Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
Over 620 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
Over 70 |
| Most common nationality |
British |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes almost exclusively |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
The school welcomes many non native speakers of English to the BSP. It provides support in the form of EAL (English as an Additional Language) and has a programme of Intensive English. |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
French is compulsory in all years up to the age of sixteen. |
| Max. number of students per class |
In the Junior School <24 |
| Average number of students per class |
~18 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
All classrooms are equipped with interactive whiteboards and most students (age dependent) use digital tablets/PCs to enhance learning across the curriculum. |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
Yes |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
| External examinations or assessments available |
GCSE, A Levels |
| Results in these examinations |
36.8% A* - A in 2024 and 96% achieved 9-4 (A* - C) at GCSE in 2024 |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Varies according to age |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
Almost all |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Learning Support |
| Learning support offered |
When desirable, the school provides a personalised learning support programme for pupils while allowing them to be an integral part of the school and community. The school operates a policy of inclusion. All pupils belong to a tutor group (Senior School) or class (Junior School). In consultation with parents, a pupil with learning difficulties or disability is offered an individual programme to meet his/her full potential. This could be implemented either by withdrawal from a mainstream subject and/or in class support. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
The school offers its most able students the chance to be involved in more stretching and challenging activities, providing extension, enrichment and acceleration within the curriculum and within extra – curricular activities. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
The BSP is a non-selective school.
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| Waiting list |
Depends on the year group |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
On-going registration throughout the year |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes, pupils can start at any date throughout the year. New students usually start on Mondays. |
| School start time |
The school starts between 8:50 and 9:15 depending on the grade level. |
| School finish time |
The school ends between 15:15 and 16:00 depending on the grade level. |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Limited to Junior School |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Complete range of extra-curricular activities including sports, music, theatre, art, community service and opportunities for student leadership.
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| Sports activities included |
Physical education/sports are in line with the English national curriculum |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
| Facilities at the school |
All normal school facilities exist including, libraries, drama studio, science labs, 6th form common room, Futures (Careers ) hub and more |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Junior Campus: multi-purpose hall, football pitch and basketball court each based on all-weather, year round playable surfaces. Senior Campus: indoor sports hall, outdoor sports areas for football, basketball and climbing wall. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Established in 1954, the British School of Paris is the oldest and largest school based on the British Education System in France. Ten good reasons BSP believes you should entrust your child’s education to it: 1 Impressive GCSE and A Level results: almost all students secure their first choice places at leading universities worldwide
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| Teaching approach of the school |
The children are offered a rich and diverse curriculum and the opportunity to develop skills, knowledge and enjoyment across a wide range of activities. BSP strives to achieve the highest academic attainment possible for each child. BSP children’s happiness is paramount and their wellbeing essential and so high levels of pastoral care are evident throughout. |
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