The International Bilingual School of Provence (IBS)

I.B.S, an independent primary and secondary school, is based on the principle of french-english bilingualism and owes its international character to the diversity of nationalities of its students.

IBS of Provence aims to create an environment in which a sense of individual worth and a commitment to community values are fostered equally.

Our students and staff come from many different horizons with over sixty nationalities represented each year, offering us a unique opportunity to exchange ideas on a multicultural level and learn to respect the beliefs and customs of others as an essential part of our everyday school life. Naturally, languages hold a place of special importance in our curriculum and we encourage students to work together in a spirit of cooperation to enrich their learning experiences both in lessons and in the daily functioning of the school.

The school’s environment is the perfect opportunity for interaction between students of different backgrounds.

I.B.S is above all a place of culture and personal enrichment, essentially an educational establishment which draws its strength and character from its conviviality, its thorough academic approach and its broadmindedness. Through the years, I.B.S has managed to create an authentic family spirit, a harmonious school life, enriching, tolerant, respectful of beliefs and customs which its international uniqueness demands.
Our objective is to prepare our students not only for academic achievement but also for their future role as informed and responsible citizens of the world.

School Objectives
To promote a level of global understanding among our students to accept and respect different cultures and beliefs.

To provide a bilingual, bicultural environment where language acquisition plays an important role in student development.

To help students to become ‘world citizens’ who possess the necessary skills to think critically and evaluate from a global perspective.

To promote student participation in extracurricular activities such as sports and art which IBS believes to play a critical role in overall student development.

To provide an environment of academic rigor where student excellence can flourish.

To promote student leadership skills and responsible behaviour including respect,honesty, self-control and concern for others.

IBS of Provence, in continuity of its educational mission, is committed to offering support and partnership to local cultural, artistic and sports associations. Through these partnerships, as well as other social and cultural initiatives, IBS strives to play a positive role in the development of our community.