Ermitage International School
International School in Paris
Quick answer
Ermitage International School Paris is an IB World School with French-English bilingual education since 1941, offering 80 nationalities a unique two-pathway model: French Ministry of National Education accreditation alongside the IB programmes. The school enrols 1,500 students with boarding options. Annual tuition runs $10,000-$18,000 USD (true cost ~$16,000, +14% — Paris's 88th cost percentile). Admissions are open; best suited to bilingual or boarding-considering families wanting Paris IB-French dual heritage.
Key facts
- Curriculum: French, IB leaving qualifications include IB Diploma.
- Tuition: $10,000–$18,000/yr published annual range.
- 80 nationalities expat-heavy mix.
- Ages: 3-18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: IBO, CIS verified.
1,500
80
Available
IBO, CIS
IB Diploma
About Ermitage International School
Ermitage International School Paris: IB and bilingual school in France with education in English and French since 1941. Ages 3-18, boarding options.
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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $10,000 – $18,000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $16,000(+14%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $17,500 |
| Cost position in Paris | 88th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Bilingual French-English school with IB Diploma and French Baccalauréat. Maisons-Laffitte campus. Boarding available. ~700 students, 50+ nationalities.
French, IB
IB Diploma
moderate
Recommended neighborhoods
Maisons-Laffitte, Sartrouville, Le Pecq, Saint-Germain-en-Laye, Poissy
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Paris
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
Bilingual French-English school with IB Diploma and French Baccalauréat. Maisons-Laffitte campus. Boarding available. ~700 students, 50+ nationalities.
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