International Bilingual School of Provence

IBS of Provence fosters a bilingual, bicultural environment that promotes global understanding, critical thinking, and respect for diverse cultures and beliefs. The school aims to develop 'world citizens' by balancing academic rigor with the cultivation of individual worth and community values. It emphasizes student leadership, responsible behavior, and the importance of language acquisition in personal development.

The school offers a bilingual curriculum from nursery through to the final year of secondary school. Secondary students may choose between the French National Education curriculum (leading to the French Baccalauréat) or the International Section, which prepares students for Cambridge IGCSEs in grades 9-10 and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma in grades 11-12. The IB program includes six subject groups, an Extended Essay, a Theory of Knowledge (TOK) course, and CAS activities.

Graduates are prepared for university studies worldwide and are eligible to use the French Parcoursup platform for higher education applications. The school maintains a strong academic record across the IGCSE, International Baccalaureate Diploma, and French Baccalauréat examinations. Career and university orientation days are held annually to assist students in their post-secondary planning.

The school provides specialized support for language acquisition, offering dedicated programs for French as a Foreign Language and English as a Foreign Language. It maintains a formal Learning Needs Policy to guide the support provided to students.

The school accepts applications year-round for students aged 2 to 18. The process requires an online application, school marks from the previous two years, a student letter of motivation, a passport copy, and a teacher recommendation for secondary students. Following a review by the Admissions Committee, successful applicants receive a registration contract, with placement confirmed once the contract and initial fees are processed.

The school operates on an annual academic calendar. Specific holiday dates are provided exclusively to parents through the school's secure Parent Portal.

The main campus is located at Domaine des Pins in Luynes, near Aix-en-Provence, featuring boarding facilities across several houses including Le Mas de Fontaines, Matisse, Sybaris, Le Relais Sainte Victoire, and Le Clos des Oliviers. The school group also operates the IBS Primary West Campus, as well as schools in Marseille and Montpellier. Campus amenities include sports facilities, dining services, and transportation options.

Students participate in a wide range of extracurricular activities, including arts, theatre, music, and various clubs. The school emphasizes sports, offering specialized programs such as a tennis academy and basketball academy, alongside general athletic opportunities. Additionally, students engage in community service and volunteering as part of the IB program's Creativity, Action, and Service (CAS) requirement.