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French Curriculum International Schools in Japan

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About international schools in Japan

French-curriculum international schools in Japan deliver the programmes of the French national education system - often within the AEFE network - so teaching, assessment and pathways (including the French baccalauréat or its international variants) follow French standards rather than primarily English-language international routes. Schools are concentrated in major population centres (notably Tokyo and the Kansai region around Kyoto/Osaka) and typically teach primarily in French while offering strong programmes in Japanese and English; some Tokyo schools also run explicit bilingual French - Japanese tracks. Annual tuition varies by location and school size: smaller regional French schools can sit below ¥1,000,000 a year while larger Tokyo institutions commonly publish fees in the mid-to-high six-figure or low seven-figure yen range, with additional one-off or annual charges for registration, capital/structure fees, school meals, transport and activities. Admissions follow the academic cycle of each school (check individual calendars), with many families applying in the months before the next school year and mid-year transfers possible where places and language support permit; relocating families should plan for language assessments, waiting lists and the practicalities of commute or temporary housing near campuses.

Compare 3 French Curriculum international schools in Japan. Filter by curriculum, fees (average JPY 1,251,175), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 3 schools · avg fee JPY 1,251,175
Schools listed
3
Curricula
2
Average annual fee
JPY 1,251,175
Fee range
JPY 823,200 – 1,552,300
Most common curriculum
French Curriculum (3 schools)
Average school size
648 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Lycée Français International de Tokyo
Oldest
Lycée Français International de Tokyo (1967)

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FAQs for Japan

How does a French-curriculum school in Japan differ from an IB or English-language international school?
A French-curriculum school follows the French national syllabus, classroom organisation and assessment model, which leads to French qualifications such as the baccalauréat or its international variants; instruction and most subject content are taught in French. By contrast, IB and English-language schools use different curricula, assessment styles and university-preparation routes, so the choice affects language of instruction, subject sequencing and diploma recognition for higher education.
What ages and stages do these schools typically cover?
Many French international schools in Japan offer a full 3 - 18 continuum from maternelle (early years) through primaire (primary) and secondaire (collège and lycée), but provision varies by site. Some schools are small and cover only nursery/primary while larger AEFE establishments provide the complete pathway up to terminale; always check each school’s published age range before applying.
What languages are taught and how is support for non-French speakers handled?
French is normally the primary language of instruction, with Japanese and English routinely offered as additional languages; some schools run bilingual French - Japanese streams or English language options. Schools commonly provide French-as-a-second-language support or specialised integration programmes for pupils arriving without French, but the level and intensity of that support differ between institutions, so ask about assessment, class grouping and catch-up provision.
How much should families expect to pay and what extra costs should they plan for?
Annual tuition at French-curriculum schools in Japan can range from under ¥1,000,000 at smaller regional schools to around ¥1,200,000 - ¥2,000,000 or more at larger Tokyo institutions, with each school publishing its own fee schedule. In addition to tuition, families should budget for application and registration fees, occasional capital or facility levies, school lunches, uniforms, transport (school bus or commuting costs), extracurricular activities and school trips, all of which can add materially to the total annual cost.
When should a relocating family apply and can children start mid-year?
Application windows depend on the school; many families apply in the months ahead of the next academic year and schools publish re-enrolment and new-application deadlines on their websites. Mid-year entry is commonly possible if there is a vacancy, but it usually requires language assessment and bespoke integration support, so start enquiries early and ask about waiting lists and assessment timetables.
What should parents look for on a visit or prospectus when choosing a French school in Japan?
Ask whether the school is inspected by or affiliated with the French Ministry or AEFE, which confirms delivery of the French national programme and facilitates transfer within the French network; check the language pathways, the scope of French-as-a-second-language support and how Japanese and English are taught. Also review published fee schedules and extra-costs, class sizes and pastoral support, sample timetables and recent school calendars so you can judge travel time, wraparound care and how well the school will support a child new to French or to Japan.
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