Jeannine Manuel School is a French Curriculum / IB Diploma / Advanced Placement (AP) / American Curriculum school in London, United Kingdom. Founded in 2015. It serves 697 students for students aged 2–18. Annual tuition ranges from $349 to $37,262 USD.
Location & Getting There
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Key Details
Scholarships Available
Financial aid is available, with 12% of pupils currently receiving aid covering an average of two-thirds of school fees. Applicants must submit a separate Bursary Application simultaneously with the Admissions Application.
Academic Performance
ISI Inspection Report
École Jeannine Manuel received an inspection confirming that all relevant Independent School Standards are met. The bilingual curriculum with strong support for pupils mastering French and English is a significant strength, with effective leadership and safeguarding arrangements. However, inconsistent lesson planning in the primary school and non-uniform implementation of the behavior policy by staff were identified as areas requiring improvement.
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About
Jeannine Manuel School is an independent co-educational bilingual international school in London offering continuous education from age 3 to 18 across three campuses in Russell Square and Bedford Square. It blends the French national curriculum with English-language science and Chinese programmes, culminating in the French International Baccalaureate (BFI) or IB Diploma in the Sixth Form. The school is a UNESCO IB World School accredited by NEASC and CIS, welcoming pupils from over 80 nationalities and emphasising bilingualism, cultural exchange, and global citizenship.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Jeannine Manuel London offers a continuous bilingual French-English education from age 3 to 18 across three London campuses, blending the French national curriculum with English-language science and Chinese programmes. The school is a UNESCO IB World School accredited by NEASC and CIS, and part of UNESCO ASPnet. Distinctive initiatives include Le Bilingue and the Globe Theatre programme aimed at families abroad seeking an international bilingual education. The school emphasises bilingualism, cultural exchange, service and leadership, and welcomes pupils from over 80 nationalities.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Nursery | GBP 24,780~$ 31,367 |
| Year 11 (IB) | GBP 29,340~$ 37,139 |
| Year 11 (BFI) | GBP 24,780~$ 31,367 |
| Reception to Year 10 | GBP 24,780~$ 31,367 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: £275 - 29,340. Application fee: $349.
Admissions Process
- 1Admissions open the year before entry on a rolling basis. After receiving the completed application, the family is contacted to schedule an interview with a Leadership Team member. 2. Complete the online application and upload required documents (photo, birth certificate, passport, school reports, recommendation letter, co-signed authorisation if applicable). Pay a non-refundable application fee of £275 via Stripe or bank transfer. 3. UK families attend a school presentation and Q&A, followed by an appointment with a Head of School or senior staff member. Families abroad can attend virtual presentations and arrange Zoom appointments. 4. The Admissions Commission communicates its decision within two weeks of the appointment.
Admissions Details
Student Life
No formal uniform is required. A Dress Code applies: indoor tops (shirts, polo shirts, sweaters, sweatshirts, jackets, dresses, etc.) worn indoors are expected to bear the School logo to promote identity. Logoed items are optional rather than mandatory.
A lunch plan is offered for pupils up to Year 10; the Lunch Plan for 2025-2026 costs £1,970 per year (approx. £656.67 per term).
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Student wellbeing is prioritised through a dedicated curriculum programme. Younger students (Kindergarten to 3rd grade) participate in SEL covering themes such as self-identity, friendship and solidarity. From Year 4, the programme is based on Ilona Boniwell's work focusing on emotional resilience and coping with stress or conflict. In higher grades (1ère and Terminale), mindfulness and meditation workshops are offered. The school maintains a safe campus with security measures and a proactive approach to bullying and discrimination.
Safeguarding and child protection policies follow Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and Working Together to Safeguard Children guidance. The Governing Body appoints a designated safeguarding lead (the Head of School) and deputy DSLs, and ensures regular safeguarding training and annual updates for all staff including online safety. The school practises safe recruitment, IT filtering and monitoring, and secure record-keeping, and works with local authorities on safeguarding matters.
Student Demographics
School Background
Registered charity governed by a Board of Trustees. Registered as Company No. 09014998 and Charity No. 1158643 with the Charity Commission.