international school of paris

founded in 1964, the international school of paris (isp) is the only school in france to offer all major international baccalaureate programs. the student body comprises over 60 nationalities. the majority of our families are affiliated with multinational companies, government organizations and embassies; however, 11% of our students come from the local french community. emphasizing individual attention, the class size is limited to approximately 20 students. classes in art, drama, music and physical education are part of the regular weekly schedule. numerous after-school activities are available. the school organizes regular field trips, taking full advantage of the rich environment of paris and france. isp has three separate campuses in the 16th arrondissement of paris. the primary school campus consists of two beautiful townhouses, joined by a playground. the secondary school campus, just across the river seine from the eiffel tower, includes three main buildings designed to serve the needs of the arts, the sciences, technology, and other academic disciplines. the school also uses local athletic stadiums, soccer fields, indoor gymnasiums, basketball courts and swimming pools to enhance its physical education program, and the main drama productions take place in a professional theater.