Mougins British International School

The school is guided by four core values: Respect, Learning, Integrity, and Community. It aims to foster a spirit of collaboration, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of learning while preparing students to contribute to a more just and sustainable world. The educational approach emphasizes STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics) and outdoor learning to develop tenacity, resilience, and well-rounded character.

The school follows the English National Curriculum across five key stages, culminating in IGCSE and A-level examinations. The academic programme includes the Early Learning Centre (Nursery and Reception), Primary School (Key Stages 1 and 2), and Secondary School (Key Stages 3, 4, and 5/Sixth Form). The curriculum is enriched by a STEAM approach, a French Bilingual Pathway, and a focus on outdoor learning.

Students consistently achieve high qualifications, with the school publishing annual academic results and university destinations. Recent graduates have been accepted into institutions such as Durham University in the UK, the University of Pennsylvania and Johns Hopkins University in the USA, and the Atelier des Sèvres in France. The school provides a sixth-form mentorship programme, a dedicated university counsellor, and UCAS clinics to support students in their university applications.

The school is committed to inclusive education and provides an SEN team to support students with behavioural challenges, relocation difficulties, or other individual educational needs. Additional support programmes, such as the RISE programme for academic support and English as an Additional Language (EAL) services, are available for an additional charge.

The school follows a four-step application process and accepts applications for all classes, subject to availability. Families are required to pay an application fee, a registration fee, and a contribution to the Excellence Fund. Fee reductions are available for families without employer subsidies, with discounts offered for families enrolling multiple children.

The school provides downloadable academic calendars for the 2025-26 and 2026-27 school years. The school day typically runs from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm.

Located in the Sophia Antipolis technology park, the purpose-built campus features six modern buildings surrounded by woodland and gardens. Facilities include well-equipped classrooms, four science laboratories, two IT suites, a dedicated performing arts and music building, a library with 11,000 books, a gymnasium, and a dining room. The campus also provides outdoor recreational areas and woodland trails for student use.

The school offers a wide range of clubs and extracurricular activities to complement the academic curriculum, including sports, music, drama, and art courses. Students participate in the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, Model United Nations (MUN), and various fundraising challenges. Additionally, the school is a LAMDA-certified centre.