French Curriculum International Schools in Malaysia

Last updated 7 August 2026

About international schools in Malaysia

French-curriculum international schools in Malaysia follow the French national curriculum and typically prepare students for the French Baccalauréat, with many operating under or alongside the AEFE network so programmes and standards align with schools in France and worldwide. Teaching is principally in French, though most schools have strong English programmes and teach Bahasa Malaysia as the local language; some campuses also run international sections (for example a British section) that carry an additional fee. Annual tuition at the main French school in Kuala Lumpur ranges roughly from the low tens of thousands of ringgit for kindergarten to more than RM60,000 at upper secondary, plus one-off enrolment and deposit charges and extra costs for transport, meals, exams and school trips. Families relocating to Malaysia should plan to apply several months ahead of the September term start, confirm language-support provisions for non-French speakers, and check immigration or visa requirements and how the school assists with those arrangements.

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At a glance 1 schools · avg fee MYR 46,400

Schools listed: 1
Curricula: 2
Average annual fee: MYR 46,400
Fee range: MYR 29,800 – 63,000
Most common curriculum: Cambridge IGCSE (1 schools)
Average school size: 640 pupils
Largest by enrolment: Lycée Français de Kuala Lumpur
Oldest: Lycée Français de Kuala Lumpur (1962)

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Lycée Français de Kuala Lumpur

Cambridge IGCSE, French Curriculum · Ages 3 to 18

MYR 29,800 - 63,000

Ages 3 to 18 years

Cambridge IGCSE, French Curriculum

Instructs in English and French

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FAQs for Malaysia

What curriculum do French international schools in Malaysia follow and what qualification do students get?

They teach the French national curriculum used in state schools in France, culminating in the French Baccalauréat at upper secondary level. Many French schools abroad are inspected or supported through the AEFE network, which helps ensure the programme matches national French standards and eases transfer between French schools internationally.

How much will it cost each year and what extra charges should I expect?

Published fees at the main French school in Kuala Lumpur show annual tuition bands from around RM29,800 in lower years to over RM60,000 for high school, with corporate and private rates and one-off initial enrolment fees and a deposit charged on first entry. In addition to tuition, parents should budget for school transport, meals, extracurricular activities, examination fees and occasional residential school trips, all of which are commonly charged separately.

When should we apply and which entry points fill fastest?

The school year follows a September-centred rhythm with trimesters or terms that mirror the French calendar, so families normally apply several months before the September intake to secure places. Common entry points are kindergarten (early years) and the start of lower secondary; older students are often assessed academically and linguistically before placement.

Is French the only language of instruction and what support exists for non-French speakers?

French is the language of instruction, but established schools routinely teach strong English programmes and offer targeted French-as-a-foreign-language support or dedicated integration classes for newcomers. Many schools also include local language lessons (Bahasa Malaysia) and run small-group language support to help children catch up academically while they learn French.

What should relocating families look for when choosing a French school in Malaysia?

Check whether the school is accredited or conventionné with AEFE (which preserves continuity with the French system), the strength and staffing of its language-support programme, published fee tiers and extra costs, the school’s approach to mid-year arrivals and assessment, and how it supports university or diploma pathways. Also consider practicalities such as transport, campus location, and whether the school offers international sections or subject choices you need.

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