Ermitage International School 46 Avenue Eglé, 78600 Maisons-Laffitte, France +33 139 62 81 75

admissions@ermitage.fr www.ermitage.fr

School type	Co-educational Day & Boarding
Founded	1941
Status	Private
Executive President	Jim Doherty
Language of Instruction	English, French
Co-ed Age Range	5-18 years
Number of pupils	1,500
Authorised IB Programmes	IBDP, IBMYP
Diploma Coordinator	Elizabeth Heudebourg
MYP Coordinator	Ben Ranson
Associations	IB, ECIS, UNESCO, Round Square

Ermitage International School is a day and boarding school near Paris offering international education for ages 5–18.

Our programmes include the International Primary Programme (ages 5–11) and the International Baccalaureate Programmes (ages 11–18) delivered in English, with French lessons from beginner to native level.

Set in historic Maisons-Laffitte, 20km from Paris, our campus welcomes students from over 80 nationalities. We emphasize student-centered learning, bilingualism, and leadership, with flexible boarding options available.

International Primary Programme (IPP, ages 5–11)

The IPP builds the foundations of inquiry-based learning through an engaging, bilingual approach that nurtures curiosity, collaboration and confidence. Students develop essential skills and attitudes that prepare them smoothly for the MYP.

IB Middle Years Programme (MYP, ages 11–16)

The MYP encourages students to be active, reflective learners with strong communication and cultural understanding. At Ermitage, experienced teachers mentor students as they develop independence and prepare for the academic demands of the Diploma Programme.

IB Diploma Programme (DP ages 16–19)

In the DP, students engage in a rigorous, inquiry-driven curriculum that promotes critical thinking and autonomy. By graduation, their research, writing and project-management skills ensure strong preparation for university.

Round Square and Co-curricular life

As a Global Member of Round Square, Ermitage offers service-learning trips, exchanges and leadership conferences. A rich daily co-curricular programme enables students to explore interests, lead initiatives and connect with local and global communities.

What sets us apart

• Student-centered learning balancing academic challenge and wellbeing
• Diverse co-curricular opportunities supporting leadership and personal growth
• Teachers as mentors providing individual guidance
• Learning experiences extending beyond the classroom
• Green, historic campus near Paris
• Safe, nurturing international community
• Flexible boarding in traditional French homes
• Expert university guidance
• Dedicated Equestrian and Golf Programmes