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Lycée Français François Mitterrand

Brazil, Brasília

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The school at a glance
Instructs in French
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 750
Type Co-educational
Opened 1973
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum French Curriculum
Taught languages Portuguese, English, Spanish, Latin
Strengths Sport, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Located in Brasília, Lycée Français François Mitterrand is part of the AEFE network and follows the French national curriculum adapted for a multicultural environment. From age three, students study French and Portuguese, with English and Spanish offered as foreign languages, preparing them to sit the baccalaureate and pursue higher education in France, Brazil, and beyond. The school relocated to a purpose‑built campus in 2016 to accommodate up to 800 students, with facilities designed for general and extracurricular learning, language development, and inclusive education. A wide range of clubs and activities complements the core program, including a 3D Printer Project, Cambridge and DELE language preparation, and a dynamic AMA program supporting intellectual and personal growth. Students benefit from arts, sports, and cultural experiences, such as Circus, Music, Theatre, French Cine-club, English and Japanese language clubs, and various athletic offerings. The school emphasizes equal opportunity, critical thinking, and autonomy to foster citizens.

St. de Mansões Dom Bosco - Lago Sul, Brasília - DF, 71655-580, Brazil

The Essentials

Lycée Français François Mitterrand has 750 pupils, instruction in French.

Location
Located in Lago Sul, Brasília, DF, Brazil, at SHIS QI 21 Bloco D, 71655-580. Lago Sul is a residential district in Brasília. The campus was designed to accommodate up to 800 students and opened in 2016.

Stages
Maternelle (preschool), Élémentaire (elementary), Collège (middle school), Lycée (high school)

Type
French international school

Additional learning support
The school follows AEFE and the Mission Laïque Française guidelines for inclusive education. It has a multidisciplinary team including teachers, a nurse, a psychologist and an inclusive education coordinator to support students after identifying needs. It offers personalized support programs such as the Personalised Education Success Program (PPRE), the Personalized Follow-up Plan (PAP) and the Individualized Accommodation Project (PAI). The school provides accessible infrastructure, including a ramp at the entrance and elevators in the buildings.

Country affiliation
France (AEFE network)

Religious affiliation
Secular
Diving Deeper

Food Options
The school's canteen service is provided by Jake Daia Legit Kitchen throughout the school year and registrations occur via EDUKA twice yearly (August and January). The canteen is open five days a week; Nursery and primary classes eat four or five days (the fifth day must be Wednesday), while 6th through 2nde eat five days and Première and Terminale may choose 1–5 days. Billing is in five installments over five months (September to January for the first period; February to June for the second period), and the monthly menu can be viewed online; for inquiries contact finances@lyceefrancaisbrasilia.com.

Governance and Ownership
The Lycée Français François Mitterrand is a private institution with agreements with the French State through the AEFE. The Association of Parents of Students (APE) is responsible for management and is legally liable; the AEFE and the APE are linked by an agreement. The APE Management Committee votes on the budget and monitors its implementation. The Establishment Council represents the various bodies and oversees the school's pedagogical functioning and life.
Fees
Application / enrollment (taxa administrativa)
- A vaga é confirmada somente após o pagamento de uma taxa administrativa no momento da confirmação da matrícula; esse pagamento é exigido para efetivar a matrícula.
- Em documentos contratuais da escola a taxa de matrícula figura como não reembolsável em caso de desistência.

Tuition: structure and where the detailed schedule is published
- O Lycée Français François Mitterrand publica um documento específico de mensalidades para o ano letivo (documento intitulado “Mensalidade 2025–2026”) que contém a discriminação por nível (maternelle, élémentaire, collège, lycée), valores mensais e totais anuais.
- Observação: o documento detalhado de mensalidades 2025–2026 está disponibilizado em uma pasta do Google Drive vinculada pela escola; a tabela completa com os valores por nível e por mês/ano está contida nesse documento.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- A escola opera com cobrança de anualidade dividida em parcelas mensais; contratos anteriores e procedimentos administrativos indicam prática de parcelamento da anuidade em dez mensalidades (setembro a junho). Pagamentos são registrados e processados pelo setor financeiro da escola.
- A inscrição na cantina e alguns serviços (por exemplo, períodos de cantina) são faturados separadamente por período e rateados em 5 mensalidades para cada metade do ano letivo (setembro–janeiro e fevereiro–junho).
- Cancelamento de matrícula exige abertura de dossiê de cancelamento na plataforma Eduka e análise do setor financeiro para apuração de pendências antes de validação do desligamento.

Boarding (internato)
- O estabelecimento funciona como escola diurna; não há oferta nem referência a serviços de internato/boarding nas informações públicas da escola.

Other costs and optional services
- Refeições/cantina: serviço contratado à parte; escolha de 4 ou 5 dias/semana para educação infantil e primário, 5 dias/semana obrigatório para algumas séries; valor total do plano da cantina é faturado em 5 mensalidades por período.
- Materiais escolares: existe lista de materiais para o ano letivo (cobrança/fornecimento dos materiais pode ser cobrada à parte conforme nível).
- Atividades extracurriculares (AMA/AES): muitas atividades (natação, teatro, esportes, música, idiomas, etc.) são oferecidas e normalmente são tratadas como serviços separados, com inscrição e cobrança específicas. Serviço de garderie é gratuito, com cobrança apenas do lanche.
- Uniforme: não há tabela de uniformes numerada no conteúdo consultado, mas a existência de listas de materiais e a oferta de serviços extracurriculares indica custos complementares além da mensalidade base.

Refunds and cancellation
- A taxa de matrícula é tratada nos documentos contratuais como não reembolsável em caso de desistência. Para cancelamento da matrícula, o procedimento administrativo passa por análise financeira (pendências devem ser quitadas antes do desligamento ser formalizado).

Payment methods and practical details
- Procedimentos anteriores e informações administrativas indicam uso de boleto bancário para famílias residentes no Brasil como uma forma de pagamento adotada. O setor financeiro da escola é o canal para informações sobre outros meios de pagamento e procedimentos de cobrança.

Resumo e limitação
- A escola publica um documento intitulado “Mensalidade 2025–2026” que contém a discriminação completa de valores por ano / por mês e as condições de faturamento; esse documento está vinculado numa pasta do Google Drive acessível pela página de mensalidade do estabelecimento. A versão detalhada com os valores numéricos por nível não pôde ser extraída automaticamente a partir do arquivo vinculado durante esta verificação. Para obter os valores exatos por série (mensal e anual), consulte o documento "Mensalidade 2025–2026" publicado pelo estabelecimento.
Academics

Lycée Français François Mitterrand teaches French Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The school offers a multilingual curriculum with four mandatory languages: French and Portuguese from age three, and English and Spanish as foreign languages. It is private with an agreement with the French government through the AEFE network, following the educational program applied in France. Preparation for the internationally recognized baccalaureate is a gateway to higher education institutions in France and around the world.

Higher Education Progression
Preparation for the internationally recognized baccalaureate is a gateway to top higher education institutions in France and around the world.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school emphasizes forming global citizens with critical thinking and autonomy through a student-centered approach within a multilingual, multicultural setting.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Language support is available when needed, with Portuguese or French as foreign-language options offered to assist students depending on their needs.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
From an early age, students learn French, Portuguese, English and Spanish as part of the multilingual curriculum.

Mental Wellbeing
The school commits to secular, inclusive education and to fostering critical thinking and social responsibility as part of its approach to student development.

Safeguarding
The school's policies and practices are aligned with protecting student welfare and promoting equal opportunities within a secular, respectful environment.
Parent Experience

History
The history of Lycée Français François Mitterrand begins in 1973, shortly after the French Embassy moved from Rio de Janeiro to Brasília. The French school in Brasília started in rented facilities at Colégio Santa Rosa in L2 Sul, then moved to Nossa Senhora do Rosário and, in 1978, to rented facilities at a private university (AEUDF). In 1980 the lycée moved to its own premises in Asa Sul, built to Oscar Niemeyer's design; the project was financed by the French government, but the building was purchased by the Franco-Brazilian Cultural Association (Alliance Française) and opened in 1980 by Olivier Stirn, then Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs. A tile installation by Athos Bulcão was created for the high school facilities by Niemeyer. In 1986 the Association of Parents of Students (APE) contributed to building an administrative facility and became responsible for management; the student body hovered around 350 and the first BAC session was held in June 1996. In 1996 the establishment was officially named Lycée Français François Mitterrand, with Danielle Mitterrand in attendance. The 2008 milestone saw the launch of a new campus through a French government–APE partnership. In 2013 François Hollande inaugurated the beginning of the works, and on March 15, 2016 the new Lycée Français François Mitterrand opened, designed to accommodate up to 800 students. Since 2016, the school has continued to evolve, renewing itself to offer a high‑quality educational experience aligned with contemporary values and challenges.

Community
Extracurricular Activities: Daycare service for PS families provides a safe, welcoming environment outside of school hours with activities and a snack fee. The Accueil Multi-Activités (AMA) offers a dynamic program with sports, arts and educational workshops for MS to CM2, including Circus, Music, Swimming, English, Theater, Sports, Multidisciplinary Workshops, Futsal, Lettering, Directed Study, Chess, Judo, Yoga, Capoeira and Rugby. The College AES and High School AES expand options to include Fine Arts, Theater, French Film Club, Japanese, Sports, Street Dance, Mixed Hand, Women's futsal, Men's futsal, Swimming, Mixed Volleyball, Rugby, Cambridge/DELE Preparation and a 3D Printer Project.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Lycée Français François Mitterrand is a private institution with agreements with the French State through the Agency for French Education Abroad (AEFE). The Association of Parents of Students (APE) is responsible for the management and is legally responsible; the AEFE and the APE are linked by an agreement. The APE Management Committee votes on the budget and monitors its implementation. The Establishment Council represents the pedagogical functioning and life of the establishment. The main bodies are AEFE, APE, and the Management Committee. AEFE provides salaries for expatriate staff, grants for projects, staff training, and scholarships for French students. The APE is the private-law managing body and employer of all locally hired staff; pedagogical management is not the responsibility of the APE, which intervenes through its financial and human resources. The Management Committee comprises fourteen members, five from the APE (including the president and the treasurer) and the remaining ten representing the Embassy, the lycée management, teachers, and French associations abroad. The Establishment Council, the School Council (Primary) and the Secondary Council guide governance and meet regularly; minutes of meetings can be consulted on the Eduka platform.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Lycée Français François Mitterrand (LFFM) in Brasília is part of the AEFE global network and offers multilingual, multicultural education for students, preparing them for academic and professional careers in Brazil and abroad. It emphasizes equal opportunities, critical thinking, and autonomy to form global citizens able to access international and Brazilian universities.

Sports Facilities
The school provides facilities supporting its curricula and activities, including spaces for general education and extracurricular programs as part of a comprehensive campus.

Academic Facilities
The curriculum and facilities are designed to support a multilingual education aligned with the AEFE framework, including resources for language learning and inclusive education.

Extra Curricular Facilities
A range of extracurricular activities and programs are available to complement academic learning and support a holistic student experience.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
AMA provides a dynamic and diverse program promoting holistic development for students from MS to CM2 through activities in sports, arts, and educational workshops. The program complements academic learning and strengthens community, curiosity, and independence. Directed study is part of the extracurricular offering. A 3D Printer Project and Cambridge/DELE preparation are available as part of the AES.

Arts & Creative
Arts and creative activities include Circus, Music, Theatre, French Film Club, Japanese language, and Street Dance. Multidisciplinary Workshops and the Writing Workshop broaden creative expression. The 3D Printer Project supports hands-on design and innovation. These activities are offered through AES for collège and lycée.

Cultural & Language
English and Japanese are offered as languages; a French Cine-club provides exposure to Francophone culture. Cambridge and DELE language preparation is available as part of the Lycée's offerings. The program emphasizes multilingual learning and intercultural understanding. Language activities are integrated with broader cultural experiences.

Social & Hobbies
Sports and clubs include Circus, Chess, Judo, Capoeira, Rugby, Futsal (boys and girls), Volleyball (mixed), and Swimming. Theatre, Dance, and other activities foster teamwork and social engagement. The program provides structured opportunities to explore interests and collaborate with peers. These activities enhance communication, leadership, and social skills.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Garderie provides safe after-school care for preschoolers with a welcoming environment and activities to support social and motor development. The service is free, with snacks billed separately. AMA offers a dynamic after-school program focused on well-being, routine, and safety for younger students. The overall program promotes a supportive and inclusive school life.
Languages

Language Provision
Portuguese is central to the Brazilian International Section, with ACL totaling five hours per week (three hours of Portuguese plus two hours for section content). DNL comprises five hours weekly (three in French, two in Portuguese) and CDM includes two hours of Portuguese weekly. The track emphasizes deep immersion in Portuguese and Brazilian culture within a bilingual French framework, supporting language development and cultural proficiency.

Bilingual Teaching
The Brazilian International Section offers in-depth bilingual and bicultural training with the rigor and organization of the French teaching methodology, preparing students for the BFI diploma. It emphasizes Brazilian language, literature and civilization within a French framework, fostering bicultural and bilingual competencies. This program supports the development of language proficiency, critical thinking and a broadly humanistic perspective across high school years.

Immersion Programs
Portuguese immersion is central to the Brazilian International Section. ACL provides five hours per week (three hours of Portuguese from the regular course plus two hours specific to the section) focused on Brazilian language, literature and civilization. History and Geography (DNL) totals five hours weekly (three in French and two in Portuguese), linking French content to Brazilian historical-geographical aspects. Knowledge of the World (CDM) is taught in Portuguese with two hours per week, including the history of ideas and geopolitical topics, with a student project. Cultural activities and projects, along with school trips, reinforce immersion in Brazilian culture and language.
Admissions

Admissions
Registration: process and step by step. The school uses online pre-registration via the EDUKA app by the student's parents or legal guardians. It does not commit or validate enrollment; it simply allows management to note the request. From January 2026, pre-registration is available for the 2025/2026 school year (current) or for the 2026/2027 year. The enrollment process is divided into stages to ensure a smooth integration of students into the school community. Online pre-registration involves filling in the form; Analysis assesses the information and, if vacancies exist at the requested level, the school will contact you to schedule an interview, and depending on the student's age, an admission test may be required. Visit means the family can tour the school on the interview date. Enrollment Confirmation occurs after the administrative fee is paid, guaranteeing the student's place. Before requesting pre-registration, consult the level your child should be enrolled in according to their year of birth; You can also view tuition documents and the calendar. Step by step: 1. Access your Eduka account (or create one). 2. Check the account language to ensure understanding. 3. On the home page, click “New Registration.” 4) Choose the desired academic year. 5. Fill in the requested data and submit. 6. After submission, you will receive an email confirming pre-registration; if not, check your Eduka account. 7. The Dossier will be reviewed and final enrollment occurs after the admissions committee analyzes the file and the administrative fee is paid. Dossier: If pre-registration is accepted, the dossier data must be filled in EDUKA and the following documents provided digitally (no printed file): copies of student ID, Livret de famille or birth certificate, guardian IDs, guardian CPF numbers, vaccination record, proof of Brazilian address, and custody agreement if applicable. FAQ: Is there an admission test? Yes; an entrance exam can determine the student's academic level in the French education system, but there are no exams with quantitative results that determine admission. Does completing the form guarantee a place? No; enrollment is contingent on the admissions committee's analysis, an interview, and payment of the administrative fee. If the form is in another language, you can change the Eduka language setting. How to cancel enrollment? A cancellation file can be created on Eduka; the finance department will review it and inform you by email as the process progresses, with outstanding debts checked on Eduka. The school is located at SHIS QI 21 BLOCK D, Lago Sul, 71655-580 Brasilia, DF, Brazil.

Scholarships
Scholarships: The school, affiliated with AEFE, offers AEFE scholarships intended to financially support French families living abroad so their children can attend AEFE-approved establishments. The application process must be conducted with the French consulate responsible for the family's jurisdiction, which will provide deadlines, forms, and additional requirements.
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