Etre et Découvrir Ecole International Bilingual Montessori School is a Montessori Curriculum school in Saint-Nom-la-Bretèche, France. Founded in 1986. Annual tuition ranges from $5,616 to $7,938 USD.
Location & Getting There
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About
Être et Découvrir is a non-profit international bilingual Montessori school located on the private grounds of the Château de Saint-Nom-la-Bretèche, west of Paris, serving children aged 2 to 12. Founded in 1986, the school offers bilingual French-English Montessori education across three programs: Toddler Community (2–3.5 years), Children's House (3–6 years), and Elementary School (6–12 years). With small class sizes, pedagogical gardens, Eco-Ecole certification, and strong parent involvement, the school emphasises hands-on learning, independence, and a multicultural environment.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Located on the private grounds of the Château de Saint-Nom-la-Bretèche west of Paris; bilingual French-English Montessori education across three age-group programs; Eco-Ecole certified with pedagogical gardens emphasising hands-on and nature-based learning; small class sizes for personalised attention; not-for-profit with strong parent involvement and governance; affiliated with the Association Montessori de France; elementary curriculum prepares students for French collèges and bilingual or international secondary options.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Elementary (ages 6-12) | EUR 7,938~$ 8,628 |
| Toddler Community (ages 2-3.5) | EUR 5,616~$ 6,104 |
| Children's House Full Day (ages 3-6) | EUR 7,938~$ 8,628 |
| Children's House Half Day (ages 3-6) | EUR 6,264~$ 6,809 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: €5,200 - 7,350. Application fee: $702.
Admissions Process
- 1Application with entry fee of EUR 650 (first year only, non-refundable) and annual membership/registration fee of EUR 630 (non-refundable). Enrolment may occur during the school year subject to space availability.
Admissions Details
Enrolment may occur during the school year subject to space availability.
School Day
Toddler Community: 08:50–11:45; Children's House half day: 08:40–13:00; Children's House full day: 08:40–15:45; Elementary: 08:30–16:00. After-school care available until 17:00 or 17:40.
Student Life
100% organic three-course lunches are delivered by an organic caterer; families may also provide their own lunch in a lunchbox or a pre-heated lunch in a thermos. Meals are charged at EUR 8 per meal, billed monthly by direct debit.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
The school supports mental wellbeing through a nurturing, inclusive environment and strong collaboration with families. It emphasizes self-confidence, independence, and social development as part of its Montessori approach, and maintains a warm, family-friendly atmosphere with regular events and activities that foster community.
The school is registered with the Academy of Versailles under number 0783701Z and is regularly inspected by the National Education Services. It is a member of the Association Montessori de France.
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School Background
Run as a 1901 not-for-profit association, privately funded by families and donors with no government subsidies. Board of Governors is composed of volunteer administrators who are current or former parents; major decisions are discussed at the annual general assembly.
Eco-Ecole label