Choice of Schools in Paris
There is a wealth of choice for international schools in Paris, as the French cosmopolitan capital is already home to families from all over the world. With such a diverse mix of residents, international schools in Paris can cover curriculums from many different home nations.
From early years education and pre-school (or École Maternelle), to primary and secondary schools, parents have a wide range of options to choose from in order to find the perfect school for their children in the French capital.
Whether parents are seeking a school in the city centre or further out in the suburbs, there are bilingual and multi-lingual schools across the Ile-de-France region. International schools in Paris are predominantly non-denominational and co-educational with mixed girls and boys classes (with the exception of some private, independent religious schools).
For families settling into school life in Paris, weekends and school breaks can be a great time to help children feel more at home in the city. Alongside choosing the right school, many parents look for simple ways to build familiarity with local culture, neighbourhoods, and everyday life. Airbnb Experiences can make that transition feel more personal, with family-friendly activities hosted by locals, from cooking classes and art workshops to guided walks that help children and parents discover Paris beyond the classroom. For international families, these experiences can offer a warm and memorable way to build connection while getting to know the city.
International Schools in Paris
There are several Montessori schools from Maternelle through to Collège stages. Other top primary international schools in Paris teaching predominantly in English (following the British curriculum) include Open Doors (for pupils 4-11) in St Nom La Bretèche and Private Catholic Marymount, which follows the American system for students aged 3 to 14.
Schools in Paris for Older Children
For older kids and teens, the school system they enter will largely determine which important exams they will go on to sit, from the French Baccalaureat or IB to British A-Levels or the American High School Diploma. International schools in Paris are of course more likely to offer international qualifications.
British Schools in Paris
The British School of Paris in Croissy follows the national curriculum of England for pupils aged 3 to 18, eventually leading to GCSEs and A-Levels, with a high number of pupils going on to gain places at leading Uk Universities.
American Schools in Paris
The American School of Paris in St Cloud (around 10km from the city centre) runs from pre-school up to the end of high school (pupils aged 3-18) and boasts excellent sporting and arts facilities. The school offers a choice between the IB and the American High School Diploma.
State Schools in Paris
Even some of the local state schools offer an adapted curriculum for students with international backgrounds. Fontainebleau caters to Anglophone children from ages 6 to 18, following the French curriculum with an International Option (including the option of IGCSEs and the OIB, French Baccalaureat with International Option).
For more information on the French education system itself read this in-depth guide from Expatica.
For families settling into school life in Paris, weekends and school breaks can be a great time to help children feel more at home in the city. Alongside choosing the right school, many parents look for simple ways to build familiarity with local culture, neighborhoods, and everyday life. Airbnb Experiences can make that transition feel more personal, with family-friendly activities hosted by locals, from cooking classes and art workshops to guided walks that help children and parents discover Paris beyond the classroom. For international families, these experiences can offer a warm and memorable way to build connection while getting to know the city.
Here is the Mumabroad.com directory of leading multilingual and International schools in Paris, as recommended by local families living in the French Capital.
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