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Jennifer Wallace
The IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) is a curriculum framework that encourages students to become active, lifelong learners. In PY6, the culmination of the PYP journey is the Exhibition, this year centred on the transdisciplinary theme "Sharing the Planet."
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Jennifer Wallace
What an incredible International Day we shared. This year we changed the format a little and invited our families to come into the classrooms to present their countries with songs, dances, food and games!
![Two young women wearing colorful, whimsical costumes - one dressed as a strawberry and the other as a tree - posing in what appears to be an indoor setting with artwork on the walls behind them.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1774858945/ebicaschoolcom/dyymdshvxlyhmtlwyv6o/ICSbookweekthumbnail2026.png","width":250}])
Jennifer Wallace
Book Week celebrates the power of storytelling as a bridge between languages and cultures in our bilingual community. Through interactive workshops and literary challenges in both French and English, our students deepen their love for reading while strengthening their fluency.
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Jennifer Wallace
Eco-Week isn't just a one-off series of events in Globeducate schools; it's a concerted effort to cultivate eco-awareness and conservation within our school communities. Read more about the 2026 edition at ICS.
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Jennifer Wallace
Our PY5 and PY6 students have been out and about exploring local history spots, the perfect way to end their last PYP unit. At ICS, our trips are always purposeful, designed to make learning come to life and deeply root our students in the rich history and culture of the Côte d’Azur.
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Jennifer Wallace
Our young athletes recently represented the school at the FRISL Football Tournament, competing against four international schools: BSM, ISM, Mougins, and ISN. It was a day defined by an incredible atmosphere of teamwork, fair play, and a true spirit of celebration.
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Jennifer Wallace
Our KG2-PY6 students shone at the Neon Fun Run! Despite weather delays, their perseverance and community spirit triumphed under the sun, celebrating "Healthy Minds, Healthy Bodies" with personal motivational bracelets.
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Jennifer Wallace
More incredible sporting achievements from our students. Regan, PY4, became her group triathlon champion (girls age 6-9) in the PACA region.
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Jennifer Wallace
ICS Côte d’Azur is launching a new bilingual Two-Year-Old Kindergarten in September 2026, offering a nurturing, playful introduction to school life focused on wellbeing, language development, and early learning.
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Jennifer Wallace
We love to celebrate student success outside of school at ICS. Nicole, PY4, has been competing in international gymnastics competitions and gaining podium places.
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Jennifer Wallace
We are delighted to announce that ICS PY1 student, Dalya, received an Honorary Mention at the Globeducate Visual Arts Competition 2025.
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Jennifer Wallace
Winter Wonderland at ICS is one of the biggest events of the year. From children's performances to a winter market, to food and drink stalls and fun activities for all ages, every year we love to see the community come together in December.
![New Playgrounds Unveiled at ICS]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764772876/ebicaschoolcom/t9oosbwv79wyojyqehrg/Playgroundvisit.png","width":250}])
Jennifer Wallace
Our school’s outdoor spaces are expanding, with secure play areas, seamless indoor-outdoor access, a gardening zone, and new climbing and slide structures, promoting exploration, active play, and confidence for all students.
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Jennifer Wallace
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!
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Jennifer Wallace
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.