Rainbow School Paris

Rainbow School Paris is a nurturing learning community that emphasizes the development of the whole student, focusing on identity, self-respect, and environmental awareness. The pedagogy integrates rigorous academics with personal self-discovery, drawing on advances in neuroscience to create a safe, secure, and stimulating environment. The school values diversity, autonomy, and creativity, aiming to cultivate global citizens who contribute to their communities with commitment and joy.

The school offers a bilingual curriculum for Nursery (Pre-Nursery to Kindergarten) and Primary (Grade 1 to Grade 5) students. Primary instruction balances English, based on the British National Curriculum, and French, based on the French National Curriculum, with specific time allocations varying by grade level. Mathematics is taught using the Singapore method, and the school provides customized French as a Foreign Language (FLE) classes for international students.

The school employs an on-campus school counsellor who works with staff and students to maintain a safe, positive environment. Teachers are trained to guide students in articulating complex emotions to foster empathy, and the school utilizes activity centres in Primary classes to promote teamwork and conflict resolution. Individual attention is provided through a tailored curriculum that adapts to the specific needs and profiles of each student.

Enrolment is open throughout the year, though families are encouraged to apply before January due to limited class sizes of 16 students. The process involves a group visit, an interview with the Principal or Deputy Head, and a review of previous school reports and recommendations. Upon acceptance, families must confirm within 15 days and pay non-refundable entrance fees to reserve a place.

The school operates on a Monday to Friday schedule from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm. A detailed term diary and academic calendar are available for download via the school's website.

Located in La Garenne-Colombes, the campus features classrooms and learning spaces designed to support a bilingual, bicultural environment. The school utilizes a mobile computer lab for computational thinking and provides a variety of manipulatives to aid student comprehension of abstract concepts. The grounds are developed to support both academic and personal development, with space for stage productions and artistic activities.

The school offers Rainbow Clubs, which include an Afterschool Club and a Wednesday Club. Students also participate in various enrichment activities such as Drama, Physical Education, Coding, and Dance, which are designed to boost curiosity and explore new topics. Additionally, the school organizes guided field trips, including an annual international trip to England for an immersive English experience.