The International Baccalaureate (IB)
The IB Diploma Programme, taught in English, combines academic rigour and excellence. Taught by expert teachers, it prepares students for higher education through a challenging and stimulating curriculum.
Students per class
6 – 12
2024 results
93%
Different nationalities
54
From
26 643 €
Ed Owens – IB coordinator
Located in the heart of Normandy, École des Roches offers a comprehensive education that nurtures students academically, socially and emotionally.
We offer a holistic education which, in line with the IB’s mission, aims to develop inquisitive, knowledgeable and caring young people.
Becoming an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School in 2016, it has since strengthened its Diploma Programme (DP), offering a comprehensive educational experience that fosters reflection, innovative learning and deep intercultural awareness.
Our major assets
A school of excellence, École des Roches offers personalised support thanks to its small classes, varied options and innovative teaching methods, enabling each student to develop to the full.
An exceptional setting
Just 90 minutes from Paris, École des Roches welcomes students from all over the world to its 60-hectare campus, combining modern facilities, multiculturalism and a wide range of activities.
Linguistic and cultural immersion
Students benefit from total immersion in French language and culture, with classes focusing on oral communication to develop their confidence and communication skills.
International environment
Students live in a multicultural environment with peers of over 50 nationalities, fostering international friendships.
Extra-curricular activities
The programme offers a variety of activities, from sport to bee-keeping, enriched by the CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) programme, to stimulate creativity, commitment and a spirit of solidarity.
Academic excellence
The IBDP offers a demanding, personalised education, with a 4:1 teacher-student ratio, providing ideal preparation for university studies.
Recognised CAS programme
The IB CAS programme encourages students to take part in artistic, sporting and community projects, developing their creativity, initiative and responsibility, while strengthening their personal and social commitment.
Transformative school
With the UNESCO Transformative School label, the school promotes sustainable and inclusive education, training students to be open-minded, responsible and involved in social and environmental projects.
Personalised follow-up
Personalised support combines daily homework (2h15 to 3h) and support in maths and French, to reinforce learning according to the needs of each student.
Educational programme
In addition to the six subjects chosen, each IBDP student must take three core components, specifically designed to develop critical thinking, research and writing skills, as well as an understanding of the world as it exists today.
The brief
A 4,000-word research paper based on a personal problem, which prepares students for the type of projects undertaken at university.
The theory of knowledge
Encourages students to ask themselves: “How do we know what we know?”. This course enables students to develop their critical thinking skills.
CAS
In CAS (Creativity, Activity and Service), students take part in a wide variety of extra-curricular, community service and sporting activities.
The International Baccalaureate – Programme details
Language and Literature
English
French
Spanish
Chinese
Russian
Language acquisition
English B
French B
French AB initio
Spanish B
Chinese B
Russian B
Individuals and Societies
History
Economics
Business management
Psychology (optional)
Sciences
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Mathematics
Application and interpretation
Analysis dna approaches
Arts
Visual arts
Typical day
The iB prepares students for university life by developing their talents and skills. Supervised by Heads of House, who act as ‘surrogate parents’, they benefit from a caring and secure environment. These adults look after their well-being, their academic success and their day-to-day needs, in liaison with their parents and the school services.
Waking up
6:45 AM
Breakfast
7:15 AM
Class
7:55 AM to 10:40 AM
Break
10:40 AM
Class
11 AM to 12:50 AM
Lunch Break
11:55 AM or 12:50 PM (2 services)
Class, Sports or Artistic Activities
2:15 PM to 4:05 PM or 5 PM (2 times a week)
Afternoon break
4:05 PM
First guided study
5 PM
Dinner and free time
7 PM
Roll -call
8:15 PM (all students gather around their heads of house)
Second guided study
8:30 PM to 9:15 PM (4th and 3rd grade)
Bedtime for the youngest
9:30 PM
Bedtime for older children
10:30 PM
Download the brochure
To find out more about the courses and activities in the 2025-2026 school programme, download the brochure below.
Calendar
School holidays
École des Roches follows the Zone B school calendar, with clearly defined holiday periods to allow students to rest while balancing their academic year.
Toussaint :
Friday 17 October – Sunday 02 November 2025
Christmas :
Friday 19 December at 5.30pm – Sunday 04 January 2026
Winter :
Friday 13 February at 5.30pm – Sunday1 March 2026
Spring :
Friday 10 April at 5.30pm – Sunday 26 April 2026
Organisation of departures
Departures and returns during the holidays are organised to ensure that everything runs smoothly for both French and international students.
France :
Friday after school – Sunday after school from 6 p.m.
International :
Friday: Departure by plane from Roissy Charles de Gaulle, flight between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.
The return Sunday: return by plane, arriving at Roissy Charles de Gaulle, flight between 12.30 and 4.30 p.m.
Key dates
These key events, to which families are invited, strengthen community ties and celebrate the values of the school.
Saturday 14 June 2025:
School Fête
Tuesday 11 November 2025:
Promotion baptism
Rates
These prices include the entrance fee, deposit, tuition, boarding and personal expenses.
| Classes | Permanent boarding | Boarding 1 weekend out of 2 | 5-day boarding course | Half-board |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PPI D1 D2 | 57 121 € | 53 604 € | 47 556 € | 26 643 € |
Registration
The École des Roches application process is structured to ensure that all applications are fully assessed. It consists of three main stages:
File analysis
Families must provide recent school reports, a letter of motivation and pay an application fee of €150.
Individual interviews
Conducted online or on site, this interview provides a better understanding of the student’s plans and an opportunity to discuss them with the family.
Final decision
Once the application has been studied and the interview completed, the school informs the families of its decision via the Open Apply platform.
Would you like to find out more?
We’d love to hear from you.
295 Avenue Edmond Demolins
27130 Verneuil d’Avre et d’Iton France
+33 (0)2 32 60 40 00
contact@ecoledesroches.com