What is The Hive Academy’s educational philosophy?

The Hive Academy keeps classes small and follows an American curriculum with Advanced Placement courses, so teachers follow each pupil closely and prepare them for universities in the United States and elsewhere.

What languages are taught at The Hive Academy?

Teaching is in English, and French is part of the core programme. Spanish, Italian, Chinese and Japanese are also on offer.

What are the tuition fees?

Fees are set separately for middle school and high school, with an enrolment fee on top. Trips, exam registration and some electives are extra. Ask the school for the current year’s rates.

What is the admission process?

You submit an online application and school records, then meet the school. Contact the admissions office for the current calendar and any assessment it asks for.

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The Hive Academy

American curriculum · AP

A small international school in neighbouring Biot, in the Sophia Antipolis park, teaching an American curriculum with Advanced Placement courses. Lessons are in English, with French in the core programme, for ages 11 to 18. Suits families who want English-language secondary schooling.

School’s official website: thehiveacademy.com

80–100

Students

6–12

US grades

US + AP

Curriculum

11–18

Ages

Overview

The Hive Academy is a small international secondary school in Biot, in the Sophia Antipolis park, with around 80 to 100 pupils aged 11 to 18 (grades 6 to 12).

It teaches an American curriculum leading to Advanced Placement (AP) courses and SAT preparation. Lessons are in English, with French in the core programme, and small classes let teachers follow each pupil closely.

Curriculum and programmes

American curriculum and languages

Lessons are in English, with French as part of the core programme. Other languages on offer include Spanish, Italian, Chinese and Japanese.

Courses lead to Advanced Placement exams and SAT preparation for pupils aiming at universities in the United States and elsewhere.

There is no single template. Teachers build learning around each pupil’s strengths, interests and pace, with firm benchmarks to make sure pupils are ready for college.