List of bilingual nursery and elementary school in Paris and the Ile-de-France region

Finding a bilingual school in Paris is now a priority for many families. Learning two languages from an early age allows children to develop not only great linguistic fluency, but also valuable cognitive and cultural skills.

In Paris and the Île-de-France region, there are many bilingual nursery and primary schools offering a variety of educational approaches: international schools, bilingual Montessori schools, and independent schools emphasizing active learning methods.

In this article, we have compiled a list of bilingual schools in Paris and the Paris region to help families compare the different options and choose the school that best suits their educational plans.

Why choose a bilingual school for your child?

Numerous studies show that early learning of multiple languages promotes cognitive development in children.

In a bilingual preschool, children naturally learn two languages through daily immersion. Teachers generally use the "one adult, one language" method, allowing children to develop solid linguistic foundations.

The main advantages of a bilingual school in Paris are:

• early mastery of English and French
• international cultural openness
• development of learning abilities
• better preparation for international studies

Many schools also offer innovative teaching methods (Montessori, active learning, multi-age classes), which promote children's independence and confidence.

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How to select a bilingual alternative school in Paris for your child?

The first step in choosing a bilingual nursery or elementary school for your child is to consider your own needs and preferences. Here are some factors to consider: 

1. Languages offered : some bilingual schools offer a variety of language combinations, while others focus on a particular language pair, such as French and English, French and Spanish, etc. Make sure you choose a school that offers the languages you want your child to learn. Make sure you choose a school that offers the languages you want your child to learn.
2. Teaching methods : find out about the teaching methods used at the school. Some schools favor language immersion, while others adopt a more balanced approach between the two languages.
3. Location : choose a school that is easily accessible from your home or workplace, to ensure your child's attendance is convenient and regular.
4. Reputation : research the school's reputation, academic success rate, and feedback from parents of current and former students.
5. Tuition : private bilingual schools can be expensive. Make sure you understand the costs associated with the school you are considering.

Now that you have a clearer idea of what you're looking for, let's move on to a list of bilingual schools in Paris and the Ile-de-France region, sorted by location, département and arrondissement.

Map of bilingual schools in Paris and Île-de-France

To help families easily locate schools, we have compiled a list of bilingual schools in Paris and the Île-de-France region on an interactive map. You can zoom in on the map to find schools near your neighborhood.

List of bilingual schools in Paris

Paris now has a large number of schools offering bilingual English-French education starting in kindergarten.

These establishments may be:

• international schools
• bilingual Montessori schools
• independent bilingual schools

Here are some examples of bilingual schools in Paris.

Bilingual primary and nursery schools, listed by department. 

Schools in western Paris - 78/92

• BSP - British School of Paris (78)
• Blanche de Castille - B2C (78)
• Busy Bees (78)
• Arco Iris School (92)
• Holisée School (78)
• Montessori 21 Bilingual English School (92)
• EIB - De la Jonchère (78)
• Ecole M - Clichy-Levallois
• Forest International School (78)
• IDSP - International Deutsch School Paris - German School (92)
• IND - Institut Notre-Dame (78)
• L'Ecole des Orchidées (78)
• Les Bons Enfants
• Lindenwood International School (78)
• Lycée Franco Allemand (78)
• Lycée International de Saint-Germain-en-Laye (78)
• Lycée Richelieu (92)
• Malherbe International School - MIS (78)
• Open Doors (78)
• Open Sky International (92)
• Prunnelle School Montessori Bilingual (92)
• Sections Internationales de Sèvres - SIS (92)
• We love Momes (78)

Schools in Val-de-Marne - 94

• School Time
• Les bambins de la Varenne
• Bilingual Montessori School 101
• Le Kaléidoscope International Montessori School
• Les Petites Canailles School
• International Trilingual School of Nogent sur Marne
• Les Petits Bilingues
• Montessori ladybugs
• Bambini Montessori Nursery School

Schools in Seine-et-Marne - 77

• Center Actif Bilingue
• Le Verger d'Elisa - Bilingual Montessori School
• Montessori Here and Now
• Les Petits Bilingues
• Hoyas Valley

Schools in Essonne - 91

• English Tree School
• Nouqa Languages
• Maria Montessori School
• Evolutive Montessori School
• Les Petits Bilingues
• Montessori School 101

Schools in Seine-Saint-Denis - 93

• Ecole Vivante Alternative Eva
• Les merveilles bilingual nursery school
• The Montessori children's house

Bilingual primary and preschools, listed by arrondissement.

• Douces maternelles Bastille - 4th
• Douces maternelles Crillon - 4th
• EMI - 4th
• Ecole Jeannine Manuel - 7th
• Ellipse Montessori Academy - 7th
• Lennen Bilingual School - 7th
• EIB Monceau - 8th
• Eurécole - 8th
• Le Petit Cours du Rocher - 8th
• Wikids - 9th
• La Canopée - 10th
• Cours Molière - 12th
• Effischool - 13th
• Ecole Koenig - 15th
• EIB The Victor Hugo School - 15th
• Ecole Jeannine Manuel - 15th
• Ecole M - 15th
• The Little English Montessori School - 15ème
• Bilingual International School of Paris - 15th arrondissement
• Lily School - 15th
• EIB Lamartine - 16th
• The new angels - 16th
• Galilée School - 16th
• Eurécole - 16th
• Les moineaux school - 16th arrondissement
• International School of Paris - 16th
• Collège EIB Monceau - 17th district
• Lycée EIB Étoile - 17th arrondissement
• Stewart International School - 17th
• Le Petit Cours - 18th
• Ecole M - 19th century
• Living School - 19th

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Whether you opt for a bilingual school in central Paris or on the outskirts, the important thing is to choose the one that best suits your child's needs and aspirations. A bilingual education is a precious asset that will enrich his or her life and future. Take the time to visit schools, talk to teachers, and do thorough research to ensure that your child receives the best possible bilingual education. 

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