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Lycée Michel Lucius International Secondary School

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 14 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Part of
Lycée Michel Lucius International School
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages French, German, Spanish, Mandarin
Strengths Performing Arts, STEM, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies, Community and Service
Stages Secondary School
Introduction

Located in central Luxembourg City, Lycée Michel Lucius International School is a state-funded institution with a 50-year history that now offers an English-language Cambridge curriculum alongside a French-language secondary track. The primary section, established in 2017, serves around 1,500 students from more than 70 nationalities, supported by over 150 teachers. The school provides Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary, iGCSEs and AS/A Levels, preparing students for university study with internationally recognised qualifications. An English-language stream launched in 2011 complements Luxembourg's local system and is fully accredited by Cambridge Assessment International Education. The school also offers a French-language track in the Enseignement Secondaire Général, with lower and upper strands including sections such as health sciences, music production and social sciences. Facilities include classrooms, library facilities, a sensory room, a psychomotricity space and a Nurture Group. An extracurricular programme features arts production and clubs, including the Duke of Edinburgh Award and Fair Trade initiatives.

This campus is part of Lycée Michel Lucius International School

157 Av. Pasteur, 2311 Limpertsberg Luxembourg

The Essentials

Lycée Michel Lucius International Secondary School has instruction in English.

Location
Two campuses in Luxembourg City: International Primary School at 1, avenue Sax, L-2515 Luxembourg, and International Secondary School at 157, avenue Pasteur, L-2311 Luxembourg. The campuses are part of Lycée Michel Lucius – International School. The school serves both local and international families.

Stages
Three levels: International Primary School; International Secondary School; Enseignement Secondaire Général (General Secondary Education).

Type
State-funded international school offering primary and secondary education with Cambridge curriculum (Lower secondary, iGCSEs, AS/A-levels) and ESG general secondary education.

Additional learning support
Inclusive education with a graduated approach to support learners with additional educational needs; Learning Support (ESEB) is a multi-disciplinary department.

Country affiliation
Luxembourg.

School day structure
Gates open at 7:50 in the morning; lessons start at 8:00; lunch arrangements include a school-based option.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
The school is a state-funded secondary school located in the heart of Luxembourg's capital.
Fees
Overview (2025/26)

- Lycée Michel Lucius (LML) is a state-funded public international school in Luxembourg; it does not charge tuition fees for enrolled pupils.

Application fees

- There is no tuition or enrolment fee charged for attending the school. Applications are submitted via the school's online admissions process and require the specified documentation for processing.

Tuition fees by school year (annual and per term)

- All year groups: EUR 0 per year (no tuition).
- All year groups: EUR 0 per term (no tuition).

- Kindergarten (K3): EUR 0 per year / EUR 0 per term.
- Grade 1 (Year 1) through Grade 12 (Year 13): EUR 0 per year / EUR 0 per term for each year group.

Billing schedule and payment terms (tuition)

- Because the school is state-funded and charges no tuition, there is no tuition billing schedule or tuition payment plan for families.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not provided as part of Lycée Michel Lucius; boarding fees are not applicable.

Other costs or fees (examples that may apply to families)

- While there is no tuition, families may still be liable for certain individual, optional or externally administered costs; these items are charged only when relevant and are not part of a tuition schedule:
- Cambridge / IGCSE / AS‑A Level examination registration fees (charged by examination boards or centres).
- School meals / canteen charges where used by the family (canteen services in schools are typically billed separately).
- Costs for school trips, transport (where applicable), specific consumable materials, textbooks not covered by the state, extracurricular activities, and any optional private services.
- School uniform: no mandatory uniform requirement is published for the international section.

Refund information (tuition)

- There are no tuition fees to refund for enrolment or attendance. For any paid optional services or external exam fees, refund and cancellation conditions depend on the specific service provider or examination centre and are applied according to those service-specific policies.

Fee payment options

- There are no tuition payments required. Payment methods for any charged optional services (exam registrations, canteen meals, trips, etc.) are determined by the entity billing that service and will be communicated at the time the charge is issued.

Notes

- The figures above reflect that Lycée Michel Lucius functions as a state-funded public school; therefore no tuition fees apply to enrolled pupils.
Academics

Lycée Michel Lucius International Secondary School teaches Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 14 to 18.

Curriculum
International Primary School has six years (starting in year 1 at age 6) with Cambridge Primary core subjects and foundation subjects linking Luxembourg through an international lens. International Secondary School offers Cambridge Lower Secondary, Cambridge iGCSEs, and Cambridge AS‑A levels. Enseignement Secondaire Général provides a French-language track with lower (7G–5G) and upper (4GCM–1GCM; 4GIG–1GIG; 4GPS–3GPS; 4GSN–1GSN; 4GSO/2GSO; 4GPM; 4GSH) strands, including new sections such as health sciences, music production and social sciences. In 2011 the international English-language curriculum was launched, and the school is fully accredited by Cambridge Assessment International Education. The Curriculum Structure emphasizes a coherent, internationally standardised programme with international qualifications at the end of each stage, preparing students for university studies.

Higher Education Progression
This two-year programme equips the students for university studies.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Student wellbeing is at the heart of ISML's work. Personal, social and emotional development is crucial for active learning, and the pastoral dimension involves all students and staff to create a positive academic and social climate where learners feel safe, happy and competent. The school uses trauma-sensitive approaches and values social-emotional competence alongside academics. Initiatives include Student Council, school newspaper, garden projects, digital citizenship training, nurture practices, restorative approaches, relationship and sex education (RSE), after-school activities, community projects and diversity awareness. KiVA is embedded in a whole-school approach to prevent bullying, with trained practitioners overseeing implementation, and Positive Discipline supports the teaching of social-emotional skills across classrooms. The setting also provides a sensory room, psychomotricity and nurture groups to support wellbeing.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
ISML provides inclusive education for all learners and uses a graduated approach to support students with additional educational needs. The ESEB (multi-disciplinary Learning Support team) focuses on psychological, social and educational wellbeing, promoting whole-school health, inclusion and social equality. Identification and provision are coordinated through a whole-school process involving homeroom teachers, the learner, parents and appropriate outside professionals. The CIS (Commission d9inclusion scolaire) guides recommendations for additional support, and the school collaborates with external partners when needed. The Inclusion Policy and the Pastoral Care Policy direct practice.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
ISML offers an international English-language curriculum launched in 2011 to serve students with English as a first or second language. The school is fully accredited by Cambridge Assessment International Education and welcomes students from around the world. There is a multilingual approach with English as language of instruction in non-language subjects, and a coherent structure culminating in Cambridge qualifications (GCSEs and A-levels). Entry requirements include English assessment to ensure access to the English-language program.

Mental Wellbeing
The SePAS team provides targeted psycho-social support, addressing questions about school career, personal matters, psychological and pedagogical issues and social issues. The team includes a psychologist and two social workers and is available daily from early morning until late afternoon. Pastoral care emphasizes mental wellbeing, whole-school health and wellbeing, and trauma-sensitive practices, complemented by wellbeing-focused provisions such as nurture groups, sensory resources and KiVA anti-bullying components.

Safeguarding
ISML follows safeguarding and child-protection practices through its Inclusion Policy and Pastoral Care Policy, with CIS oversight for additional support decisions. The SePAS team provides safeguarding-focused support, and external partnerships are engaged when needed. The school maintains EAL staff support and fosters a safe, inclusive environment through its anti-bullying and wellbeing initiatives.
Parent Experience

History
The school is a state-funded secondary school in central Luxembourg City with over fifty years of operation. A Luxembourgish curriculum was taught for many years, leading to the Diplôme de fin d'études secondaires (1er ES). In response to Luxembourg's evolving, cosmopolitan population, Lycée Michel Lucius created an English-language international stream in 2011, which grew into Lycée│International School Michel Lucius serving students from over 70 nationalities. The International School now offers an English-language curriculum leading to IGCSE qualifications and A-Levels, while remaining integrated with the wider school. In 2017, the International School opened a primary section, initially in Belair and later moving to Limpertsberg, near the secondary campus. The school now has over 1,500 students and more than 150 teaching staff.

Community
The school has a Diversity Charter to create an inclusive environment where people from around the world feel welcome. It commits to respecting all members of the school community regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, ability, age, sexual orientation or identity. It aims to create a welcoming environment, embrace and promote diversity, and respect others' beliefs. It also commits to standing up against disrespectful behaviour and to learning from incidents when they occur.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parents' Committee represents the parents of pupils to the administration and to the committees formed by teachers and students. It informs parents of pupils on all matters related to teaching in the school. It organizes cultural and social activities and formulates proposals concerning the organization of teaching and pupil work. Composition includes Claudia Colantonio (President); Michel Krim (Vice-President and Treasurer); Ricky Wohl (Secretary); Corrado Branca; Yuka Sasaki; Pascale Hastert; Caroline Camisuli; Hasan Gödekoglu; Dilek Gödekoglu; Ekaterina Archipova; Stella Hristova; Ghislaine Nganso. The Parents' Committee can be contacted via its president at ape@edu.lml.lu.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Facilities include Classroom-1 and Classroom-2 learning spaces, a Library, and a Computer facility. There is a Sensory Room, a Psychomotricity space, and a Nurture Group to support student well-being and learning. The premises serve dedicated spaces for primary and secondary learning. These spaces provide a practical overview of the school's on-site facilities.

Academic Facilities
Classroom-1 and Classroom-2 provide teaching spaces. There is a Library for research and reading. Computer facilities support digital learning. The premises also include a Sensory Room, a Psychomotricity space, and a Nurture Group to support diverse learners.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extracurricular activities are offered in addition to formal learning. An Extracurricular Activities Brochure outlines a wide array of after-school activities. Jugendtreff is a space to gather and participate in activities such as filming with camera equipment and greenscreen. Room 6100 houses a laser cutting machine, a sewing machine, and a 3D printer. After-school activities are coordinated; for details contact Elisa Mura.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
International Cambridge Curriculum – Overview. In 2011 Lyce9e Michel Lucius launched international classes taught in English and is a fully accredited Cambridge Assessment International Education school. Our ethos is to foster international mindedness in a nurturing, academically challenging environment and to offer a wide, flexible range of subjects that support integration into Luxembourg7s society and language development. The curriculum follows Cambridge standards and leads to internationally recognised qualifications, with lower secondary (Key Stage 3) preparing for the International GCSE and upper secondary (Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5) leading to AS/A-levels, with possible equivalence to Luxembourge2s diplf4me de fin de9tudes secondaires. Entry requirements include English-language assessment for each IEC year group.

Arts & Creative
Section Production musicale: In the pathway from 4e GPM to 1re GPM you discover how to produce music and mix live in concerts. You learn about the institutions and professions in the music and culture sector and the basics of music theory in a practical way, together with key mathematical and physical concepts relevant to music. The section is practice-oriented, with opportunities to collaborate on projects in the music industry, and no prior music experience is required to enroll. More information: COMING SOON.

Cultural & Language
International Cambridge Curriculum – Overview. In 2011 Lyce9e Michel Lucius launched international English-language classes and is a fully accredited Cambridge Assessment International Education school. We foster international mindedness in a nurturing, academically challenging environment and offer a wide and flexible range of subjects. We provide an inclusive environment where students from around the world feel at home and support their integration into Luxembourge2s society by developing language skills and ensuring they are part of the whole school community. Entry requirements include English-language assessment to determine suitability for each IEC year group.

Social & Hobbies
More than school extracurricular activities: In addition to formal learning, a range of extracurricular activities are offered. Participation helps students discover interests and talents, supports learning, encourages effort and responsibility, and develops creativity, autonomy, self-esteem and sense of community. After-school activities include an Extracurricular Activities Brochure with a wide array of activities to suit every interest. Jugendtreff provides a space to hang out and take part in activities such as table soccer, darts or board games, and to produce films using camera equipment and greenscreen; there is also a room with a laser cutting machine, a sewing machine, a 3D printer and more.

Community & Service
Fair Trade School: Lyce9e Michel Lucius is committed to fair trade, guaranteeing fair and dignified working conditions for producers and workers in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean. It highlights fair trade through annual projects and encourages Mini-Entreprises to consider sustainability, helping students become engaged and involved citizens and promoting values such as respect, compassion and commitment. Duke of Edinburgha0International Award: The Award is open to people aged 1424 and offers Bronze, Silver and Gold levels. Students sign up by submitting the provided documents and then work to meet goals in four areas (voluntary work, skills, sports and expeditions), with hikes and an annual award ceremony.

Leadership & Professional
Elevate!: Conversations on Teaching and Learning and our Teacher Learning Communities Elevate! support teacher professional development. Duke of Edinburgha0International Award: The school offers the programme to students aged 1424 with Bronze, Silver and Gold levels; participants complete required hours and hikes, and there is an award ceremony.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
What to Expect: The school offers a dynamic, multicultural, innovative and highly committed community, where every person has the right to work and live in an atmosphere of respect, solidarity, well-being and cooperation.
Languages

Language Provision
The school provides English-language instruction for non-language subjects. Luxembourgish is introduced from Year 1 as a language of communication and integration. From Year 3, students may study French or German as a Foreign Language. Linguistic competencies are monitored each year to ensure students are placed in the correct group according to their needs and skill levels.

Bilingual Teaching
The school does not offer bilingual teaching.
Admissions

Admissions
Applications for enrolment in the International English class are submitted online. Reactivation of a previously submitted application is possible by email with the applicant's name, the year group for September 2026, and any changes to contact information or SEN; reactivation is processed after all updated documents have been received. New applications require uploading PDFs of: the student's ID card or passport; for residents in Luxembourg, Certificat de résidence élargi. Details about the academic career – reports cards: the most recent report card and the last three years of reports; SEN reports from specialists and reports from previous schools regarding arrangements provided to the student (if applicable). Documents in English, German and French are accepted; translations are required for all other languages. The documents must be high quality PDFs; multi-page documents must be provided as a single PDF. Applications close on 15th March 2026 and admissions decisions are issued by mid-May.
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