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Applying to the SIB

Everything you need to know about the application process for the British International Section at Collège Voltaire.

Applications for 2026–2027 are now closed. Applications for 2027–2028 will open in early 2027. The Paris Rectorate website is the only definitive source of information for the application process. Visit the Rectorate website →

Approximate Key Dates Timeline

Please note that the dates can change from year to year.

January – March

Application window

Applications submitted via the Paris Rectorate website and DAFNE platform.

February or March

Parents' information meeting

The Paris SIB parents' associations organise an online meeting to talk through the application process. If you would like to be sent a link to the meeting, please email us.

March

Written test

Eligible candidates are contacted by the Rectorate to sit the written exam.

April – May

Oral test

Candidates are invited for an oral examination.

June

Results

Results for applications to the Voltaire SIB are sent out around mid-June.

Late June

Enrolment

The Collège usually holds an onsite enrolment for new 6e and their parents. ASIBRAVO representatives are present to answer questions.

September

Rentrée scolaire

Official start of the school year. ASIBRAVO organises a pré-rentrée coffee morning for new 6e families.

What you need for the application dossier

Applications are submitted via the Paris Académie website. The following documents are required:

  1. School results and reports for the current and previous years. If your child is in a school abroad, records can be submitted in English; other languages require an official translation.
  2. Livret de famille or birth certificate
  3. Custody certificate if you are divorced.
  4. Two proofs of Paris or Paris suburb address (tax, insurance etc). If relocating without a fixed address, a letter attesting to temporary residence or a work contract showing relocation to Paris can be used.
  5. School choices — first, second and third choice strongly recommended.
  6. Transport time and means from home to school.
  7. Déclaration de pratique linguistique — This form informs the Rectorate about where and how your child has learnt English and can be found on the Paris Académie website.

Useful official links

Still have a question about the process?

Email ASIBRAVO