are posted in advance and dietary restrictions are accommodated as prescribed by a physician or dietary guidelines. Lunch may be warmed in school microwaves, and candy, sodas, and energy drinks are not allowed. Preschool and Pre-K have snacks provided under the Childcare Center Food Provision program.

Governance and Ownership
The International School of Los Angeles is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (IRS EIN 95-3363496). It is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), International Baccalaureate (IB), and the French Ministry of Education, and belongs to the CAIS, AEFE, and Mission laïque française (MLF) networks. The School Administration Address is 1105 W Riverside Drive, Burbank, CA 91506.
Fees

Annual tuition at International School of Los Angeles - Los Feliz Campus ranges from USD 23,840 to USD 27,600 for 2026/27.

Application & Registration Fees
- New Family Fee (one-time, per family): USD 1,500.
- New Student / New Sibling Registration (non-refundable): USD 750 per student.
- Returning Student Registration (non-refundable): USD 175 per returning student.
- Tuition Guarantee (non-refundable): USD 325 per student (applies to new and returning students where listed).

Tuition — academic year amounts and installment details (2026–2027)
- Preschool & Pre‑Kindergarten (Los Feliz, Pasadena, West Valley campuses):
- Annual tuition (paid in installments): USD 23,840.
- Annual tuition (prepaid at enrollment): USD 23,340.
- Monthly installment (11 payments, July–May): USD 2,167.27.

- Kindergarten–5th Grade (Los Feliz, Pasadena, West Valley campuses):
- Annual tuition (paid in installments): USD 27,600.
- Annual tuition (prepaid at enrollment): USD 27,100.
- Monthly installment (11 payments, July–May): USD 2,509.09.

- 6th–8th Grade, Middle School (Burbank campus):
- Annual tuition (paid in installments): USD 30,375.
- Annual tuition (prepaid at enrollment): USD 29,875.
- Monthly installment (11 payments, July–May): USD 2,761.36.

- 9th–12th Grade, High School (Burbank campus):
- Annual tuition (paid in installments): USD 33,160.
- Annual tuition (prepaid at enrollment): USD 32,660.
- Monthly installment (11 payments, July–May): USD 3,014.55.

Family Discounts
- USD 500 discount for two enrolled students.
- USD 1,500 discount for three enrolled students.
- USD 3,000 discount for four enrolled students.

Other mandatory or common fees (explicitly listed)
- Elementary Materials Fee: USD 275 (not included in tuition).
- Administrative Fee: USD 40 (not included in tuition).
- Burbank Building Replacement Fund (one-time, per Burbank student): USD 1,000.
- Total non‑refundable deposit due at enrollment (new students): USD 2,575 (this total includes the new student fees listed).
- Total non‑refundable deposit due at enrollment (returning students): USD 1,000 (includes returning student fees plus USD 500).

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Two payment options are offered:
- Full prepayment during enrollment: families who prepay the full sum of tuition and fees at enrollment receive a USD 500 discount; prepayment at enrollment is completed by electronic check. Enrollment cannot be submitted without the required payment.
- Installment plan: required non‑refundable fees are paid at enrollment and the tuition balance is processed in installments over 11 months, from July through May. After enrollment payment, families receive an activation link to create a Smart Tuition / Blackbaud Tuition Management account and must set up that account (account setup is required within three business days of receiving the activation link).
- Many fees are explicitly non‑refundable (see the non‑refundable fee items and total non‑refundable deposit above).

Boarding
- Boarding is not applicable. The school operates four day campuses (Los Feliz, Pasadena, West Valley for Preschool–5; Burbank for grades 6–12).

Other costs (apparel, optional activities)
- An official school apparel/shop is available through the school's apparel portal. Additional optional programs (after‑school activities, camps, educational trips) can carry separate fees; the tuition page lists specific fees that are not included in tuition (for example, the Elementary Materials Fee and Administrative Fee listed above).

Refund information
- Several enrollment and registration charges are explicitly non‑refundable: New Family Fee (USD 1,500), New Student / New Sibling Registration (USD 750), Returning Student Registration (USD 175), and the Tuition Guarantee (USD 325). The published totals for "Total Non‑refundable Deposit" reflect non‑refundable amounts due at enrollment.

Fee payment process & required actions
- For prepaid enrollment: payment is made by electronic check at the time of enrollment and the USD 500 prepaid discount is applied automatically.
- For installment enrollments: payment of the required non‑refundable fees at enrollment is followed by account creation in the Smart Tuition / Blackbaud Tuition Management system; families must activate their account promptly (within three business days of receiving the activation link) to confirm spots. Installments are processed monthly July–May.

Notes on fees not separately itemized on the published schedule
- The published fee schedule lists the primary tuition amounts, family discounts, the one‑time Burbank replacement fee, elementary materials and administrative fees, and the registration/tuition‑guarantee charges. Other incidental or program‑specific charges (for example, certain field trips, optional course fees, external exam fees, or individual extracurricular activity fees) are not itemized on the main tuition page; the explicitly listed fees above are those shown on the school's published tuition and payment pages.
Academics

International School of Los Angeles - Los Feliz Campus teaches French Curriculum, IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Preschool through 12th grade uses a bilingual French–English curriculum. Preschool and Elementary follow the French Ministry of Education framework, with English instruction starting around 20% in kindergarten and rising to about 40% by 5th grade. In Middle School, students choose between the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme and continuing the bilingual program; LILA is an IB World School and a candidate for MYP certification. High School offers two tracks, the French Baccalaureate and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, with FB exams (diplôme national du brevet and DNBi) and IB Diploma exams, and most upper-level courses are offered in bilingual formats. Most students complete either FB or IB, with UC a-g requirements completed as part of upper-level study. Accreditations include CAIS, Ministère de lEducation Nationale, Western Association of Schools & Colleges, and IB World School; the school has four campuses, about 1,060 students, 51 nationalities, and 36 languages represented.

Student Teacher Ratio
Small class size.

Exam Results
2024–2025 School Profile reports: 100% of the French Baccalaureate cohort achieved the French Baccalaureate; 92% achieved the International Baccalaureate Diploma; 74% achieved the Bilingual Diploma (84% of the IB Diploma cohort).

Higher Education Progression
The 2023–2024 Annual Report shows college destinations including many U.S. universities, with 76% of students enrolling in universities in the USA, 6% in Canada, 10% in France, and 8% in the UK and rest of Europe.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school weaves social-emotional learning (SEL) into its mission and daily life. Every space is designed to be a place where students feel safe, respected, and empowered. SEL helps students develop self-management, goal-setting, and perseverance, supporting them to become confident, open-minded, and caring individuals. The approach fosters cultural understanding, empathy, and appreciation for diversity. Meaningful activities and discussions help students listen to diverse perspectives and engage thoughtfully with the world. The Ethic of Care guides the school's practice: take care of yourself, take care of each other, and take care of our community.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school has a Preschool–12th Grade Learning Support Specialist who is a member of the Academic Team and works with students across all five campuses. The role identifies students who learn differently and provides appropriate special needs instruction and intervention based on educational best practices supported by neuroscience. The specialist leads the evaluation process, discusses results with parents and teachers, and liaises with families to understand results and advocate for their child, including referrals for diagnostic evaluation. They collaborate with faculty, parents, public entities, and private contractors to differentiate curricular offerings and implement individualized plans in the classroom, and they provide advice and training on learning differences. They also manage the enrollment/admission testing process and ensure familiarity with federal, state, and local policies regarding special education. Essential qualifications include a B.A. (M.A. preferred) in Special Education or related field, and experience; bilingual in English and French is desirable.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school implements a French-English bilingual program in which students engage in both languages daily. In middle school, students may continue the bilingual program or begin the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP). English as a Second Language (ESL) appears in the secondary curriculum. By eighth grade, students in the bilingual program are bilingual in English and French. English Language Arts is taught as part of the curriculum within the middle and high school programs. The bilingual immersion framework integrates language learning across subjects and daily life. Language immersion is designed so students engage in both French and English throughout the day.

Mental Wellbeing
Wellbeing is integrated into the school's Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging work and Social-Emotional Learning initiatives. The culture of belonging emphasizes wellness and connection, with the DEIB framework guiding inclusive practices that center student voices and lived experiences. Joy is at the heart of DEIB, fostering open dialogue, self-reflection, and curiosity. The Ethic of Care model highlights community building and inclusive spaces across differences, supporting students' wellbeing and personal growth throughout their schooling.

Safeguarding
The school maintains protections to ensure student safety and respectful conduct, including a Positive Discipline Framework (LILA CARE) and an Anti-Bullying and Conflict Resolution Policy. There are clear reporting procedures for incidents and a framework for remediation and interventions to maintain a safe school environment. Campus handbooks outline health, immunization, and safety procedures, emergency readiness, and communications protocols to protect students. The school also prohibits discrimination and supports a culture of inclusion and safeguarding for all students and families.
Parent Experience

History
Established in 1978, the International School of Los Angeles provides a bilingual education in French and English anchored in Francophone culture and an international curriculum. The Los Feliz campus has been at its current location since 1992. The Burbank secondary campus opened after purchasing and renovating a property, with doors opened in August 2013. The school operates four campuses—Los Feliz, West Valley Tarzana, Pasadena, and Burbank—serving preschool through 12th grade as a single institution. The mission emphasizes cultivating open-minded, bilingual critical thinkers who think and act globally.

Community
The ISLA community comprises students, teachers, staff, and families, described as an extended family. Each campus has a Parents' Association responsible for community-building and welcoming all families to engage. Annual highlights include the French Holiday Bazaar in December (Burbank campus), LILApalooza in May (Los Feliz campus), International Day in May (West Valley campus), and Kermesse in June (Pasadena campus). Many events are volunteer-led, with parents serving as association officers and committee leads, annual fund leaders, Parent Ambassadors, Homeroom Parents, Trustees, and more. All parents are encouraged to participate in a way that is meaningful to them.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Each campus has a Parents' Association that focuses on community-building and engagement. The associations host events such as the French Holiday Bazaar (Burbank), LILApalooza (Los Feliz), International Day (West Valley), and Kermesse (Pasadena), and they invite experts to host parenting workshops. Most events are volunteer-led, with parents acting as association officers, committee leads, Annual Fund leaders, Parent Ambassadors, Homeroom Parents, Trustees, and more. All parents are encouraged to participate in roles that suit their interests and strengths.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The International School of Los Angeles operates four campuses: Los Feliz (Preschool–5th), Pasadena (Preschool–5th), West Valley Tarzana (Preschool–5th), and Burbank (6th–12th). The Los Feliz campus sits on six acres and includes a 12,000-volume library, classrooms, science labs, art rooms, and computer labs, along with a large soccer field and outdoor play areas. West Valley has five buildings and a well-stocked central library, with classrooms that have their own libraries and computer areas; the elementary playground includes a soccer field, a basketball court, a chicken coop, and a swimming pool. The Burbank campus houses 23 classrooms, five science labs, an auditorium, a library, an art room, a media lab, and outdoor volleyball courts and basketball courts. The Pasadena campus is a two-story building with 11 classrooms, a dual-language library, a computer lab, and dedicated outside dining and play areas.

Sports Facilities
Los Feliz campus has a large soccer field. The West Valley campus features a soccer field, a basketball court, and a swimming pool as part of its elementary playground. The Burbank campus includes outdoor volleyball courts and basketball courts. Middle School athletics compete in the Arroyo Sports League in flag football, volleyball, basketball, and soccer.

Academic Facilities
Los Feliz offers a 12,000-volume library, classrooms, science labs, art rooms, and computer labs. West Valley features a well-stocked central library and five buildings, with classrooms that have their own libraries and computer areas. Pasadena campus has a two-story building with 11 classrooms, a dual-language library, and a computer lab. The Burbank campus houses 23 classrooms, five science labs, an auditorium, a library, an art room, and a media lab. A variety of learning spaces includes computer labs and media facilities across campuses.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The athletics program includes basketball, fencing, rugby, soccer, tennis, track & field, volleyball, and more. Middle School athletics compete in the Arroyo Sports League in flag football, volleyball, basketball, and soccer. West Valley offers after-school activities, with a schedule published for 2024–2025. LILApalooza is a community event hosted at the Los Feliz Main Campus.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Middle and high school students choose between International Baccalaureate (IB) and the French national curriculum. LILA provides a broad range of student-led clubs that deepen academic engagement. Examples include Model United Nations, Debate, LILA Science Club, LILA Physics Club, and Computer Science Club. These opportunities support critical thinking, collaboration, and authentic scholarly inquiry.

Arts & Creative
The arts program emphasizes skill-building and cultural appreciation. Elementary and middle school students participate in visual arts, music, and theater, with a World Music program featuring African Drumming, Brazilian Samba, Spanish Flamenco, and Middle Eastern Music. High school students have access to professional resources such as an etching press and an analog photography darkroom, and IB students compose music using Digital Audio Workstations. Regular performances and off-campus gallery exhibitions provide opportunities to explore and showcase artistic learning.

Cultural & Language
Cultural and language opportunities are integrated across campuses, including school trips to France, Costa Rica, and Greece. Language clubs include Asian Culture Club, Greek Language Club, ASL Club, Middle Eastern Heritage Club, and other multicultural groups, while educational clubs cover language and cultural topics. The school hosts multicultural events such as the French Holiday Bazaar and Fête Autour du Monde. This global orientation is reinforced through international experiences and cross-cultural learning.

Social & Hobbies
LILA offers a wide array of hobby and interest clubs that foster creativity and community. Most-popular clubs include Model United Nations, Debate, LILA Gazette, Choir, Rock & Jazz Bands, Green Team, and a range of service, creative, and educational clubs. Students can join clubs such as Poetry Club, Photography Club, Art Club, Playing Cards Club, Line Dancing, Tabletop Club, and Mountain Biking Club, or start a new one if their interest isn't represented.

Community & Service
Service Clubs include Key Club, GSA, Green Team, BIPOC Student Union, Protect Paws, PB Sundays Club, Peer Mediation, Peer Mentoring, and Red Cross Club, providing volunteering and community outreach opportunities. The Green Team focuses on environmentally positive practices on campus and beyond. Students participate in service projects and social-responsibility initiatives through these clubs.

Leadership & Professional
LILA provides leadership roles and programs for middle and high school students. The LILA Student Council combines ASB and CVL to serve as the student voice and coordinate campus activities. Students can serve as Student Delegates, advocate for their classes, and contribute to school spirit. Additional opportunities include the DEI Committee and Student Ambassadors who represent LILA to prospective families and support admissions events.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Athletics provide opportunities for physical development and teamwork across K–12, with sports including Basketball, Fencing, Rugby, Soccer, Tennis, Track & Field, Volleyball, and Flag Football. The After-School Program offers a wide variety of activities designed to spark curiosity, including arts, dance, sports, and private music lessons; cooking, taekwondo, and table tennis are popular classes. Camps offer outdoor explorations, sports clinics, robotics, cooking workshops, and trips such as skiing, supporting physical health, outdoor activity, and well-being.
Languages

Language Provision
French and English are the core languages taught. Spanish is introduced in 6th grade. French classes follow the curriculum set by the French Ministry of Education. In high school, the school offers International Baccalaureate and French Baccalaureate programs.

Bilingual Teaching
The school provides preschool–12 education delivered in French and English. Preschool uses a French immersion environment to place children on the path to bilingualism. In middle school, students either continue the bilingual program or begin the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP). By eighth grade, students in the bilingual program are bilingual in English and French.

Immersion Programs
French immersion is a core feature from Preschool Maternelle, following the early French national curriculum within a bilingual context. In middle school, the bilingual program blends French and American curricula, with some courses taught in French, such as French Math. The middle school program also includes International Baccalaureate® MYP. Spanish begins in 6th grade.
Reputation

Accreditations
CAIS Accredited Member — California Association of Independent Schools.
Ministry of National Education — accreditation by the French government.
Western Association of Schools & Colleges — regional accreditation.
International Baccalaureate World School — authorized to offer IB programs.
Agency for French Education Abroad (AEFE) — network affiliation.
Mission Laïque Française OSUI — affiliation with Mission Laïque Française OSUI network.
National Association of Independent Schools — NAIS membership.
Admissions

Admissions
We make the admissions process easy and stress-free. Our team guides families from inquiry to enrollment and provides support at every step. Preschool, Pre-K & Kindergarten (TPS, PS, MS, GS): 1. Book Discover LILA event. The event can be attended in person or online and includes a campus tour while school is in session to help families understand the French–English bilingual curriculum. 2. Apply. Fill out the online application. The deadline for preschool, pre-K & kindergarten applications is November 30. Age is determined by December 31; TPS is for two-year-olds by December 31, Preschool for three, Pre-K for four, and Kindergarten for five. The child should be fully toilet-trained. 3. Interview and enrollment. After applying, prospective students and their parents are invited to interview in February. Offers follow in mid-March. Upon receiving and accepting an offer, complete the online enrollment.
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