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Taught languages English, French, Italian, Russian, Spanish
Strengths Sport, Languages, Performing Arts
Clubs Social and Hobbies, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Located in Monaco, The International School of Monaco offers an IB continuum from Early Years through PYP, MYP, DP and CP, with an accompanying BTEC qualification. The school teaches bilingually in English and French, integrating language learning across the curriculum and using a bilingual Singapore Maths approach supported by Information Technology as a core component. The Le Testimonio II campus provides purpose‑built spaces for learning, dining, and wellbeing, including a Care Room for emotional support and a broad enrichment program across academics, service, the arts, sport and adventure. ISM maintains a collaboration with King's College School, Wimbledon, and participates in AFEC‑accredited sport pathways. Students benefit from Model United Nations opportunities, a dedicated Performing Arts department, and strong language and service initiatives that reflect Monaco's international community. The school is accredited by the Council of International Schools and emphasizes global citizenship through service, leadership, and experiential learning for lifelong global engagement.
The International School of Monaco has instruction in English, French.
Location
Testimonio II, 43 Avenue Princesse Grace, Monaco 98000
Country affiliation
Monaco
Fees
Annual tuition at The International School of Monaco ranges from EUR 9,300 to EUR 34,400 for 2026/27.
One-time application and entry fees - Application fee: €500 (paid when applying; non-refundable). - Registration fee: €2,000 (paid when a place is offered; non-refundable). - Capital Development Fund fee: €10,000 (paid at the same time as the first instalment of school fees, payable from Kindergarten; non-refundable).
Tuition fees by year group (annual and per instalment) - Kindergarten — Afternoon class: Annual €9,300. Instalments: 40% = €3,720; 60% = €5,580. - Kindergarten — Morning class: Annual €13,900. Instalments: 40% = €5,560; 60% = €8,340. - Transition to Class 3: Annual €27,000. Instalments: 40% = €10,800; 60% = €16,200. - Classes 4 to 6: Annual €29,000. Instalments: 40% = €11,600; 60% = €17,400. - Classes 7 to 9: Annual €31,100. Instalments: 40% = €12,440; 60% = €18,660. - Classes 10 to 13: Annual €34,400. Instalments: 40% = €13,760; 60% = €20,640.
Billing schedule and payment terms - School fees are invoiced on an annual basis and payable in two instalments: first instalment 40% and second instalment 60%. - Typical due dates for the two instalments for the 2025/2026 cycle were: first instalment on or before 11 March 2025; second instalment on or before 1 June 2025. Late payments incur a 5% charge on each overdue instalment from the day following the due date. The student's place may be withdrawn for non-payment of instalments. - Enrolment is for the full school year and school fees are payable on a whole-year basis; the school calculates fees pro rata only for admissions during the year according to the published terms.
Boarding fees - Boarding is not offered. There are no boarding fees because the school does not provide boarding facilities or residency arrangements.
Other costs and typical extras - Items included in the annual school fees: stationery; materials and textbooks; an iPad for Classes 4 to 9; a MacBook for Classes 10 to 13; the annual CAM bus card; external examination registration fees (IB MYP, IB CP, IB DP, Pearson BTEC); outings and short educational visits connected to classwork; the major field trip for Classes 3 to 9; lunch for students in Transition to Class 11; the Parent Teacher Association (PTA) fee and Association Membership Fee for each parent. - Items not included in the annual school fees and charged separately: individual musical instrument lessons; certain extracurricular activities; optional lunch at the Sunrise Café for Classes 12 and 13; specific learning support, which is invoiced on an individual basis. Additional optional activities or services are charged at cost. - Family discounts: published reductions apply for larger families (for example reductions for 3rd, 4th, 5th children as published in the school's terms).
Refund and withdrawal policy - Application, registration and Capital Development Fund fees are non-refundable. Annual school fees are non-refundable for cancelled enrolment, withdrawal, or early departure; the school's terms state that, under the published conditions, school fees will not be refunded for cancelled enrolment, withdrawal, or early departure.
Fee payment options and invoicing - Payments are accepted by bank transfer to the school's account and by cheque drawn on a bank based in Monaco or France where permitted; the school provides bank account details on invoices. Cash payments and credit-card payments are not accepted under the school's published payment conditions. The school may require identification and supporting documentation for third-party or corporate payments.
Included notes - The figures above are the published one-time fees, annual tuition fees, instalment breakdowns and the main payment and refund terms for the current academic-year fee schedule.
Academics
The International School of Monaco teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), BTEC Qualification for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
IB continuum: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP) and Career-related Programme (CP). The school is bilingual in English and French across Early Years to Secondary School. Mathematics is taught through a bilingual English-French curriculum based on the Singapore Maths Programme. Information Technology is an integral part of the curriculum.
Exam Results
IB Diploma Programme and IB Career-related Programme results for 2025 were the best in ISM's history, with 100% pass rate for both programmes. Five students achieved 40+ points in the IB Diploma Programme, representing 17% of the cohort. Helena Venturi achieved a perfect 45 points in the IB Diploma Programme.
Higher Education Progression
Graduates have progressed to universities including Saint Louis University, LUISS University, and The International University of Monaco (IUM).
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school's Code of Conduct and Student Profile form the framework for its Personal and Social Education programme.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The curriculum is made accessible to all children and is tailored to meet the child's individual learning needs, language level, and stage of development.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school is bilingual and English and French language learning is at the centre of all teaching.
Mental Wellbeing
Wellbeing and counselling support are provided; safeguarding and wellbeing support are part of the school's provision, with a safeguarding manager leading safeguarding work.
Safeguarding
A Safer Recruitment Policy exists and the school has a Whole-School Safeguarding Manager.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Submit an application. ISM accepts applications without discrimination of gender, race, religion or nationality, from all parents committed to international education. The school rarely allows exceptions to admission, ensuring the learning environment remains appropriate for all students. 2. Review and selection. The Head of Admissions, the Director and teachers review the applicant's school reports and other documentation requested by the Admissions Office to determine suitability. For Kindergarten to Year 6, readiness is assessed for a bilingual English–French programme; for Year 7 to 11, readiness is assessed for an English-language programme leading to IGCSE and IB Diploma examinations. 3. Admission decision. A place is offered to eligible applicants where a place is available. The Admissions Office communicates the offer and the family completes enrollment steps as required. If no place is available, applicants are notified accordingly.
FAQs
What curriculum does The International School of Monaco follow?
ISM offers the full IB continuum: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP), and Career-related Programme (CP), with BTEC qualifications also available.
What age range does ISM serve?
ISM serves students from age 2 to 18, from Early Years through to the IB Diploma and Career-related programmes.
Where is ISM located?
The school is located at Le Testimonio II, 43 Avenue Princesse Grace, Monaco 98000, in a purpose-built state-of-the-art campus.
What are the tuition fees?
Annual tuition ranges from EUR 9,300 for Kindergarten afternoon classes to EUR 34,400 for the senior years. There is a EUR 500 application fee, EUR 2,000 registration fee, and EUR 10,000 Capital Development Fund fee.
How does the bilingual programme work?
ISM operates bilingually in English and French across all year groups. Mathematics uses a bilingual Singapore Maths approach. A third language is introduced in Secondary School.
What were the most recent IB results?
In 2025, ISM achieved a 100% pass rate for both IB DP and CP, its best results ever. Five students achieved 40+ points and one student scored a perfect 45 points in the IB Diploma Programme.
Does ISM have a house system?
Yes. ISM has two houses: Shackleton and Grimaldi. The house system fosters teamwork and healthy competition across academic, sporting, artistic, and service-based activities.
Is lunch provided?
Yes. A self-service cafeteria provides hot lunches for Transition to Year 10 daily except Wednesdays, included in tuition. Years 11-13 students usually go out for lunch.
Does ISM support student athletes?
Yes. ISM holds AFEC accreditation from the World Academy of Sport as an Athlete Friendly Education Center, enabling students to balance academics with sports training.
What is the school's sister-school relationship?
ISM maintains a sister-school relationship with King's College School, Wimbledon, established through a historic collaboration signed in August 2020.
How diverse is the student body?
ISM's community includes students and families from over 60 nationalities, creating a truly international learning environment.
What extracurricular activities are available?
ISM offers TEDxYouth conferences, speech contests, careers days, Youth Piano Competition, music and drama programmes, and a range of sporting activities.
When was ISM founded?
The International School of Monaco was founded in 1994 as an independent, co-educational, not-for-profit day school.
