Paris, France Day · Coed Ages 3–18École Jeannine Manuel Paris
Founded 1954 by Jeannine Manuel — France's leading bilingual French-English co-ed day school, ~2,000 students ages 3-18, French Baccalauréat + IB Diploma + Foundation Year.
AI Fit Summary
Why this school may fit your child: École Jeannine Manuel Paris pairs a French / IB / Bilingual academic track with a urban campus and a 1:9 student-teacher ratio. It's a strong consideration for students drawn to Sciences Po / HEC pathways.
- Strong fit for Sciences Po / HEC pathway
- 1:9 ratio supports individualized attention
- French · IB · Bilingual curriculum aligns with university aspirations
- Strong day-school pastoral team
Academic overview
École Jeannine Manuel was founded in 1954 in Paris by Jeannine Manuel as France's first bilingual French-English co-educational school. About 2,000 students aged 3-18 from 70+ nationalities, day only, on a central Paris (15th arrondissement) campus and a Lille satellite. The school runs the French Baccalauréat, the IB Diploma Programme (with an International Foundation Year for late entrants), and Cambridge IGCSE. Recent leavers' destinations are dominated by HEC, Sciences Po, Oxbridge, Ivy League and leading US universities. Published 2026-27 annual school fees (EUR): Primary EUR 10,260; Collège (Middle School) EUR 11,185; Lycée EUR 10,275; Foundation Year + IB DP1/DP2 EUR 24,865. Class size of 20 with a 1:9 student-teacher ratio enables tutorial-style instruction and mentor-led research projects.
Curriculum & subjects
University pathways
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Fees & scholarships
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Location
École Jeannine Manuel Paris sits in Paris, France — an urban campus. Tap "Request virtual tour" above to have an advisor send walkthrough video links and schedule a live tour.
Admissions process
- 1Inquiry & profile reviewWe share your child's Student Fit Profile with the admissions team.
- 2Application & documentsSchool-specific form, transcripts, recommendations, English test if required.
- 3AssessmentOnline interview, sample lesson, or admissions test depending on the school.
- 4Offer & enrollmentOffer letter, contract, and visa support if needed.
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FAQ
Is École Jeannine Manuel Paris a good fit for international families?
Yes. École Jeannine Manuel Paris actively supports families relocating internationally with visa guidance, language transitions, and pastoral care designed for mobile households.
What does the typical application timeline look like?
Most families start 12–18 months before intended intake. Early application is strongly recommended for boarding.
Are scholarships available?
Yes. Merit-based and need-based scholarships are reviewed annually.
What's the average class size?
Approximately 20 students per class with a 1:9 student-teacher ratio.
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