The British School of Monaco
International School in French Riviera - Côte d'Azur
Quick answer
The British School of Monaco follows the British National Curriculum with IGCSE and A-Level pathways, with notably small class sizes averaging 10 students. Well-suited to premium-budget families. At $38,500–$38,500/year, it sits above the French Riviera - Côte d'Azur average, reflecting its premium positioning. The student body draws from 25 nationalities.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British taught at The British School of Monaco.
- Tuition: $38,500–$38,500/yr published in EUR, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 10 (max 16) French Riviera - Côte d'Azur international school · 80 students total.
- 25 nationalities top: British.
- Ages: Ages 5 to 14 school day starts at Primary: 08.45 / Secondary: 09.00.
- Accreditations: COBIS verified.
80
25 (British)
10 avg / 16 max
Rolling
COBIS
About The British School of Monaco
The British School of Monaco is the principality's only British, family-owned and run English medium school, delivering a British education in classes that are small by design. Its intimacy means that every child is known, catered for and can find both success and challenge as they flourish. Our aim is for our outstanding team of teacherts to guide our students to become balanced individuals and reflective, resilient and adaptive learners.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states meaningful learning-support provision — still confirm it fits your child's specific need.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- Learning support: moderate
- In-house specialist staff listed
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $38,500 – $38,500 |
| Annual tuition (EUR) | 38500-38500 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $39,930(+4%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $41,430 |
| Cost position in French Riviera - Côte d'Azur | 100th percentile(premium tier) |
British
None at present in Secondary School, but IGCSE will be completed first in 2028 and A Levels in 2030. The British School of Monaco's Individual Programme already offers these qualifications.
Excellent.
French is taught every day and Italian is available as a co-curricular activity.
Various depending on need, but most requirements are for minor adjustments and support.
Yes, a well-qualified and experienced SENCO.
Yes, we employ dedicated EAL specialists.
Primary: 08.45 / Secondary: 09.00 – Primary: 15.45 / Secondary: 16.00
Yes
Yes.
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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At a Glance
Fee Position in French Riviera - Côte d'Azur
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Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: British
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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