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French Curriculum International Schools in Norway

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About international schools in Norway

French-curriculum international schools in Norway follow the French national curriculum (with local adaptations) and are most often found in Oslo, where the Lycée Français René Cassin offers a full maternelle-to-lycée pathway and is part of the AEFE international network. Instruction is primarily in French, with Norwegian and English taught as additional languages and extra language support for children arriving with little or no French. Because these schools are fee-paying, annual costs vary widely by age and family status - expect lower, municipality-capped fees at nursery level and substantially higher tuition in collège and lycée years - and many schools offer sibling discounts, government bursaries for French nationals, or state support schemes for families taxed in Norway. Admissions follow the French academic calendar (main intake before the start of the school year in August/September), but schools also manage waiting lists and occasional mid-year entry; non-French speakers are normally assessed for language support rather than excluded outright. For relocating families it is important to check homologation/recognition, exam pathways (baccalauréat) and practical matters such as transport, after-school care and how quickly the school can provide language support on arrival.

Compare 3 French Curriculum international schools in Norway. Filter by curriculum, fees (average NOK 65,334), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 3 schools · avg fee NOK 65,334
Schools listed
3
Curricula
44
Average annual fee
NOK 65,334
Fee range
NOK 14,400 – 180,134
Most common curriculum
French Curriculum (3 schools)
Average school size
771 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Bjørnholt Videregående Skole
Oldest
Lycée Français René Cassin d'Oslo (1961)

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FAQs for Norway

What curriculum and final qualifications do French international schools in Norway follow?
They deliver the French national curriculum adapted where necessary to the local context, and pupils progress through maternelle, élémentaire, collège and lycée to the French baccalauréat. Homologation by the French authorities (and recognition by Norwegian authorities in some cases) means diplomas are accepted for university entry in France, Norway and many other countries.
What languages are lessons taught in, and can a non-French speaker join?
The language of instruction is predominantly French, with structured Norwegian and English lessons from the early years; schools usually offer targeted French as an additional language (FLE) programmes to help newcomers. Non-French speakers can often be admitted but will typically undergo a language assessment and receive intensive language support until they can access mainstream classes.
How much does it cost to send a child to a French international school in Norway?
Fees vary by age and by school status (local rate, sibling reductions, employer or international tariffs), with nursery costs often aligning to municipal caps and primary/secondary tuition rising substantially. As with other international schools, expect material and activity fees on top of tuition and check whether your child is eligible for French government bursaries or Norwegian support schemes that can reduce net costs.
When should I apply and how does the admissions process work?
The main intake aligns with the French school year, so families normally complete applications several months before the August/September start; many schools also run waiting lists and allow mid-year entry subject to capacity. Admissions commonly require previous school reports, an application form, and for non-francophone applicants a language assessment; some schools charge a non-refundable application fee and may request a deposit once a place is offered.
What should relocating parents check when comparing French-curriculum schools in Norway?
Look for official homologation or affiliation with the AEFE network, the strength of initial language-support and integration programmes for non-French speakers, pastoral care and child-wellbeing services, and clarity on fees, sibling discounts and available financial aid. Also confirm the school’s exam pathways (baccalauréat options), how graduates have progressed to higher education, daily logistics such as transport and after-school provision, and whether the school’s calendar and holiday pattern match your family plans.
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