Ecole Des Roches
Founded 1899
Updated July 2026
Curriculum
IB DiplomaAccreditations
Languages
English
French
Arabic
Mandarin
GermanÉcole des Roches is a co-educational international boarding school for students aged 10 to 18, located in Normandy, France. It combines French academic excellence with a global perspective, serving a diverse community of approximately 240 students from over 50 nationalities.
Curriculum
Programme tracks
French National CurriculumTeaching approach
Guided by the motto 'Think, Dare, Share & Care,' the school fosters intellectual curiosity, creativity, collaboration, and empathy. It combines a 125-year tradition of French academic excellence with a spirit of internationalism, supported by a partnership with École Jeannine Manuel. The community aims to develop confident, responsible global citizens through a focus on respect, curiosity, and engagement.
Programmes
The school offers the International Baccalaureate (IBDP), the French Baccalaureate (Collège and Lycée), and an intensive French as a Foreign Language (FFL) programme. Additionally, it provides summer and holiday camps featuring options such as the 'French Classic' programme, an 'AI Camp' (covering robotics, coding, and cybersecurity), and an 'Elite Sports Programme' (tennis, golf, padel, e-go-karting, or horseback riding). Optional instruction is available in first languages including Arabic, Chinese, German, Italian, Spanish, and Russian.
Outcomes
Graduates join a global alumni network and are prepared for admission to top universities worldwide. The school emphasizes the development of critical thinking, multilingual competence, and global citizenship, with alumni described as leaders and innovators.
Student support
Learning support
The school maintains a 4:1 student-to-teacher ratio, allowing for small class sizes and individualized academic support. The environment is designed to provide a balance of academic guidance, personal independence, and structured boarding life.
Frequently asked questions(7)
- What curriculum does Ecole Des Roches offer?
- Ecole Des Roches offers IB Diploma.
- How much is tuition at Ecole Des Roches?
- Annual tuition at Ecole Des Roches is €30.8K–€57.4K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
- What ages does Ecole Des Roches teach?
- Ecole Des Roches enrolls students aged 10 to 18.
- Is Ecole Des Roches a day or boarding school?
- Ecole Des Roches is a day and boarding school.
- What accreditations does Ecole Des Roches hold?
- Ecole Des Roches holds accreditations including IB.
- Is Ecole Des Roches co-educational?
- Ecole Des Roches is a co-ed school.
- Where is Ecole Des Roches located?
- Ecole Des Roches is an international school in Dreux, France.
Tuition & fees
Annual tuition by grade
2026-2027| Grade | Ages | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Middle School (Collège) - 5-Day BoardingFrench Bilingual Track | 11–15 | €30.8K |
| Middle School (Collège) - 7-Day BoardingFrench Bilingual Track | 11–15 | €40.7K |
| Upper School (Lycée) - 5-Day BoardingFrench Bilingual Track | 15–18 | €35.6K |
| Upper School (Lycée) - 7-Day BoardingFrench Bilingual Track | 15–18 | €45.5K |
| Upper School (Lycée) - 5-Day BoardingInternational Baccalaureate | 16–19 | €47.5K |
| Upper School (Lycée) - 7-Day BoardingInternational Baccalaureate | 16–19 | €57.4K |
| French as a Foreign Language (FFL) - Full Year - 5-Day BoardingFrench as a Foreign Language | 10–18 | €41.6K |
| French as a Foreign Language (FFL) - Full Year - 7-Day BoardingFrench as a Foreign Language | 10–18 | €51.5K |
Source:PDFEDR-Fees.pdfPDFSummer-Camp-12-Feb-2026.pdfPDFIBDP-Brochure.pdfPDFFFL-Brochure.pdf
Other fees(2)
| Registration fee· First-year registration (one-time, not included in tuition) | €5.9K |
|---|---|
| Boarding· Laundry service (mandatory for 7-day boarders) | €2.5K |
Admissions
The admissions department guides families through the application process for students aged 10 to 18. The school provides a dedicated contact form and is available for inquiries Monday through Friday, from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm CET. Prospective families are encouraged to book a visit to explore the campus and meet with the academic team.
Calendar
The school hosts Open Days, including an on-site event scheduled for May 30, 2026, from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. Additionally, a summer camp webinar is scheduled for May 20, 2026, at 4:00 pm CET. Summer camp sessions for 2026 are held between June 28 and August 9.
Facilities
About the campus
Located on a 50-hectare countryside campus in Normandy, the school features six historic boarding houses. Facilities include sports grounds, a swimming pool, theatre and performance venues, music studios, arts studios, and robotics labs. The campus is situated one hour from Paris by train.
Co-curriculars
Students have access to over 30 activities, including sports such as tennis, padel, golf, equestrian, swimming, rugby, football, athletics, climbing, aviation, boxing, and yoga. Creative and intellectual pursuits include theatre, music, dance, photography, robotics labs, debating, Model UN, journalism, service learning, entrepreneurship, cooking, and chess. The school also hosts annual events like 'Cabaroches' and the 'Coupe d’Eloquence'.
