Elementary Primaire

These formative years are characterized by intellectual curiosity which, when cultivated, sets children up for a lifetime love of learning.

The International School of Los Angeles develops caring global citizens equipped to thrive in an ever-changing world, first in the warm and familial environment of each of our three intimate elementary campuses.

Our faculty guides students in developing outstanding critical thinking skills and metacognitive awareness, putting them on firm footing for the rest of their educational careers. Each student acquires knowledge and skills adapted to their age, to their individual needs, and to the development of their well-being.

Educational Framework

Bilingualism the LILA way

Our English and French-speaking teachers work in tandem during the elementary years to guide students in understanding themselves in relation to others and in fostering their own intellectual curiosity.

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Curriculum

Two languages, one community

Classes are organized as a series of multi-year cycles, following the official program of the French Ministry of Education, with English language coursework complementing French classes.

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Educational Trips and Travel

Exploring communities and expanding horizons

We believe in expanding the horizons of our elementary students through enriching experiences that extend off campus, from exploring historical landmarks to immersing in outdoor museums.

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“Having zero experience with an international education, we were curious how the French would go; it’s been amazing to see how the children have embraced it.”

Parent

“Beyond the desire to raise our children bilingually, we chose LILA because of the quality and rigor of the instruction, and because of the IB programme. LILA is outwardly focused in a way that most LA private schools aren’t, and we like the school’s values and international outlook. It’s a refreshing perspective and a healthy one for kids being raised in LA.”

Parent

“The community is the best, and that flows down from the leadership to the teachers, the staff, and the students.”

Parent

“We love LILA for the strong values that support diversity, a variety of cultures, and incredibly high academic standards.”

Parent

“The students are outstanding: worldly, bright, and outgoing.”

Teacher

“I love the LILA community. As an expatriate, you can feel isolated. LILA gave me a second family.”

Parent

“We love LILA because of the international community with similar values in both education and life! We don’t speak French at home and have been amazed by [our child’s] progress over the last two years.”

Parent

“Our favorite LILA memories stem from the many on-campus get-togethers organized by the school. We’ve met so many amazing friends and families through these events, which serve to enhance the sense of community we continue to experience.”

Parent

“Seeing our children so happy to come to school everyday fills us with joy and reassures us that we made the right decision to have our children attend LILA.”

Parent

“I love the openness and honesty of our students.”

Teacher

Elementary School Leadership

  • Benoit Forner

    Benoît Forner

    Pasadena Campus Director

  • Vincent Wiemann

    Vincent Wiemann

    West Valley Campus Director

  • Sarah Koa

    Sarah Koa

    Los Feliz Campus Director

Our community is international

At the International School of Los Angeles, our faculty and families have lived experience from across the globe and many languages spoken. We take the best aspects of French and international educational practices to give our students all the tools they need to become good citizens.

Welcome to LILA. We speak & think globally.

Accreditations & Memberships