La Cote International School

The school’s educational philosophy focuses on academic excellence, creativity, wellbeing, resilience, and global connectedness. It employs a research-led, personalised approach to learning that aims to develop human skills such as critical thinking and curiosity, preparing students to be global citizens.

The school offers a continuum of international curricula, including the British Early Years Foundation Stage for ages 3–5, primary education for ages 5–11, lower secondary for ages 11–16, and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme for ages 16–18. The academic offering is supported by collaborations with MIT for STEAM, The Juilliard School for performing arts, and IMG Academy for sports and wellbeing.

Students consistently achieve strong academic results, with graduates securing places at top-tier universities such as MIT, McGill, the University of Toronto, and King's College London. In the 2021–22 academic year, the school reported a 100% IB Diploma pass rate with an average score of 35 points, exceeding the global average. Additionally, 18% of students earned a bilingual diploma.

Every school in the network maintains a learning support team that works with parents to identify and address individual student needs. The school is committed to providing a high-quality education tailored to the specific requirements of each child.

The school provides a step-by-step admissions process beginning with an enquiry, followed by a tour (in-person or virtual) and a meeting with the principal or teachers. Families submit academic records and details for evaluation, which may include an academic assessment. The school supports families throughout the process, including assistance for expats moving to the area.

The academic year is divided into terms, including a winter term. The 2025-26 calendar includes a winter holiday period from 16 February to 22 February 2026, with classes resuming on 05 January 2026. A pedagogical day is scheduled for 13 February 2026.

The campus features modern, bright classrooms and open learning spaces designed to support technology-enabled learning. Outdoor facilities include green spaces and sports areas. The school maintains a secure, moderated online learning platform called Global Campus, which connects students across the Nord Anglia network.

Students participate in a range of activities beyond the classroom, including global, regional, and local opportunities. These include expeditions such as mountaineering and outdoor activities in Les Martinets, Switzerland, and community service projects in Arusha, Tanzania. The school also offers performing arts programmes through a collaboration with The Juilliard School and STEAM challenges developed with MIT.