International School of Paris

The International School of Paris is a co-educational elementary and secondary day school founded in 1964 as a non-profit association and operated by a Board of Trustees (two-thirds appointed and one-third elected by parents). The school is accredited by ECIS and NEASC and is an overseas member of HMC.

Emphasizing individual attention, the class size is limited to approximately 18 students. While the language of instruction is English, all children receive daily lessons in French language, history and culture. Classes in art, music and physical education are part of the regular weekly schedule. Numerous after-school activities are available, as well as a Summer School Programme. The school organizes regular field trips benefiting from the environment of Paris.

The school curriculum at International School of Paris follows models used by major international schools around the world. In the secondary school the curriculum in the first five years leads towards the Cambridge University IGCSE exams. In the last two years all students take courses leading to the International Baccalaureate examination and may also take SAT. The school is implementing the IB PYP and MYP.

The student body at International School of Paris represents 54 nationalities and most of the students have parents working for international organizations - UNESCO, OECD, embassies or multinational companies.

The International School of Paris is located in two private town houses and a former Art School accessible by public transport in the residential area between the River Seine and the Bois de Boulogne. One building houses students from Pre-K to Grade 5, and is close to sports fields, a swimming pool, and recreational facilities. The Secondary School is housed in two almost adjacent buildings and is within easy reach of a diversity of recreational facilities.