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International School of Los Angeles – Pasadena Campus

United States, Pasadena

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The school at a glance
Instructs in French, English
Fees $23,840 - 33,160
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1029
Type Co-educational
Opened 1978
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum French Curriculum, IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Taught languages French, English, Spanish, Italian, Japanese
Strengths Academic Enrichment, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Preschool, Primary School
Introduction

International School of Los Angeles – Pasadena Campus offers a bilingual English–French education for ages 3 to 18. The Pasadena campus serves Preschool through 5th grade and sits at 30 N Marion Ave. The two-story building houses 11 classrooms, a library, a computer lab, and an auditorium, with a basketball court and outdoor play areas; the campus serves 145 students. The curriculum blends the French Ministry of Education program for elementary with English coursework, and provides an IB MYP pathway and the IB Diploma program across ISLA campuses. Preschool (Maternelle), beginning around age three, emphasizes bilingual immersion, oral language development, social‑emotional learning, autonomy, and hands‑on activities. The Elementary program reinforces bilingualism and critical thinking in a diverse, international setting. Extracurriculars include 40 student clubs, a Joshua Tree camping trip, and an arts program with World Music, visual arts, theater, and a newspaper. Secondary students join the Burbank campus for grades.

30 N Marion Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106

The Essentials

International School of Los Angeles – Pasadena Campus has 1,029 pupils, instruction in French, English.

Location
Pasadena Campus, 30 N Marion Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106. Serving 145 students. An intimate campus located in the heart of Pasadena, directly across from Pasadena City College.

Stages
Preschool–5th grade
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school uses a dress code that requires clean, appropriately sized clothes suitable for school life and prohibits slogans promoting violence or discrimination; excessively revealing shirts, shorts or skirts, spaghetti straps, midriff tops, hats or visors in class are not allowed; a LILA T-shirt is mandatory on field trips; campus Directors resolve dress-appropriateness decisions.

Food Options
The school provides on-campus lunchtime; lunches may be brought from home; if a student does not have lunch, the school will arrange lunch; lunches should be in a plastic container; candy, sodas and energy drinks are not allowed; a microwave is available for warming meals.

Governance and Ownership
The school is governed by a Board of Trustees of the International School Los Angeles (LILA), with named trustees and leadership; governance is conducted under the LILA organization.
Fees

Annual tuition at International School of Los Angeles – Pasadena Campus ranges from USD 23,840 to USD 33,160 for 2026/27.

Application & Enrollment Fees

- New Family Fee (one-time, per family): USD 1,500.
- New Student / New Sibling Registration (payable at enrollment; non-refundable): USD 750 per student.
- Returning Student Registration (non-refundable): USD 175 per returning student.
- Tuition Guarantee (non-refundable): USD 325 per student.

Tuition — annual and prepaid amounts (2026–2027 academic year) — by year group

- Preschool & Pre‑Kindergarten (Los Feliz, Pasadena, West Valley campuses):
- Annual tuition (paid in installments): USD 23,840.
- Annual tuition (prepaid at enrollment): USD 23,340.
- If paid in 11 equal monthly installments (July through May): approximately USD 2,167.27 per month. (Calculation based on the published annual installment amount divided into 11 payments.)

- Kindergarten–5th Grade (Los Feliz, Pasadena, West Valley campuses):
- Annual tuition (paid in installments): USD 27,600.
- Annual tuition (prepaid at enrollment): USD 27,100.
- If paid in 11 equal monthly installments (July through May): approximately USD 2,509.09 per month.

- Middle School — 6th–8th grade (Burbank campus):
- Annual tuition (paid in installments): USD 30,375.
- Annual tuition (prepaid at enrollment): USD 29,875.
- If paid in 11 equal monthly installments (July through May): approximately USD 2,761.36 per month.

- High School — 9th–12th grade (Burbank campus):
- Annual tuition (paid in installments): USD 33,160.
- Annual tuition (prepaid at enrollment): USD 32,660.
- If paid in 11 equal monthly installments (July through May): approximately USD 3,015.45 per month.

Family discounts

- Discount for multiple enrolled children:
- USD 500 for two enrolled students.
- USD 1,500 for three enrolled students.
- USD 3,000 for four enrolled students.

Other fees and charges

- Elementary Materials Fee: USD 275 per elementary student (not included in tuition).
- Administrative Fee: USD 40 per student (not included in tuition).
- Burbank Building Replacement Fund (BBRF): one-time, per-student fee of USD 1,000 for incoming Burbank students.
- After-school activities, vacation camps, and certain educational trips or optional programs are offered and carry separate fees; those program fees are not included in tuition and vary by program and session.

Total non-refundable deposit / amount due at enrollment

- New students: Total non-refundable deposit USD 2,575 (this total reflects the non-refundable new student fees listed above).
- Returning students: Total non-refundable deposit USD 1,000 (includes the returning student fees plus applicable amounts noted).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Two payment options are available:
- Option 1 — Full prepayment during enrollment: a USD 500 discount is applied when the full sum of tuition and fees is prepaid at enrollment. Payment by electronic check is available during enrollment.
- Option 2 — Balance paid in installments: non-refundable fees are paid at enrollment and the remaining balance is processed in 11 monthly installments from July through May. Families will receive instructions to create a Smart Tuition/Blackbaud Tuition Management account after enrollment; the account must be set up promptly to confirm the child's place.

Refund information

- The specific enrollment, notice, termination, and refund provisions are governed by the signed Enrollment Agreement; certain fees are explicitly non-refundable (for example, the New Family Fee, registration fees, and the Tuition Guarantee).

Fee payment options and processing

- Enrollment payments can be made by electronic check at the time of enrollment. Subsequent tuition payments and payment plans are processed through Smart Tuition/Blackbaud Tuition Management; families receive account-setup instructions from the school's accounting team.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable. The school operates four local campuses serving Preschool–5th (Los Feliz, Pasadena, West Valley) and 6th–12th (Burbank) grade levels; there is no residential/boarding program. This indicates no boarding fees apply.

Notes on amounts presented

- All amounts are stated in U.S. dollars and are per student unless otherwise noted. The listed annual tuition figures are the published 2026–2027 amounts; prepaid amounts listed are the published discounted/prepaid totals. Non-refundable fees and deposit totals are published as specified above.
Academics

International School of Los Angeles – Pasadena Campus teaches French Curriculum, IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Pasadena Campus offers bilingual education in English and French from Preschool through 5th grade. Preschool (Maternelle) begins around age three; learning centers on oral language development within a bilingual immersion environment, with social-emotional learning, autonomy, and hands-on activities guiding daily routines. In preschool, teachers attend to linguistic and interpersonal development, fostering confidence and independence. Elementary School follows the official program of the French Ministry of Education in multi-year cycles, with English coursework complementing French instruction. English- and French-speaking teachers collaborate to develop students' understanding of themselves and others and to cultivate intellectual curiosity. The program emphasizes bilingualism and the development of critical thinking and communication in a diverse, international setting.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Pasadena Campus prioritizes social-emotional learning and belonging through the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging framework. The framework emphasizes spaces of belonging, open dialogue, self-reflection, curiosity, and critical thinking. Wellbeing and social-emotional learning are integrated into the school's DEIB work, supported by an Ethic of Care model. Affinity groups and student-led clubs provide opportunities for belonging and support for diverse student needs.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Accommodations for students' needs are part of the DEIB framework, and affinity groups and resources support neurodiverse students and families, including a dedicated Parents of Neurodiverse Children group.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school provides bilingual education in French and English, reflecting a mission to offer education in two languages as part of the core program.

Mental Wellbeing
Wellbeing is a core element of the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging framework and is supported by social-emotional learning; the Ethic of Care model emphasizes community wellbeing and supportive relationships among students, families, and staff.

Safeguarding
Staff comply with School Child Protection and Mandated Reporter Policies.
Parent Experience

History
The International School of Los Angeles was established in 1978. The school provides bilingual education in French and English, anchored in Francophone culture and enriched by an international curriculum and community. There are three elementary campuses: Los Feliz, West Valley (Tarzana), and Pasadena. As students progress into secondary education, they converge at the Burbank campus. The Pasadena campus serves Preschool–5th Grade.

Community
The community is international and bilingual, reflecting a diverse range of nationalities. The school hosts events such as International Day in May (West Valley campus) and Kermesse in June (Pasadena campus). It offers integrated trips to France, Costa Rica, and Greece, and hosts the French Holiday Bazaar and Fête Autour du Monde as part of campus life.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Pasadena Campus is a two-story building with 11 classrooms, a library, a computer lab, and an auditorium. The grounds include a basketball court and outdoor play areas. The campus serves 145 students. It is located in the heart of Pasadena, directly across from Pasadena City College.

Sports Facilities
The campus includes a basketball court.

Academic Facilities
The Pasadena Campus is a two-story building with 11 classrooms. It includes a library and a computer lab. An auditorium is available for assemblies and performances. The campus serves 145 students and is located directly across from Pasadena City College.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The Pasadena Campus offers an annual three-day camping trip to Joshua Tree. This experience is a highlight of the program and fosters community among students.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers approximately 40 student-led clubs driven by students. Model United Nations and Debate build diplomacy, public speaking, and research skills. There are science and technology clubs such as LILA Science Club, LILA Physics Club, and Computer Science Club, along with language and cultural clubs like Greek Language Club and Asian Culture Club. The LILA Gazette provides a student-run newspaper, and National Honor Society and other academic clubs support scholarly engagement; if a student cannot find a club, they can start a new one.

Arts & Creative
The arts at LILA emphasize developing skills and appreciation through visual arts, music, and theater. Elementary and middle school students study these disciplines, and the middle school features a World Music program with African Drumming, Brazilian Samba, Spanish Flamenco, and Middle Eastern Music. High school students have access to professional resources including an etching press and an analog photography darkroom, and IB students compose music and write songs using Digital Audio Workstations. Regular outings to performances and exhibitions around Los Angeles enrich experiences, and visual arts culminate in a professional gallery exhibition off-campus.

Cultural & Language
Language clubs include ASL Club and Greek Language Club. Cultural clubs include Asian Culture Club and Hispanic Heritage Club, as well as Middle Eastern Heritage Club. These clubs celebrate diverse cultures and language learning across the campus.

Social & Hobbies
LILA offers a broad spectrum of after-school and hobby clubs beyond academics. These include Poetry Club, Photography Club, Art Club, Playing Cards Club, Line Dancing, Mountain Biking Club, and other creative and interest groups. Students can join clubs that align with personal passions or propose new ones if their interest isn't represented. Clubs foster social connections and collaborative experiences across grade levels.

Community & Service
Service and community involvement is fostered through clubs such as Key Club, GSA, Green Team, BIPOC Student Union, Protect Paws, PB Sundays Club, Peer Mediation, Peer Mentoring, and Red Cross Club.

Leadership & Professional
LILA Student Council is composed of the Associated Student Body and Conseil de la Vie Lycéenne, providing a voice in school matters. Student Delegates represent classes, gather feedback, and help promote school spirit. The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee shapes school culture, and Student Ambassadors work with the Admissions Team to engage with prospective families.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
LILA Lions compete in Basketball, Fencing, Rugby, Soccer, Tennis, Track & Field, Volleyball, and more, with coaches dedicated to athletic development and values such as integrity and fair play. The athletics program supports a coherent sports curriculum for K–3 through to high school. After-school activities include dance, sports, and gymnastics, with popular classes such as cooking, taekwondo, and table tennis available at select campuses.
Reputation

Accreditations
CAIS Accredited Member
Ministry of National Education (France)
Western Association of Schools & Colleges (WASC)
International Baccalaureate World School
Agency for French Education Abroad (AEFE)
Mission Laïque Française (MLF)
Admissions

Admissions
Pasadena Campus admissions follow a step-by-step process. 1) Discover LILA event and campus tour: The first step is to book a Discover LILA event to gain a greater understanding of the French-English bilingual curriculum; after the event, a campus tour can be booked. 2) Apply: Decide ISL is the right fit and fill out the online application in the enrollment portal, submitting all required documentation; the deadline for preschool, pre-K & kindergarten applications is November 30. 3) Interview: After applying, prospective students and parents are invited to interview in February; offers follow in mid-March. 4) Enrollment: Upon receiving and accepting an offer, complete the online enrollment. 5) Program-specific deadlines: Elementary (1st–5th) applications are due January 31; Middle School (6th–8th) applications are due January 31; High School (9th–12th) applications are due January 31. 6) Age and placement: Age is determined by December 31; for the Los Feliz campus only, Toute Petite Section must be two years old by December 31 of the entry year; Preschool must be three; Pre-K must be four; Kindergarten must be five. 7) Additional notes: Interviews and offers follow the timeline described above.

Scholarships
Tuition and Financial Aid for Pasadena Campus (shared with Los Feliz and West Valley Campuses) for 2026-2027: Preschool & Pre-Kindergarten $23,840 (installments) or $23,340 prepaid; Kindergarten–5th grade $27,600 (installments) or $27,100 prepaid. Family discounts: $500 for two enrolled students; $1,500 for three; $3,000 for four. New Family Fee $1,500; New Student / New Sibling Registration $750; Tuition Guarantee $325; Non-refundable Returning Student Registration $175; Tuition Guarantee $325; Other Fees: $275 Materials; $40 Administrative Fee; Total Non-refundable Deposit: $2,575 for New Students or $1,000 for Returning Students. 6th-12th Grade Tuition (Burbank Campus) is $30,375 for Middle School and $33,160 for High School (installments), with the same family discounts and applicable new/returning fees. Financial Aid: 26% of the student body receive some financial aid; School-funded financial assistance is available for 1st–12th grades; External scholarships for French nationals (bourse scolaire) may be available through the French government; Financial Aid applications use Clarity; New Families have January 31st deadline; Returning Families have October 31st deadline.
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