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French Curriculum International Schools in Alicante, Spain

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About international schools in Alicante, Spain

French-curriculum schooling in the Alicante area is centred on the Lycée Français International d’Alicante Pierre Deschamps (part of the Mission laïque française/AEFE network), which delivers the French national curriculum from maternelle through lycée and prepares pupils for the French baccalauréat. Instruction is primarily in French while Spanish and English are taught from the earliest years, creating a trilingual learning environment that many families choose to keep options open for higher education in France, Spain or elsewhere. The school publishes annual fees (for 2026 - 27 these are about €6,520 for infant and primary, approximately €7,323 for lower secondary and around €7,869 for lycée) with extra charges for registration, meals, transport and wrap-around care. Admissions run on a yearly cycle via the school’s online portal and open-day visits; pupils who have not studied in the French system may be given a placement test as part of the application process.

Compare 4 French Curriculum international schools in Alicante, Spain. Filter by curriculum, fees (average EUR 7,804), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 4 schools · avg fee EUR 7,804
Schools listed
4
Curricula
10
Average annual fee
EUR 7,804
Fee range
EUR 5,760 – 14,800
Most common curriculum
French Curriculum (4 schools)
Average school size
875 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Lycée Français International d'Alicante Pierre Deschamps
Oldest
Lope de Vega International School (1956)
With boarding
1

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FAQs for Spain

What ages and stages does a French-curriculum school in Alicante cover?
The Lycée Français International d’Alicante covers the full French pathway from early years (around age 2 - 3) through primary, lower secondary (collège) and upper secondary (lycée), typically up to age 18 when students sit the baccalauréat. This continuity means many pupils can remain at the same establishment for their whole school career.
How does the French curriculum differ from the local Spanish system?
The French national curriculum follows programmes set and accredited by the French education authorities and culminates in the baccalauréat, while Spanish state schools follow Spain’s curriculum and university access routes. A French-curriculum school in Alicante that is homologated by both French and Spanish ministries provides recognised pathways into higher education in both countries, but the day-to-day subjects, assessment style and national examinations follow the French model.
What should I budget for fees and extra costs?
Published annual school fees at the Lycée Français International d’Alicante for 2026 - 27 are roughly €6,520 for infant/primary, about €7,323 for lower secondary and around €7,869 for lycée, with additional fixed charges such as new-registration or re-registration fees and optional services like school meals, transport and after-school care. Expect to budget separately for one-off registration charges, school trips, language tests for non-French entrants and any private exam or materials fees.
My child doesn’t speak French - how do schools support non-French speakers?
French international schools in the area routinely accept non-French speakers but will normally assess new pupils and may require a placement or level test to determine appropriate support; the Lycée publishes a fee for such entry tests. Many schools run targeted language support programmes and bilingual instruction (French alongside Spanish and English) from early years to help pupils integrate into the French curriculum.
How and when do I apply, and what are the practical steps for admission?
Applications are usually handled annually through the school’s online admissions portal, with families invited to open-days or personalised visits and required to submit documents and pay a registration fee to reserve a place. Current pupils go through a re-registration process while new applicants may be asked to sit placement tests; it’s advisable to contact the school early, book a visit and confirm deadlines for the coming academic year via the school’s admissions pages.
What should parents look for when comparing French-curriculum options in Alicante?
Check formal accreditation (AEFE or Mission laïque française membership), whether the centre is homologated by French and Spanish education authorities, the languages taught and level of support for non-French speakers, published fee schedules and what those fees actually cover, plus pastoral provision, transport links and class sizes. Visiting the campus, attending an open day and asking for recent examples of how the school supports language integration and university guidance will help you judge fit for your family.
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