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Lycée Franco-Argentin Jean Mermoz

Argentina, Buenos Aires

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The school at a glance
Instructs in French, Spanish
Fees ARS 700,000 - 12,585,496
Ages 2 - 17 years
Pupil numbers 1346
Type Co-educational
Opened 1969
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum French Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages French, Spanish, English, Portuguese, Mandarin, Latin
Strengths Languages, Sport, Performing Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Lycée Franco-Argentin Jean Mermoz is a French international school in the AEFE network, welcoming students from ages 2 to 17. It offers bicultural, humanist education culminating in the Argentine Bachillerato and the French Baccalauréat, with an optional European English section. The curriculum is multilingual through three language pathways: the Spanish Language International Section for early years to CM2, ELCE for 6e to 3e, and SELO from 2nde to Terminale, supporting a continuous route to the baccalaureate. The school is located in Buenos Aires and is recognised by the French Ministry of National Education and by the Buenos Aires City Ministry of Education. With over 60 years of history, LJM fosters intercultural understanding and linguistic diversity across French, Spanish, English, Portuguese, Chinese and Latin. Extracurriculars include the Marmothèque library program, and the Association Sportive Jean Mermoz offering sport, theatre, choir and dance, among others. A welcoming community supports students throughout schooling.

lyceemermoz.edu.ar

Ramsay 2131, C1428BAG Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina

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The Essentials

Lycée Franco-Argentin Jean Mermoz has 1,346 pupils, instruction in French, Spanish.

Location
Buenos Aires, Argentina. Ramsay 2131, CABA, Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Stages
Kindergarten, Primary, Secondary

Type
French international school (AEFE network) offering both the Argentine Bachillerato and the French Baccalaureate with an optional European English section.

Country affiliation
France (AEFE network)

School day structure
Typical day runs from 8:30 to 15:30, with arrival and welcome 8:30–10:45, morning classes 11:00–12:00, lunch and recess 12:00–13:15, afternoon classes 13:15–14:15, afternoon recess 14:15–14:30, and final classes 14:30–15:30. The day includes courses in French, Spanish, English, physical education, art and music; there is a bicultural, multilingual timetable with schedules adapted to primary levels; optional canteen service.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Lycée Franco-Argentin Jean Mermoz ranges from ARS 700,000 to ARS 12,585,496 for 2026/27.

Application (registration) fees

- Maternelle (preschool/TPS-PS): ARS 700,000 (one-time, payable at first admission).
- Primary (Primaria/CP–CM2): ARS 890,000 (one-time, payable at first admission).
- Collège (Ciclo medio/6ème–3ème): ARS 890,000 (one-time, payable at first admission).
- Lycée (Ciclo de especialización/1ère–Terminale): ARS 890,000 (one-time, payable at first admission).
- The registration fee is not refundable.



Tuition fees (school fees) — monthly and annual by year group

Tuition is invoiced in 10 monthly installments (February to November). Monthly amounts differ for the initial months of the year (February–April) and for May–November; the annual sum below corresponds to the total billed for the 10-month cycle.

- Maternelle TPS/PS (age 2–3):
- Monthly (Feb–Apr): ARS 751,438
- Monthly (May–Nov): ARS 834,931
- Annual total (10 months): ARS 8,098,831

- Maternelle MS/GS (age 4–5):
- Monthly (Feb–Apr): ARS 940,049
- Monthly (May–Nov): ARS 1,044,499
- Annual total (10 months): ARS 10,131,640

- Primary (CP–CM2):
- Monthly (Feb–Apr): ARS 997,375
- Monthly (May–Nov): ARS 1,108,195
- Annual total (10 months): ARS 10,749,490

- Collège (6ème–3ème):
- Monthly (Feb–Apr): ARS 1,060,545
- Monthly (May–Nov): ARS 1,178,383
- Annual total (10 months): ARS 11,430,316

- Lycée (1ère–Terminale):
- Monthly (Feb–Apr): ARS 1,167,726
- Monthly (May–Nov): ARS 1,297,474
- Annual total (10 months): ARS 12,585,496



Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is billed in 10 monthly instalments, payable from February through November. Invoices show the precise due dates for each month.
- Example invoice due dates for 2026 (invoices specify exact deadlines; amounts must be paid by the first listed due date to avoid penalties):
- February: due 23
- March: due 10 and 17
- April: due 10 and 17
- May: due 11 and 18
- June: due 10 and 17
- July: due 10
- August: due 10 and 18
- September: due 10 and 17
- October: due 9 and 16
- November: due 11
- Late-payment policy: a 3% surcharge is applied if payment is not made by the first due date; if the second due date is also missed the invoice is carried to the following month and an additional 2% penalty is applied. Continued non-payment may lead to legal action; collection and legal costs are charged to the family.
- Any month (or portion of a month) started is chargeable.
- Where a family pays in advance for a monthly instalment that falls after a pupil's definitive departure, that excess payment is refundable to the responsible person's bank account in Argentina.
- Re-enrolment is not charged separately; re-enrolment is only accepted when family accounts are settled.



Boarding

- Boarding is not offered. The school operates as a day school only.

Other costs and recurring charges

- School meals (demi‑pension / lunch) — per day rates from February 2026:
- Maternelle (2–4 years): ARS 10,275 per lunch per day.
- Primary (CP–CM2): ARS 13,358 per lunch per day.
- Collège & Lycée (6ème–Terminale): ARS 14,070 per lunch per day.
- The school's lunch service is mandatory for maternelle pupils; meal refunds are made only for absences of two or more consecutive days with a medical certificate.

- Garderie / after‑school care (annual registration; charged monthly to families):
- ARS 30,000 per registered day.
- ARS 125,000 for a full week.

- Extracurricular activities (Club Mermoz and collège activities) — billed over 10 monthly payments (April–November; March and April billed together in April):
- First activity: ARS 58,000 per month.
- Second activity: ARS 32,000 per month.
- Third activity: ARS 20,000 per month.
- Fourth activity: ARS 12,000 per month.

- Exam/assessment fees (charged in July):
- Brevet (classe de 3ème / M4): ARS 60,000.
- Epreuves anticipées BAC (Première / E2): ARS 120,000.
- Épreuves terminales BAC (Terminale / E3): ARS 190,000.

- School trips, pedagogical outings, digital textbooks and other occasional costs are invoiced separately when scheduled and must be paid under the same terms as tuition.

- Sibling discounts (when three or more children from the same family are enrolled):
- 25% discount for the 3rd enrolled child.
- 40% discount for the 4th enrolled child.
- 50% discount for the 5th child and subsequent children.



Refund and withdrawal procedures

- The one-time registration fee is non‑refundable.
- Billing stops at the end of the month in which a formal written notice of departure (signed by the legal guardian) is submitted; the final billing will cover the month of notification.
- Refunds of any advance payments corresponding to months after the pupil's definitive departure are made to the responsible financial person's bank account in Argentina.
- Meal refunds are allowed only for absences of two or more consecutive days on presentation of a medical certificate.



Accepted currencies and payment methods

- All payments must be made in Argentine pesos (ARS).
- Accepted payment methods:
- Automatic debit (direct debit) from bank accounts held in Argentina (families must request activation of this option and set it up with the billing service; the cutoff to choose this option for a month is the 15th of that month).
- Online payment via the school's payment platform (internet/telephone payments through PagoMisCuentas; payments via PagoMisCuentas are generally possible 48 hours after invoice issuance).
- Cash payments at Banco Supervielle branches (use the invoice barcode).
- Local bank cheques in ARS deposited at Banco Supervielle agencies (cheques must be deposited at least 48 hours before the invoice due date; cheques drawn on agencies more than 100 km from Buenos Aires are not accepted).
- Prohibited / non‑recommended methods: deposits in bank ATMs, DEBIN transfers, and payments made to the bank without the invoice barcode; using non‑authorised payment channels may incur an administrative recovery fee.
- The school is exempt from VAT and accepts payments only in ARS; acceptance of debit cards is governed by local tax regulations and is not guaranteed as an obligation.



Contact for billing matters

- The school's billing service handles invoices, payment setup and questions related to accounts and payment modalities (facturacion@mermoz.edu.ar).
Academics

Lycée Franco-Argentin Jean Mermoz teaches French Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 2 to 17.

Curriculum
The school offers bicultural and humanist education culminating in the Argentine Bachillerato and the French Baccalauréat, with an optional English European section. It belongs to the AEFE network of French schools abroad, serving around 400,000 students in 138 countries. The curriculum is multilingual, with three language pathways: the Spanish-language international section (Section Internationale de Langue Espagnole) for early years up to CM2; ELCE (European Language and Cultural Education) for 6th through 3rd; and SELO (European or Oriental Language Section) from 2nd to Terminale. A continuous language-learning pathway extends to the Baccalauréat, supporting intercultural understanding through multilingual education.

Exam Results
Official French and Argentine examinations are offered. In 3ème, students take the Diplôme National du Brevet (DNB); in 1ère and Terminale, students take the French Baccalauréat exams, with preparatory practice provided throughout the year. The Argentine Bachillerato has its own evaluation modalities to obtain the diploma.

Higher Education Progression
Higher education guidance is provided through resources such as Padlet Orientation, and information on studying in France after the Baccalauréat. The 2023 AEFE-Campus France co-edited guide is available to assist students planning to study in France.

Gifted and Talented
The school runs linguistic excellence pathways: the Spanish-language international section, ELCE, and SELO, to deepen English, Spanish, and French proficiency and to foster intercultural understanding. A language-pathway synthesis table is available horizon 2026.
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Admissions

Admissions
Lycée Franco-Argentin Jean Mermoz offers a single education pathway that combines two cultures and confers two diplomas: the Argentine Bachillerato and the French Baccalauréat, with an optional English European Section. The school is part of AEFE, the Agency for French Education Abroad, a worldwide network of more than 500 establishments in 139 countries. From preschool to the final year, the lycée is accredited by the French Ministry of National Education and by the Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs. This pathway enables students to obtain two baccalaureates, Argentine and French, with the possible mention “English European Section.” From kindergarten to terminale, the school provides an integrated path, with Preschool (TPS to GS), Primary (CP to CM2), and Secondary (6th to Terminale). How to apply for first-time enrollment: complete the enrollment form; we will contact you to participate in the information session; plan your visit. For the 2026-2027 year, registrations emphasize a bilingual, bicultural education and two diplomas, with the school promising to form engaged world citizens capable of building a more just and sustainable world. The school belongs to AEFE and guarantees an international education where language barriers do not exist. Contact information is provided for Ramsay 2131, Buenos Aires.

Scholarships
School scholarships and Foundation aid: The Lycée Franco-Argentin Jean Mermoz, in collaboration with the Consulate General of France in Buenos Aires and the Jean Mermoz Foundation, helps families in difficult times. There are two types of aid: school scholarships and financial aid from the Jean Mermoz Foundation. 1) French state scholarships: The Lycée is a French school abroad authorized by AEFE; French families residing in Argentina, whose children are enrolled, can benefit from French government scholarships. Applications for these scholarships can be made directly on the Consulate General of France in Buenos Aires website; the Consulate's social service holds two consular council meetings each year to review these applications. FAQ: Which students can benefit from a French state scholarship? To be eligible for AEFE scholarships, students must be French nationals and enrolled, or in the process of enrollment, with the consulate; attend a recognized French education center and reside with their family in the country where the center is located. What expenses do school scholarships cover? They cover total or partial tuition and related expenses; depending on the school and family circumstances and documentation, these scholarships may cover costs such as half-board, transportation, insurance, living costs, and exam registration. How and where to apply? Visit the Consulate General of France in Buenos Aires website for the scholarship information and form. The 2025 campaign runs from July 1 to August 9, with appointments required for in-person interviews. 2) Jean Mermoz Foundation financial aid: The Jean Mermoz Foundation provides financial aid to non-French students on an exceptional basis. Interested families should request the financial aid application form by email to the Jean Mermoz Foundation Financial Aid; consult the Official Regulations of the Foundation's aid. FAQ: Financial aid decisions are based on demonstrated need, and no aid is granted during the first year of schooling.
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