Ermitage International School Bordeaux vs International School 33

	E Ermitage International School Bordeaux Bordeaux, France	I International School 33 Bordeaux, France
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €7,875 - 11,340	Fees / year €6,210 - 16,094
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 2 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Bespoke Curriculum, French Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), French Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language French, English	Instruction language French, English
Opened	Opened —	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location 142 Rue Jules Ferry, Bordeaux 33200, France. Just a few minutes from the city centre. The campus is in one of Bordeaux's most pleasant districts. Located in the heart of Bordeaux Caudéran.	Location 47 avenue de la Poterie, 33170 Gradignan, France
Stages	Stages Kindergarten (ages 2–6). Primary (ages 6–11).	Stages Kindergarten (ages 2-6), Elementary (ages 6-12), Middle School (ages 11-16)
School type	School type International school offering bilingual French-English programmes.	School type Private international school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support Small classes (15-20 pupils per class) with personalised follow-up. Tutoring, methodology and remediation sessions are integrated into the timetable to reinforce independence and confidence.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Affiliated with the French national education system.	Country affiliation France
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure Two days per week are taught in French and two days per week in English.	School day structure Full-day program with bilingual instruction. Kindergarten day runs 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. with two French days and two English days; daycare is available from 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
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Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application & Development Fees - Application Fee (New students): First child €580; second child €530; third child €450. - Development fund (one per family): €1,150 (non‑refundable). - First year billing requires payment of: application fee + development fund + administrative fees + annual tuition + any additional fees. Subsequent years require administrative fees + annual tuition + any additional fees. A 7‑day statutory withdrawal period applies. Tuition and Administrative Fees — Annual (by school year / programme) - Administrative fees and annual tuition — standard schedule: - Kindergarten: Administrative fee €375; Annual tuition €7,500. - Primary: Administrative fee €400; Annual tuition €8,500. - Middle school (MYP1 & MYP2 / 6e & 5e): Administrative fee €440; Annual tuition €10,900. - Middle school (MYP3 & MYP4 / 4e & 3e): Administrative fee €500; Annual tuition €12,100. - High school (MYP5 / 2nde): Administrative fee €550; Annual tuition €15,000. - High school (DP1 & DP2 / 1ère & Terminale): Administrative fee €700; Annual tuition €16,500. - Administrative fees and annual tuition — For families (alternative family schedule): - Kindergarten: Administrative fee €450; Annual tuition €10,000. - Primary: Administrative fee €500; Annual tuition €12,500. - Middle school (MYP1 & MYP2): Administrative fee €700; Annual tuition €15,400. - Middle school (MYP3 & MYP4): Administrative fee €800; Annual tuition €16,000. - High school (MYP5): Administrative fee €850; Annual tuition €18,500. - High school (DP1 & DP2): Administrative fee €950; Annual tuition €19,500. - Where monthly billing is used, the school requires payment by direct debit across 10 monthly instalments; the monthly instalment equals the annual tuition divided into 10 payments (administrative fees are charged in addition as indicated). All invoices must be paid by the due date shown on the invoice. Billing schedule, payment terms, discounts and penalties - Required payment method for school fees: direct debit in 10 monthly payments. Families are expected to ensure sufficient funds for these debits. - Sibling discount: 10% reduction on tuition for the second registered child; 15% reduction for the third registered child and any subsequent children. - In case of departure during the school year: written notice of 2 months to the secretary with acknowledgement of receipt is required. - Penalties: any payment incident triggers a 10% increase in school fees for the period concerned; payment delays of more than 30 days may lead to exclusion of the student. Boarding fees - No boarding fees are specified for the Ermitage International School Bordeaux tuition schedule; boarding is not listed among the fees for the Bordeaux campus. Additional costs and optional charges - Before‑ and after‑school care (daycare) — sample time slots and rates (per child): - Kindergarten: 8:00–8:30 €2; 16:15–17:00 €5; 16:15–17:30 €6.50; 16:15–18:00 €8; 16:15–18:30 €9.50. - Elementary: 8:00–8:20 €1.50; 16:00–17:00 €5.50; 16:00–17:30 €7; 16:00–18:00 €8.50; 16:00–18:30 €10. - Uniforms: charged separately (details to be provided by the school). - Meals: not included (lunch box or catered delivery billed separately). - Language options: 1 hour/week €500 per child per year; 2 hours/week €850 per child per year. - French as a second language (French B) where required: €2,200 per child per year (compulsory for students with no French knowledge in primary and middle school). - Extracurricular activities, extracurricular online DP/A‑level classes, external exam fees (HSK, Cervantes, Cambridge, IB, A Levels, etc.), study and cultural trips, and federation membership (e.g., judo) are charged in addition. Textbooks and teaching aids are provided; other supplies are not included. Refunds and non‑refundables - Application fees and the development fund are non‑refundable. A 7‑day statutory withdrawal period applies. Other refund rules (for example related to mid‑year departures) follow the school's financial regulations and require the stipulated written notice. Fee payment options - The school requires payment of tuition by direct debit on 10 monthly instalments; invoices must be paid by the invoice due date. No other specific payment methods (credit card or bank transfer) are listed in the fee schedule.	Fee details Application / initial registration fees - First registration fee (per child): EUR 600 (1st child), EUR 549 (2nd child), EUR 466 (3rd child). - Family development fund (one-off, per family): EUR 983. - These initial costs are indicated as non‑refundable; an initial withdrawal period of 7 days applies to the registration. Tuition fees by school level (2025–2026) — annual totals and instalments Note: fees are shown by household income category. The school applies 6 categories based on taxable reference income to determine the fee level. Tuition is invoiced as an annual total and is paid by monthly direct debit over 10 instalments (see Payment Terms). Annual totals below include the administrative charge shown on the school fee grid. - Category 1 (Taxable income up to EUR 54,000): - Kindergarten (2–6 years): Admin EUR 155; School EUR 6,210; Annual total EUR 6,365 (≈ EUR 637/month). - Elementary (6–12 years): Admin EUR 207; School EUR 6,831; Annual total EUR 7,038 (≈ EUR 704/month). - Middle school (12–15 years): Admin EUR 259; School EUR 7,452; Annual total EUR 7,711 (≈ EUR 771/month). - High School (15–18 years): Admin EUR 414; School EUR 8,073; Annual total EUR 8,487 (≈ EUR 849/month). - Category 2 (EUR 54,001–EUR 73,516): - Kindergarten: Admin EUR 176; School EUR 6,728; Annual total EUR 6,904 (≈ EUR 690/month). - Elementary: Admin EUR 207; School EUR 7,400; Annual total EUR 7,607 (≈ EUR 761/month). - Middle school: Admin EUR 279; School EUR 8,073; Annual total EUR 8,352 (≈ EUR 835/month). - High School: Admin EUR 435; School EUR 8,746; Annual total EUR 9,181 (≈ EUR 918/month). - Category 3 (EUR 73,517–EUR 120,000): - Kindergarten: Admin EUR 207; School EUR 7,245; Annual total EUR 7,452 (≈ EUR 745/month). - Elementary: Admin EUR 259; School EUR 7,970; Annual total EUR 8,229 (≈ EUR 823/month). - Middle school: Admin EUR 311; School EUR 8,694; Annual total EUR 9,005 (≈ EUR 901/month). - High School: Admin EUR 466; School EUR 9,522; Annual total EUR 9,988 (≈ EUR 999/month). - Category 4 (EUR 120,001–EUR 158,122): - Kindergarten: Admin EUR 228; School EUR 7,814; Annual total EUR 8,042 (≈ EUR 804/month). - Elementary: Admin EUR 279; School EUR 8,591; Annual total EUR 8,870 (≈ EUR 887/month). - Middle school: Admin EUR 331; School EUR 9,419; Annual total EUR 9,750 (≈ EUR 975/month). - High School: Admin EUR 486; School EUR 10,350; Annual total EUR 10,836 (≈ EUR 1,084/month). - Category 5 (EUR 158,123–EUR 200,000): - Kindergarten: Admin EUR 259; School EUR 8,435; Annual total EUR 8,694 (≈ EUR 869/month). - Elementary: Admin EUR 311; School EUR 9,263; Annual total EUR 9,574 (≈ EUR 957/month). - Middle school: Admin EUR 362; School EUR 10,868; Annual total EUR 11,230 (≈ EUR 1,123/month). - High School: Admin EUR 518; School EUR 12,420; Annual total EUR 12,938 (≈ EUR 1,294/month). - Category 6 (Taxable income over EUR 200,000): - Kindergarten: Admin EUR 311; School EUR 9,108; Annual total EUR 9,419 (≈ EUR 942/month). - Elementary: Admin EUR 362; School EUR 10,040; Annual total EUR 10,402 (≈ EUR 1,040/month). - Middle school: Admin EUR 414; School EUR 12,524; Annual total EUR 12,938 (≈ EUR 1,294/month). - High School: Admin EUR 569; School EUR 15,525; Annual total EUR 16,094 (≈ EUR 1,609/month). Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition and administrative charges are invoiced as an annual total and must be paid by automatic direct debit in 10 monthly instalments. No single‑payment option is required. - All invoices must be paid by the due date. A payment incident will incur a surcharge of 10%. A delay in payment of more than 30 days may result in the pupil being excluded. - Fee category is determined by the household taxable reference income; categories 1–5 require a copy of the tax assessment (TI 2024) to qualify. Without proof by the second week of September, Category 6 will be applied automatically. Boarding - International School 33 operates as a day school (no boarding facilities). There are no boarding fees. Other costs and optional fees - Uniform: not included in tuition; families incur the cost of school uniform. - Meals / Canteen: not included; options are family‑prepared lunchboxes or delivered catered meals (charged separately). - Transport: optional and charged separately. - Language option fees (2025–2026): 1 hour/week EUR 500 per year; 2 hours/week EUR 850 per year. - French Language B (compulsory for students with no knowledge of French): EUR 2,200 per year. - After‑school care (daycare) rates (examples): morning care and evening care fees vary by level and time slot (examples shown on the school FAQ: mornings from EUR 2 / EUR 1.50; evenings until 5pm EUR 5 / EUR 5.50; further hourly brackets listed). - Extra‑curricular activities, external exam fees (HSK, Cambridge, Cervantes, IB), school supplies, study trips, and specific federation memberships are charged separately. Discounts and company support - Sibling discounts on tuition: second child −10%; third child and subsequent −15% (applied to tuition fees). Special company charge‑back rates are available for employer‑sponsored fees. Refunds and contract termination - Initial registration fees and the family development fund are indicated as non‑refundable. A 7‑day withdrawal period applies to the initial registration. - If a pupil leaves during the school year, a written notice of two months (sent to the secretariat with acknowledgement of receipt) is required. Fee payment method(s) - The school requires payment by automatic direct debit (prélèvement automatique) over 10 monthly instalments. Details for company support and special invoicing options are handled by the admissions office. No public listing for credit‑card or alternative payment methods is provided on the rates/FAQ pages. Notes on optional items and penalties - Optional items (uniform, meals, transport, language options, extracurriculars, exam fees, trips) are invoiced separately from core tuition. Late or failed payments incur a 10% surcharge; >30 days overdue may lead to exclusion.
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Bilingual curriculum from kindergarten through to high school. Students aged 2 to 11 learn in French, English, or a bilingual format in a bilingual and international learning environment. Small class sizes support language development, self-confidence, and personalized guidance. The program emphasizes critical thinking, independence, openness, and global awareness, and prepares students to transition to middle school with options for French or international curricula.	Curriculum details IS33 offers the International Baccalaureate continuum starting with the Primary Years Programme from kindergarten, incorporating Montessori pedagogy and English–French bilingualism. Core subjects are taught in both languages with a 50/50 French-English distribution, and two days per week are taught in French and two in English in the primary cycle. Cambridge exams are part of the programme, with Cambridge Young Learners offered and a 100% success rate reported in Cambridge exams, and Cambridge exam preparation provided annually. The four IB programmes are the Primary Programme (kindergarten–grade 5), Middle Years Programme (grade 6–10), International Baccalaureate Diploma (grade 11–12) and Career-related Programme (grade 11–12).
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Small class sizes allow for tailored guidance, language development, and personal growth.	Student teacher ratio Class size is 15–20 students.
Exam results	Exam results Baccalaureate pass rate close to 100% across the Ermitage Education Group. In 2025, graduates from Ermitage International School Paris achieved an average of 34.8 points on the baccalaureate, well above the global average.	Exam results Cambridge exam preparation is provided every year and students take Cambridge English Qualifications with strong results. The school offers Cambridge Young Learners exams, and there is a 100% success rate reported for Cambridge exams in the elementary cycle. Cambridge exam preparation and related certifications are integrated into the curriculum to support students' academic development.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression From Year 6, three pathways provide dual recognition: the French Diplôme National du Brevet and an internationally oriented final assessment, opening doors to prestigious high schools and international programs in France and abroad. An International English Section supports non-French speakers; this route leads toward internationally recognized high school options and universities.	Higher education progression Universities and colleges benefit from IB education, with IB graduates typically pursuing undergraduate degrees and postgraduate studies. IB students are positioned for admission to prestigious universities and programs, including examples such as Ecole Polytechnique, HEC Paris, University of Oxford, and Harvard University.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented Teachers at IS33 work with children who have high intellectual potential, allowing them to develop at their own pace while accounting for their sensitivity and individual needs.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
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Facilities	Facilities
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Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
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Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History —	History —
Community	Community —	Community —
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual —
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision —
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Step 1: Interview. All families are asked to interview, either via an online meeting or during an in-person campus visit. Prospective students may attend but are not required. Families applying to primary school are encouraged to email recent school reports (up to two years) ahead of the interview to expedite the admissions process. Kindergarten applicants do not need to provide school reports. Step 2: Admission Outcome. Following the interview (and receipt of school reports where applicable), our admissions team will confirm the application via email. Step 3: Confirming Your Place. If the application is successful, the enrolment form will be shared for completion. Your student's place is secured upon return of the completed enrolment form and payment of the €400 non-refundable enrolment fee. Please note that advance payment of the registration fees is non-refundable. However, in accordance with applicable law, you have the right to cancel within 7 days (Article L.121-19 of the French Consumer Code) by sending a registered letter with acknowledgement of receipt. Step 4: Admissions Criteria. Applications are welcome regardless of a student's proficiency in French or English. Language development is observed during the first weeks of school. Admissions criteria include motivation, openness and alignment with our educational values and academic history.	Admissions 1. File online — Fill in the application form. The admissions process is open year-round, subject to availability. Admission is based on the application and an interview; there is no academic entrance test. The International Baccalaureate Diploma is recognized by the French state and is integrated into Parcoursup. 2. Family interviews — Meet with management to discuss the educational project and your child's goals. This interview helps assess compatibility with the international bilingual program. You may be asked about your child's learning needs and expectations. 3. Visit the campus — Get to know the school and its teaching team during a campus visit. The visit allows you to see the school in operation and to ask questions about programs and daily routines. A representative guides you through facilities and daytime activities. 4. Decision — You will receive a decision within 10 days of the interview and campus visit. Admission decisions are based on the application and interview; no entrance exam is required. The enrollment decision is communicated with the next steps for registration. 5. Finalisation — Complete administrative registration to finalize enrollment. Provide the required documents and confirm the starting date. Subsequent onboarding information will be provided.
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