École Bilingue Chardin is a French Curriculum / Montessori Curriculum school in Paris, France. Annual tuition ranges from $13,014 to $18,414 USD.
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About
École Bilingue Chardin is a private bilingual preschool and elementary school in Paris's 16th arrondissement, serving children aged 1 to 12 through a French and Montessori curriculum. The school operates across two renovated private mansions at 7 and 11 Rue Chardin, with each bilingual class limited to 20 students and taught by both a native English-speaking and a French-speaking teacher. The program emphasizes language mastery, mathematics, arts, and sport, enriched by partnerships with cultural institutions such as Musée en Herbe and Galerie Mennour.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Bilingual English–French program with a dedicated bilingual literacy track; class sizes capped at 20 with two teachers per bilingual class (one native English speaker and one French speaker); Montessori pedagogy for the 2-year-old section; two campuses in historic 16th arrondissement private mansions near the Eiffel Tower; partnerships with Musée en Herbe and Galerie Mennour for enriched art experiences; murals by contemporary artists; after-school care and holiday programs.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Elementary (CP–CM2) Full-day | EUR 18,000~$ 19,565 |
| Preschool (Maternelle) Full-day | EUR 17,400~$ 18,913 |
| 2-year-old Section (TPS) Full-day | EUR 16,200~$ 17,609 |
| 2-year-old Section (TPS) Half-day | EUR 12,000~$ 13,043 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: €12,050 - 17,050.
Admissions Process
- 1Fill in the form to obtain the Application Form. Step 2: Complete and return the Application Form by email ([email protected]) or by mail to École Bilingue Chardin – Service des Admissions, 7, rue Chardin – 75016 Paris. Step 3: Once the completed application is received, you will be invited within 15 days to a personal interview with the child. Step 4: After the interview, the admissions decision and, if applicable, an Application Form along with the list of required documents will be sent. Step 5: The complete registration form must be sent either by email or by post.
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School Day
School day starts at 8:40 a.m. Morning sessions last about 45 minutes with breaks, followed by lunch at 12:45 p.m. The afternoon is for arts, sports or group activities, with the day ending at 4:30 p.m. After-school care and extracurricular activities available until 6:00 p.m. On Wednesdays, instruction ends in the morning (11:25 a.m. for most grades) with after-school workshops until 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Student Life
No school uniform during school hours. The school provides each child with an art apron, a windbreaker, a cap and a polo shirt for outdoor activities, and sportswear for gym, climbing and other sports, all in the school's colors.
Menus are prepared mainly with organically farmed products and are prepared at the school. For the 2024-2025 year, Marmites Volantes provides the meals. Cafeteria costs €1,550 per year for 4 meals per week.
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Wellbeing & Safety
Twice-yearly parent meetings discuss student well-being, behavior, and academic progress. Educators and school leadership provide ongoing support. Daily communication fosters a trusting relationship between families and the teaching team. Families are kept informed through Seesaw weekly updates and a monthly digital newsletter.
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School Background
Private hors contrat institution, not receiving state subsidies. Subject to approval and inspection by the Rectorat, Mairie, Préfecture, and Ministère de l'Éducation Nationale.