Lycée Charlemagne

Lebanon, Jounieh

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The school at a glance

Instructs in Arabic, French, English

Fees LBP 35,000,000

Ages 0 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

Opened 1988

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum French Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum

Taught languages Arabic, French, English

Strengths Languages, STEM, Performing Arts

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies

Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form

Introduction

Located in Descente Mounir, Roumieh, El Metn, Lebanon, Lycée Charlemagne provides education from nursery through terminale for ages 0 to 18. The school uses a French curriculum complemented by a bespoke program that, from grade six onward, harmonizes the French and Lebanese systems to form a dual French-Lebanese curriculum. A parcours avenir supports students in planning higher education and career pathways, while enriching academic and extracurricular experiences develop transversal skills and a strong scientific culture. The institution emphasizes the values of Francophonie and offers a nurturing, family-like environment where well-being and each student's talents are fostered. The history begins in 1988 as Home of the Seven Dwarfs nursery, moving to Roumieh in 1997 and expanding to elementary, middle, and secondary by 2008–2009. The primary section was homologated by the French Ministry of Education in 2004–2005, Lycée Charlemagne's primary homologation followed in 2006, and Terminale achieved 100% success in 2011; Série S (science track) was approved in 2015. Arabic, French, and English are taught.

www.lyceecharlemagne.org

Descente Mounir, Roumieh, El Metn, Lebanon

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The Essentials

Location

Descente Mounir, Roumieh, El Metn, Lebanon. The Lycée Charlemagne Roumieh is located in Roumieh, in the Metn district. The campus includes a nursery named Home des 7 Nains and offers education from early childhood through secondary education.

Stages

Nursery through secondary education. The school provides preschool, elementary, middle school and high school programs, enabling a continuous educational path from early childhood to the final year of secondary education.

Country affiliation

Lebanon

Bus service

Autocar bus service operates on multiple routes serving Roumieh, Mar Elias; Kanabet Broumana; Broumana, Tilal Ain Saade, Beit Meri, Mrah Ghanem, Les Villettes; Bsalim, Nabeih, Bauchrieh, Jdeideh, Ain Saade, Mar Chaaya el Mazke, El Joura, Maska; Dekwaneh, Naccache, Antelias, Baabdat, Mansourieh, Jal el Dib, Zalka, Byout, Fanar, Daychounieh, Sfeile, Ouyoun, Ain Najem, Dora, Ain el Sindyeneh; Rabweh, Dbaye, Awkar, Daher el Sawan, Mar Moussa, El Hazmieh, Jisr el Basha, Horsh Tabet, Sin el Fil, Mar Roukoz, Mkalles, Bayada; Hazmieh, Ain el Remmaneh, Furn el Chebbak, Achrafieh; Dlaybeh. Prices shown per route: Roumieh/Mar Elias USD 550 round trip (USD 425 one-way); Kanabet Broumana USD 650 (USD 500); Bsalim/Nabeih/Bauchrieh/Jdeideh/Ain Saade/Mar Chaaya el Mazke/El Joura/Maska USD 750 (USD 580); Dekwaneh/Naccache/Antelias/Baabdat/Mansourieh/Jal el Dib/Zalka/Byout/Fanar/Daychounieh/Sfeile/Ouyoun/Ain Najem/Dora/Ain el Sindyeneh USD 850 (USD 730); Rabweh/Dbaye/Awkar/Daher el Sawan/Mar Moussa/El Hazmieh/Jisr el Basha/Horsh Tabet/Sin el Fil/Mar Roukoz/Mkalles/Bayada USD 950 (USD 730); Hazmieh/Ain el Remmaneh/Furn el Chebbak/Achrafieh USD 1050 (USD 810); Dlaybeh USD 1000 (USD 750).

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Fees

Application fees
- USD 200 (non‑refundable) — application / dossier opening fee; payable in fresh USD.
- Registration deposit payable at the time of inscription: LBP 10,000,000 and USD 300. This deposit is refunded at the end of the first trimester.

Tuition fees (by year group) — annual amount and three installment schedule
For the 2025–2026 schedule (annual amount shown first in USD and LBP, then the 1st, 2nd and 3rd installment amounts in USD and LBP):
- Petite Section / Petit Jardin: Annual USD 2,100; LBP 35,000,000. 1st installment USD 1,100 & LBP 15,000,000; 2nd installment USD 800 & LBP 10,000,000; 3rd installment USD 200 & LBP 10,000,000.
- Moyenne Section / Grand Jardin: Annual USD 2,100; LBP 35,000,000. 1st USD 1,100 & LBP 15,000,000; 2nd USD 800 & LBP 10,000,000; 3rd USD 200 & LBP 10,000,000.
- Grande Section / 12ème: Annual USD 2,100; LBP 35,000,000. 1st USD 1,100 & LBP 15,000,000; 2nd USD 800 & LBP 10,000,000; 3rd USD 200 & LBP 10,000,000.
- CP / 11ème: Annual USD 2,300; LBP 35,000,000. 1st USD 1,100 & LBP 15,000,000; 2nd USD 800 & LBP 10,000,000; 3rd USD 400 & LBP 10,000,000.
- CE1 / 10ème: Annual USD 2,300; LBP 35,000,000. 1st USD 1,100 & LBP 15,000,000; 2nd USD 800 & LBP 10,000,000; 3rd USD 400 & LBP 10,000,000.
- CE2 / 9ème: Annual USD 2,300; LBP 35,000,000. 1st USD 1,100 & LBP 15,000,000; 2nd USD 800 & LBP 10,000,000; 3rd USD 400 & LBP 10,000,000.
- CM1 / 8ème: Annual USD 2,400; LBP 35,000,000. 1st USD 1,100 & LBP 15,000,000; 2nd USD 800 & LBP 10,000,000; 3rd USD 500 & LBP 10,000,000.
- CM2 / 7ème: Annual USD 2,400; LBP 35,000,000. 1st USD 1,100 & LBP 15,000,000; 2nd USD 800 & LBP 10,000,000; 3rd USD 500 & LBP 10,000,000.
- 6ème: Annual USD 2,400; LBP 35,000,000. 1st USD 1,100 & LBP 15,000,000; 2nd USD 800 & LBP 10,000,000; 3rd USD 500 & LBP 10,000,000.
- 5ème: Annual USD 2,500; LBP 35,000,000. 1st USD 1,100 & LBP 15,000,000; 2nd USD 800 & LBP 10,000,000; 3rd USD 600 & LBP 10,000,000.
- 4ème: Annual USD 2,500; LBP 35,000,000. 1st USD 1,100 & LBP 15,000,000; 2nd USD 800 & LBP 10,000,000; 3rd USD 600 & LBP 10,000,000.
- 3ème: Annual USD 2,500; LBP 35,000,000. 1st USD 1,100 & LBP 15,000,000; 2nd USD 800 & LBP 10,000,000; 3rd USD 600 & LBP 10,000,000.
- Seconde: Annual USD 2,600; LBP 35,000,000. 1st USD 1,100 & LBP 15,000,000; 2nd USD 800 & LBP 10,000,000; 3rd USD 700 & LBP 10,000,000.
- Première (Bac Libanais): Annual USD 2,600; LBP 35,000,000. 1st USD 1,100 & LBP 15,000,000; 2nd USD 800 & LBP 10,000,000; 3rd USD 700 & LBP 10,000,000.
- Terminale (Bac Libanais): Annual USD 2,600; LBP 35,000,000. 1st USD 1,100 & LBP 15,000,000; 2nd USD 800 & LBP 10,000,000; 3rd USD 700 & LBP 10,000,000.
- Première (Bac Français): Annual USD 2,600; LBP 35,000,000. 1st USD 1,100 & LBP 15,000,000; 2nd USD 800 & LBP 10,000,000; 3rd USD 700 & LBP 10,000,000.
- Terminale (Bac Français): Annual USD 2,600; LBP 35,000,000. 1st USD 1,100 & LBP 15,000,000; 2nd USD 800 & LBP 10,000,000; 3rd USD 700 & LBP 10,000,000.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is billed for the full academic year and may be paid in three scheduled installments (1st, 2nd and 3rd installments shown above). The first installment must be paid before the start of the school year (beginning of September). Parents undertaking registration are contractually committed to pay the full year's tuition and any transport charges for the year. The school reserves the right to take measures for nonpayment.

Boarding fees
- Boarding / residential accommodation is not listed among the school's services; no boarding fees are published. Day services (school, garderie) and transport are provided.

Other costs and fees
- School transport (autocar) — annual round‑trip and one‑way rates (examples from the published routes): USD 550 (round‑trip) / USD 425 (one‑way) for Roumieh–Mar Elias; USD 650 / USD 500 for Kanabet Broumana route; USD 750 / USD 580 for Bsalim/Nabeih/Bauchrieh route; USD 850 / USD 655 for Dekwaneh/Naccache/Antelias route; USD 950 / USD 730 for Rabweh/Dbaye/Awkar route; USD 1,050 / USD 810 for Hazmieh/Achrafieh route. Routes and prices vary by area.
- Meals (gouter + déjeuner): for nursery and early years (Petite Section, Moyenne, Grande Section up to 12ème) the charge is USD 100 per month or USD 300 per trimester where applicable; many higher grades show no meal charge.
- Garderie / Pouponnière (daycare / infant care): LBP 5,000,000 + USD 300 per month.
- Service médical, fournitures, assurance et dossier: USD 120 per year.
- Uniform: purchase of the school uniform is required (uniform is imposed from the 2023–2024 year), but no uniform price is published.

Refund information
- The USD 200 dossier/application fee is non‑refundable. The registration deposit of LBP 10,000,000 plus USD 300 paid at inscription is refundable at the end of the first trimester. No other general refund amounts or schedules are published.

Fee payment options and currencies
- Fees and installment lines are published in both USD and Lebanese pounds (LBP). Certain fees are explicitly required in fresh USD. Registration and initial payments are handled at the school secretariat (in person or as instructed upon application). No explicit online payment methods (credit card, specific bank transfer instructions) are published in the fee documents and regulations.

Academics

Curriculum

From the 6th grade onward, Lyce9e Charlemagne provides a dual French-Lebanese curriculum by harmonizing the French and Lebanese programs. The curriculum is complemented by the parcours avenir and enriching academic and extracurricular experiences to develop transversal skills and a strong scientific culture, preparing students for ambitious higher education.

Higher Education Progression

From the 6th grade onward, the school guides each student in building their future plans. The parcours avenir provides ongoing guidance, while the French and Lebanese programs are harmonized to support a coherent path to higher education. Enriching academic and extracurricular experiences help students develop transversal skills and a strong scientific culture, preparing them for ambitious higher education.

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Admissions

1. General steps of the enrollment procedure: The application form can be filled online or downloaded via LYCEE-CHARLEMAGNE_Demande-Inscription_2026-2027.pdf. The dossier must be submitted in person at the Lycée Charlemagne secretariat in Roumieh, or transmitted by email to administration@lyceecharlemagne.org. Required documents include the child's civil-status form and copy; four passport photos; health booklet (vaccinations included); school reports for the last two years (for levels above Petite Section); civil-status extract (original) or identity card; two passport photos; medical form (+ medical report); passport copy for foreign nationals; a certified attestation from the Ministry of Education in Baabda and the transcript of the previous school (from Grande Section to Première); Lebanese brevet results for Seconde and Première; any definitive admission for classes CP to 2nde will be preceded by an evaluation test; for maternelle, an interview will precede definitive admission. C. Opening dossier fee: 200 USD non-refundable (in “fresh dollars”); pay 10 million L.L. and 300 USD at enrollment (which will be refunded in the first term). 2. Interview with the Direction: Presence of both parents and the child is mandatory; the interview includes an assessment of the families' motivation. 3. Response from the Lycée: Families will receive a response by email or phone; admissions are accepted within the limit of places available. 4. Specific cases: Siblings of students already enrolled are automatically admitted. Children enrolled at the nursery “Home des 7 Nains” are automatically admitted to Petite Section. Documents utiles: Enrollment form (to fill online or download below). For any questions contact the Lycée Charlemagne secretariat in Roumieh: +961 4 873667, +961 4 873664, +961 71 536766.

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FAQs

Where is Lycée Charlemagne located and what levels does it serve?

Lycée Charlemagne is in Descente Mounir, Roumieh, El Metn, Lebanon. It serves from nursery through secondary education, including a on-site nursery called Home des 7 Nains. The campus supports education from early childhood up to the final year of secondary education and was established in 1988.

What curriculum does the school use from the 6th grade onward?

From the 6th grade onward, it offers a dual French-Lebanese curriculum that harmonizes the French and Lebanese programs. The parcours avenir supports students with ongoing guidance to prepare for higher education.

Is Lycée Charlemagne a co-educational school and when was it founded?

Yes, Lycée Charlemagne is co-educational. It opened in 1988 and has grown from a nursery to include elementary, middle, and secondary levels.

Who is the head of Lycée Charlemagne?

The head of school is Antoine El Chaer. He leads the school in Roumieh and oversees its bilingual French-Lebanese program.

What are the application and registration fees?

The application/dossier fee is USD 200 and non-refundable. A registration deposit of 10,000,000 Lebanese pounds plus USD 300 is due at inscription and is refunded at the end of the first term.

How is tuition billed and what are the payment terms?

Tuition is billed for the full academic year and can be paid in three installments. The first installment is due before the start of the school year (in September). The school reserves the right to take measures for nonpayment.

Are siblings automatically admitted or nursery entrants automatically enrolled?

Yes. Siblings of students already enrolled are automatically admitted, and children enrolled in the nursery are automatically admitted to Petite Section.

What curriculum details support higher education at Lycée Charlemagne?

The school combines a dual French-Lebanese curriculum with the parcours avenir to guide students. This approach, along with enriched academic and extracurricular experiences, aims to prepare students for ambitious higher education.

How does Lycée Charlemagne prepare students for higher education?

Ongoing guidance through the parcours avenir helps students plan their future path. The harmonized French-Lebanese programs support a coherent progression toward tertiary studies, with a strong emphasis on science culture.

Are there notable milestones in the school's academic history (homologations, 100% Terminale, etc.)?

Yes. The primary level was homologated by the French Ministry of Education in 2004–2005, and the school achieved primary-level homologation in 2006. The first Terminale promotion achieved 100% success in June 2011, and the Série S (science track) homologation occurred in 2015.

What levels does the Lycée Charlemagne campus support and is there a on-site nursery?

The campus supports education from maternelle (preschool) through Terminale (high school) and includes a nursery on site called Home des 7 Nains.

Are there any published details about academic facilities or campus features?

The school provides education across all levels and has historical French Ministry homologations. Specific facilities such as labs or sports complexes are not detailed in the available information.

What extracurricular activities or clubs are mentioned?

The school hosts events like the Petit Prince event for younger students and has achieved recognition in a 3D Modelling and Animation competition at Notre Dame University Louaizeh. A socio-cultural activities committee coordinates community events.

Are there leadership or community service opportunities at the school?

The school emphasizes wellbeing and Francophone values and maintains committees that coordinate community events, which can provide leadership opportunities within the school community.

How does Lycée Charlemagne approach wellbeing and safeguarding?

The school describes itself as an educational family where the wellbeing and success of every student are central. Specific safeguarding and wellbeing programs are not detailed in the available information.

Are there SEN or EAL support services provided?

Specific SEN or EAL support details are not provided in the available information; the general wellbeing-focused ethos applies to all students.

Is there a school uniform and is boarding offered?

A school uniform is required, with purchase mandated from the 2023–2024 year. Boarding or residential accommodation is not listed among the school's services; the school provides day services and transport.

Is there a house system or a governance structure mentioned?

There is no information provided about a house system. The school does have committees and an active alumni network, but formal governance details are not specified.

Is Lycée Charlemagne accredited or homologated by the French Ministry of Education?

Yes. The primary level was homologated in 2004–2005, the school was homologated at the primary level in 2006, and the Série S (science track) homologation occurred in 2015.

Has the school earned notable awards or milestones?

One notable milestone is the 100% success of the Terminale promotion in 2011. Other awards are not listed in the available information.

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