Founded: 1941

Student age: from 14 years old

Type of education: mixed

Ermitage International School of France, founded in 1941 in Maisons-Laffitte near Paris, is a prestigious bilingual institution for students aged 3 to 18. With over 1,000 students, it offers a choice of rigorous academic pathways including the French Baccalauréat, A-Levels, IGCSE, and the International Baccalaureate, the latter with outstanding average results.

The school’s boarding facilities accommodate 120 students, approximately 25% of whom are international. Students reside in historic on-campus buildings with shared rooms and common study and social spaces, receiving full board.

A defining feature is its rich bilingual environment in French and English, supported by a diverse extracurricular program focused on sports and the arts. The campus includes modern classrooms, libraries, and extensive sports infrastructure.

Admission involves paying application, registration, and accommodation fees, alongside a refundable deposit.