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EFIP - French International School of Pristina

Kosovo, Pristina

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The school at a glance
Instructs in French, English, Albanian
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2016
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum French Curriculum
Taught languages French, English, Albanian, Spanish, German
Strengths Languages, Academic Enrichment, Performing Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction

EFIP, the French International School of Prishtina, is a private, secular campus in Matiçan that serves students from age 3 to 18. It is part of the AEFE network and holds dual accreditation from the education ministries of France and Kosovo, reflecting its Francophone curriculum and governance. The school follows the official French curriculum, with CNED materials used in secondary grades to lead to the French Baccalaureate, and it opened its High School level in 2024 (Grades 10-12). In primary school, students choose one of two language tracks: English plus Albanian, or Albanian plus English, with language-centered instruction in grammar, spelling, and portions of mathematics. From Grade 7 a third language - Spanish or German - begins. EFIP emphasizes multilingualism through a library in French, English, and Albanian and a supportive FLSco program for non-French speakers. Facilities span over 1,000 m2, with dedicated zones for each school level, a canteen, daycare, and minibus transport options.

62, Sokol Sopi St, Matiçan (Matiçan / Prishtina), Prishtina, Kosovo

The Essentials

EFIP - French International School of Pristina has instruction in French, English, Albanian.

Location
EFIP is located at 62, rue Sokol Sopi, Matiçan, Pristina, Kosovo. Located in the Matiçan area of Pristina, Kosovo. Accessible via local roads in Pristina. EFIP is part of the AEFE French education network.

Stages
From preschool to high school. The school comprises Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, and High School.

Type
Private and secular French international school (AEFE-network).

Pupil Nationality Mix
More than 30 nationalities represented; international student body.

Additional learning support
Dedicated French as Language of Schooling (FLSco) program for non-French-speaking students, including intensive French language classes and personalized support to integrate into the regular curriculum.

Country affiliation
France and Kosovo (dual accreditation by the education ministries of France and Kosovo).

Religious affiliation
Secular.

School day structure
Daycare: 8:00–8:30; School: 8:30–15:30; Afternoon daycare: 15:45–17:30.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
A school canteen offers balanced meals.

Governance and Ownership
The school is private and secular. It is an AEFE Partner School within the Agency for French Education Abroad network. The school is accredited by the French Ministry of Education and by the Kosovo Ministry of Education for up to Grade 5; from Grade 6 onward the official French curriculum is followed using CNED materials, and evaluations are sent to France for correction.
Fees
Application / Registration fee

- The school requires an initial registration fee (first registration fee) to confirm admission. This registration fee is not refundable in the event of withdrawal.
- Early-registration discounts on the registration fee are applied when registration is completed by the published early deadline (example: registrations completed by 30 April 2025 received a discount of -25% for the first child and -40% for the second child).

Tuition fees by year group (overview and categories)

- Tuition fee amounts are set by school level and by family situation. The school operates three fee categories: Kosovar families, French families, and families whose fees are partially or fully covered by an employer. Exact tuition amounts by year group or term are not published in the public material available.
- Tuition varies by education level: nursery/kindergarten, primary (elementary), middle school, and high school. CNED-supported secondary education and the French curriculum apply at the middle and high school levels.
- Sibling discounts are applied to school fees: 2nd child -15%; 3rd child -20%; 4th child -20%. These reductions apply to school tuition (the reduction is applied to the youngest child) and do not apply to employer-funded tuition.

Per-term / per-year amounts

- Specific per-term or per-year numeric tuition figures for the 2026/27 academic year (and for 2025/26 where 2026/27 figures are not available) are not published in the publicly available admissions or services materials; therefore per-term and per-year amounts cannot be provided here. The school states that tuition rates depend on grade level and family fee category.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Admission is confirmed after payment of the first registration fee; final registration is confirmed by the school by email within seven days of that payment. The first registration fee is non-refundable on withdrawal.
- No public, detailed billing schedule (for example: termly installments, quarterly billing dates, or deadlines for full-year vs. installment payments) is published in the available admissions or services information. Tuition billing frequency and late-payment penalties, if any, are not specified in the public materials.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not listed among the school services. EFIP operates as a day school offering transportation, canteen, nursery and before/after-school daycare; therefore boarding/internat fees are not applicable.

Other costs and optional fees

- School transportation: minibus transport is available through a partner provider; pricing is tailored based on distance and number of students and is charged separately from tuition. Registration for transport is required.
- School canteen (lunch): canteen service is available for all students; meal participation and pricing are optional and charged separately from tuition. Registration for canteen service is required.
- Before- and after-school daycare: offered (morning and afternoon); the school notes the service is open to all students. Any specific fees for daycare are not published in the available materials.
- Extracurricular clubs and holiday camps: activities and clubs are available; registration and separate pricing apply. Specific per-activity fees are not published in the available materials.
- Uniform: no mandatory uniform fee or uniform cost schedule is published in the public materials; uniform requirements and related costs are not specified in the available admissions/services information.
- Examination, registration, materials or specific activity fees (other than the non-refundable initial registration fee) are not listed with public amounts; any such fees that may apply are handled according to the school's internal billing policies.

Refund information

- The school states explicitly that the first registration fee is not refundable in the event of withdrawal. No additional publicly stated refund policy for tuition or optional services is published in the available admissions or services materials.

Fee payment options

- The available public materials do not specify accepted payment methods (for example bank transfer, local currency, international transfer, credit card, or online payment portals). Payment methods and banking details are not published in the admissions or services pages that are publicly available.

Summary for parents

- An initial, non-refundable registration fee is required to confirm a place. Early-registration discounts on that registration fee have been applied in past published enrollment cycles. Tuition rates differ by year group and by family category (Kosovar, French, employer-funded) and sibling discounts apply. Optional services (transport, canteen, daycare, clubs) are charged separately. Specific numeric tuition amounts (per term or per year), detailed billing schedules, and published payment-method instructions are not publicly available in the school's admissions and services materials; these items are set by the school and provided directly at enrollment.

- Key referenced school statements used to prepare this fees overview: admissions and FAQ material describing registration fee policy, fee categories and sibling discounts; the services material describing transport, canteen, nursery and daycare.
Academics

EFIP - French International School of Pristina teaches French Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
EFIP enriches French education with strong English and Albanian programs from kindergarten. In primary school, students follow one of two language tracks: 7 hours of English and 3 of Albanian, or the reverse, with grammar, spelling, and portions of mathematics taught in the language of instruction. In middle and high school, a third language (Spanish or German) begins in Grade 7; the secondary curriculum uses CNED materials to align with the official French curriculum and leads to the French Baccalaureate.

Student Teacher Ratio
Small class sizes with individualized attention.

Exam Results
100% success and strong academic results in national and international benchmarks.

Higher Education Progression
Holds the French Baccalaureate Diploma, globally recognized and supporting progression to higher education worldwide.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
A caring and supportive environment helps students grow with confidence and develop a lifelong love of learning.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Small class sizes provide individualized attention and a learning experience adapted to different strengths, rhythms, and needs.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school teaches in French, English and Albanian.
Parent Experience

History
EFIP was created in 2016 with the support of the French Embassy in Kosovo. It is a private and secular school located in Pristina, Matiçan. The campus spans more than 1000 m2 and houses the nursery, elementary, middle, and high school in distinct areas of the building. EFIP is part of the AEFE network (Agency for French Education Abroad). In September 2024, EFIP opened the High School level (Grades 10-12), and the High School leads to the French Baccalaureate.

Community
EFIP promotes a caring and inclusive school community. The school emphasizes a secular, multilingual, and intercultural framework with French language and culture integrated into the curriculum. Staff actively participate in school life, leading clubs, organizing cultural events, and fostering strong student–teacher–family connections. Recent community events include a school trip to Ulcinj, Montenegro (May 29, 2026); Reading Champions (February 4, 2026); and the End-of-Year Show (January 8, 2026).
Facilities

Facilities Overview
EFIP is on a campus of more than 1,000 m2 in Matiçan, Pristina. It houses the nursery, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School and High School in distinct areas of the building, each with well-equipped classrooms. The campus was created in 2016 with the support of the French Embassy in Kosovo. EFIP is private and secular and is part of the AEFE network. The school features a multilingual library with resources in French, English, and Albanian.

Academic Facilities
EFIP's campus serves nursery through High School in dedicated areas with well-equipped classrooms. In secondary education, CNED materials are used to ensure continuity with the official French curriculum and to lead to the French Baccalaureate. The multilingual education includes French, English, and Albanian; in primary school students follow two language tracks, and from Grade 7 a third language (Spanish or German) begins. Small class sizes provide individualized attention. The High School opened in September 2024, enabling the French Baccalaureate; the library provides a multilingual collection in French, English, and Albanian, with borrowing and e-readers used in middle and high school.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Swimming lessons are offered as an extracurricular activity in partnership with Step Sport Center. Reading initiatives include Les Petits champions de la lecture (reading aloud competition) and other reading-related events. EFIP hosts the End-of-Year Show as a school event. The school also organizes trips, such as a trip to Ulcinj, Montenegro, in 2026.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Programming & Digital Literacy is offered as an after-school club in coordination with LOGISCOOL. Reading Club is offered after school. Reading Aloud activities include Grades 4 and 5 participating in the Les Petits Champions de la Lecture.

Arts & Creative
Theater Club is offered after school. The End-of-Year Show features performances such as acrobatics and poetry. After-school clubs include Reading Club and Theater Club.

Cultural & Language
The school promotes the French language and culture within a secular, multilingual, and intercultural framework. EFIP is part of the AEFE network. A French as a Language of Schooling (FLSco) program supports non-French-speaking students. Starting in Grade 7, students begin learning a third language—Spanish or German.

Social & Hobbies
After-school clubs include Football, Swimming, Gymnastics, Reading Club, Theater Club, Basketball, and Taekwondo. These clubs are offered after the school day and may change from year to year. The school collaborates with STEP Sports Center for Swimming and with OMNISPORT Center for Gymnastics.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
A school canteen provides meals. Daycare is available before and after the school day. Minibus transportation is available. Sporting and cultural activities are offered within the school and in cooperation with sports clubs in Pristina.
Languages

Language Provision
Languages taught are French, English, and Albanian as part of a multilingual curriculum. French is the language of instruction and is central to the school's program. English and Albanian are taught from kindergarten as part of the multilingual program. The school serves learners from nursery through high school.

Bilingual Teaching
The school offers multilingual education in French, English, and Albanian. French forms the core of instruction, aligned with the French education system. English and Albanian are taught from kindergarten as part of the multilingual program.
Reputation

Awards
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Accreditations
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Admissions

Admissions
EFIP welcomes students of all nationalities in accordance with the Agency for French Education Abroad (AEFE) guidelines and the regulations governing French schools abroad. The school is accredited by the French Ministry of Education and the Kosovar Ministry of Education, ensuring a high-quality education recognized internationally. Registrations for the 2025/2026 school year begin in March 2025. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and registrations are subject to availability. Registrations completed by April 30, 2025 will receive a discount on the first registration fees (-25% for the first child and -40% for the second child). Preschool and Elementary (up to Grade 5) are open to all students, with no prior knowledge of French required. Middle and High School students follow the official French curriculum, with courses supported by CNED. Admission may require a language proficiency assessment. Required documents for enrollment include: (1) child's identity document or passport for foreign citizens; (2) certificate of withdrawal from the previous school; (3) copy of vaccination record; (4) school record book; (5) parents' identity document or passport for foreign citizens; (6) proof of individual accident and health insurance in Kosovo. Share your interest by completing the application to let EFIP know you are interested. Pedagogical interview will be scheduled within 5 working days. Admission decision is communicated by email within 2–3 days after the admissions committee; additional documents may be requested. After admission is confirmed, the first registration fee is payable; in case of withdrawal, the first registration fee will not be refunded. The final registration will be confirmed by email within 7 days of payment. A school visit can be arranged. For contact, call +383 49 19 49 02 or email info@efip-edu.org.

Scholarships
EFIP does not offer scholarships. Financial aid may be available through the Embassy of France in Kosovo. To apply for a school scholarship, the child must meet the following criteria: be a French national, reside with their family in Kosovo, be at least 3 years old in the calendar year of the school year, and be registered with the French Embassy in Kosovo. The amount awarded depends on the family's financial resources and assets. For details on eligibility, deadlines, and procedures, visit the Embassy of France in Kosovo's site. Scholarships for 2026-2027 are posted in two phases: the first phase required scholarship applications to be submitted by the end of February 2026; the second phase will open in a subsequent period (to be announced).
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