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Ermitage International School is a day and boarding school near Paris, offering English and bilingual education for children aged 3 to 18. Apply today to secure your place for the next school year!
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International Primary School
Ermitage is opening its International Primary School (IPP) programme. An English-language curriculum for children aged 8 to 11.
Come along to our information sessions on 10 December to find out more!
Equestrian
Ermitage International School offers two different levels of specialist equestrian programmes for keen riders aged 11-18 years.
Engage, Prosper & Succeed
At Ermitage, we offer you a choice between the French Bilingual School and the International Baccalaureate School in English. Discover their similarities and differences:
Boarding at Ermitage
Students from France and all over the world come to live in our historic French homes. Families can choose between 5 or 7-day boarding options. We provide a safe and caring atmosphere to make Ermitage your home away from home.
2 possible paths for 1 destination: success
French Bilingual Programmes
We are accredited by the Ministry of National Education from Pre-K to 12th grade. Ermitage offers a pedagogical approach that goes beyond the formal conventions of the traditional framework.
International Programmes
Ermitage is an IB World School. We offer the innovative IB learning experience, with classes primarily in English. Our international programmes start in Grade 3 with the International Primary Programme and go through Grade 12 with the IB Programmes.
Boarding
Students from France and all over the world come to live in our historic French homes. Families can choose between 5 or 7-day boarding options. We provide a safe and caring atmosphere to make Ermitage your home away from home.
1460
Students Including 65 boarders
100%
Pass Rate on the French Baccalaureate with Honors
100%
IB Students placed in 1st choice university
80
Nationalities & 49 Languages Spoken
Our philosophy
At Ermitage, we encourage our students to become active participants in their own learning journey. This pedagogy accompanies them all the way from pre-school to the baccalaureate. Critical thinking, a thirst for learning and adaptability are all qualities that they will cultivate to become the finest global citizens of tomorrow.
![Maria Inês Cruz]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1617610143/ermitage/hq4e0zrghuguydwdu7qx/Maria.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1617610143/ermitage/hq4e0zrghuguydwdu7qx/Maria.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1617610143/ermitage/hq4e0zrghuguydwdu7qx/Maria.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1617610143/ermitage/hq4e0zrghuguydwdu7qx/Maria.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1617610143/ermitage/hq4e0zrghuguydwdu7qx/Maria.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1617610143/ermitage/hq4e0zrghuguydwdu7qx/Maria.jpg","width":2178}])
- IB Art & Design Teacher & Primary Parent
As an IB teacher, I do my best to promote critical and creative thinking through collaborative design challenges. As a mother, I feel that my son is safe while he is encouraged to explore autonomously.
![Noah]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1617609676/ermitage/zeniekf1hnnnjpz165vk/Story-NoahIMG_7197.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1617609676/ermitage/zeniekf1hnnnjpz165vk/Story-NoahIMG_7197.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1617609676/ermitage/zeniekf1hnnnjpz165vk/Story-NoahIMG_7197.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1617609676/ermitage/zeniekf1hnnnjpz165vk/Story-NoahIMG_7197.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1617609676/ermitage/zeniekf1hnnnjpz165vk/Story-NoahIMG_7197.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1617609676/ermitage/zeniekf1hnnnjpz165vk/Story-NoahIMG_7197.jpg","width":2200}])
- IB DP 1 Student
As a DP1 student, Noah has postsecondary education on his mind, and is planning to gain admittance to Imperial College London, Cambridge, Stanford, or MIT.
![François Family]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1618317882/ermitage/jfofnt6tcakxs5bycidn/FrancoisFamily-stories.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1618317882/ermitage/jfofnt6tcakxs5bycidn/FrancoisFamily-stories.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1618317882/ermitage/jfofnt6tcakxs5bycidn/FrancoisFamily-stories.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1618317882/ermitage/jfofnt6tcakxs5bycidn/FrancoisFamily-stories.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1618317882/ermitage/jfofnt6tcakxs5bycidn/FrancoisFamily-stories.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1618317882/ermitage/jfofnt6tcakxs5bycidn/FrancoisFamily-stories.png","width":2200}])
- An Ermitage Family since 2016
If you're looking for the best high school experience for your children, this is the place!
![Carlota]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1617609640/ermitage/vskqjw1v0wdnardynt3n/Story-CarlotaIMG_7211.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1617609640/ermitage/vskqjw1v0wdnardynt3n/Story-CarlotaIMG_7211.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1617609640/ermitage/vskqjw1v0wdnardynt3n/Story-CarlotaIMG_7211.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1617609640/ermitage/vskqjw1v0wdnardynt3n/Story-CarlotaIMG_7211.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1617609640/ermitage/vskqjw1v0wdnardynt3n/Story-CarlotaIMG_7211.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1617609640/ermitage/vskqjw1v0wdnardynt3n/Story-CarlotaIMG_7211.jpg","width":2200}])
- IB DP 1 Student
Diversity and respect is what creates the Ermitage student community. It’s such a welcoming and unique experience for every student.
![Megha]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1618323901/ermitage/kw79mshljgmvllzubil6/Megha.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1618323901/ermitage/kw79mshljgmvllzubil6/Megha.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1618323901/ermitage/kw79mshljgmvllzubil6/Megha.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1618323901/ermitage/kw79mshljgmvllzubil6/Megha.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1618323901/ermitage/kw79mshljgmvllzubil6/Megha.jpg","width":1544}])
- IB DP 1 Student
DP 1 student, Megha, has been sewing since she was young and has launched a Sewing Service for her IB CAS project!
Ermitage News
![Raising Global Citizens in the Digital Era]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747838949/ermitage/rlcvuzouovqy8r71xk7a/240-ShootingErmitage-11062023.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747838949/ermitage/rlcvuzouovqy8r71xk7a/240-ShootingErmitage-11062023.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1747838949/ermitage/rlcvuzouovqy8r71xk7a/240-ShootingErmitage-11062023.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1747838949/ermitage/rlcvuzouovqy8r71xk7a/240-ShootingErmitage-11062023.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747838949/ermitage/rlcvuzouovqy8r71xk7a/240-ShootingErmitage-11062023.jpg","width":1600}])
With a focus on academic excellence, a global mindset, and future-ready learning, the International Baccalaureate prepares learners to thrive in a world of endless opportunities
![DP1 Students Science Trip to Wales]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1748014376/ermitage/bdapzxadjbsunsnuy3pk/dp1sciencetripwales.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1748014376/ermitage/bdapzxadjbsunsnuy3pk/dp1sciencetripwales.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1748014376/ermitage/bdapzxadjbsunsnuy3pk/dp1sciencetripwales.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1748014376/ermitage/bdapzxadjbsunsnuy3pk/dp1sciencetripwales.png","width":1200}])
![IB School Celebrates Sports Day]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1748013599/ermitage/p2v0tudjwssueqfis51v/335.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1748013599/ermitage/p2v0tudjwssueqfis51v/335.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1748013599/ermitage/p2v0tudjwssueqfis51v/335.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1748013599/ermitage/p2v0tudjwssueqfis51v/335.png","width":1200}])
![Bilingual Spring Camp: A Superhero Adventure at Ermitage]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746452227/ermitage/spr2ukg82ed48yfr62si/Springcamp2025-9.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746452227/ermitage/spr2ukg82ed48yfr62si/Springcamp2025-9.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746452227/ermitage/spr2ukg82ed48yfr62si/Springcamp2025-9.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746452227/ermitage/spr2ukg82ed48yfr62si/Springcamp2025-9.png","width":1200}])
![CE1 Students Help Clean up Maisons-Laffitte]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746543748/ermitage/sccirphegdvq2upelvs0/pickerspalce1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746543748/ermitage/sccirphegdvq2upelvs0/pickerspalce1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746543748/ermitage/sccirphegdvq2upelvs0/pickerspalce1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746543748/ermitage/sccirphegdvq2upelvs0/pickerspalce1.png","width":1200}])
![Balancing the IB and Elite Sport: Charles’ Journey to the French Championships]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1744812618/ermitage/tyi2qb1mwjyhqccrlx8h/charlesdp2studentacheivements-1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1744812618/ermitage/tyi2qb1mwjyhqccrlx8h/charlesdp2studentacheivements-1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1744812618/ermitage/tyi2qb1mwjyhqccrlx8h/charlesdp2studentacheivements-1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1744812618/ermitage/tyi2qb1mwjyhqccrlx8h/charlesdp2studentacheivements-1.png","width":1200}])
At Ermitage, our students have the freedom to choose the program that's right for them.
Melanie Doherty
Admissions Director
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