French Curriculum International Schools in Amman, Jordan
Compare 2 French Curriculum international schools in Amman, Jordan. Filter by curriculum, fees (average JOD 4,805), location, and more to find the right international school now.
Lycée Français International d'Amman - High School
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Lycée Français International d'Amman - High School (1950)
About international schools in Amman, Jordan
Amman’s international-school sector is a mix of long-established IB and British-curriculum schools, American-programme schools, a French-curriculum option and a number of bilingual or dual-track schools that also offer the Jordanian (Tawjīhī) pathway, so families will commonly find both wholly international and hybrid models. English is the primary language of instruction at most international schools, while Arabic is taught across the timetable and some schools operate genuinely bilingual Arabic - English programmes. Tuition sits across a wide band - many schools charge several thousand Jordanian dinars a year, with more established international campuses toward the higher end of that range, and additional billed items (registration, transport, exam and activity fees, and sometimes a capital or registration levy) are common. The academic year follows a Northern-Hemisphere rhythm (typically late August/September to late June) and admissions are busiest ahead of the September intake, so relocating families should begin enquiries and document attestation several months before arrival.
What curricula will my child typically find in Amman’s international schools?
You will commonly find the International Baccalaureate (PYP/MYP/DP), British programmes (Cambridge IGCSE and A-level options), American-style high-school programmes, a French-curriculum school and schools that offer the Jordanian national pathway (Tawjīhī) either alongside or instead of an international programme. Many schools blend elements or offer dual tracks, so check whether a school’s pathway leads to the diploma or university access you expect.
What language(s) are used in lessons and how much Arabic will my child learn?
Most international schools use English as the main medium of instruction while offering Arabic as a core subject; a number of schools run bilingual Arabic - English programmes where Arabic has near-equal status. If maintaining Arabic language development is important, ask schools for their published language policy and the number of weekly Arabic lessons by age group.
How much should we budget for tuition and extra costs?
Annual tuition at international schools in Amman varies widely but typically runs from a few thousand to several thousand Jordanian dinars per year, with the most established international campuses charging at the top of that range; separate charges for registration, transport, examinations, school trips and occasional capital or enrolment fees are common. Always request a full fee schedule that shows what is and isn’t included and ask about payment schedules, sibling discounts and typical annual increases.
When should we apply and what documents will schools usually require?
Most schools follow a Northern-Hemisphere calendar and have a main intake for the August/September term, so families relocating to Amman should start enquiries and submit applications several months before the intended start date; popular schools may require earlier notice. Schools typically ask for recent school reports, birth certificate, passport/residence details, immunisation records and an assessment or interview; if transferring from another country, some schools ask for attested or translated documents so begin any embassy or ministry attestation early.
What should parents focus on when comparing international schools in Amman?
Compare the curriculum and university pathways on offer, the language-balance (how much English versus Arabic will be used), published fees and which extras are charged, and the school’s approach to learning support and wellbeing because provision varies between schools. Practical matters such as location and transport, class sizes, inspection/accreditation status and recent school calendars or prospectuses will also affect everyday life for a relocating family.
