Speak & think
globally Parler et penser
à l’échelle mondiale

Cultivating outstanding, bilingual critical thinkers

Welcome to LILA, the International School of Los Angeles. With a preschool–12th grade education delivered in a caring and diverse environment, our students become global citizens prepared to thrive in an ever-changing world.

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Admissions

A future full of possibilities begins at LILA Un avenir plein de possibilités commence au LILA

Our admissions team is committed to helping families navigate the application process, ensuring a smooth transition into our dynamic and inclusive learning environment.

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Academics

You only have one chance to educate your child

Make it count with a seamless educational journey. Preschool through elementary students are immersed in one of the world’s strongest educational systems. Middle and high schoolers choose between two unique and challenging academic pathways: the International Baccalaureate® programs and the French national curriculum.

  • Encouraging children’s desire to learn, to assert and develop their personality, and to exercise their curiosity about the world around them

    Preschool

  • Developing caring global citizens, first in the warm and familial environment of each of our three intimate elementary campuses

    Elementary School

  • Bringing students from various elementary schools together on one central campus in Burbank

    Middle School

  • Developing outstanding critical thinkers who have access to two of the most rigorous academic credentials in the world

    High School

  • Embarking on an exciting learning journey in a culturally diverse environment that values critical thinking and well-developed communication skills

    Educational Philosophy

“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

Student Life

Vibrant & varied

Whether in the classroom, on the court, or after school, our students can participate in a multitude of activities and programs that ignite interest and inspire connection.

  • An abundance of opportunities for students to explore artistic expression through classes and clubs

    Arts

  • Developing self-discipline to lead a purposeful life

    Athletics

  • Diving into hands-on leadership experiences and cultivating friendships in micro-communities

    Student Leadership & Clubs

  • Exploring interests and passions in a fun, safe, and interactive environment

    After-School Program

  • Educational and engaging programs for students that bridge school breaks and summer vacation

    Camps
community

Our close-knit, global community Notre communauté mondiale, unie et solidaire

LILA’s community mirrors the rich tapestry of Los Angeles, embracing a multitude of beliefs, nationalities, and languages. From integrated school trips to destinations like France, Costa Rica, and Greece, to school events like the French Holiday Bazaar and Fête Autour du Monde, we cultivate a tight-knit community that thrives on global connections and shared experiences.

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OUR CAMPUSES

Four locations throughout the Los Angeles area ensure accessibility to a diverse range of families

Burbank

6th – 12th Grade

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Burbank

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