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Lycée International de Calgary

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The school at a glance
Instructs in French, English
Fees CA$19,560 - 21,280
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 800
Type Co-educational
Opened 1966
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum French Curriculum, Canadian Curriculum
Taught languages French, English, Spanish
Strengths Sport, Languages, STEM
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

The Lycée international de Calgary offers a dual-curriculum education for preschool through Grade 12, combining the French Ministry of National Education program with Alberta Education. It is an independent bilingual school and AEFE member in the Altadore neighbourhood. Students study in French and English, and in high school earn both the French Baccalaureate and the Alberta High School Diploma, enabling pathways to Canadian and international tertiary study. The school began in 1966 as Lycée Louis Pasteur and joined AEFE in 1990; it adopted its current name in 2021. A new kindergarten building with eight classrooms and a gym opened in January 2025. Facilities include modern bilingual classrooms, a bilingual library, an indoor climbing wall, a gym, a sports field, and a renovated maternelle building. The International Program welcomes students from France and AEFE schools, with hosting arranged through the Canada Homestay Network. Partnerships with Francophone institutions connect Calgary's Francophone community.

4099 Garrison Blvd SW, Calgary, AB T2T 6G2, Canada

The Essentials

Lycée International de Calgary has 800 pupils, instruction in French, English.

Location
Altadore neighbourhood, southwest Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada. 4099 Garrison Boulevard SW, Calgary, AB T2T 6G2.

Stages
Full-Day Preschool (3 and 4 year-olds); Kindergarten; Elementary (Gr 1-5); Junior High (Gr 6-9); High School (Gr 10-12).

Type
Independent private bilingual school with a dual curriculum (French national education and Alberta Education).

Country affiliation
France (AEFE network)
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Homestay program for international students, primarily entering Grades 912. Students stay with English-speaking host families through the Canada Homestay Network. Fees include room and board; placements can be September4, January6, or full year.

Uniform Requirement
Dress code applies; clothing is expected to be neat and in good condition. Physical education uniforms are mandatory for Grades 59 and must be purchased via Landsnd; PE items include Phoenix logo T-shirt, Phoenix logo shorts, Phoenix logo pants, and non-marking running shoes. High school has no specific dress code beyond the general guidelines.

Food Options
Hot lunches are optional through Cafe9t Bountiful, in partnership with Bountiful Chef. Meals are designed to be healthy, with globally inspired dishes and whole-food ingredients. Families register for lunch each trimester; for details contact lunch@lycee.ca.

Governance and Ownership
Governed by the volunteer Board of Directors of Lyce9e Louis Pasteur Society. The Board is elected at the Annual General Meeting and the bylaws permit up to twelve elected directors, plus an ex officio Head of School.
Fees

Annual tuition at Lycée International de Calgary ranges from CAD 19,560 to CAD 21,280 for 2026/27.

Application and enrollment fees

- Application fee (one-time, non-refundable): CAD 250.
- Enrollment / registration deposit (one-time, non-refundable): CAD 4,000 for the first child; CAD 3,500 for a second child; waived for a third child and subsequent children.
- Foreign student / late-entry surcharge (one-time, non-refundable in the specified cases): CAD 5,000.

Annual tuition fees (2026–27) — total per year by year group

- Maternelle (Petite, Moyenne, Grande Section / preschool): CAD 19,560 per year.
- Elementary School (Grades 1–5): CAD 19,560 per year.
- Middle School (Grades 6–9): CAD 20,100 per year.
- High School (Grades 10–12): CAD 21,280 per year.

Payment plans, per-installment (per-term) detail, and convenience fees

- Payment options: single annual payment, semi-annual (two-installment) payment plan, or monthly payment plan. A convenience fee applies to multi-installment plans.

- Semi-annual (two-installment) totals and per-installment amounts:
- Maternelle / Elementary: total CAD 19,660; two equal installments of CAD 9,830 each.
- Middle School: total CAD 20,200; two equal installments of CAD 10,100 each.
- High School: total CAD 21,380; two equal installments of CAD 10,690 each.
- The semi-annual plan carries a CAD 100 convenience fee (difference between single-payment total and two-payment total).

- Monthly payment plan totals (total paid over the monthly plan):
- Maternelle / Elementary: total CAD 19,960.
- Middle School: total CAD 20,500.
- High School: total CAD 21,680.
- The monthly plan carries a CAD 400 convenience fee (difference between single-payment total and monthly-plan total). Installment dates and the number of monthly payments are determined in the enrolment contract.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The enrolment process is completed when the contract is signed, required registration fees and deposits are paid, and the first tuition installment (as required by the contract) is made. Tuition invoices and the exact payment schedule (due dates and instalment dates) are set out in the enrolment/financial contract. Late-payment terms and any administrative fees are governed by that contract.

Boarding and international-student housing

- The school does not operate on-campus boarding. A homestay/guardianship arrangement is available for international students through a partner homestay program; homestay and international-program fees are charged separately. Specific international-student package fees (which include homestay and tuition for exchange or visiting students) are published as separate international-program rates.

- International / homestay programme sample fees (charged as separate items from standard tuition):
- Full school year (international student package including homestay): CAD 43,870.
- Trimester 1 (international placement): CAD 23,430.
- Trimesters 2 + 3 combined (international placement): CAD 29,190.
- International student registration fee (for international placements): CAD 1,450.
- Refundable laptop damage deposit (international students): CAD 500 (refundable subject to device condition).

Other mandatory and optional costs

- Before- and after-school care (Garderie) — sample daily rates:
- 07:30–08:30: CAD 9.25 per day.
- 15:45–17:00: CAD 11.50 per day.
- 17:00–18:00: CAD 9.25 per day.

- Supervised Study Hall (Étude): CAD 11.50 per day.

- Hot lunch (catered program): CAD 8.90–CAD 9.80 per meal; full-year participation ranges approximately CAD 1,540–CAD 1,700.

- Clubs and extracurricular program fees:
- Per session: CAD 12–CAD 15 (typical drop-in/session fees).
- Cost per club per year (where applicable, for clubs with equipment or multi-week instruction): CAD 425–CAD 880 per year (varies by activity).

- Other occasional or program-specific fees (e.g., competitive athletics, camps, special workshops) are charged as applicable and vary by program. Students' core supplies and most in-class field trips are included in tuition.

Refunds and deposits

- The application fee (CAD 250) and the enrollment/registration deposit (CAD 4,000 first child / CAD 3,500 second child) are non-refundable. The CAD 5,000 fee for foreign students or late entrants (where applied) is non-refundable.
- Certain deposits may be refundable where explicitly stated (example: a refundable CAD 500 laptop damage deposit associated with international placements). Tuition refunds, proration and any refunds on instalments are governed by the enrolment/financial contract.

Fee payment options and who to contact for payment arrangements

- Families choose a payment plan (annual, semi-annual, or monthly) when accepting an offer and signing the enrolment contract; the enrolment contract sets the invoice schedule and payment due dates. Payment methods accepted and any processing instructions are specified in the school's enrolment/financial documentation. For accounting and payment arrangements, contact the school's accounting office at accounting@lycee.ca.

Discounts and sibling arrangements

- Sibling reductions and registration deposit adjustments:
- Enrollment deposit reduced to CAD 3,500 for a second child; waived for a third child and subsequent children.
- A reduction of CAD 500 in tuition for the third child and beyond is applied where specified.
Academics

Lycée International de Calgary teaches French Curriculum, Canadian Curriculum.

Curriculum
Dual-curriculum education combines the French Ministry of National Education program with Alberta Education. The school serves preschool through high school (preschool to Grade 12). In High School, students earn both the French Baccalaureate and the Alberta High School Diploma, opening pathways to post-secondary education in Canada and beyond. The school is a member of the AEFE network, supporting an international framework for bilingual, cross-cultural study. The majority of teachers are certified by the French Ministry of National Education and are often recruited through AEFE, ensuring consistent language and pedagogy across grades. The International Program supports students from France and AEFE schools to continue their curriculum in Calgary.

Exam Results
Lycée international de Calgary publishes an Annual Education Results Report (AERR) detailing student outcomes and program performance. The AERR outlines the dual curriculum structure and post-secondary readiness within an AEFE-aligned framework. Recent reports cover the 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 cycles.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates earn both the French Baccalaureate and the Alberta High School Diploma, enabling admission to universities in Canada and around the world. The AEFE network supports international higher-education pathways and global mobility for graduates.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides personalized care as a core part of its approach. The school operates as a truly international, bilingual environment that develops global citizenship. Most teachers are certified by the French Ministry of National Education and are recruited through the AEFE network. Student services include Before and After School Care, Hot Lunch, Study Hall, Clubs, and Athletics to support student wellbeing. The International Program hosts international students and places visiting students with English-speaking host families through the Canada Homestay Network for language practice and cultural immersion.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Instruction is delivered mostly in French, with English and Social Studies taught in English. Spanish begins in grade six.

Safeguarding
The school maintains a Lycée School Code of Conduct and a Personal Information Protection Act Policy. There is also a Whistleblower Policy and related governance documents such as annual reports and education plans.
Parent Experience

History
The Lycée international de Calgary opened in 1966 as Lycée Louis Pasteur in southwest Calgary to educate the children of expatriate French nationals, and later opened to students of all nationalities. In 1982 it was incorporated under the Societies Act in Alberta and accredited by Alberta Education, and in 1990 it joined the AEFE network. In 2000 the school moved to its current Altadore location, and the high school opened in 2011 with first graduates in 2014. The school adopted the name Lycée international de Calgary in 2021, and in January 2025 a new kindergarten building with eight classrooms and a gym opened. Located in Altadore near Marda Loop, the school offers a bilingual curriculum combining the French Ministry of Education with Alberta Education, with graduates earning both the French baccalaureate and the Alberta diploma.

Community
The Lycée international de Calgary is part of a global network of more than 500 schools across 137 countries. The campus includes an indoor climbing wall and a modern campus, and renovations were completed to unify the campus, including a new kindergarten facility opened in 2025. A school calendar keeps families informed about holidays and admissions events, and parent-teacher interviews are scheduled throughout the year. Open House events invite families to tours, information sessions, meet-the-teachers sessions, clubs, and climbing-wall activities.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Lycée Louis Pasteur Society is a non-profit organization operated by the school, and its members are the parents or guardians of enrolled students. The Society is governed by an elected Board of Directors with up to twelve directors and an ex-officio Head of School. School Council, presided by the Head of School, meets at least three times a year and includes staff, administrators and parent and student representatives. A Parent Representative Group exists as part of governance, with three parents and three alternates elected by peers. Parent-teacher meetings are part of the schools communication protocols. For involvement or inquiries, parents can contact the board and admissions team via the school.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Located in the Altadore neighborhood, Lycée international de Calgary offers a modern, vibrant learning environment. The campus has undergone major upgrades, including a redesigned west field and basketball court and new outdoor spaces for the Maternelle, plus a renovated Maternelle building. Classrooms are modern, bilingual spaces with natural light, ergonomic furniture, and integrated technology. The campus features an indoor climbing wall and a gymnasium that support physical education and team sports. The library provides a dedicated space for reading and research, and outdoor areas include a sports field and a newly built maternelle playground.

Sports Facilities
The gymnasium is a versatile sports facility that supports physical education, team sports, and wellness, accommodating activities such as soccer, basketball, and pickleball. The indoor climbing wall is a 36‑ft tall climbing surface with 10 top ropes and six auto‑belay devices, supervised by qualified staff and used for PE and clubs. Outdoor facilities include brand‑new play areas and a sports field, plus a maternelle playground. Phoenix Athletics offers competitive teams for Grades 7–12 in badminton, basketball, golf, soccer, volleyball, cross‑country, and track & field. AEFE–UNSS Sports League provides North American tournaments for students, expanding opportunities beyond the local level.

Academic Facilities
Our classrooms are modern, flexible, bilingual spaces with natural light, ergonomic furniture, and modern technology that support active, bilingual learning in French and English for students of all ages. The spaces are designed to promote teamwork and inquiry‑based learning with modular tables and open areas. The school provides a bilingual library as a resource for reading, research, and discovery. These facilities support learning across preschool through high school in a bilingual setting.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Clubs run after school from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., with offerings including robotics, music, art, dance, engineering, media arts, baking, climbing, karate, and sports; offerings change each trimester. Registration for clubs occurs each trimester, and participation can be coordinated with other Lycée programs. Athletics include Phoenix Athletics for Grades 7–12 with teams in badminton, basketball, golf, soccer, volleyball, cross‑country, and track & field, with competitions through CISAA. AEFE–UNSS Sports League provides North American tournaments for students. Break Week and Summer Day Camps for Preschool to Grade 5 offer activities such as climbing, arts and crafts, field trips, and themed weeks.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school teaches two curricula: the French Ministry of National Education program and the Alberta Education program. It is AEFE-accredited and part of the AEFE network. The bilingual environment emphasizes true bilingualism and global fluency in daily learning. The Lycée offers education from preschool through Grade 12.

Arts & Creative
Clubs include robotics, music, art, dance, engineering, media arts, baking, climbing, karate, and other activities. Clubs run from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., and offerings change each trimester; they are designed for students up to Grade 9 (3ème). Participation develops leadership, teamwork, creativity, and confidence in a bilingual, multicultural environment.

Cultural & Language
The International Program welcomes students from France and other AEFE schools to continue their curriculum in Calgary, with hosting arranged through the Canada Homestay Network. The school emphasizes bilingualism and global fluency as part of its true bilingual education. It maintains partnerships with Francophone institutions such as ACFA Calgary and Alliance Française de Calgary, and supports events and exchanges with Francophone organizations. Student exchanges are part of the community life through these partnerships.

Social & Hobbies
Clubs provide after-school activities from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. across sports, STEM, arts, music, and leadership. Clubs connect students to a bilingual, multicultural community, developing teamwork, creativity, confidence, and belonging. Participation helps students explore interests beyond the classroom and build lasting skills.

Community & Service
The school maintains Community Partnerships as the heart of Calgary's Francophone community. Partnerships include ACFA Régionale de Calgary, Alliance Française de Calgary, Calgary Accueil, Canadian Parents for French, Centre d'Appui Familial, and Portail de l'Immigrant Association. Events such as open houses, cultural and local fairs, Francophonie Week, and student exchanges connect families with French resources and experiences. The Lycée collaborates with Francophone organizations and the AEFE network to strengthen Calgary's Francophone ecosystem.

Leadership & Professional
Clubs offer leadership opportunities; students develop leadership skills and teamwork. Athletics provide leadership experiences such as refereeing and scoring, and emphasize teamwork and leadership. Participation builds transferable leadership and professional skills within a bilingual environment.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Athletics are an essential part of Lycée Calgary life, with competitive teams for Grades 7–12 after school. Programs foster lifelong healthy habits, respect for others, self-discipline, and leadership. Athletics support the balanced development of mind, body, and spirit through physical activity and teamwork.
Languages

Language Provision
Most teachers are certified by the French Ministry of National Education and are often recruited through the AEFE network. Instruction is delivered mostly in French, with English and Social Studies taught in English. The Preschool/Maternelle program follows the French curriculum with 30 minutes of English instruction per day. Spanish begins in Grade 6, and graduates earn both the French Baccalauréat and the Alberta High School Diploma.

Bilingual Teaching
The school uses a dual-model curriculum that integrates French Ministry of Education standards with Alberta Education. Instruction is delivered mostly in French, with English and Social Studies taught in English. The Preschool/Maternelle program follows the French curriculum with an added 30 minutes of English instruction per day. The school fosters true bilingualism in an immersive environment.

Immersion Programs
Curriculum integrates two curricula, with instruction delivered mostly in French while English and Social Studies are taught in English. The International Program welcomes students from France and AEFE schools to continue their curriculum in Calgary while living with a host family.
Reputation

Accreditations
Alberta Education accreditation — The school is accredited by Alberta Education.
French Ministry of National Education homologation — The curriculum is officially certified (homologation) by the French Ministry of National Education (MENJS), ensuring content, standards and evaluation methods identical to public schools in France and the 600 AEFE partner schools; This official government approval guarantees the integrity and worldwide recognition of the Baccalaureat diploma your child will earn.
AEFE Accreditation — The school is a proud partner within the AEFE (Agence pour l'Enseignement Français e0 le9tranger) network, coordinating over 600 accredited French schools in 138 countries; This accreditation is the seal of quality that guarantees the rigour of the French national curriculum, the excellence of our teaching staff, and the ease of transfer to AEFE schools worldwide; The ADN-AEFE Exchange Program allows Grade 10 students to study for several weeks in another AEFE school abroad.
CAIS accreditation — The school is a member of CAIS (Canadian Accredited Independent Schools).
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1: Explore & Inquire. Prospective families learn about Lycée international de Calgary. Attend the fall open house, join a group tour to see the school during school hours, attend an after-hours information session, or request a private tour. The admissions team is available to answer questions and guide families through the process. Step 2: Apply Online. Submit the application through the secure online portal. The submission includes student records and a non-refundable application fee of $250. Applications are reviewed as they are received. Admissions offers for new families are typically made in February, after the reenrollment deadline for current students. Step 3: Meeting & Assessment. After the application is received, a meeting with the parents is scheduled to understand the family and answer questions. An assessment with the child occurs separately. For the Maternelle entrants, a 30-minute session is held on a Saturday morning with teachers; for Grade 1 and above, a French assessment is conducted with the principal. Admissibility is based on age as of December 31 of the academic year; age requirements align with Alberta Education standards. Step 4: Receive Your Offer. After a file is complete, the admissions committee reviews all information. Siblings of current students who have completed the application process receive offers before the general public. Successful applicants receive an offer of admission by email. If additional information is required, the admissions team will contact the family. Basic tuition covers the full dual-curriculum; additional services such as before- and after-school care, clubs, study halls, athletics, camps, and hot lunch may incur extra fees. Step 5: Enrolment. Enrollment is completed when the enrolment fee and the first deposit are paid. The family is officially welcomed and the student is added to the school roster. The admissions team remains available to assist with transition questions. The school operates from 8:30 to 3:30, five days a week.
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