École Montessori Bilingue de Saint-Cloud

Saint-Cloud, France. The school is located at 3 rue de Garches, 92210 Saint-Cloud, in the western suburbs of Paris. Saint-Cloud is well-served by public transport.

Nursery (maternelle) and Primary School.

Private Montessori bilingual school (French-English).

100 children from all nationalities.

Montessori pedagogy guides the program in Saint-Cloud, with bilingual instruction in French and English from preschool through primary. Preschool (2½–5 years) uses mixed-age groups with small classes of 10–14 children and two teachers (French-speaking and English-speaking) sharing responsibility, with a 50%/50% time split between languages. The preschool day includes presentation of materials, language workshops, and routine activities in French and English, with lunch and recess supporting immersion. Primary school begins at age 5 with CP2 in a two-year CP cycle; classes are small (15–18 students) and organized into mixed-grade groups (CP2–CP, CE1–CE2, CM1–CM2) to foster autonomy, reflection, and independent learning, with no written homework at home. Daily English instruction is provided by native English-speaking teachers, with English taught progressively from CP2 onward and many subjects taught in English in CM.

Preschool class sizes are 10–14 children, taught by two teachers (French-speaking and English-speaking) with a 50/50 language split. Primary classes have 15–18 students with daily English instruction by native English-speaking teachers.

Public middle schools may be entered by application in Hauts-de-Seine, and private middle schools may be entered with or without entrance examinations; guidance meetings with the Head of School and teachers help families choose the best path.

The school fosters autonomy and respects each child's pace within a structured and supportive environment. Respect for others and dialogue are cornerstones of the school's values. Bilingualism opens children to the world, supporting social interaction in a multilingual community.

The preschool and primary sections are bilingual in French and English, with education delivered by bilingual teachers.

Pre-admission application collects the names of both parents, the address, phone number, and email. The form asks for the number of children to register, the expected start date, the child's mother tongue, and any other language of communication at home or at school. It also asks about current schooling or socialization, the reasons for interest, and whether the school was recommended by a family. By submitting this form, you agree to the school's privacy policy and that personal information will be used confidentially by Saint-Cloud Bilingual Montessori School.

Admission interview is conducted with both parents in the presence of the child (mandatory for primary school, recommended for preschool). It is strongly recommended to review the full brochure prior to the interview. The interview aims to present the school, show the facilities, and ensure that the educational project aligns with your vision for your child's education. The outcome of the interview informs the next steps in the enrollment process.

Enrollment form is provided after the interview, upon request and subject to approval by the Head of School. It must be returned completed, dated, and signed, along with two photos of the child, a copy of the up-to-date vaccination record, and payment. Enrollment becomes official upon submission and approval by the Head of School.

Fees and payment: Tuition for 2025-2026 includes an annual registration fee of €450 per family and monthly fees of €700 for preschool or €750 for primary (CP2 onwards). There is a 20% discount on monthly fees for the third child enrolled, and an optional afterschool program costs €100 per month. Payment schedules: At registration, the non-refundable annual registration fee and the September payment are due; monthly direct debits are due on the 25th of each month from September to May; a quarterly option is available with payments in Oct-Dec, Jan-Mar, and Apr-Jun.