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Lycée Français Toronto

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The school at a glance
Instructs in French, English
Fees CA$22,300 - 25,000
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 520
Type Co-educational
Opened 1995
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum French Curriculum, American Curriculum
Taught languages English, Spanish, German, Mandarin, Italian
Strengths Sport, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Community and Service, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School
Introduction

Lycée Français Toronto is a French international school in Toronto serving ages 2 to 18 and offering a bilingual curriculum from kindergarten onward. Core subjects are taught in French by native French teachers, with English taught daily by native English instructors. The school is accredited by the French Ministry of Education and AEFE and culminates in the French Baccalaureate. Students study a progressive multilingual program, with a second living language compulsory and a fourth language available from seconde; by graduation most students master three languages. A university admissions counselor supports post‑secondary planning. The school operates on three trimesters with up to 40 teaching hours weekly in the final years. Founded in 1995 by Franco‑Ontarian parents, it moved to its Dufferin Street campus in 2008, with capacity for about 550 students. The bilingual diploma and international recognition open doors to universities in Canada, the United States, France and beyond worldwide opportunities.

2327 Dufferin St, York, ON M6E 3S5, Canada

The Essentials

Lycée Français Toronto has 520 pupils, instruction in French, English.

Location
2327 Dufferin Street, Toronto, ON M6E 3S5, Canada. Four bus lines serve the campus with multiple pickup points across Toronto, operated in partnership with First Student.

Stages
Kindergarten to Grade 12.

Type
French international school offering a bilingual curriculum from Kindergarten onward; core subjects taught in French by native French teachers and English taught daily by native English teachers; accredited by the French Ministry of Education and AEFE; culminates in the French Baccalaureate.

Pupil Nationality Mix
30% French, 60% Canadian, 10% other nationalities; most represented nationality is Canadian; local to international ratio is 60:40.

Country affiliation
France (AEFE-affiliated)

School day structure
The High School day runs from 8:30 am to 5:45 pm, representing up to 40 hours of instructional time per week.

Bus service
Four bus lines with multiple pickup points in Toronto, provided through the LFT's bus service in partnership with First Student.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school does not require a uniform. There is a dress code: all members of the school community must wear decent and appropriate clothing, and undergarments must not be visible.

Food Options
Two meal options exist: lunch boxes brought from home or hot meals served by Kids Cuisine Santé. Pizza lunches are served on Wednesdays, and funds raised support school projects; registration for pizza is via the Parent Portal. For TPS-PS, hot meals and snacks registration is mandatory unless there is an allergy; the school is nut-free and Nutella-free.

Governance and Ownership
The school is a private Canadian non-profit institution contracted by AEFE. It is governed by the board of directors and the head of the school. The board has nine voting members: six Parent Directors and three External Directors.
Fees

Annual tuition at Lycée Français Toronto ranges from CAD 22,300 to CAD 25,000 for 2026/27.

Application & enrollment charges

- Application fee (new enrollment, non‑refundable): CAD 300.
- Re‑enrollment deposit (to secure a returning student's place): CAD 2,500 due at re‑enrollment, comprised of a CAD 2,000 advance on tuition (non‑refundable) and a CAD 500 re‑enrollment fee (non‑refundable). This deposit is deducted from the family's total tuition invoice.
- New‑student enrollment deposit (to secure a place for first‑time enrolment): CAD 6,500 due at enrollment, comprised of a CAD 2,000 advance on tuition (non‑refundable), a CAD 500 admission fee (non‑refundable), and a CAD 4,000 one‑time enrollment fee. This amount is deducted from the family's total tuition invoice.

Annual tuition by year group (annual amounts)

- Pre‑K to SK (Early Pre‑Kindergarten / Kindergarten): CAD 22,300 per year. Mandatory meal supplement for Pre‑K: CAD 2,500 per year (where applicable).
- Grades 1 to 5 (Primary): CAD 22,300 per year.
- Grades 6 to 9 (Middle): CAD 23,700 per year.
- Grades 10 to 12 (High school): CAD 25,000 per year.
- Note: Annual tuition includes a CAD 50 APA (parents association) contribution; tuition does not include books and school supplies, meals, after‑school programs, overnight trips, transportation, or exam fees.

Installment amounts (examples by payment plan)

- Single annual payment: full annual tuition due in one payment. A bank transfer option is permitted and may incur a CAD 20 surcharge in some cases. (Amounts shown are tuition only.)
- Pre‑K / Grades 1–5: CAD 22,300 (one payment).
- Grades 6–9: CAD 23,700 (one payment).
- Grades 10–12: CAD 25,000 (one payment).

- Four equal payments (quarterly plan): annual tuition divided by 4.
- Pre‑K / Grades 1–5: CAD 5,575 per payment.
- Grades 6–9: CAD 5,925 per payment.
- Grades 10–12: CAD 6,250 per payment.

- Twelve equal monthly payments (monthly plan): annual tuition divided by 12 plus an administrative fee of CAD 300 per student per year (the CAD 300 is an annual charge applied to the 12‑payment plan).
- Pre‑K / Grades 1–5: CAD 1,858.33 per month (tuition ÷ 12) + CAD 25.00 monthly share of the CAD 300 admin fee = CAD 1,883.33 per month.
- Grades 6–9: CAD 1,975.00 per month + CAD 25.00 = CAD 2,000.00 per month.
- Grades 10–12: CAD 2,083.33 per month + CAD 25.00 = CAD 2,108.33 per month.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Payment plans available: one single payment, four payments, or twelve monthly payments. Pre‑authorized debit (PAD) is mandatory for the four‑payment plan and for the monthly (12‑payment) plan. Only one payment plan may be selected per family. Each scheduled payment is due on the 15th of the month (or the school's published payment dates for the year). Late‑payment and administrative conditions apply.
- The enrollment deposit(s) (re‑enrollment or new enrollment deposit) will be deducted from the total invoice; the remaining balance is payable according to the chosen plan. For new enrollments during the school year, tuition is calculated pro rata by month and 50% of the total tuition amount is due before the student's first day of class.

Boarding (residential) fees

- Boarding is not offered by the Lycée Français de Toronto (the school operates as a day school and provides before‑ and after‑school care and supervised study programs rather than residential boarding).

Other mandatory and optional costs

- Mandatory / typical additional annual costs (approximate ranges):
- Books & supplies (Secondary): approx. CAD 300 per school year.
- Textbooks (Primary estimates shown): approx. CAD 110 per year; stationery and supplies CAD 200–500 per year depending on level.
- Sportwear outfit / school sport uniform: approx. CAD 100 per year.
- Bus service (where used): approx. CAD 2,400 per year.
- Meal program / hot lunches: approx. CAD 200 per month; Pre‑K mandatory meal supplement CAD 2,500 per year. Wednesday pizza lunch: approx. CAD 400 per year.
- After‑school care or supervised study: approx. CAD 300–1,600 per trimester depending on frequency and program.
- Extracurricular clubs: approx. CAD 300–600 per trimester.
- Overnight class trips: typically CAD 200–2,500 per trip depending on level and destination; school trips and special projects can incur additional costs up to CAD 3,500 for some trips.
- Summer or school‑break camps: roughly CAD 500 per week (where offered).
- Exam fees (approximate, per published schedule): Grade 9 (Diplôme National du Brevet): CAD 200. Grade 11: CAD 250 (standard) or CAD 500 (BFI/alternative option where applicable). Grade 12: CAD 250 (standard) or CAD 500 (BFI/alternative option where applicable).

Discounts and sibling reductions

- Sibling discount: 15% reduction on tuition for the third child when three or more children attend.
- Early‑payment discount: a CAD 500 reduction is applied when tuition is paid in full by the school's published early‑payment deadline.
- Alumni discount: 10% reduction on tuition for children of LFT alumni who meet the school's alumni eligibility definition.

Refunds and non‑refundable items

- Non‑refundable items: application fee (CAD 300), admission fee (CAD 500), the CAD 2,000 advance on tuition included in deposits, and the CAD 500 re‑enrollment fee (where applicable) are retained by the school when applicable. These amounts are stated as non‑refundable.
- Withdrawal / suspension / expulsion: parents or guardians remain liable for full tuition in the event of suspension, expulsion, withdrawal, or absence for any reason unless the school's financial regulation specifies otherwise. When the school retains the dossier and admission fees, it will reimburse the family for the remainder of costs actually incurred by the school. For mid‑year new enrollments, the application, admission and one‑time enrollment fees must be paid in full and 50% of tuition is due before the first day of class; the remaining balance is payable per the chosen plan.

Fee payment options

- Accepted arrangements and requirements: pre‑authorized debit (PAD) is mandatory for the 4‑payment plan and for the monthly (12‑payment) plan. A single annual payment may be made (bank transfer is a permitted method; in some cases a CAD 20 surcharge applies for specific transfer methods). The 12‑payment plan carries an administrative fee of CAD 300 per student per year. Families are required to remain in good financial standing to be eligible for financial aid or bursaries.

Practical notes (charging mechanics)

- Enrollment deposits are deducted from the total tuition invoice. New enrollments during the school year are billed pro rata by month; every month attended is payable in full. Payment deadlines, the exact dates for instalments, and any administrative fees or surcharges are published annually by the school and apply to the chosen payment plan.
Academics

Lycée Français Toronto teaches French Curriculum, American Curriculum for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
The lycée prepares students for the French baccalaureat. It is a progressive path toward autonomy, cultural mastery, and shared knowledge, with increasing specialization in premier and terminale. In addition to French and English, a second living language is compulsory, and a fourth language is available from seconde (Spanish, German, Mandarin, or Italian). By the end of the curriculum, students master three languages. A university counselor specializing in North American and European admissions supports students' orientation, with teachers providing individualized guidance. The year comprises three trimesters, with up to 40 hours of weekly teaching in the final three years and regular assessments of work and results; parents meet with teachers during Curriculum Nights or by appointment and are kept informed by email and the Pronote school-tracking app.

Exam Results
The French baccalauréat is an internationally recognized diploma that marks the completion of secondary studies and opens access to higher education in France and around the world; it is designed and issued by the French Ministry of National Education. In 1ère and Terminale, students take a series of national exams across all disciplines, and the subjects studied in 1ère and Terminale are recognized by certain Canadian and American universities for credit. The assessment involves three chosen specialties (one in 1ère and two in Terminale) alongside a base program including English, French literature, a second language, philosophy, history and geography, science and digital education, civics, and physical education. At the end of 1ère, students take a French literature exam (written and oral); at the end of Terminale, they take a final exam in the two specialties, plus philosophy and the Grand Oral.

Higher Education Progression
With mastery of three languages by the end of the curriculum and the French baccalauréat, students access major North American and European universities such as Harvard, the University of Toronto, McGill, Columbia, Dauphine, Sciences Po, and the École Polytechnique.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school supports student well-being through the Vie Scolaire department, which focuses on safety, the respectful conduct of students, and facilitating communication between families and teachers. The department coordinates personal assistance and addresses both individual and group issues to support the whole student.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The Vie Scolaire department provides individualized support for students with difficulties, in collaboration with families and educational teams.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school teaches in both French and English from early years, making students bilingual. Spanish is introduced from Grade 7.

Mental Wellbeing
Student mental wellbeing is supported through a safe school life environment. The Vie Scolaire department coordinates support for students in collaboration with teachers and the administration.

Safeguarding
The Vie Scolaire department is responsible for safety and security on campus, manages absences and family communications, and handles conflicts. It also provides personal assistance and supports individual and collective needs.
Parent Experience

History
Founded in 1995 by a group of Franco-Ontarian parents with the support of the French government, Lycée Français de Toronto is the only French school in Toronto accredited by the French Ministry of National Education from preschool through Grade 12. It is a non-profit organization in Ontario. In its first year near the University of Toronto, the school enrolled 56 students. Additional classes opened in 1997, and in September 2002 the school opened its first kindergarten class. The first 23 graduates received the French Baccalaureate in June 2000. In September 2008, LFT relocated to its current premises on Dufferin Street, doubling capacity to 550 students. Each year the school moves closer to its maximum capacity.

Community
The LFT serves a community of 520 students, 380 families and 100 staff from more than 30 nationalities. The community is described as supportive, respectful and caring, with the values of fraternity and togetherness at the heart of its identity and learning philosophy.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parents Association (APA) is the umbrella organization for LFT parents; by enrolling a child, a parent/guardian automatically becomes a member. The APA represents the parent community, acts as liaison with the school administration, coordinates parent representatives, and organizes events. Contact: apa@lft.ca. Volunteer involvement includes executive members, active members, and ad hoc volunteers. Parents can participate as class representatives or on the school council or board of directors. Annual events include a welcome barbecue, winter party, end-of-year party, coffee and croissants mornings, wine and cheese soirées, chocolate croissant sales, conferences, used-book sales, skate sales, and more. The APA also contributes financially to equipment for activities and school trips.
Facilities

Sports Facilities
The LFT is a member of the Small School Athletic Federation (SSAF) and participates in indoor and outdoor soccer (football), basketball, athletics, cross-country and badminton competitions. The school maintains a competitive level with prizes won in badminton, athletics, cross-country and soccer tournaments. In the primary school, students have two physical education sessions per week in English, and before and after school soccer, dance and ball hockey are offered as extracurricular activities; athletics is available free of charge two mornings per week from 8:00 to 8:30 a.m. In secondary, all students receive a compulsory Physical Education and Sport (EPS) class weekly, totaling 2 to 4 hours depending on level, fostering teamwork, discipline and physical development. The LFT Sports Association operates as part of the school project, offering practice in multiple sports every week after 4:30 p.m., including soccer, acrosport, rugby, dance, circus arts and athletics.

Academic Facilities
LFT provides a comprehensive university and career orientation program. From 9th grade (3e) to the final year (Terminale), guidance helps students define their higher education plans with advice on careers, admissions procedures abroad, interview techniques and CV preparation; the orientation counselor has extensive experience with OUAC, Parcoursup, UCAS and Common App. The department runs events such as visits to over 20 Canadian, American and European universities, university fairs, application-preparation workshops, career forums and alumni meetings, as well as internships for 9th graders and family information sessions about North American and European universities and programs. The school's bilingual diploma and its international recognition open doors to leading universities in Canada, the United States, France and beyond, with a 100% university admission rate (75% to English-language universities and 25% to French-language universities) and strong baccalaureate results; scholarships such as Schulich, Queen's University Chancellor Scholarship, University of Toronto Scholarship and President's Scholars of Excellence at the University of Toronto are regularly awarded to LFT students.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The school's Sport Association provides opportunities to practice one or more sports each week year-round, complementary to EPS. After 4:30 p.m. every day, students can train in activities such as soccer, acrosport, rugby, dance, circus arts and athletics. In the primary, after-school offerings include soccer, dance and ball hockey, and athletics is available twice weekly from 8:00 to 8:30 a.m. These extracurricular sports and activities form an integral part of student life at LFT.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The high school curriculum is designed to develop rigorous and autonomous work habits. Elective courses include cinema studies, visual arts, Latin antiquity, and a fourth language. The International Section provides bilingual and bicultural education from kindergarten through the French Baccalaureate, strengthening language skills and cross-cultural understanding. The University Counselling program offers guidance on career exploration and post‑secondary options.

Arts & Creative
Cinema studies and visual arts are offered as elective courses in high school. Primary School includes one hour of Performing Arts in English. The Library hosts creative projects such as the Green Club, the Week of the Press and the Media, and the Spring of the Poets.

Cultural & Language
French education abroad provides multilingual and multicultural education, with Spanish taught from grade 5. The International Section & French International Baccalaureate offers bilingual and bicultural education from Kindergarten through the Baccalaureate. In middle school, History-Geography is taught in English and French, with North American and world history in Grade 9.

Social & Hobbies
After-school activities (clubs) run daily from 3:30 to 4:30, including academic, physical and artistic activities. The Sports Association offers after-school training in soccer, acrobatics, rugby, dance, circus arts and track & field. Clubs develop knowledge and curiosity.

Community & Service
Green Club (citizen's course) is a community service project. The Week of the Press and the Media and the Spring of the Poets are school events that engage students in civic and cultural activities. These initiatives foster social responsibility within the school community.

Leadership & Professional
University Counselling provides individualized guidance and supports post-secondary planning. The department hosts university visits, fairs, application workshops and alumni panels. Our students have 100% university attendance and have earned scholarships to Canadian, American, French and international universities.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Physical education is compulsory in secondary school, with 2 to 4 hours of instruction per week depending on level. The school is a member of the Small School Athletic Federation (SSAF) and participates in indoor and outdoor soccer, basketball, track and field, cross-country and badminton. The Sports Association offers after-school training in soccer, acrobatics, rugby, dance, circus arts and track & field.
Languages

Language Provision
French is the language of instruction for all subjects. English is taught from PreK onward by native English-speaking teachers; gym is in English in Grades 1–5 and the Performing Arts program is in English in Grades 1–9. Spanish is studied from Grade 6 onward. The CEFR framework with six levels (A1–C2) guides language progression.

Bilingual Teaching
French is the language of instruction for all subjects, taught by native French-speaking teachers. English is taught from PreK onward by native English-speaking teachers; gym is taught in English in Grades 1–5, and the Performing Arts program is taught in English in Grades 1–9. From Grade 6 to Grade 12, students may join the Section Internationale Américaine to deepen English language and literature, with half of History-Geography taught in English.

Immersion Programs
Immersion options include the American International Section (Section Internationale Américaine). In Grade 6, students may enroll in this program to deepen English language and literature, with half of History-Geography taught in English. The program complements the core French curriculum and supports bilingual proficiency.
Reputation

Awards
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Accreditations
The Lyce9e Frane7ais de Toronto is the only school in Toronto accredited by the French Ministry of Education from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12 and operates within the AEFE network.
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1 Discover LFT. Open House events are held in October and November to help you discover the school, meet teachers, and interact with students. If you cannot attend, the Admissions Manager can schedule individual visits at any time of the year. Mid-year enrollment is accepted based on available spaces. Priority for spaces in PreK goes to children who are 2 years and 6 months old at the start of the school year (September). Eligibility for non-French-speaking students: Non-French-speaking students may enroll in Kindergarten (TPS/PS, MS, Grande Section); for CP/Grade 1 and above, French proficiency is required. Step 2 Online application. Families apply online via the admissions portal. A submission is complete when forms are filled, the birth certificate (PDF) is uploaded, the most recent report cards (for SKGrade 12) are uploaded, and the non-refundable $300 application fee is paid. Step 3 Admissions Test. After submission, the Admissions Committee reviews the application. For students from a school accredited by the French Ministry of Education, no admissions test is required; decisions are based on the most recent report cards. If the child attends a different school, they will be invited to participate in a meet-and-greet (for Kindergarten entry) or an admissions test (for Grades 1). The meet-and-greet lasts about 30 minutes and is conducted in the childs preferred language (French or English). For Pre-K, the child must be fully potty trained by the first day of school. Step 4 Admissions Decision and Enrollment. Admissions decisions for the next school year are communicated in mid-February. The enrollment process is complete when one parent signs the contract online and the $6,500 enrollment fee is paid. In early July, families receive a detailed communication to help prepare for the first day, including information on extracurricular activities, bus services, hot meals, Pizza Wednesdays, and how to purchase sports uniforms and school supplies. Step 5 Preparing for the First Day. During the summer, information is sent about books and school supplies, hot lunch and Pizza Wednesdays, bus registration, after-school care, study hall, and extracurricular activities registration. 20262627 Admission Calendar highlights: December 15, 2025 application deadline; Open House on October 18, 2025; Tests/Meet & Greet dates: November 6 (Grades 1) and November 25 (PreK); January 10, 2026; Mid-February 2026 for admissions decisions.

Scholarships
AEFE Bursaries. Students enrolled at LFT who are French citizens are eligible for AEFE bursaries. An application for bursary must be submitted online via the SCOLAIDE website or in person at the Consulate General of France in Toronto. For inquiries, contact the Consulate General of France in Toronto. LFT Bursaries. Students at Lyce9e Frane7ais de Toronto may be eligible for temporary financial assistance with tuition fees in exceptional circumstances. This support is intended for families facing unforeseen situations not eligible for AEFE bursaries or whose AEFE application has been rejected. To apply, submit your bursary application to the independent organization Apple Financial Services; the LFT Bursary Committee will review the application based on the recommendations provided by this organization. This support is available for students re-enrolled at LFT in CP. Schedule for the 2026/27 school year: First bursary committee—Deadline to receive application files: February 15, 2026; Decision: April 15, 2026. Second bursary committee—Deadline to receive application files: June 15, 2026; Decision: August 15, 2026. AEFE Scholarships. The AEFE program offers scholarships for eligible students; apply online via SCOLAIDE or in person at the Consulate General of France in Toronto. Contact the Consulate for AEFE scholarship inquiries.
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