American School of Paris

There are many excellent international schools in Paris, but there is only one American School of Paris.
Since 1946, we have provided a student-centered environment where academic excellence and personal well-being go hand-in-hand. We are a vibrant “Global Village” of over 60 nationalities, yet our core is defined by a growth-oriented educational philosophy: a dynamic approach that focuses on developing the whole person, ensuring that every student is challenged, supported, and prepared to thrive in an ever-changing world. Every student is known, cared for, and supported.

What truly makes the ASP experience unique is the power of choice. As the only school in the Paris region to offer a “dual-track” curriculum, our students can choose between the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma and Advanced Placement (APs). This unparalleled flexibility allows our students to tailor their academic pathway to their specific strengths and global university goals.

This academic rigor leads to proven results; we don’t just prepare students for graduation, we prepare them for their best futures. Our students consistently earn the highest IB and AP scores, with recent graduates attending the world’s most selective institutions, including Brown, NYU, UC Berkeley, the London School of Economics, Bocconi in Milan, or ESSEC in France.

Our state-of-the-art campus in Saint-Cloud provides the perfect backdrop for this journey. Set on 12 verdant acres, it is the largest and most complete campus in the Paris area, gathering students from Grades K3–12 in an environment that fosters creativity and movement. Here, innovation comes to life in professional-grade ceramics, cinema, recording, and design studios, as well as dedicated “Maker” spaces. Our commitment to holistic growth extends to the performing arts, centered around a 300-seat auditorium and intimate black-box theater, and to athletics, where two gymnasiums and multiple outdoor fields support our student-athletes.

Diversity is our strength, but at ASP, we are a true “melting pot” committed to genuine inclusion. With a student-to-faculty ratio of 7:1, we provide the personalized attention that builds social-emotional confidence. Our dedicated English-as-an-Additional Language (EAL) and Learning Support programs ensure that we accommodate a broad range of learners, allowing every child to thrive. This sense of belonging extends beyond the classroom into the best of American-style student life, featuring over 60 clubs and a premier athletics program. As members of the International Schools Sports Tournament (ISST) league, our students compete across Europe, developing leadership and teamwork skills that last a lifetime.

We understand that for many families, relocating to Paris is a major transition, which is why we ensure that at ASP, you aren’t just joining a school : you are joining a community. Our active Parent Faculty Association (PFA) provides an immediate support network and a welcoming home for the whole family.

Your journey starts here : whoever you are, whatever your interests, and wherever you are from, you belong at ASP.