French Curriculum International Schools in India

Last updated 11 August 2026

About international schools in India

French-curriculum international schools in India deliver the French national curriculum and are often part of or affiliated with the global French school network (AEFE) or with French organisations such as the Mission laïque française; they prepare pupils for French national qualifications including the Baccalauréat and, in some schools, bilingual or international pathways like the BFI/OIB. Instruction is primarily in French but most schools offer strong English teaching and local-language options, and many run bilingual sections or dedicated language-support for non-French speakers. These schools are concentrated in major cities and in Pondichéry, with programmes also run by French partners in places such as Chennai, so location and transport are important practical considerations for relocating families. Fees and admissions practice vary by school and are set locally; families should expect to apply ahead of the rentrée (start of the school year) while schools typically accept enquiries year-round and may offer mid-year places subject to availability and language assessment.

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At a glance 1 schools · avg fee INR 12,683

Schools listed: 1
Curricula: 3
Average annual fee: INR 12,683
Fee range: INR 7,679 – 17,687
Most common curriculum: French Curriculum (1 schools)
Average school size: 304 pupils
Largest by enrolment: Lycée Français International de Delhi

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Lycée Français International de Delhi

French Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary) · Ages 2 to 18

₹7,679 - 17,687

Ages 2 to 18 years

French Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary)

Instructs in French and English

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FAQs for India

How does the French curriculum differ from IB, CBSE or IGCSE schools?

The French system follows the French national curriculum set and inspected by the French Ministry of Education and leads to nationally recognised exams (Diplôme national du brevet in collège and the Baccalauréat in lycée), with prescribed programmes and assessment formats. Some French schools abroad also offer bilingual or international tracks such as the French Baccalauréat International (BFI) or an OIB-style option, which add a stronger bilingual and bicultural component compared with the standard French baccalaureate.

What ages and school stages do French schools in India cover?

French schools normally mirror the French structure: maternelle (preschool), primaire (primary), collège (lower secondary) and lycée (upper secondary), covering roughly ages 2 - 3 up to 17 - 18 depending on the establishment. Many of the schools in India publish grade or age comparisons and offer programmes from early years through Terminale, but availability of every year group differs by campus so parents should check each school’s listing for exact coverage.

Is teaching mainly in French, and can non-French speakers join?

Teaching is principally in French, but most schools provide structured English tuition and some run English international sections or reinforced English pathways; language-support (FLE/FLS) is commonly offered to help non-French speakers catch up. Families relocating with children who do not speak French should ask schools about initial assessment, dedicated language support, and the proportion of lessons taught in English versus French for the pupil’s year group.

When should I apply and what are common admissions requirements?

Key intake is usually at the rentrée (start of the school year), and many schools publish admissions windows and invite visits or assessments in advance; however enquiries are generally accepted year-round and schools may offer places during the year depending on availability. Admissions commonly require previous school reports, proof of identity and residence, and for older children a language assessment or record of prior study; some schools also use CNED or internal measures to bridge gaps for students joining from a different system.

What should parents look for during a school visit or when comparing schools?

Check the school’s accreditation or homologation (AEFE affiliation or recognised French inspection), the exam centre status for the Baccalauréat, published language-support arrangements and how the school manages transitions for non-French pupils, plus practical details such as class sizes, pastoral support and transport. Also ask for recent term dates, the published fee and billing policy, and evidence of how the school prepares students for higher education pathways both in India and overseas.