Admissions
Marymount International Paris is a home for international, multilingual families from all over the world. Our students are from more than 40 countries, speak 26 languages, and represent 16 faiths.
We encourage parents to reach out to our dedicated admissions team who will guide you through every step of the application process. We accept applications year-round and strongly encourage early submissions due to our limited number of spaces. We also offer mid-year admissions and comprehensive support throughout the transition process.
We invite interested families to take a virtual or in-person tour of the school as part of the admissions process. You can book a virtual consultation here.
1 What makes Marymount unique among other international schools in Paris?
1) We provide a stellar curriculum and academic support to students.
We follow an International curriculum based on the American Education Reaches Out (AERO) standards. You can see a complete overview of our curriculum here. We also offer many programs that are unique to Marymount Paris:
- We opened the first FabLab in France featuring Next Generation Science Standards for Science Technology Engineering Art and Math (NGSS for STEAM)
- English is the primary language in our multilingual community of over 36 languages
- Our support and accelerated programs are personalized and covered by tuition fees
- We are a leader of Catholic international education in France and inclusive of all faiths and religions
- Our dual language provision for middle school Francophone students creates a diverse multilingual environment
- Our annual, curriculum-linked, week-long May trips enable students to experience the beauty and cultural heritage of France
- Our living classroom science experiments back a broad range of student-led ecological initiatives and help us promote a sustainable environment
- Our master classes in the middle school complement the formal curriculum with project-based learning, are tailored to students' interests, and are shared via digital learning portfolios
2) We provide students with access to terrific teachers at a low student-to-teacher ratio (1:5).
Our teachers undergo regular professional development on topics like creating multilingual classroom activities. They also engage in peer-to-peer walk thrus to learn from one another.
3) We create a student-focused environment that focuses on individual learning.
We tailor our education to the needs of all our students which includes our Wings Program for academically gifted students as well as our Individualized Learning Center for students with special education needs.
4) We promote our students’ physical health, wellness, and sense of mastery through a robust athletics program.
We have some of the best athletic facilities of any school in Paris which include a ballet room, occupational therapy station, well-being director, nurse, gym for staff and faculty, and more.
5) We offer enriching extracurricular activities.
We offer extracurricular and after-school activities both in-person and online and in a variety of languages.
6) We prepare our students to attend prestigious and challenging high schools and universities.
Our alumni and families have reported great success in transitioning into international and bilingual high schools and universities in Paris, the USA, the UK, and beyond.
7) We offer our students spiritual guidance.
- We offer our students extensive service opportunities including the opportunity to support our RSHM mission in the Zambezi region.
- We support our students as they prepare for a range of religious traditions including the Catholic sacrament, their bar or mat mitzvah, and their observance of Ramadan.
- As a Catholic International School we offer sacramental preparations.
8) We provide students with leadership opportunities.
Our four-house system motivates students to perform acts of service. Each house is named after a founding sister and devoted to a different trait (Inquiry, Vision, Perseverance, and Patience) as a way of supporting their ethical development and keeping the school’s history alive.
9) We give our students access to state-of-the-art facilities.
- Marymount Paris was the first international school in France to inaugurate a FabLab.
- Our students also benefit from top-notch facilities including a state-of-the-art gym, outdoor learning classroom, brand new library, performing arts theater, music rooms, chapel, pottery studio, and more.
2 How do I apply?
To apply, please use this form to contact our admissions team. They will be glad to schedule a private consultation and tour.
Next, you will apply online through OpenApply. You can track the progress of your application there.
3 Is there an application deadline?
We recommend you apply in January and February for September entry as spaces are limited. However, we know families sometimes need to change their plans in the middle of a school year so we accept applications year-round and review them on an individual basis.
4 What are the tuition and fees?
Our Tuition and Fee Schedule for the 2024-2025 academic year is here.
5 Is there an age cut-off date?
Our age cut-offs for the 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 school years are below.
6 What is the school calendar? What are the hours of the school?
Our school calendar will be shared with families and the Marymount community. During the school year, we are open from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday.
7 What materials do I need for my child’s application?
- Online application form
- The student’s school records from their current or most recent year (in English)
- A child safeguarding form (this is a confidential form you will fill out with our safeguarding lead)
- Passport-size photos (200 x 300 pixels) photos of the student and a photo ID from each parent or guardian for ID badges
- A list of any health issues including allergies or conditions from the student’s pediatrician or family doctor (translated into English)
Please note: middle school students must complete an interview either in-person or by video with the Head of School and may be asked to provide math and writing samples.
8 Do you offer tours?
Yes, we offer in-person and virtual tours of the campus with an admissions representative. We recommend that all prospective families tour the school as part of the admissions process. You can schedule a private consultation and tour here.
9 Does my child need to take a language placement test in French or English?
No, their school records and report cards are sufficient.
10 Does my child need to speak English fluently?
No, English can be taught as an additional language and our inclusion team is available to support any students who need to improve their English.
11 Which grade should my child apply for?
This is a chart that shows the age of the students in each grade and how Marymount’s system compares to the educational systems in France, the USA, and the UK.
12 What learning support services do you provide?
Our Wings Program provides support for gifted students and our Individualized Learning Center provides support to students with special education needs. Students entering either program need supporting documentation including any diagnostic tests, educational reports, or psychological evaluations.
13 Do you require health records and immunizations?
Yes, our nurse requires an immunization record. You can provide this information via the Medical Health Form which will be given to your family before the begining of the school year. Our nurse also requires any medical records and individualized emergency health plans for severe allergies. This paperwork ensures all students have the necessary vaccinations and health records on file to keep us in compliance with our school health policies and local regulations.
14 Does the school have a bus service?
Yes, we offer a bus service across some areas of Paris. Routes are redeveloped each year to best meet the needs of the families who sign up. Each bus has a dedicated staff supervisor. You can get more detailed information on our routes and charges from the school office.
15 Do students wear a uniform?
Yes, all Marymount students wear a white and navy uniform that changes throughout the year according to the weather. You can pick up your child’s uniform at The Nest.
16 Do you provide lunch?
Yes, we have a canteen on campus. Students can also bring their own lunch.
17 When and how will I be notified of your admission decision?
As soon as you apply online, you will have an account in OpenApply where you can check the status of your application. When we have made our admissions decision, it will appear in your OpenApply account and you will also automatically receive an email.
