International School of Los Angeles
Updated July 2026
Curriculum
IB Diploma
French National CurriculumAccreditations
Languages
English
French
SpanishThe International School of Los Angeles (LILA) is an independent, international school serving students from preschool through 12th grade. It offers a bilingual, multicultural education that prepares students to be global citizens.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The school's educational philosophy is anchored in three pillars: immersive bilingualism, social-emotional learning, and global citizenship. It aims to cultivate open-minded, critical thinkers who can think, create, and problem-solve in both French and English. The school fosters a diverse, inclusive community that values curiosity, empathy, and integrity.
Programmes
The school offers a bilingual French immersion program from preschool through 12th grade. In elementary school, each class features two teachers—one native French speaker and one native English speaker—following the French cycle system. In middle school, students may follow an international program or a bilingual program combining the French national curriculum with English-taught courses. High school students choose between the International Baccalaureate® Diploma Programme and the French Baccalaureate. The curriculum is further enriched by educational trips, including a 5th-grade immersion trip to France.
Outcomes
Graduates have access to two rigorous academic credentials: the International Baccalaureate® Diploma Programme and the French Baccalaureate. The school provides college counseling to guide students through the university admissions process. Alumni are described as bilingual, critical thinkers who are prepared for global citizenship.
Student support
Learning support
The school emphasizes social-emotional learning (SEL) as a core component of its educational approach, integrating it into daily classroom life to support student well-being and resilience. The school also employs academic interventionists and special education staff to support inclusive learning environments.
Frequently asked questions(5)
- What curriculum does International School of Los Angeles offer?
- International School of Los Angeles offers IB Diploma and French National Curriculum.
- How much is tuition at International School of Los Angeles?
- Annual tuition at International School of Los Angeles is $23.8K–$33.2K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
- What accreditations does International School of Los Angeles hold?
- International School of Los Angeles holds accreditations including IB.
- Is International School of Los Angeles co-educational?
- International School of Los Angeles is a co-ed school.
- Where is International School of Los Angeles located?
- International School of Los Angeles is an international school in Los Angeles, United States.
Tuition & fees
Annual tuition by grade
2026-2027| Grade | Ages | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool & Pre-Kindergarten | 3–4 | $23.8K |
| Kindergarten–5th grade | 5–10 | $27.6K |
| 6th grade–8th grade | Middle School | 11–13 | $30.4K |
| 9th grade–12th grade | High School | 14–17 | $33.2K |
Other fees(8)
| Registration fee· New Family Fee (one time per family) | $1.5K |
|---|---|
| Registration fee· New Student / New Sibling Registration | $750 |
| Deposit· Tuition Guarantee | $325 |
| Registration fee· Returning Student Registration | $175 |
| Materials· Elementary Materials Fee | $275 |
| Registration fee· Administrative Fee | $40 |
| Registration fee· Burbank Building Replacement Fund (BBRF) - one-time, per-student fee applicable to all incoming Burbank students | $1K |
| Deposit· Additional deposit for returning students (included in the $1,000 returning student deposit) | $500 |
Discounts
- Sibling discount: $500 - $3,000
- Full-payment discount: $500
Admissions
The school provides an admissions process for prospective families, including informational events and a need-based financial aid program. Financial aid is available to both new and returning families, with applications managed through the Clarity platform. Deadlines for financial aid applications are January 31st for new families and October 31st for returning families. The school maintains a nondiscriminatory policy regarding race, color, and national or ethnic origin in its admissions and educational policies.
Calendar
The school provides academic calendars for the 2025-26 and 2026-27 school years, which are accessible via the school's website.
Facilities
About the campus
The school operates across four campuses in the Los Angeles area. The Burbank campus serves students in grades 6–12 and is located in the Rancho Equestrian district. Three elementary campuses serving preschool through 5th grade are located in Los Feliz, Pasadena, and West Valley (Tarzana). Facilities include classrooms, libraries, computer labs, and dedicated outdoor play and dining areas, with the Los Feliz campus spanning six acres.
Co-curriculars
Students participate in a wide range of activities, including approximately 40 student-led clubs, arts programs, and athletics. Student leadership opportunities include the Student Council (comprising the Associated Student Body and Conseil de la Vie Lycéenne), class delegates, a student DEI committee, and student ambassadors. Popular clubs include Model United Nations, debate, the LILA Gazette online newspaper, choir, rock and jazz bands, and the Green Team, alongside various special interest, academic, and service-oriented groups. The school also offers after-school activities and camps during school breaks and summer.
Dr. Conrad HughesHead of SchoolDr. Conrad Hughes is the Head of School at the International School of Los Angeles. He is an accomplished author of several books on education, including "Changing Assessment: How to Design Curriculum for Human Flourishing" (2025), and has contributed articles to organizations such as UNESCO and the World Economic Forum.
Anneli HarveyAssociate Head of School: Teaching and LearningAnneli Harvey serves as the Associate Head of School for Teaching and Learning. She has an extensive background in education, including 13 years of teaching in London, and holds a Certificate in Advanced Educational Leadership from Harvard Graduate School of Education. She previously served as LILA’s interim Head of School in 2024 and 2025.
Mathieu MondangeBurbank Campus Director, Associate Head of School for French Affairs PS-12Mathieu Mondange is the Burbank Campus Director and Associate Head of School for French Affairs (PS-12). A graduate of the University of Paris I: Panthéon-Sorbonne, he has been with the school since 2008, serving in various teaching and leadership roles across multiple campuses.
François ZabkaPasadena Campus DirectorFrançois Zabka is the Pasadena Campus Director. He joined the school in 2013 as a French teacher and previously served as the Dean of Student and Campus Life, where he focused on emotional learning and restorative practices.
Vincent WiemannWest Valley Campus DirectorVincent Wiemann is the West Valley Campus Director. He holds a Master’s Degree in French Education and has extensive experience in special education and pastoral care, having previously worked in the UK and Louisiana.
Sarah KoaLos Feliz & Early Learning Center Campus DirectorSarah Koa is the Los Feliz & Early Learning Center Campus Director. She holds a Master of Arts in teaching from USC and has been with the LILA community since 2009, having previously established and managed the Early Learning Center.
Rebecca WilkinsDirector of Student LifeRebecca Wilkins is the Director of Student Life. She joined LILA in 2017 as a STEM teacher and previously served as the Early Learning Center Director, where she helped establish the inaugural toute petite section class.