Collège et Lycée International Honoré de Balzac
International School in Paris
Quick answer
Collège et Lycée International Honoré de Balzac offers a multi-track French and IB programme. Well-suited to budget-conscious and internationally mobile families. At $500–$3,000/year, it sits below the Paris average — offering strong value. Note: State school with international sections and IB Diploma programme.
Key facts
- Curriculum: French, IB taught at Collège et Lycée International Honoré de Balzac.
- Tuition: $500–$3,000/yr published annual range.
- Ages: 11-18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: IBO verified.
Fixed intake
IBO
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.
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
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —EAL/ESL support for non-English speakers not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- What level of English is required for entry, and what EAL/ESL support is provided for a child still learning English?
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $500 – $3,000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $3,150(+50%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $4,650 |
| Cost position in Paris | 2th percentile(budget-friendly) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
State school with international sections and IB Diploma programme. 17th arr. French Baccalauréat with OIB. Very affordable (state-funded). Selective admission.
French, IB
moderate
Recommended neighborhoods
17th arrondissement, 18th arrondissement, Levallois-Perret, Neuilly-sur-Seine, 8th arrondissement
Reviewed by WhereNext against a named source — some fields may be approximate.
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State school with international sections and IB Diploma programme. 17th arr. French Baccalauréat with OIB. Very affordable (state-funded). Selective admission.
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