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Lycée Français de Saint Domingue

Dominican Republic, Santo Domingo

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The school at a glance
Instructs in French
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 691
Opened 1978
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum French Curriculum
Taught languages Spanish, English
Typical class size 13
Strengths Sport, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

LFSD is a French school in Santo Domingo, contracted with AEFE. It delivers the French National Education curriculum from ages 3 to 18 across four cycles plus lycée (Seconde, Première, Terminale). LFSD's Baccalaureat provides direct access to higher education locally and abroad. The school emphasises a plurilingual environment with French as the language of knowledge; English and Spanish are taught from age 6, with EMILE and DNL integrated into the program. The curriculum is defined by France's National Education and recognised by the Dominican Republic's education system. The campus offers a sports program (football, rugby, basketball, girls' volleyball, sailing) and a robust arts program (theatre, visual arts, music) along with after-school activities. LFSD is a non-profit association that promotes democratic participation and sustainable development. It partners with clubs such as Náutico de Santo Domingo, Taekwondo, Ajedrez to enrich student life, preparing ethical citizens for higher education in Europe and America.

C. Rafael Damirón &, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

The Essentials

Lycée Français de Saint Domingue has 691 pupils, typical class sizes of 13, instruction in French.

Location
The Lycée Français de Saint-Domingue is located in Saint-Domingue, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. The street address is Rafael Damirón Esq. Jime9nez Moya, Centro de los He9roes, Saint-Domingue, Dominican Republic.

Stages
Maternelle (nursery/kindergarten); Elementary; Middle school; High school

Type
French international school; AEFE accreditation

Country affiliation
France (AEFE network)
Diving Deeper

Food Options
The school has a cafeteria. The Cafétéria page shows published meal offerings and sample menus, indicating meals are provided on site.

Governance and Ownership
The school is a non-profit association. The Board of Administration and Management (Conseil d'Administration et de Gestion) is composed of seven members elected for two years with deliberative votes (President, Vice-President, Treasurer, Vice-Treasurer, Secretary, and two other members) and four advisory members (the Cooperation and Cultural Action Advisor from the French Embassy, the Principal, the Administrative and Financial Director, and the Founder of the Lycée and Honorary President). The Board handles the financial and material management of the establishment; it is the employer of locally recruited staff, and it oversees the life of the lycée in coordination with the head of the establishment.
Fees

Annual tuition at Lycée Français de Saint Domingue ranges from DOP 0 for 2026/27.

Application / first‑registration fee (2026–2027)

- Primera inscripción (paid once, per child): DOP 100,000 (French), DOP 149,000 (Dominican nationals), DOP 190,000 (other nationalities). Families already enrolled at LFSD receive a DOP 10,000 reduction on the first‑registration fee.

Annual tuition (by cycle, 2026–2027) — amounts shown are annual totals in Dominican pesos (DOP)

- Maternal (early years)
- First child: Frances DOP 344,000 · Nacionales DOP 379,000 · Other nationalities DOP 478,000.
- Second child: Frances DOP 309,600 · Nacionales DOP 341,100 · Other nationalities DOP 430,200.
- Third child: Frances DOP 258,000 · Nacionales DOP 284,250 · Other nationalities DOP 358,500.

- Elemental (primary)
- First child: Frances DOP 353,000 · Nacionales DOP 388,000 · Other nationalities DOP 490,000.
- Second child: Frances DOP 317,700 · Nacionales DOP 349,200 · Other nationalities DOP 441,000.
- Third child: Frances DOP 264,750 · Nacionales DOP 291,000 · Other nationalities DOP 367,500.

- Collège (middle school)
- First child: Frances DOP 381,000 · Nacionales DOP 424,000 · Other nationalities DOP 526,000.
- Second child: Frances DOP 342,900 · Nacionales DOP 381,600 · Other nationalities DOP 473,400.
- Third child: Frances DOP 285,750 · Nacionales DOP 318,000 · Other nationalities DOP 394,500.

- Lycée (high school)
- First child: Frances DOP 401,000 · Nacionales DOP 450,000 · Other nationalities DOP 566,000.
- Second child: Frances DOP 360,900 · Nacionales DOP 405,000 · Other nationalities DOP 509,400.
- Third child: Frances DOP 300,750 · Nacionales DOP 337,500 · Other nationalities DOP 424,500.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Invoices for tuition and related mandatory charges are issued by the accounting department and must be paid before the 5th of each month. Payments are treated as monthly obligations; the school applies payments to the oldest outstanding debt first. Late payments incur a 1.75% monthly penalty. Debts older than 90 days are subject to legal recovery.

- Invoicing currency and exchange: invoices are issued in Dominican pesos; payments may be made in euros, US dollars or Dominican pesos using the French chancery exchange rate for the month; the rate in force on the day of receipt of payment is used and any bank charges are borne by the payer.

Payment methods and bank details (options)

- Accepted methods: cheque, cash deposit, bank transfer, bank deposit; credit‑card payments are accepted in person at the school cashier for amounts permitted by the school. Cash payments are not accepted at the cashier for mandatory fees or additional charges above DOP 2,500. The school reserves the right to charge bank fees to the payer.

- Bank accounts provided for transfers (named to LICEO FRANCES DE SANTO DOMINGO, INC.):
- Banco Popular Dominicano — Cuenta Corriente Pesos N 00 54 54 04 77.
- Banco BHD León — Cuenta Corriente Pesos N 2450221‑0012.
- Bank (Paris) — Banque Transatlantique / Paris (Euros) — IBAN: FR76 3056 8199 2600 0120 6890, BIC: CMCIFRPP.
- Always indicate the family surname and month/activity in the payment description (school uses the first 30 characters). A receipt is emailed within eight days of payment.

Examination and other mandatory ancillary fees

- Official exam fees (2026–2027): DNB (3ème) DOP 4,000; Baccalauréat 1ère DOP 17,000; Baccalauréat Terminale DOP 20,000. These are charged in addition to the annual tuition where applicable.

- Other ancillary mandatory items and costs:
- LFSD polo (required for outings) sold at reception: DOP 800.
- ID card replacement: DOP 500.
- Correspondence book (carnet de correspondance): DOP 200.
- Costs for school trips, extra‑curricular activities, calculators, textbooks, and any items sold by the school are charged separately and are payable at the time indicated.

Discounts, sibling policy and pro‑rata on mid‑year arrival

- Sibling discounts: the published annual amounts show lower fees for the second and third enrolled children; the school explicitly applies a discount for second and third children as shown in the annual fee schedule. Families with children already enrolled benefit from a DOP 10,000 discount on the first‑registration fee. Any change of nationality in the pupil file affects the tuition level from the following month. Families who join during the school year receive a prorated discount on tuition; any month started is due in full.

Boarding

- Boarding is not applicable; no boarding fees are listed. Tuition and ancillary charges shown are for day schooling.

Refunds, absences and withdrawal

- First‑registration fees may be refunded under certain conditions; the school states that refunds for the first‑registration fee can be made in specific cases.

- Temporary absences (any duration) do not entitle the family to a reduction in tuition. Families who withdraw must pay for the entire month in which they leave. If outstanding debts are not paid, a pupil may be prevented from re‑enrolling until debts are cleared; paid tuition for the current school year may permit reinstatement if debts are resolved.

Summary of payment practicalities

- Annual tuition is published by cycle and by nationality; amounts above are the annual totals in DOP for the 2026–2027 school year. Tuition is billed monthly; invoices are due before the 5th of each month and may be paid in DOP, EUR or USD using the chancery exchange rate. Late payments incur 1.75% monthly interest and serious arrears lead to legal recovery procedures. Exam, uniform and other ancillary charges are invoiced separately as required.
Academics

Lycée Français de Saint Domingue teaches French Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The curricula are defined by the French National Education and are recognized by the Dominican Republic's education system. The LFSD follows the French framework across four cycles and the lycée: Cycle 1 (PS, MS, GS); Cycle 2 (CP, CE1, CE2); Cycle 3 (CM1, CM2, 6e); Cycle 4 (5e, 4e, 3e) and the lycée (Seconde, Première, Terminale). The Baccalaureat delivered by LFSD provides direct access to higher education in the Dominican Republic. The LFSD emphasizes a plurilingual environment, with French as the language of knowledge; English and Spanish are taught from age 6, and EMILE (English-medium instruction) and DNL (disciplines taught in a language) are part of the program.

Student Teacher Ratio
705 students are expected in September 2025; the school has 51 teachers, giving a student-to-teacher ratio of about 14:1.

Higher Education Progression
The Baccalauréat delivered by LFSD provides direct access to higher education in the Dominican Republic.

Gifted and Talented
From grade 5 onward, Parcours avenir provides personalized guidance to help students plan their study and career paths, including orientation activities and internships.
Wellbeing

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
First foreign language: English. Spanish is mandatory in all classes. Second foreign language: Spanish; English. The school is AEFE-contracted and offers multilingual education based on the French national education programs, while integrating study of the history of the Dominican Republic.
Parent Experience

History
The Lycée Français de Saint-Domingue is a true gateway to the Caribbean and has played a fundamental role in the history of the Dominican Republic. Since its opening in 1978, it has established itself as a cultural and educational bridge, strengthening ties between Santo Domingo and Paris. The school is more than just a school; it is a place of exchange, diversity and sharing, where universal values and a living Francophonie are cultivated in the heart of the Caribbean. As an AEFE-contracted establishment, the Lycée Français de Saint-Domingue guarantees multilingual, high-quality education based on the programs of the French National Education while incorporating instruction in the history of the Dominican Republic. This space blends tradition and emancipation, and is deeply rooted in humanist values: democracy, inclusion, and living together.

Community
Participatory democracy and sustainable development: Students are involved in the life of the school through participatory bodies and are engaged in sustainable development through the eco-delegates club. Destination Francophonie on TV5 Monde has featured LFSD, illustrating the school's francophone and cultural initiatives. The school also highlights its alumni through testimonials and alumni spotlights, showing the diverse paths graduates take. The LFSD emphasizes exchange and openness between French and Dominican cultures at the heart of its community.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
LFSD governance centers on collaborative structures that involve parents through multiple bodies. The Conseil d'administration et de Gestion (CAG) administers the school's finances and operations, and employs locally recruited staff; it comprises seven voting members and four advisory members, including the Embassy's Cooperation and Action Cultural Counselor, the Proviseur, the Directrice Administrative et Financière, and the Founder and Honorary President. Contact representatives at cag@lfsd.edu.do. The Conseil d'école, established under the School Director, provides opinions on the internal regulations and the school project; it has 15 parent representatives elected each year and all teachers are members by right. The Conseil d'établissement handles pedagogical and educational questions for the entire establishment and is renewed annually; it includes staff representatives and user representatives (parents and pupils), with invited participants such as two Board members, the Consul of France, and Consular Councillors. Minutes of the councils are published, with records for 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 available.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
LFSD is a non-profit association. Our institutional DNA lives in every student. We are not simply a school: we are a space where critical thinking shapes our identity, forming global citizens capable of questioning, understanding and transforming their environment. Each space at LFSD invites dialogue and discovery. Our mission is to prepare students to become thoughtful, ethical citizens engaged with their community and the world.

Sports Facilities
LFSD offers a broad range of sports activities including football, rugby, basketball, and girls' volleyball. Rhythmic gymnastics and taekwondo are also available. Sailing is offered in partnership with Club Náutico. The LFSD sports association is part of AMLANORD UNSS/AEFE, enabling students from 5e to Lycée to participate in competitions. Students form teams that compete in national, regional, and interschool championships.

Academic Facilities
The LFSD is AEFE-contracted and guarantees high-quality multilingual education based on the French National Education programs. It also integrates instruction in the history of the Dominican Republic. From preschool through terminale, LFSD offers an education of excellence and an international diploma that enables students to enter leading universities in Europe, North America, and Asia. The school promotes democratic participation and sustainable development.

Extra Curricular Facilities
LFSD offers sports and arts activities as well as French-language academic reinforcement. These activities are taught by professionals specialized in their respective fields. Centers integrated into the after-school program include Club Náutico de Santo Domingo, Federación Nacional de Taekwondo, Federación Nacional de Ajedrez, DEPORTEX in football, Coding Space in programming, Rhythmic Academy in rhythmic gymnastics, Dominican Dance Theater in dance, and Karate Dimitrova Training Academy. The activities are available for students from CP to Terminale, every afternoon from September to June, according to the schedule. Enrollment and management are via EDUKA; contact is Ms. Tania Bonilla (aes@lfsd.edu.do).
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The LFSD offers athletic and artistic activities as well as French-language academic support. These activities are taught by professionals specialized in their respective fields. Centers partnering with the program include Santo Domingo Nautical Club, the National Taekwondo Federation, the National Chess Federation, DEPORTEX in football, Coding Space in programming, Rhythmic Academy in rhythmic gymnastics, Dominican Dance Theatre in dance, and the Dimitrova Karate Academy. Participation supports complete student development and helps new arrivals make friends, practice French and Spanish, and integrate into the school community.

Arts & Creative
The LFSD offers theatre, visual arts, and music as extracurricular activities, along with dance. Theatre programs include general theatre production and performances, developing expressive and interpretive skills. Visual arts help students express their understanding of the world and cultivate creative thinking. The music program develops musical ability and offers instrument study options such as piano, violin, viola, flute, and percussion, including both introductory and instrumental tracks.

Cultural & Language
English is introduced through an extracurricular program that develops fundamentals of the English language, including vocabulary, grammar, spelling, pronunciation, and reading comprehension. French-language reinforcement is provided to support students needing extra language assistance. Debates ONU develop cooperation, respect, freedom of expression, and multilingual communication in French, English, and Spanish. Journalism activities introduce students to the basics of communicating information across media.

Social & Hobbies
Board games strengthen French language skills, logical reasoning, teamwork, memory, and observation. Entrepreneurship activities foster initiative, project design, and the ability to turn ideas into products or services. Dance programs, including Dance (Danza) and related movement activities, foster rhythm, coordination, and self-expression, while Yoga supports physical and mental well-being as part of after-school offerings.

Leadership & Professional
Entrepreneurship activities cultivate initiative and the ability to conceive and realize a project or venture. Debates ONU develop leadership, critical thinking, and multilingual communication across French, English, and Spanish. Journalism activities introduce students to clear, structured information dissemination and media literacy.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Yoga promotes physical and mental well-being through postures, breathing, and relaxation. Dance programs foster rhythm, coordination, creativity, and self-expression. Rhythmic gymnastics and Taekwondo develop discipline, flexibility, strength, and balance. Sailing (Voile), offered in partnership with the Club Náutico, builds teamwork and agility with competition opportunities for teams.
Languages

Language Provision
French is the language of instruction across all grades. Spanish is taught starting in Pre-Kinder, and English is introduced in CE2 (3rd grade). The school is not a bilingual or trilingual program; French remains the primary language of instruction, with Spanish and English offered as additional languages.

Bilingual Teaching
No bilingual education is offered. Instruction is entirely in French from Pre-Kinder; students also receive education in Spanish from Pre-Kinder and English instruction from CE2 (3rd grade).

Immersion Programs
There is no full language immersion program. French is the language of instruction, while Spanish is taught from early years and English begins in CE2.
Admissions

Admissions
Applications are open until Tuesday, March 31, 2026. The LFSD will accept applications for the 2026-2027 school year for students born in 2023 or earlier. For Kindergarten students, it is not necessary to speak French. Applications are submitted online at lfsd.eduka.school. Fees are payable in 10 monthly installments from June 2026 to May 2027. After your application is reviewed, you will be informed by email of the next steps. Personalized interviews begin in January 2026; responses to families begin in April 2026. Once the admission decision for your child is received, definitive admission is contingent on payment of enrollment fees, which must be paid by fixed deadlines. First-time enrollment fees: French nationals 100,000 DOP; Dominican nationals 149,000 DOP; other nationalities 190,000 DOP. Sibling discount for LFSD families on the first enrollment of a sibling: 10,000 DOP.

Scholarships
AEFE scholarships are available to children of French families living abroad. They are offered by local commissions established at diplomatic or consular posts and allocated after advice of a national commission established at the AEFE directorate. To qualify for AEFE scholarships, children must be French nationals and enrolled, or in the process of enrollment, at the French consulate. For more information, consult the AEFE site. The AEFE 2026-2027 scholarship campaign for French children living in the Dominican Republic has been published on the Embassy's site.
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