South of France French Riviera Boarding school

South of France French Riviera Boarding school

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Travel to the South of France and especially to the French Riviera to experience a sunny student exchange in France!

Study abroad and attend a private boarding school on the French Riviera. Live with a lovely and caring French family on weekends and holidays. A real seaside experience! 

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  • study abroad France
  • age from 15 to 17 years old
  • Language French
  • dates September to June
  • length Term, Semester, Academic year
  • fees from 7190 EUR
South of France French Riviera Boarding school : Description

​Next possible start dates: August 2025. Apply now!

Study a a French boarding school on the French Riviera!

Your Exchange Program in a French Riviera boarding school with Nacel International: we offer you the unique opportunity to attend an exchange program on the French Riviera, on the Mediterranean seaside! Enjoy a sunny and mild climate, walks along the sea in the winter, afternoons on the beach in the summer, fresh seafood and the relaxed lifestyle of the South of France!

State-supported private schools are significantly subsidized, making them much more affordable than fully independent international private schools in France. These schools adhere to the national curriculum, and while many have a religious foundation (often Catholic), students are not required to participate in religious services.

What should you expect of a private boarding school?

French secondary education is divided into two schools:

  •  the “collège” for the first four years directly following primary school (Grades 6-9)
  • the “lycée” for the next three years.

    Completion of secondary studies leads to the “baccalauréat”. The school’s director makes the decision regarding grade and placement level for international students, taking into account the school’s organization, the student’s transcripts and their French level. All students attend general classes such as French, History, Foreign Language (usually English, then German or Spanish), Sports, etc..

    Private boarding schools in France usually offer 5-day boarding option. Exchange students are hosted in host families for weekends and holidays.
    There is a strong community spirit in these schools and students are involved in many international projects.

    Graduation from a boarding school in France is only possible after at least two years of study (Grade 11 and 12).

    Rather looking for an exchange program in France in host families? Or a program in a different location? Look at our page dedicated to student exchange in France

  • South of France French Riviera Boarding school : Video
    South of France French Riviera Boarding school : Accommodation

    In this French Riviera boarding school, exchange students live at the boarding quarters with their school friends during the week (Monday to Friday), with full board, and with a host family on weekends and during the school holidays, with full board.

    South of France French Riviera Boarding school : Procedures

    Please request further information through the contact form.

    Please note: consult us first if you have any special diet or a medical issue (existing condition, chronic or mental health issues). Thank you!

    South of France French Riviera Boarding school : Fees

    French Riviera boarding school

    *Price in EUR per participant.

    Not included Application fees (65 euros)

    School Year Abroad in France 2025/2026

    School trimestre :

    • late August 2025 to December 2025 (with orientation/ soft landing camp)
    • early February 2026 to May 2026 (no orientation)

    School semester :

    • late August 2025 to mid January 2026 (with orientation/ soft landing camp)
    • mid January 2026 to mid June 2025 (no orientation)

    School academic year:

    • late August 2025 to mid June 2026 (with orientation/ soft landing camp)
    • mid January 2025 to late December 2026 (no orientation and no accommodation during the summer break)


    Price includes

    • Administration fees
    • School registration and fees (including school lunches)
    • Boarding school on weekdays and host family accommodation with full board on weekends, bank holidays and half term holidays
    • School books
    • Support, assistance and 24/7 Hotline during the whole program


    Price does not include

    • Round-trip international airfare
    • Travel insurance (luggage loss, flight delay etc.)
    • Visa, passport and medical exam fees
    • Extra activities such as sports, excursions, etc. organized by the school or others, extra language courses
    • Domestic transfer on departure day
    • Personal expenses and spending money

    Mandatory fees to be added

    • Meet&Greet + Orientation: 500 EUR
    •  Supervised transfer on arrival to school/host family: 430 EUR
    •  Insurance: 450 EUR
    • School books: 100 EUR
    •  School transportation: Term  150 EUR - Semester 200 EUR - Year 250 EUR 
    South of France French Riviera Boarding school : Deadline
    Apply at least 5 months before arrival.
    South of France French Riviera Boarding school : Eligibility

    Exchange students must be interviewed in their home country before being accepted in the French Riviera boarding school.
    A minimum of two years of French study and good academic results are required to study in France.

    If you speak no or very little French, we advise you to consider a French international school in Paris area: Notre-Dame International High School. Inquire now: https://www.ndihs.com 

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