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Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Early Years, Primary School
Introduction
Le Petit Cours du Rocher is a private bilingual school in Paris serving children from age 2 to 11. Founded in 1953, it operates two campuses in Paris and offers a bilingual immersion program with 50% instruction in French and 50% in English, taught by native language specialists. The curriculum blends the aims of the French Education Nationale with the British Curriculum, and mathematics follows the Singapore Math Method from preschool through CM2, with concepts introduced in the morning and revisited in other language. English is taught by a native speaker while other subjects are delivered in both languages. The school emphasizes well-being and small class sizes—typically about 20 students per level—supported by staff trained in Positive Discipline. On-site FabLab supports STEM learning, including Engineering for Kids, and coding begins in Year 1. Hours are 8:30 am to 5:45 pm, with a family-like atmosphere and festive celebrations for families alike.
Le Petit Cours du Rocher - Rue du Rocher has instruction in French, English.
Location
Locations: Le Petit Cours du Rocher operates two campuses in Paris: 53 Rue du Rocher, 75008 Paris, and 230 Rue Faubourg Saint-Honoré, 75008 Paris. Both are located in central Paris in the 8th arrondissement.
Stages
Levels: Preschool (prematernelle), kindergarten (maternelle) and primary. Rue du Rocher is a bilingual preschool campus; Faubourg Saint-Honoré provides a bilingual preschool and primary program. Bilingual immersion is 50/50 French/English, delivered by native teachers.
Type
Private bilingual school offering French-English education, founded in 1953. It operates two campuses in Paris.
Country affiliation
France
School day structure
The day runs from 8:30 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
Fees
Application fees
- No publicly posted, official application or registration fee amount is available for the current academic year on the school's public pages.
Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- The school does not publish a detailed fee schedule by year group or per term on its publicly accessible pages. No official per-term or per-year tuition figures for each class (pre‑nursery / nursery / kindergarten / primary) are posted. - A recent third‑party education article lists an estimated annual tuition figure of EUR 7,640 for Le Petit Cours du Rocher (presented as an external estimate rather than an official school figure). This is a third‑party published estimate and not an official school tariff. - Other independent school listings place the school within a mid-range category for Paris bilingual maternelles (annual tuition categories rather than precise school-published amounts). These are summary classifications and not official, itemised fee tables.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- No publicly posted billing schedule (termly/annual instalments, due dates, deposit amounts, re‑enrolment fees) or formal payment terms are available on the school's public pages.
Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable. Le Petit Cours du Rocher operates as a day bilingual preschool/kindergarten/primary school with daily opening hours and after‑school care; there is no boarding provision described.
Other costs and fees
- Extra‑curricular activities (Wednesday Club, Kids' Corner, Engineering for Kids, language initiation, choir, sports, etc.) are organised outside the taught programme and are explicitly stated as not included in the school's tuition. These activities are billed separately. - Lunch and catering: lunches are prepared by an external caterer with menus designed by a dietician and approximately 50% organic ingredients. The school accepts lunch boxes; whether lunch is included in tuition or charged separately is not published. - Uniforms: the school states that students do not wear uniforms; there is therefore no uniform purchase requirement. - After‑school care / garderie: after‑school care and supervised study are offered; the school describes these services but does not publish separate fees for them on public pages.
Refund information
- No publicly available refund or withdrawal policy (refund of deposits, pro‑rata tuition refunds, or conditions for fee reimbursement) is published on the school's public pages.
Fee payment options
- The school's public pages do not list accepted payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, direct debit, cheque) or banking details.
Practical contact details for fee enquiries (for inclusion in a database)
- Le Petit Cours du Rocher – Rue du Rocher: 53 rue du Rocher, 75008 Paris. Phone: +33 (1)45 22 40 59. Email: rocher@petitcoursdurocher.com. - Le Petit Cours du Rocher – Faubourg St‑Honoré: 230 rue Faubourg Saint‑Honoré, 75008 Paris. Phone: +33 (1)80 98 46 55. Email: saint.honore@petitcoursdurocher.com.
Brief note on availability of precise amounts
- The school's public pages do not contain an itemised fee schedule for the current academic year (application fee, per‑year / per‑term tuition by year group, billing calendar, payment methods, refund rules). The only specific numeric reference located in public sources is a third‑party estimate of annual tuition (EUR 7,640) published by an education article; this should be treated as an external estimate rather than an official school fee.
Academics
Le Petit Cours du Rocher - Rue du Rocher teaches Bespoke Curriculum, French Curriculum for students aged 3 to 11.
Curriculum
The school serves preschool (2 to 3 years), Nursery (3 to 6 years) and Primary (6 to 11 years). The curriculum is bilingual French-English with 50% instruction in French and 50% in English by native teachers. The curriculum combines the objectives of the French Education Nationale and the British Curriculum. English instruction is exclusively led by a native English teacher, while other subjects are taught in both French and English. Mathematics uses the Singapore Math Method from preschool through CM2, with the morning teacher introducing concepts and the afternoon teacher reviewing them in their language. The on-site FabLab offers 'Engineering for Kids' activities and coding courses start from Year 1. The teaching staff are trained in Positive Discipline, and the well-being of students and teachers is emphasized, fostering a family-like atmosphere.
Gifted and Talented
Coding courses starting from Year 1. The FabLab provides 'Engineering for Kids' activities.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Le Petit Cours du Rocher places the well‑being of children and teachers at the center of its educational approach. The school offers bilingual immersion education with a 50/50 French and English curriculum taught by native English‑speaking teachers. The environment is described as supportive and family‑like, with staff trained in Positive Discipline to support students' social and emotional development. The program blends traditional and innovative elements and includes festive celebrations that foster community and belonging. The focus on well‑being underpins daily learning and relationships across the school community.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English language instruction is exclusively led by a native English‑speaking teacher. Other subjects are shared in both French and English, creating a dynamic, immersive bilingual learning experience that nurtures students' bilingual proficiency and intellectual growth.
Mental Wellbeing
Well‑being is prioritized for students and staff, with a caring, supportive atmosphere and an emphasis on personal development. Teaching staff are trained in Positive Discipline to reinforce respectful relationships and emotional safety. The bilingual immersion model supports confidence and communication, contributing to a sense of security and belonging. Engaging activities such as the FabLab and Engineering for Kids provide purposeful, hands‑on learning that supports positive engagement and mental wellbeing.
Admissions
Admissions
The school welcomes children of all levels of bilingualism, subject to availability of places. The admission process consists of three steps: 1 – Apply Online; 2 – Interview; 3 – Notification. After receiving the completed pre-registration file, the school promptly contacts families to schedule an interview at the school. Both parents and the child must attend the interview, and for non-residents the interview may be conducted via video conference. Admissions open in October for the following September intake, and remain open throughout the year for bilingual pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, and primary classes. Places may become available throughout the year as expatriate families relocate overseas. Priority is given to siblings of current students, as well as children and grandchildren of alumni. If coming from abroad, check the Class Equivalence Table. The school has two campuses in Paris: Rue du Rocher and Faubourg Saint-Honoré. The International Class Equivalence Table provides mappings between cycles and birth years to English, American, and French equivalents for the school year 2023-2024, including the following examples: Maternelle 2021 corresponds to Nursery (English) / Très Petite Section (French); 2020 corresponds to Nursery (English) / Petite Section (French); 2019 corresponds to Reception (English) / Pre-K (American) / Moyenne Section (French); 2018 corresponds to Year 1 (English) / Kindergarten (American) / Grande Section (French); 2017 corresponds to Year 2 / 1st Grade / Cours Préparatoire; 2016 corresponds to Year 3 / 2nd Grade / Cours Elémentaire; 2015 corresponds to Year 4 / 3rd Grade / Cours Elémentaire; 2014 corresponds to Year 5 / 4th Grade / Cours Moyen; 2013 corresponds to Year 6 / 5th Grade / Cours Moyen.
FAQs
What type of school is Le Petit Cours du Rocher?
Le Petit Cours du Rocher is a co-educational, serving students aged 2 to 11 located in France. The school serves preschool (2 to 3 years), Nursery (3 to 6 years) and Primary (6 to 11 years). The curriculum is bilingual French-English with 50% instruction in French and 50% in English by native t
What curriculum does Le Petit Cours du Rocher follow?
The school serves preschool (2 to 3 years), Nursery (3 to 6 years) and Primary (6 to 11 years). The curriculum is bilingual French-English with 50% instruction in French and 50% in English by native teachers. The curriculum combines the objectives of the French Education Nationale and the British Curriculum. English instruction is exclusively led by a native English teacher, while other subjects are taught in both French and English. Mathematics uses the Singapore Math Method from preschool thro
What age range does Le Petit Cours du Rocher cater for?
Le Petit Cours du Rocher welcomes students from age 2 to 11.
What are the fees at Le Petit Cours du Rocher?
Annual fees at Le Petit Cours du Rocher range from 7,640 to 7,640. **Application fees**
- No publicly posted, official application or registration fee amount is available for the current academic year on the school's public pages.
**Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)**
- The school does not publish a detailed fee schedule by year group or per term
How do I apply to Le Petit Cours du Rocher?
The school welcomes children of all levels of bilingualism, subject to availability of places. The admission process consists of three steps: 1 – Apply Online; 2 – Interview; 3 – Notification. After receiving the completed pre-registration file, the school promptly contacts families to schedule an i
What languages are taught at Le Petit Cours du Rocher?
French and English are taught. The program is bilingual with a 50/50 split between the two languages.
What facilities does Le Petit Cours du Rocher offer?
The school is a private, traditional bilingual French-English preschool, nursery and primary school in Paris, founded in 1953. Instruction is 50% in French and 50% in English by native teachers. The pedagogical project emphasizes the well-being of children and teachers and includes festive celebrati
What extracurricular activities does Le Petit Cours du Rocher offer?
Weekly sports and artistic activities are part of the program. Coding begins in CP, and a FabLab supports the Engineering for Kids initiative starting from age four. The school emphasizes creativity through hands-on projects and performances.
