Welcome to ICS Côte d'Azur. A bilingual Early Years and Primary School where children learn English and French in equal measure.
Join us for our next Open Morning
You can begin your enrolment for September 2026.
Our bilingual programme fosters linguistic proficiency and cultural understanding through instruction in two languages
Early Years and Primary School students follow the International Baccalaureate programme designed for young learners
Our Culture of Care guarantees a warm, welcoming environment from our youngest to our oldest students
Our innovative STEAM curriculum teaches students problem solving and collaboration skills
We plan a sports curriculum that is adapted for every age group, with dedicated facilities on our campus
ICS Côte d'Azur : A bilingual primary school on the French Riviera
As a co-educational day school, we cater to families seeking a bilingual international school for their child. We welcome children ages 3 to 11 years for their early years and primary education.
100%
learner centered
30+
Nationalities
12:1
Student/teacher ratio
50/50
Weekly French / English learning
2021
New STEAM lab opened
EARLY YEARS
EARLY YEARS
Follows the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) in French and English for children aged 3 to 5.
PRIMARY SCHOOL
PRIMARY SCHOOL
We integrate the national curricula for France and England while following the bilingual IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) for students in grades 1-6.
STEAM and Innovation
STEAM and Innovation
The vision behind our STEAM initiatives is for students to acquire critical thinking, creativity and problem-solving skills, essential for their future.
ICS Virtual Tour
Explore our newly developed 360 Virtual Tour, offering an immersive, interactive experience of the campus of our bilingual school.
This innovative tool allows prospective families, alumni, and community members to visit our nursery and primary school from anywhere in the world. With detailed views of classrooms, outdoor spaces, and specialist rooms, the virtual tour highlights ICS’s commitment to providing exceptional, personalised bilingual education in a warm and caring environment.
News + Events
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ICS Côte d'Azur
![Children's Author and Illustrator Visits ICS]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1763368886/ebicaschoolcom/zbvbuctulcxd5i8b4gig/AuthorVisitthumbnail.png","width":250}])
PY2 and PY4 students were thrilled to welcome Canadian author and illustrator Magic Mike for a special storytelling workshop. Judging by their enthusiasm, we’re sure many left the workshop brimming with creative ideas!
![Globeducate Leadership Conference 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1760425848/ebicaschoolcom/joab0evz2cflh6lqgpxg/GLCThumbnail.png","width":250}])
ICS Director Gina Bianchi joined more than 100 Heads of Schools and Principals from across 11 countries for the Globeducate NextGEn School Leadership Conference 2025 in Madrid.
![Welcome to the ICS Early Childhood Centre]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1760098574/ebicaschoolcom/h7vpteepie34ula1y3rt/EarlyChildhoodCentre-Thumbnail.png","width":250}])
Over the past month, our youngest learners in KG1 and KG2 have been exploring the bright, inspiring spaces designed to nurture curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning from day one.
![Inspiring Global Citizens: A Visit from the Mayor]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1759502724/ebicaschoolcom/fa66n4t4fjg2fc4up8yx/Mayor.png","width":250}])
Our PY6 students were honoured to welcome the Mayor of a local town to their classroom last Thursday for a lively discussion on the role of a mayor and how towns and cities are organised.
![ICS Community Welcome: Serena Tzortzaki]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1757315983/ebicaschoolcom/uwoygqpfsnvqpf4ekwaz/SerenaThumbnail.png","width":250}])
ICS is delighted to welcome Serena Tzortzaki to our Early Years team. Serena has studied and worked across Europe and North Africa, gaining rich experiences in global development, cultural exchange, and human connection that now inspire a creative and empathetic approach to teaching.
5 Reasons to choose ICS Côte d'Azur Bilingual School
- 1. Excellence in Bilingual Education
- 2. Innovative and Active Learning Approach
- 3. A Rigorous and Balanced International Curriculum
- 4. A Supportive and Inspiring Environment
- 5. An Exceptional Setting on the Côte d'Azur
1. Excellence in Bilingual Education
2. Innovative and Active Learning Approach
3. A Rigorous and Balanced International Curriculum
4. A Supportive and Inspiring Environment
5. An Exceptional Setting on the Côte d'Azur
The ICS Blog
![Interview: The Value of Bilingual Education in Preschool and Primary]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1753364307/ebicaschoolcom/jv1hipupmgoqw4wwkycf/MumAbroadThumbnail.png","width":250}])
We recently sat down with MumAbroad, a trusted resource for international families across Europe, to discuss the value of bilingual education in the early years and primary school and the ICS difference.
![Bilingual Teaching at ICS Côte d’Azur: 5 Proven Methods That Empower Preschool and Primary Learners]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1748430393/ebicaschoolcom/cu0gsaa9umithc59l7hy/5bilingualmethodsthumbnail.png","width":250}])
At ICS Côte d'Azur, bilingualism is not just an academic goal — it’s the foundation for success in our preschool and primary programmes. Learn more in our latest blog post about the methods we use in our classrooms.
![Why Bilingual Education is the Key to Future Success]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737380636/ebicaschoolcom/gnizpivvngysjvo9kvkn/BilingualBlogThumbnail.png","width":250}])
In our bilingual preschool and primary school, we know the importance of bilingual education: it plays an essential role in children's cognitive development.
![What is the IB Primary Years Programme?]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1712742649/ebicaschoolcom/kqhhde8n4opfrujtlp62/PYPExhibitionThumbnail.png","width":250}])
Discover what an IB World School (International Baccalaureate) is and the Primary Years Programme (PYP) offered at our bilingual school ICS Côte d'Azur.
![Joining ICS Côte d’Azur from the United States]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737363212/ebicaschoolcom/ekhktbvqdyhcvz0ugl1k/UnitedStatesThumbnail.png","width":250}])
Around 20% of families join ICS Côte d’Azur from the US every year, so we asked a few of our current families who had recently moved across the Atlantic for their feedback regarding the similarities and differences between the schools in the USA, and why they chose ICS Côte d’Azur to continue their children’s education.
![How we Teach English and French to Beginners]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727351998/ebicaschoolcom/iatpgudhauwxfxvoptlm/FLEEALThumbnail.png","width":250}])
As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive educational environment, we offer two important programmes: FLE (French as a Foreign Language) and EAL (English as an Additional Language) for students from PY3 to PY6.
![The Transition to School for our Youngest Learners]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737362536/ebicaschoolcom/kd9klzc7lduvkjkusi9f/Youngestlearners.png","width":250}])
Welcoming our new KG1 students in September is one of the most important aspects of transitioning to school for our youngest learners. Read more about how we help them adapt to new routines, faces and languages in our blog post.