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From Nursery to Grade 5, our Primary School students explore the PYP.

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Grade 6 to Grade 9 students engage with the MYP on our Middle School campus.

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In the heart of Paris, nestled among the city’s iconic landmarks, is an international educational community that has thrived for over 60 years. Monique Porter opened the doors of Pershing Hall School in 1964 to a small ‘Junior Primary Class’ of 8, including her daughter, Caroline.

In the 1970s, the International School of Paris experienced significant growth, leading to the need for more space and resources to accommodate its diverse student body. Renamed in 1975, the school settled at 96 bis rue de Ranelagh in 1976, marking a key milestone in its history.

In the 1980s, the International School of Paris gained prestigious accreditations from the IB, CIS, and NEASC, welcomed its first cohort of IB diploma graduates, and expanded by introducing Middle School classes.

In the 1990s, ISP students enriched their education through field trips and participation in Model United Nations. In 1997, Mr. Gareth Jones was appointed Headmaster, serving until 2008 and remaining active in the alumni community.

In the 2000s, ISP expanded its educational offerings by introducing the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) in 2003 and the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) in 2004, reinforcing its commitment to holistic, internationally recognized education. In 2007, the school expanded its campus by acquiring a building at 98 rue du Ranelagh to accommodate its growing community.

In the 2010s, ISP continued its commitment to sustainable development by leading a project in Ghana in 2012, as part of over 16 years of initiatives aimed at empowering communities through service.In 2018, ISP expanded by opening its third campus, Cortambert, for Middle School students, marking a key milestone in its growth. 

From its humble beginnings to a three-campus institution, ISP has evolved to meet the needs of its diverse community, welcoming students from over 70 nationalities. In 2024, ISP celebrated its 60th anniversary and was successfully reaccredited by the CIS, NEASC, and IB, reaffirming its commitment to academic excellence, intercultural understanding, and global leadership.

Discover a collection of memories and impressions from ISP over the past 60 years! This section features testimonials from alumni sharing their fondest memories, showcasing the school’s impact on their lives and the enduring connections formed within the ISP community.