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Lycée Français International Simone Veil

Germany, Düsseldorf

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The school at a glance
Instructs in French, German, English
Fees €5,010 - 14,620
Ages 3 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 1962
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum French Curriculum
Taught languages French, German, English, Spanish, Latin
Strengths Sport, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Lycée Français International Simone Veil is a French international school in Düsseldorf, part of the AEFE network, serving ages 3–18 across four sections: Maternelle, Élementaire, Collège and Lycée. Instruction is in French, with German as the host-country language from early years and English introduced from Moyenne Section. The AbiBac binational section links the French bac with the German Abitur, and the European English and American International Sections offer additional bac paths. The curriculum centers on the French Baccalauréat, with Abibac and BFI options and a shared core including science, philosophy, history-geography, languages, EMC and EPS; DNL is taught in a foreign language for enrichment. The school provides a secondary and primary library network (CDI/BCD), seven computer stations, and strong language provision. Sports feature prominently, with a Sports Week and UNSS participation, plus after‑school activities (APS). In 2024, the school reported a 100% pass rate at the Baccalauréat; about 46 nationalities are represented.

Graf-Recke-Straße 220, 40237 Düsseldorf, Germany

The Essentials

Lycée Français International Simone Veil has instruction in French, German, English.

Location
Graf-Recke-Strasse 220, 40237 Düsseldorf, Germany. The Lycée Français International Simone Veil is in Düsseldorf, Germany. It welcomes around 600 students from kindergarten through the final year of secondary school.

Stages
Seconde (10th grade), Première (1ère), Terminale. Three classes from Seconde to Terminale, leading to the French Baccalauréat, with Abibac or BFI options; AIS and the European English Section are offered.

Type
French international high school in Düsseldorf; multilingual teaching (French, German, English, Spanish); Abibac, BFI, AIS; European English Section.

Additional learning support
Inclusive education with ÉBÉP referents for students with special educational needs; Personalized Schooling Projects (PPS), Personalized Planning for Educational Success (PPRE), Personalised Assistance Plan (PAP), and Individual Health Plan (PAI); psychologist available; contact details provided for ÉBÉP and health services.

Country affiliation
France (AEFE network).
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
The school is part of the AEFE network, overseen by the Agency for French Education Abroad. The Parents' Association (APE) runs the school as the legal employer of local staff. The Management Committee (Vorstand) is elected by the APE to oversee the budget and strategic direction. The Establishment Council (Conseil d'établissement) is a tripartite body with equal representation from the administration, staff, and parents and students, and the School Council (Conseil d'école) is chaired by the headteacher and adopts the internal regulations.
Fees

Annual tuition at Lycée Français International Simone Veil ranges from EUR 5,010 to EUR 14,620 for 2026/27.

Application and re‑registration fees
- Application (inscription) fee — normal rate: EUR 2,500. Application fee — reduced rate: EUR 1,200. These fees are payable in full on registration and must be paid to the school's bank account.
- Re‑registration (réinscription) fee — normal rate: EUR 500. Re‑registration fee — reduced rate: EUR 200. These are payable in full at the time of re‑registration.

Tuition fees (annual and per‑term amounts by year group)
- Fees are published and charged as annual amounts for the academic year 2025–2026. The published annual tuition amounts are:
- Maternelle (reduced): EUR 5,350. (normal): EUR 9,350.
- Élémentaire (reduced): EUR 5,010. (normal): EUR 8,770.
- Collège (reduced): EUR 6,360. (normal): EUR 11,110.
- Lycée (reduced): EUR 8,350. (normal): EUR 14,620.
- Per‑term (illustrative): the school publishes annual amounts. If an annual fee were divided into three equal school terms, the approximate per‑term amounts would be:
- Maternelle: EUR 1,783.33 (reduced) / EUR 3,116.67 (normal).
- Élémentaire: EUR 1,670.00 (reduced) / EUR 2,923.33 (normal).
- Collège: EUR 2,120.00 (reduced) / EUR 3,703.33 (normal).
- Lycée: EUR 2,783.33 (reduced) / EUR 4,873.33 (normal).
(These per‑term figures are simple thirds of the published annual amounts for reference; the school's published charges are annual.)
- Tariff definitions: the “normal” tariff applies when fees are fully paid by an employer; the “reduced” tariff applies when fees are paid by the family. A hybrid tariff is available by arrangement with the finance department.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Inscription and réinscription fees are payable in full at the time of registration or re‑registration and are due regardless of the pupil's arrival date. Inscription and réinscription payments are made to the school's bank account.
- Invoices for tuition, examinations, SIA and other chargeable services are issued and are payable by bank transfer. Invoiced amounts must be paid by bank transfer on receipt of the invoice, no later than 15 days from the invoice date.
- For families receiving school bursaries, invoices for fees and canteen are issued once the bursary amount has been notified to the school; families pay the portion not covered by the bursary.

Boarding fees
- No boarding (internat) fees are published. The school's publicly listed services and fees cover day programmes, canteen, after‑school care and related services; there is no boarding provision or boarding fee schedule published for this school.

Other costs and mandatory extras
- School supplies (fournitures) charged to families:
- Maternelle supplies fee: EUR 20 per year.
- Élémentaire supplies fee: EUR 50 per year.
- Secondary (collège / lycée): families order and pay for textbooks; certain French literature and philosophy works supplied and invoiced by the school: EUR 35.
- Canteen (demi‑pension) — price per meal:
- Maternelle: EUR 6.65 per meal.
- Élémentaire and secondaire: EUR 7.70 per meal.
- An additional EUR 1.00 supervision fee per meal is charged when an individualized care plan (PAI) applies. Canteen registration is annual and made via the school's registration platform.
- Examination fees (payable on invoice by bank transfer within 15 days):
- Diplôme national du brevet (3ème): EUR 50 (for enrolled LfiSV pupils) / EUR 100 (external candidates).
- Épreuves anticipées du baccalauréat (1ère): EUR 150 / EUR 300 (external).
- Baccalauréat (Terminale): EUR 250 / EUR 500 (external).
- Section Internationale Américaine (SIA) fees (collège & lycée, books included):
- Normal tariff: EUR 2,000.
- Reduced tariff: EUR 1,100.
- The SIA at élémentaire is included within published tuition. SIA fees are payable on invoice by bank transfer within 15 days. No refund is made if the family withdraws from SIA during the school year.
- CNED and specialty teaching: where the school purchases CNED or other third‑party special subject provision for 1ère and Terminale, those costs are charged back to families at cost and are payable by bank transfer.
- After‑school care / garderie (AWO partnership): the school offers a paid after‑school care service; a monthly supplement of EUR 7.80 is charged to cover consumables for the care programme. Details and enrollment are managed through the school's services.
- Transport options and costs: published transport options include the Deutschlandticket (monthly) and a SchokoTicket subscription; specific transport costs are handled separately from tuition and are payable as stated for each transport product.

Discounts and staff concessions
- Sibling discount on the reduced tariff only: 10% reduction from the 3rd child enrolled (by order of arrival) and 15% reduction from the 4th child (by order of arrival).
- Staff concession: employees of the school (excluding minijob status) benefit from exemption of registration/re‑registration fees and a 70% reduction of tuition per full‑time employed parent; part‑time staff receive a pro‑rata reduction.

Refund and cancellation policy (fees)
- Inscription and réinscription fees are refundable only if the school refuses the student's application.
- For SIA: if a family withdraws from SIA during the school year, no refund will be made. In the event of a pupil leaving the school during the school year, no refund of fees for the school year will be made.

Fee payment options and contacts
- Payment method: invoices and specified charges are to be paid by bank transfer to the school's account. Exam fees, SIA fees and other invoiced items are payable by bank transfer within 15 days of invoice date.
- Finance and accounting contacts for payment queries: gestionnaire@lfisv.de and comptable@lfisv.de. School administration contacts (telephone and e‑mail) are listed for registration and secretariat matters.

(End of fee overview.)
Academics

Lycée Français International Simone Veil teaches French Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The school offers the French Baccalauréat with options including Abibac and the BFI. Seconde, Première and Terminale form the high-school cycle, with a program of specialization through subject choices. All students follow a common core of the Baccalauréat, including two hours of science per week in Première and Terminale, plus French (Première), philosophy (Terminale), history-geography, modern languages A and B, EMC and EPS; core courses account for about 60% of total in Première and 55% in Terminale. The French International Baccalaureate (BFI) is a pathway within the Baccalauréat, replacing the former OIB; starting in 1ère, students on this option study alongside the general baccalauréat and benefit from three enrichment components: World Knowledge, Non-Linguistic Discipline (DNL) taught in a foreign language, and Cultural and linguistic enrichment. The AIS (American International Section) is a linguistic and bicultural programme set up by the French Ministry of Education in cooperation with the United States. The Baccalauréat provides access to higher education in France and around the world, and the BFI is designed to prepare students for entry to the grandes écoles and universities depending on their plans.

Higher Education Progression
The Baccalauréat opens access to higher education in France and abroad. The BFI is designed to prepare students for entry to grandes écoles and universities in France and worldwide. The AIS program and multilingual core support students in pursuing international higher-education options.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school teaches social-emotional learning to help students understand themselves and their emotions, and the emotions of others, in a playful, benevolent and creative environment. This supports the development of empathy, collaboration and resilience.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school offers inclusive education for students with special educational needs (ÉBÉP). It does not exclude anyone and provides adaptations to meet each student's educational, physical, social and emotional needs. The EBÉP referents are Mme Berthod and Mme Barsotti for secondary and Mme Chardon for primary. Educational accommodations follow the Ministry of National Education guidelines and include PPS, PAP, PPRE and PAI. A psychologist provides prevention, screening, evaluation and support, and the school has an agreement with the AWO Education Counseling Center; the psychologist is Mme Baroche.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Languages offered include German, English, Spanish (from 4th grade) and Latin (from 5th). A bilingual German-English program operates from the early years with German from Petite Section and English from Moyenne Section. Non-French-speaking or limited-French students can receive support in FLSco from Moyenne Section. The ABIBAC bilingual section prepares for both the French Baccalaureate and the German Abitur. English-language pathways include English+ Collège and the Section européenne anglais, with DNL in English; the SIA (Section Internationale Américaine) started in 2021 and continues through collège. The BFI (Baccalauréat Français International) path includes World Knowledge, DNL and cultural-linguistic deepening.

Mental Wellbeing
The school fosters a safe physical and emotional climate and teaches compassion, teamwork and confidence to pursue dreams. Kindness is at the center of everything we do. Socio-emotional learning supports students' well-being and social development.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is integrated into the inclusive approach; the school addresses educational, physical, social and emotional needs of all students. EBÉP referents coordinate with families and staff, and a psychologist provides preventive and therapeutic support, with external cooperation as needed to protect and support students.
Parent Experience

History
Lycée français international Simone Veil is a French international school in Düsseldorf, Germany, located at Graf-Recke-Straße 220. It is part of AEFE, the Agency for French Education Abroad, an organization under the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs that operates 566 schools in 138 countries and educates over 390,000 students. The Parent and Friends Association (APE), founded in 1976, is the school's governing body and legal representative in Germany and acts as the employer of locally hired staff; its General Assembly elects a board of 6–10 voting members who oversee the school's finances and projects. The School Council (Schulkonferenz) brings together equal representation from the administration, parents, and staff and has 15 voting members; advisory participants include the General Consul and a representative of the Assemblée des Français de l'Étranger.

Community
LFISV brings together around 46 nationalities from around the world. The school upholds humanistic values, promoting tolerance and equality, and fostering critical thinking, adaptability, empathy and respect to help students contribute to a better, more humane and solidaristic society. Multilingualism is integral: the bilingual French track offers ABIBAC (Abitur and Baccalauréat); the European English track offers the European English track; and the International American Stream prepares students for the International French Baccalaureate (IFB). The school emphasizes social competencies and inclusive education, creating a safe and caring atmosphere that supports teamwork, compassion and individual growth.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
All parents may become members of the Parent and Friends Association (APE). The APE, founded in 1976, is the school's governing body and legal representative under German law and acts as the employer of locally hired staff; its General Assembly meets once a year to elect a board of 6–10 voting members who oversee the school's finances and projects. The School Council (Schulkonferenz) is a tri-partite body with equal representation from the administration, parents, and teaching staff, and has 15 voting members; advisory participants include the General Consul and a representative of the Assemblée des Français de l'Étranger.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Lyce9e frane7ais international Simone Veil is located at Graf-Recke-Strasse 220, 40237 Düsseldorf, Germany. It comprises four stages: Maternelle (3
6 years), d4lementaire (6
11 years), Colle8ge (1114 years), and Lyce9e (14a318 years). French is the language of instruction for the curriculum and many subjects, following the French Ministry of Education, while German is taught as the host country language from early years and English is introduced from Moyenne Section; the AbiBac binational section links German-Abitur with the French Baccalaurat, and the European English and American International Sections are also offered. The school provides a secondary Library (CDI) and a Primary Library (BCD) with resources in French, German and English, online via E-sidoc; there are seven computer stations and a careers/guidance area. There is a preschool canteen on site.

Academic Facilities
Languages are central to the program, with bilingual teaching in German and English from early years; German language support and language-group options are available, and AbiBac binational, English European, and American International Sections are offered. The French language is taught entirely in French and follows the French Ministry of Education; FLSco supports newcomers to speak French and join the regular program. From AbiBac, students can pursue the binational AbiBac program combining the French bac with the German Abitur; the European English section offers English-language DNL courses in history and geography; the American International Section (SIA) provides cultural and language studies within the French curriculum. The secondary Library (CDI) provides resources aligned with the curriculum, French, German, and English literature, seven computer stations, and a careers/guidance area; the CDIsidoc online catalogue is accessible. The Primary School Library (BCD) is open to younger students with lending supervised by staff and parent volunteers.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Sports and other activities are central to LfiSV's program. The school runs a Sports Week each year to promote sporting activities across primary, secondary and high school. It offers about a dozen sports for competitions, including tennis, athletics, football, badminton, swimming, table tennis and basketball, with transport provided for events. The school participates through the sports association with UNSS, enabling participation in inter-school and regional competitions. Extracurricular sports (APS) are available for elementary students from 2:30 pm to 4 pm, and there is an APS catalog and registration system.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Curriculum follows the French Ministry of National Education and Youth from Maternelle to the Baccalauréat. A binational French-German AbiBac section enables students to obtain both the French baccalauréat and the German Abitur, while a European English section offers Baccalauréat options in English. The American International Section (SIA) prepares students for the Diplôme National du Brevet international option and the Baccalauréat Français International, with the European English section providing DNL courses in English. In 2024 the school reported a 100% pass rate at the Baccalauréat, and graduates go on to Grandes Écoles or international universities; the school hosts about 46 nationalities, reflecting its intercultural focus.

Arts & Creative
Students engage in cultural activities such as exhibitions, concerts, theatre performances, operas, film screenings and museum visits as part of school life. Extracurricular activities (APS) are led by highly qualified instructors and organized after school; day care on site includes arts and crafts as well as games and supervised study. These offerings cultivate imagination and talents while supporting well-being and social development.

Cultural & Language
German and English are taught alongside French from kindergarten; Spanish is offered from 4th grade and Latin from 5th grade. French language instruction follows the French national curriculum, with FLSco (French as a Language of Schooling) support for newcomers. Deutsch+ Elementary and Deutsch+ Collège integrate German into the curriculum; AbiBac binational studies enable simultaneous French bac and German Abitur; the English European section offers history and geography taught in English and the American International Section (SIA) provides bicultural instruction. English is introduced from the start of schooling, and the American and European English options culminate in the relevant bac mentions.

Social & Hobbies
After-school activities (APS) support socialization and personal development, with activities designed to develop imagination and new talents and to promote well-being. APS runs after school from 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm and involves qualified instructors; day care also offers relaxation, supervised study and a range of activities. These programs contribute to academic success and peer connections.

Community & Service
The school is part of the AEFE network, emphasizing multilingualism, openness and excellence; it welcomes around 46 nationalities and maintains inclusive education to meet diverse needs. Governance includes a Parents Association (APE), a Board of Governors and an Establishment Council, with all bodies contributing to school development. The ADN-AEFE exchange program offers opportunities for student exchanges within the AEFE network, and the school participates in AEFE-supported scholarships and partnerships; inclusive education and support services are provided for students with special educational needs.

Leadership & Professional
The leadership team includes Headmaster Philippe Kinder and Primary School Headteacher Claudine Chardon, supported by Administrative and Financial Director Michael Soprani-Dersch and other senior staff. The institution emphasizes active leadership, collaboration and continuous professional development among staff, with a focus on multilingualism, openness to cultures and developing students' autonomous learning and critical thinking. Governance and strategic planning are guided by the AEFE framework and school leadership.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school prioritizes living well together in a safe, caring environment, with kindness at the center of all activities. The After-school program and day care provide structured, restorative activities, relaxation and social opportunities to support physical and emotional well-being. The school fosters a sense of safety, compassion and teamwork to help students pursue their dreams.
Languages

Language Provision
German and English are taught from early years; German starts in Petite Section and English in Moyenne Section. French is taught entirely in French, with FLSco supporting non-French-speaking students. Additional languages offered include Spanish from 4th grade and Latin from 5th grade. Tracks include Deutsch + Elementary, Deutsch + Collège, AbiBac, English + Collège, Section européenne anglais, Section internationale américaine (SIA), and the BFI pathway.

Bilingual Teaching
German and English bilingual instruction is offered, with German starting in the Petite Section and English from the Moyenne Section. Non-French-speaking students can access support from the Moyenne Section via FLSco (Français Langue de Scolarisation). Languages offered include German, English, Spanish from 4th grade, and Latin from 5th grade. AbiBac, English + Collège, Section européenne anglais, and the Section internationale américaine (SIA) accompany the bilingual program.

Immersion Programs
Section Internationale Américaine (SIA) provides immersion in English and American culture, with cultural activities and exchanges. The program is designed for students seeking academic excellence and cultural immersion. It operates within the French national education system.
Reputation

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Admissions

Admissions
1. Register and/or re-enroll your child via our website and the Eduka platform. A place is guaranteed once the procedure is completed in accordance with the general terms and conditions, including submission of the required documents and payment of the registration fees. The admissions department verifies the submitted documents as part of the enrollment review.

2. Confirmation of enrolment and re-enrolment will be sent via the Eduka platform after verification by the admissions department. The admissions department reviews the submitted documents as part of the enrollment process. Enrollment status is communicated through Eduka, and you will receive a notification of the decision.

Scholarships
AEFE provides schooling assistance in the form of a grant to French children from families with insufficient resources to cover all or part of their school fees. This program is administered through the AEFE network.
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