Compare Premium International Schools in Côte d'Azur, France

Instructs in English

Ages 3 - 18 years

Fees €15,225 - 26,607

Pupils 480

Type Co-educational

International School of Nice (ISN Nice) is a private, co-educational English-language day school in Nice, part of the Globeducate network. It delivers the full IB continuum for students aged 3–18, with the Primary Years Programme in the lower school, and the IB Diploma Programme in the high school, alongside IGCSE preparation in middle and upper levels. English is the language of instruction, with French taught weekly to all students. The campus on the western edge of Nice opened in 1987 and houses a library, SPACE Centre, STEAM room, Marine Learning Hub, science labs, artists' studios, a music block, and a 300-seat theatre, plus a gym, canteen, and sport facilities including a full-size basketball court, football pitch, tennis and volleyball courts. ISN Nice offers a range of after-school activities and clubs, including drama with LAMDA/ABRSM exams, the Globeducate Academic Olympics, and Model United Nations.

Location

ISN Nice is a private, co-educational day school on the Côte d'Azur in Nice, France. The campus is on the western edge of the city, five minutes from Nice Côte d'Azur Airport, with easy access to the A8 motorway. The address is 15 Avenue Claude Debussy, 06200 Nice.

Stages

ISN Nice provides a full English-language international education for ages 3-18, from preschool through Grade 12. The school is organized into Primary School, Middle School and High School, with High School following the IGCSE and IB Diploma Programme.

Type

Private, co-educational day school; IB World School; English-language instruction; non-sectarian. Globeducate network affiliation.

Pupil Nationality Mix

ISN Nice has around 65 nationalities represented and more than 40 home languages spoken by the student body.

Additional learning support

REACH Centre provides one-to-one support and Individual Education Plans for diagnosed learning needs (ages 3-18). EAL (English as an Additional Language) support is available to help students acquire English.

Religious affiliation

Non-sectarian

School day structure

Hours of tuition are 08:30–15:40 for Primary, and 08:30–15:50 for Middle and High School, Monday to Friday. Lower School Lunch 11:00–12:00; Middle School Lunch 12:20–13:00; High School Lunch 13:00–14:00.

Bus service

ISN Nice offers six school bus routes across the Côte d'Azur, including Cannes, Monaco Fontvieille, Monaco Grimaldi, Nice, Valbonne and Vence.

Application and registration fees
- Application (dossier) fee for new registrations: EUR 690 for the first child; EUR 540 for the second, third and fourth child.
- Non‑refundable Excellence Fund (one‑off at enrolment): EUR 2,000.
- Non‑refundable admission/registration fees for new entrants: EUR 3,200 for Child 1; EUR 1,500 for Child 2; EUR 500 for Child 3; Child 4: EUR 0. Total initially payable for one new child (application + excellence fund + admission fees) is shown as EUR 5,890 (lower totals for subsequent children are published).

Tuition fees by school year (annual and per semester)
- Young Explorers (pre‑K / Kindergarten): Annual tuition EUR 11,400. Per semester (school year = 2 semesters): EUR 5,700. Down payment to guarantee place: EUR 4,500 (deducted from the annual fee).
- Grade 1–5: Annual tuition EUR 14,700. Per semester: EUR 7,350. Down payment: EUR 4,500 (deducted from the annual fee).
- Grade 6–8: Annual tuition EUR 18,315. Per semester: EUR 9,157.50. Down payment: EUR 4,500 (deducted from the annual fee).
- Grade 9–10 (IGCSE years): Annual tuition EUR 21,060. Per semester: EUR 10,530. Down payment: EUR 4,500 (deducted from the annual fee).
- Grade 11–12 (IB Diploma years): Annual tuition EUR 23,550 for Grade 11 and EUR 24,885 for Grade 12. Per semester: EUR 11,775 (Grade 11) and EUR 12,442.50 (Grade 12). Down payment: EUR 4,500 (deducted from the annual fee).

Other compulsory or commonly billed costs
- Canteen (school meals), billed in addition to tuition (annual): Young Explorers EUR 1,348; Pre‑K/K EUR 1,481; Grade 1–5 EUR 1,784; Grade 6–8 EUR 1,911; Grade 9–11 EUR 1,911; Grade 12 EUR 1,722. Canteen fees are non‑refundable in the event of absence.
- Bus/transport: Bus service is an extra, billed in addition to tuition; full‑time/half‑time pricing is set and communicated at the start of the academic year.
- EAL (English as an Additional Language) support (price per semester): Grade 1–5 from EUR 3,092 per semester; Grade 6–8 from EUR 3,387 per semester; Grade 9–10 from EUR 3,771 per semester.
- REACH (individual support): Annual prices vary by need; published from EUR 1,900 per year (case‑by‑case).
- IGCSE/IB external examination fees: charged per exam; indicative range for IGCSE examinations EUR 90–100 per exam (final price notified in April). External IB examination charges apply where relevant.
- Private music lessons: EUR 33 per 30‑minute lesson (price quoted per semester where applicable). World language extra classes: annual prices from EUR 1,000. After‑school activity prices are published each year and billed per semester.
- PTA annual subscription: EUR 130. Uniforms are mandatory from Young Explorers through Grade 10; uniform costs are charged separately. Badge/voucher and incidental canteen items: e.g., canteen badge replacement EUR 15; voucher of 5 meals EUR 75.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is quoted on an annual basis; the school year is made up of two semesters (Semester 1: September–January; Semester 2: February–June). Any semester begun must be paid for in full. Families enrolling mid‑year are charged on a prorata basis, with full month charged for the month of arrival.
- Required initial payments at enrolment (new students): application fee, registration/admission fee, Excellence Fund contribution and an initial down payment on tuition of EUR 4,500. For re‑enrolment, a down payment of EUR 4,500 is requested (to be paid by March 1st for the following academic year unless opting out by the published deadline).
- Payment timing: the first payment is the down payment on enrolment or re‑enrolment; a second payment is due at the end of August; the remaining balance is payable according to the payment option selected. The school allows payment in 1 or 2 instalments by bank transfer, and via direct debit (SEPA) in 3, 6 or 9 instalments (direct debit is preferred from a French bank account but SEPA from listed countries is accepted). All bank charges are at the payer's expense.

Late payment and debt recovery
- Late payment interest and penalties: interest is charged at the legal rate plus two percentage points and a late‑payment penalty of 10% of the unpaid invoice is applied automatically for missed deadlines. Debt‑recovery administrative charges are applied in stages (several reminder letters free; later reminders and formal actions carry fees—for example, reminder letters and final recovery charges up to the specified amounts; a bailiff command can incur higher costs). Fees for returned direct debits or unpaid cheques are charged. Non‑payment may result in exclusion from classes and the immediate payability of all outstanding sums.

Refunds, cancellations and early departure
- Application fees, registration/admission fees and the Excellence Fund are non‑refundable. The EUR 4,500 down payment may be refunded if the family cancels by registered letter within 15 days of the student's admission date; beyond 15 days amounts paid at enrolment are generally not refunded. In special circumstances (for example, the school proposes an educational arrangement or directs a student to education not provided at ISN, or for Grade 5 and Grade 8 students who obtain a place in a French state collège/lycée under the rules described), the school will refund sums already paid as set out in the financial terms.
- Early departures by parents require 90 days' (3 months) written notice by registered letter; any semester during which the child attends must be paid in full. Amounts paid will not be refunded in the normal course. Expulsion for breach of obligations does not entitle the family to a refund of fees already paid.

Boarding
- Boarding is not applicable: ISN operates as a private day international school; no boarding fee schedule is published.

Fee payment options and practical notes
- Accepted methods of payment: cash (subject to legal limits), bank transfer (typically in one or two instalments; all bank charges at payer's expense), SEPA direct debit (from eligible European/associated countries) arranged for payment in 3, 6 or 9 instalments, and credit card payments (Visa, Mastercard). Families who choose direct debit must provide bank details and, where required, a Relevé d'Identité Bancaire or SEPA form. Charges for rejected debits apply.
- Sibling discounts: a 10% reduction on tuition is applied from the third child enrolled (subject to conditions) and a 20% reduction from the fourth child enrolled (subject to conditions).

(Values and terms above reflect the published fee schedule and the school's financial terms for the current academic year.)

Boarding Arrangements

Day school.

Uniform Requirement

A school uniform is required for Young Explorers to Grade 10. The uniform consists of a white polo shirt and a zipped hoodie with the school logo, plus a PE kit. Bottoms must be navy blue and smart/tailored; shoes should be a single color; jeans, leggings, tracksuit bottoms, mini skirts, flip flops or sliders are not allowed. Grades 11 and 12 follow a smart casual dress code.

Food Options

ISN Nice provides daily school meals served in the on-campus canteen, following national health guidelines to ensure a balanced, hot meal at lunchtime; microwaves are available for students who wish to heat food. Lower, middle and high school students may register for the school food service, and preschool children have seated service. Students may also bring lunches from home to eat under supervision.

House System

ISN has a four-house system: House of Ares (Red), House of Apollo (Yellow), House of Poseidon (Blue), and House of Athena (Green). Students remain in the same House across Primary, Middle and High School, earn points for achievements, and Fridays feature Spirit Day where colors represent each House.

Governance and Ownership

ISN Nice is a private IB World School and a member of Globeducate, a leading international K12 education group with 65+ schools in 11 countries.

Curriculum

ISN Nice offers an IB-based curriculum for ages 3–18. The lower school follows the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP); the middle school uses the ISN Middle School Programme and prepares students for IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme (IB DP); the high school follows the IGCSE curriculum and the IB Diploma Programme (IB DP). ISN Nice has been an IB World School since 1990. English is the language of instruction and all students study French with five weekly French sessions.

Exam Results

In 2025, 100% of graduates who applied to university received offers. The average IB Diploma score was 32 out of 45, and the highest score achieved was 40 out of 45. The IB Certificate and High School Diploma both posted a 100% pass rate in 2025.

Higher Education Progression

ISN alumni have gone on to pursue higher education at top colleges and universities all over the world.

Gifted and Talented

The REACH Centre provides individualized educational support for students aged 3–18 with diagnosed learning needs, including giftedness.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The Essentials Curriculum is a modern PSHE programme focusing on well-being, mental health and life skills. L'écouterie is a safe space to meet the school counsellor for confidential support. The school organises events related to mental health and well-being, and runs community projects to develop empathy, teamwork and leadership. A CAS Pastoral Team supports older students and Student Facilitators help new students integrate. A Ludothèque provides a calm space for relaxation, with a focus on emotional wellbeing across the school.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The REACH Centre provides individualised educational support for students aged 3–18 with diagnosed learning needs to access the curriculum. One-to-one tuition is available up to twice a week (at additional cost) with a recent Educational Psychologist assessment. The Director of Inclusion coordinates this process and supports exam accommodations for IGCSE and IB. Diagnoses include Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, ADHD, Dyscalculia, executive functioning difficulties, sensory needs and giftedness; an Individual Education Plan is created to meet each student's needs.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English is the language of instruction; however, all students learn French with five French sessions per week according to their level. English and French are taught from Pre-K to Grade 12, Spanish is taught in the Middle School and is optional in grades 9–12. Additional languages can be studied at extra cost.

Mental Wellbeing

The Essentials Curriculum addresses well-being, mental health and life skills. L'écouterie provides confidential counselling with a school counsellor. The school organises mental health events and supports wellbeing through community projects and a dedicated CAS pastoral team; Ludothèque offers a quiet space for relaxation and reflection to promote balance and mental health.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is a core commitment with policy documents available through the ISN Policies page. The ISN Safeguarding Policy was revised January 2025. Safeguarding leadership is provided by the Director of Student Life and Safeguarding. Other safeguarding policies cover behaviour, anti-bullying, attendance and medical/first aid; Every student deserves to feel safe at school and will be supported as needed.

Admissions

1. Start online application for in-year admissions (2025-2026) or begin the process for 2026-2027. Applications can be submitted at any time. If a school place is available, a new student may join mid‑semester. The curriculum is taught in English to serve the international community on the Côte d'Azur. 2. Prepare the documents required to apply online, as listed in Requirements. Gather the documents in advance to avoid delays. The admissions team can answer questions as needed. 3. Understand grade placement: ISN Nice follows the American system for labeling class levels. Preschool through high school; students join the grade corresponding to their age as of 1 September; a grade equivalency chart is available. 4. Admission decisions are based on: the availability of a place at the appropriate grade level; ISN's ability to meet the student's needs; the student's ability to fulfil ISN programme requirements. ISN Nice operates a small community with class sizes up to 23 and maintains a waiting list. 5. Ready to discover our school further or apply? See How to Apply to book an in-person/virtual open morning or a personalised tour; the documents required are listed in Requirements. You can also contact the admissions team via the provided numbers.

Scholarships

We do not currently offer scholarships or financial aid programmes.

Waitlist

ISN Nice operates a waiting list. School places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis due to the small class sizes; early applications are encouraged.

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Mougins British International School

Instructs in English

Ages 3 - 18 years

Fees €18,000 - 25,600

Pupils 525

Type Co-educational

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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The British School of Monaco - Early Years & Secondary

Instructs in English

Ages 2 - 5 years

Fees €32,000 - 41,000

Pupils 40

Type Co-educational

Located in Monaco, The British School of Monaco opened in November 2022 as a family‑run school delivering a British Curriculum with English‑language instruction at the heart of every classroom. The school follows the English National Curriculum, adapted for local characteristics, and is accredited and recognised as a Cambridge school. A broad Cambridge pathway for Years 7–11 leads to IGCSEs, followed by A‑Levels, with English as the language of instruction throughout. French is taught from Year 1 to Year 6, and the school offers an Individual Programme to tailor secondary, IGCSE and A‑Level pathways to individual learners. The campus comprises a primary site with indoor spaces and a nearby recreation area at the Modelex site, owned by the school and recognised by authorities, with a planned secondary site atop a cliff beside Jardin Exotique connected by a lift to shorten travel between sites. Facilities include spacious classrooms for up to sixteen pupils, whiteboards and interactive smartboards, a well‑stocked library and access to a swimming pool and local stadia for PE. The school runs a house system, a diverse enrichment programme, and participates in activities such as the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, off‑site trips, and reading initiatives.

Location

Monaco, with multiple campus locations: Early Years and Secondary at 31, Avenue Hector OTTO, 98000 MONACO; Primary at 8, Avenue de Fontvieille, 98000 MONACO; Individual Programme and Modelex at 11, Rue du Gabian – 3rd Floor, 98000 MONACO.

Stages

Early Years; Primary School; Secondary School; Individual Programme (IP); Modelex.

Type

family-run British Curriculum school (English-language instruction).

Country affiliation

United Kingdom

School day structure

School day starts at 09:00 (08:45 for Early Years); ends at 15:15 with optional pick-up until 15:45; lunch at 12:15; Wednesday afternoons are no lesson time.

Application fee

- Application Fee: €600 per student, payable at the point of application. The Application Fee covers the costs of the application process (including assessments) and is non-refundable.

Registration fee

- Registration Fee: €3,000 per student, payable when a place is offered to reserve the place. The Registration Fee is due within seven days of the invoice and is a one-time, non-refundable payment.

Tuition fees (annual) by year group

- Early Years: €32,000 per student per year.
- Primary & Lower Secondary (up to Year 9): €39,500 per student per year.
- Upper Secondary (from Year 10): €41,000 per student per year.

Per-instalment billing (re-enrolment schedule and example instalments)

- Re-enrolment invoices are issued in February each year. For re-enrolment, the published payment schedule is two instalments: Instalment 1 = 40% of the annual Tuition Fee and Instalment 2 = 60% of the annual Tuition Fee. Instalment due dates given for the re-enrolment schedule are 2 March 2026 (40%) and 29 May 2026 (60%). Amounts for those instalments are calculated from the annual fees as follows:
- Early Years: 40% = €12,800; 60% = €19,200.
- Primary & Lower Secondary: 40% = €15,800; 60% = €23,700.
- Upper Secondary: 40% = €16,400; 60% = €24,600.

Term-equivalent amounts (simple division of annual fee into three terms)

- If the annual fee is divided into three equal school terms, the term-equivalent amounts are:
- Early Years: €10,666.67 per term (annual ÷ 3).
- Primary & Lower Secondary: €13,166.67 per term (annual ÷ 3).
- Upper Secondary: €13,666.67 per term (annual ÷ 3).

What the Tuition Fee includes

- Annual tuition fees include: tuition; stationery, books and learning materials; school lunches; in-school technology and learning technology access; and school trips within Monaco.

Additional / optional charges

- School uniforms are not included in the Tuition Fee and must be paid for separately.
- Additional fees may be charged for musical instrument lessons, some extracurricular and enrichment activities, and for any additional learning support required beyond standard provision; these are charged on an individual basis.
- Students who join mid-year are charged a pro-rated portion of the Tuition Fee according to the school's late-registration percentages: up to end of December = 100% of annual fee; on or after 1 January but prior to 1 April = 60% of annual fee; on or after 1 April = 30% of annual fee.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Application Fee is payable at the application stage. Registration Fee is due within seven days of the registration invoice and a place is reserved only once the Registration Fee has been paid. Tuition Fee for each year is invoiced (the first year invoiced on a one-time basis; payment stages will be shown on the invoice). Re-enrolment invoices are issued in February with the re-enrolment instalment schedule described above. Only when total fees have been paid by the expected date will a student be permitted to attend.

Refund and withdrawal policy

- The Application Fee and Registration Fee are non-refundable. The Tuition Fee is non-refundable. Under the school's terms, under no circumstances will School Fees be refunded for cancelled enrolment, withdrawal, or early departure. If a student leaves and later wishes to return, a new application and payment of the then-applicable Application Fee and Registration Fee are required.

Fee payment options and payer conditions

- Accepted payment methods: bank transfer to MODELEX SARL at BNP Paribas (IBAN: MC58 3000 4091 7000 0105 4308 376, BIC: BNPAMCM1XXX) or cheque payable to MODELEX drawn on a bank in Monaco or France. No cash payments are accepted.
- If a third party is paying, the payer must be a relative or a company/entity with a declaration form and supporting documentation; the school may request identification of the ultimate beneficial owner and additional banking information. Payments must generally come from the person registered as a parent unless the required declaration forms are completed and accepted.

Boarding

- Boarding is not provided. The school operates daytime hours (school day begins at 09:00 with children received from 08:45 and the day ending at 15:15, with flexible pick-up until 15:45). All published practical information describes day-school operation.

Other key practical points on fees

- The school reserves the right to charge separately for external assessments and any additional support or services arranged with outside agencies; such charges are payable by parents.

- A place for the following year is only reserved once the first re-enrolment instalment has been received by the due date; the place is definitively secured when the second instalment is received by its due date.

Uniform Requirement

The school has an official uniform. Students wear the official school uniform each day; PE kit is worn on days with games.

Food Options

Lunch is provided from 12:15; school lunches are included in tuition.

House System

Students are allocated a house on entry and remain with that house throughout their time at the school. The House names are Sullivan (Blue), Nightingale (Green), Plouhinec (Yellow) and Newton (Red). House Points are awarded through Class Dojo, and staff wear house shirts during inter-house competitions.

Governance and Ownership

The British School of Monaco is a family-run school. It has a Board of Governors that oversees the school's mission and vision, monitors strategic plans, and supports the quality of education.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The British School of Monaco develops strong British social, moral, cultural, intellectual, emotional and spiritual values within a framework of physical and mental health. The learner profile emphasises Reflective, Resilient, Adaptable and Balanced traits that guide personal development and learning. PSHCE and wellbeing initiatives support resilience, empathy and connection across the school community.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Learning Support is provided, with specialist teachers able to deliver Learning Support and some students receiving one-to-one lessons. Needs may be identified before joining or during the programme, with assessments and appropriate support considered, including provisions for examinations where applicable.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English Language and English as an Additional Language are integral to the school's provision. EAL is defined as English as an additional language and aims to welcome linguistic diversity, ensure access to the curriculum, and help EAL pupils become confident and fluent in English. English is the language of instruction throughout the school in all subjects, with a broad English National Curriculum offer and Cambridge/Pearson accreditation.

Mental Wellbeing

Personal, Social, Health and Citizenship Education (PSHCE) promotes positive mental health and wellbeing for the entire school community and recognises mental health as crucial to overall wellbeing. The programme includes mindfulness and targeted interventions to support students' emotional wellbeing and resilience.

Safeguarding

The British School of Monaco is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects everyone in the school community to share this commitment. Clear safeguarding policies and designated safeguarding leads are in place to respond to concerns as part of the school's safeguarding framework.

Admissions

1. Enquiry and Visit. The family contacts the school via phone, walk-in or web form. The British School of Monaco provides English language education in line with the English National Curriculum. Prospective parents and their child are invited to visit in person where possible to familiarise themselves with the Mission, Vision and Values and the programmes on offer. Visits during term time are encouraged to observe learning and experience the life of the school. The school normally maintains a maximum of sixteen students per class.

2. Application and Documentation. The family meets with the school founders to understand the programmes and then completes the application form and submits all required documents, along with the Application Fee. Only fully complete applications are passed to the Admissions Team for assessment. The Admissions Team reviews the application.

3. Assessment. Applicants are invited to undertake admissions assessment and interview, appropriate to their age. The Admissions Team reviews the application and the family is advised of the outcome. In the event that the school is unable to accept a student, the Director's decision will be final.

4. Registration, Fees and Start-of-Term Information. Parents are notified that a place has been allocated pending payment of the one-time Registration Fee, and an Enrolment Agreement with an invoice for tuition fees will follow. The applicant is fully enrolled once these payments are complete. The school may withdraw the offer if information relating to the child is withheld at any point, and if a student leaves the school and the family wishes to return, a new application for a place will need to be made. Fees are €600 application, €3,000 registration, and €32,000 for Early Years, €39,500 for Primary & Lower Secondary up to Year 9, and €41,000 for Upper Secondary Year 10+; fees cover tuition, stationery, school lunches, learning materials, in-school technology and learning technology access, and school trips in Monaco, with additional fees possible for musical instrument lessons and some extracurricular and enrichment activities, and further information will be provided ahead of the start of term to ensure students and families are prepared and welcomed into the school.

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The British School of Monaco - Primary

Instructs in English

Ages 6 - 12 years

Fees €32,000 - 41,000

Type Co-educational

The British School of Monaco provides a British Curriculum for day students from early primary through secondary years. Located in the Fontvieille district, the school delivers the National Curriculum for England with English as the primary language of instruction, while seamlessly integrating daily French lessons. The strict class size cap of 16 ensures teachers can provide heavily individualised support to every student. A distinctly unique feature is the school’s "Individual Programme," which caters to students needing highly personalised academic timetables, mentoring, and university entrance preparation. Students also benefit from access to specialized external facilities, such as using the local Monaco stadium running tracks for physical education. Instead of a single traditional campus, the school operates specific hubs for different age groups, including a newly opened secondary premises on Avenue Hector Otto equipped with a dedicated science laboratory, art space, and music facilities.

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