International School of Nice

The school aims to create a nurturing, stable, and caring environment where students are seen, valued, and empowered. It emphasizes contextualizing the curriculum, encouraging student ownership of learning, and fostering skills such as effective communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and resilience. The school's approach, described as "Academics PLUS," focuses on holistic growth alongside high academic standards.

The school offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework, including the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 3-11, a Middle School Programme for ages 11-14, and the IGCSE curriculum and IB Diploma Programme (IB DP) for ages 14-19. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for university, with a focus on both academic excellence and personal development.

ISN graduates are accepted at top universities worldwide. Students consistently perform well above the world average in the annual IB Diploma examinations, with many achieving a diploma average total points score of 35 or more. The school also offers the ISN High School Diploma for students who do not complete the full IB Diploma Programme.

The school operates the REACH Centre to provide inclusive support for students. It offers one-to-one support and English as an Additional Language (EAL) services to cater to a diverse community of learners. The school is committed to accommodative practices to ensure all students have effective learning opportunities.

The school welcomes applications throughout the year. The admissions process requires an application fee, a non-refundable registration/admission fee, and an Excellence Fund contribution for students in Grade 1 and above. Once accepted, a down-payment on tuition is required to guarantee a place. Sibling discounts are available for families with three or more children.

The school operates on an annual academic cycle. Tuition fees are quoted annually, with payment options available in 3, 6, or 9 installments. The first payment is due upon enrollment, and the second is due at the end of August. Mid-year enrollments are charged on a prorated basis.

The purpose-built campus, located near Nice Côte d'Azur Airport, features a 300-seat theatre, a gymnasium, science laboratories, a STEAM room, a Marine Learning Hub, and a dedicated music block. Outdoor facilities include an all-weather football pitch, a full-size basketball court, a tennis court, a handball court, and a volleyball court. The school also provides a library, canteen, and student lockers.

Students are invited to participate in a range of arts, sports, and leadership opportunities. After-school activities are held on Mondays and Thursdays. Notable extracurriculars include the Model United Nations, Junk Kouture, and various inter-school sports tournaments, including European competitions like the Mediterranean Cup.