French Curriculum International Schools in United Kingdom
Compare 18 French Curriculum international schools in United Kingdom. Filter by curriculum, fees (average GBP 14,603), location, and more to find the right international school now.
Lycée Français de Charles de Gaulle de Londres (1915)
About international schools in United Kingdom
French-curriculum international schools in the United Kingdom teach the French national curriculum and typically prepare pupils for the French diplôme national and, at upper secondary, the baccalauréat; several also run bilingual streams, an international option (OIB) or parallel British/IB pathways to give families flexibility. Instruction is primarily in French, with English taught as a core subject and many schools offering strong bilingual immersion from early years. Fees vary widely with location and governance - London schools commonly charge in the mid-teens of thousands of pounds per year while some state-supported or AEFE-linked establishments charge lower, subsidised rates and additional costs (registration, lunches, transport) are common. Admissions usually centre on the September rentrée but places are managed by each school (many run assessments or language checks for older children and keep waiting lists), so families relocating should contact admissions well before their arrival and be ready to supply recent school reports and language information.
What curriculum do these schools follow and what qualifications do students get at the end?
Most schools follow the French national curriculum overseen by the French Ministry of Education and prepare pupils for the French baccalauréat at lycée level; some schools additionally offer the Option Internationale du Baccalauréat (OIB) or run a parallel IGCSE/IB pathway so students can access UK, French or international university routes.
What ages and stages do French international schools in the UK cover?
French schools generally cover the full French age range from maternelle (early years, from about age 3) through primaire, collège and lycée (up to about age 18), although individual schools may stop earlier (for example at age 11 or 15) so you should check each school’s age range.
Is teaching mainly in French or bilingually?
Teaching is primarily in French, but many schools are explicitly bilingual and run immersion programmes or English-language sections so pupils develop high competence in both French and English; bilingual provision and language assessments are commonly used to place pupils on the most appropriate track.
How much should I budget for fees and extra costs?
Fees vary considerably by school and location: AEFE-linked and some state-supported French schools often charge substantially less than private London schools, while many London day schools publish annual tuition in the mid-teens of thousands of pounds and the broader independent sector averages higher still. Expect additional one-off charges (application or registration fees), termly deposits, plus optional costs for lunches, transport and extracurricular activities; check the school’s published fee schedule and payment terms before applying.
When should we apply and what does the admissions process look like for a relocating family?
Admissions commonly prioritise the September rentrée but many schools accept applications year-round and keep waiting lists; popular entry points (early years, Year 3/4 and secondary entry years) can fill well in advance so contact admissions as early as possible. Procedures differ between schools but typically include an application form, recent school reports, proof of identity, and for older children a language assessment or short academic assessment and an interview; AEFE-linked schools also operate their own administrative systems and may require specific documentation for French nationals.
