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Equestrian
Ermitage International School offers two different levels of specialist equestrian programmes for keen riders aged 11-18 years.
Ermitage Academy
From September 2023, Ermitage International School is offering foreign language courses on Wednesday afternoons for children aged 5 and over.
Engage, Prosper & Succeed
At Ermitage, we offer you a choice between the French program with bilingual options and the International Baccalaureate program in English with a bilingual diploma option as well. Discover their similarities and differences below.
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 Programs
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.
IB Programs
Ermitage is an IB World School. We offer the innovative IB learning experience, with classes primarily in English. Our IB programs start in Grade 6 and go through Grade 12.
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%
International Baccalaureate Diploma Success Rate
70
Nationalities & 35 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
Maria Inês Cruz
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.
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- 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.
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- An Ermitage Family since 2016
If you're looking for the best high school experience for your children, this is the place!
![Bravin Karunanithy]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1617381301/ermitage/iw0wtowuqtoxcouolgih/BravinThylacinerepete.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1617381301/ermitage/iw0wtowuqtoxcouolgih/BravinThylacinerepete.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1617381301/ermitage/iw0wtowuqtoxcouolgih/BravinThylacinerepete.jpg","width":750}])
- IB Music Teacher
On our staff we are lucky to have a group of passionate educators that look to achieve excellence both in and out of the classroom every single day.
![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
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At Ermitage, our students have the freedom to choose the program that's right for them.
Janelle Dubos
Admissions Director
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