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French International School Manila

Philippines, Manila

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The school at a glance
Instructs in French, English
Fees ₱356,372 - 778,556
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 320
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum French Curriculum, American Curriculum
Taught languages French, English, German, Spanish, Latin
Strengths Languages, STEM, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

French International School Manila is part of the Eurocampus in Parañaque, sharing a 2-hectare campus with German European School Manila. It offers a dual pathway: a traditional European curriculum and an American International Section, with bilingual English instruction from Grade 1 through the French International Baccalaureate (BFI) in Première and Terminale. The BFI requires CEFR C1 English and includes exams in three subjects. European and AIS routes prepare students for education in France and worldwide, with AIS scholarships in the USA. The school is AEFE-accredited and recognized by the French Ministry of Education. On campus, there are 25 classrooms, a 170 m2 library with 20,000 books, an auditorium, a computer room, two science laboratories, a canteen, and an infirmary. Sports facilities include two pools, a 3,800 m2 football pitch, a 560 m2 gym, outdoor play areas, and a running track. Extracurriculars run 34 weeks with Discovery Week and after-school slots.

75 Swaziland Street, Better Living Subdivision, 1711 Parañaque City, Philippines

The Essentials

French International School Manila has 320 pupils, instruction in French, English.

Location
Parañaque City, Philippines. The Lycée Français de Manille is located at 75 Swaziland Street, Better Living Subdivision, 1711 Parañaque City. It sits on the Eurocampus shared with the German European School Manila. The site is accessible from the South Super Highway (SLEX) or Skyway; direction details are provided on the campus contact page.

Stages
Two pathways of excellence: European track and American International Section. English immersion from Grade 1 (CP) to Grade 12 (Terminale) with the French International Baccalaureate (BFI). Preschool to Grade 12.

Type
Co-ed

Pupil Nationality Mix
32 nationalities represented.

Additional learning support
Personalized Support: EBEP (support for students with special educational needs) and FLE (French as a Foreign Language) support for non-French speakers, delivered by a multidisciplinary team to promote inclusion and academic success.

Country affiliation
France (AEFE-accredited)

Bus service
Bus service is provided by two carriers depending on pickup location: R Transport (south of the school) and CE Mata Transport Service (north of the school). Registration and payment are handled directly with the providers under a service contract. End-of-day departures are at 2:00 PM, 3:30 PM and 5:30 PM; rates vary by area and are per period.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
On-site catering is provided. Meals are prepared daily by Kitchen City and served at lunchtime, with food safety and nutrition standards maintained. TPS–CM2 students must pre-order meals online; 6th–12th graders may use a Kitchen City meal card, which can be reloaded via dedicated portals.

Governance and Ownership
The Lycée Français de Manille is AEFE-accredited and part of the Eurocampus shared with the German European School Manila. Governance is conducted by the Parents' Association (APE) and the Management Committee (CG), with the General Assembly (Assemblée Générale) and the Governing Board handling policy decisions and the School Council handling pedagogical matters. The Eurocampus is managed by the Joint Advisory Committee (JAC), a joint body of LFM and GESM that meets at least three times per school year.
Fees

Annual tuition at French International School Manila ranges from PHP 356,372 to PHP 778,556 for 2026/27.

Registration and refundable deposit
- First-time registration fee (one-time, non-refundable): PHP 90,000.
- Refundable deposit (paid at enrollment, refunded on departure subject to account settlement and return of school property; the school may deduct unpaid balances from this deposit): PHP 60,000.

Tuition fees — annual and per-term breakdown (2026–2027 academic year)
Note: invoices follow a 40% / 30% / 30% split (Term 1 = 40%; Term 2 = 30%; Term 3 = 30%). Per-term amounts below are rounded to the peso so that the three terms add back to the published annual total.

- Early years / Preschool (Nursery 2 and Kindergarten levels)
- Annual tuition: PHP 356,372.
- Term 1 (40%): PHP 142,549. Term 2 (30%): PHP 106,912. Term 3 (30%): PHP 106,911.

- Primary (Grade 1 to Grade 5)
- Annual tuition: PHP 461,365.
- Term 1 (40%): PHP 184,546. Term 2 (30%): PHP 138,410. Term 3 (30%): PHP 138,409.

- Lower secondary (Grade 6 to Grade 8)
- Annual tuition: PHP 672,567.
- Term 1 (40%): PHP 269,027. Term 2 (30%): PHP 201,770. Term 3 (30%): PHP 201,770.

- Grade 9
- Annual tuition: PHP 677,692.
- Term 1 (40%): PHP 271,077. Term 2 (30%): PHP 203,308. Term 3 (30%): PHP 203,307.

- Grade 10
- Annual tuition: PHP 752,931.
- Term 1 (40%): PHP 301,172. Term 2 (30%): PHP 225,879. Term 3 (30%): PHP 225,880.

- Grade 11
- Annual tuition: PHP 759,594.
- Term 1 (40%): PHP 303,838. Term 2 (30%): PHP 227,878. Term 3 (30%): PHP 227,878.

- Grade 12
- Annual tuition: PHP 778,556.
- Term 1 (40%): PHP 311,422. Term 2 (30%): PHP 233,567. Term 3 (30%): PHP 233,567.

First-year total (example, includes the one-time fees)
- For a new early‑years pupil: Registration PHP 90,000 + Deposit PHP 60,000 + Annual tuition PHP 356,372 = TOTAL PHP 506,372 (first year).

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Billing rhythm: tuition invoiced in three instalments using a 40% (first term) / 30% / 30% split. Students enrolling mid-term are billed pro rata for the remainder of that term.
- Payment deadlines: payments must be made on or before the invoice due dates. A surcharge of 2% is applied on amounts unpaid after the deadline, plus 2% for each additional month of delay. The school reserves the right to demand full payment in advance where there are repeated late payments and may take legal action for significant unpaid balances. Re-enrollment is conditional on accounts for the prior year being fully settled.
- Family discounts: 10% reduction on tuition for families with three children enrolled (applies to tuition only) and 20% reduction for families with four or more children. These family discounts apply to family rates (not corporate rates) and are not cumulative with other discounts.

Optional / additional costs (not included in the tuition totals above)
- Co‑curricular / extracurricular activities: typical family pricing examples published include one activity PHP 15,000; two activities PHP 28,000; three activities PHP 39,000; additional activities charged (example: PHP 13,000 per additional activity). These costs are billed separately.
- Transport (school bus) and school meals (canteen): billed and collected directly by third‑party providers (not included in tuition).
- Car stickers: additional car sticker PHP 100 each (first sticker is free).
- Yearbook, class photos, language certification fees (DELF/CAMBRIDGE/DELE/DSD), school trips and other itemized extras: charged per item as applicable; one free yearbook per family is usually provided and extra copies are charged. School trips may be partially reimbursed in case of cancellation for natural/health risks under defined conditions.

Refund information and mid‑year departures
- Registration fee: non‑refundable. Refundable deposit: refunded on departure subject to account settlement and return of school property; the school may deduct unpaid balances from this deposit.
- Partial refunds for tuition when a pupil leaves mid‑year:
- For the 1st and 2nd trimesters: if a half‑trimester is started, the half‑trimester is payable in full; if a student departs before the Autumn break (1st trimester) or before the Winter break (2nd trimester), half of the current trimester may be reimbursed as specified in the school financial regulations.
- The 3rd trimester once started is due and non‑refundable; there is no refund once the third trimester has begun. Students joining mid‑year are charged pro rata for the remainder of the trimester.
- School trips: in the event of cancellation for natural or health risks (decided after consultation with the French Embassy), families will be reimbursed up to 50% of costs incurred and up to 50% of additional on‑site costs if return flights are postponed, subject to the policy spelled out in the financial regulations. The school may refuse participation in trips for unpaid accounts.

Boarding
- The school operates as a day school; no boarding program or boarding fees are listed.

Uniform / dress code and school shop
- The school uses a dress code rather than a strict uniform; for some outings a school T‑shirt may be required and appropriate sportswear is required for PE. School shop items (T‑shirts, supplies) and required textbooks or materials are charged separately via the school boutique.

Fee payment options and currency/exchange rate
- Accepted payment channels: payment at the school accounting office (cash/cheque) or online via the school's designated online payment portal. For online payments the portal applies a surcharge: 0.5% for credit cards issued in France and the EU; 1% for other cards. For check, over‑the‑counter bank payments or wire transfers, parents must indicate the student's name and provide proof of deposit; wire transfer charges are borne by the payer. The exchange rate for foreign‑currency payments is the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) rate as of the 1st day of the billing month. Contact for accounting: lfmaccounting@lfmanille.ph.

Penalties and other administrative provisions
- Late payment surcharge: 2% applied once after the due date, then 2% for every additional month of delay. The school may require full advanced payment if late payments are recurring. Re‑enrollment will be refused if prior‑year fees are unpaid. Families awarded a full French government scholarship are exempt from paying the refundable deposit and the first‑time registration fee; families awaiting a scholarship decision may receive temporary exemptions under the financial regulations.

Practical note
- Transport and canteen are arranged and billed by third‑party providers and are not included in the tuition figures above. Co‑curricular activities and other optional services are charged separately. Refund rules differ for trimesters and for certain extracurricular elements (see refund and trip sections above).
Academics

French International School Manila teaches French Curriculum, American Curriculum.

Curriculum
The school follows a traditional European curriculum and an American International Section. The American International Section provides bilingual instruction in English and North American culture from Grade 1 (CP) through the French International Baccalaureate (BFI) in Première and Terminale. The BFI includes additional exams in three subjects and requires English proficiency at CEFR level C1. The BFI and the European section prepare students for higher education in France and worldwide, with the AIS offering scholarships in the USA. The school is AEFE-accredited and recognized by the French Ministry of Education, and it shares the Eurocampus with the German European School Manila.

Higher Education Progression
BFI and the European section prepare students for higher education in France and worldwide, with scholarships in the USA and enhanced admission prospects to leading universities in France and across Europe.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Social and emotional learning is embedded in Student Life. The Student Life team is led by the Principal Education Advisor and includes three supervisors dedicated to both primary and secondary pupils. The program ensures a safe, welcoming environment and provides listening and guidance for the whole school community. It develops educational projects that complement academic learning through sport, art, and civic experiences and includes health education training within the CESC framework. It coordinates the Citizenship Engagement Program and student representation through Class Representatives and the Student Council to promote community involvement.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
EBEP Cluster supports students with special educational needs. The school recognizes diverse needs and offers tailored support for students with temporary or permanent challenges, including neurodevelopmental disorders (ADHD, ASD), specific learning disorders, disabilities, social or emotional difficulties, or challenging family circumstances. A multidisciplinary team provides dedicated support, with two specialists, two coordinating teachers, and a School Life Auxiliary to assist students with SEN. The program uses pedagogical adaptations and targeted measures to foster inclusion and progress. The EBEP cluster works with families to identify needs and implement tailored measures to promote academic success and well-being.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Personalized Support includes French as a Foreign Language (FLE) for non-French speakers. FLE groups are kept very small to tailor instruction and facilitate immersion into regular classes. Multilingualism is an integral part of daily life; all students are bilingual in French and English, and many speak at least three languages. The FLE program uses a communicative approach to language learning, with placement based on initial assessment and level-based grouping.

Mental Wellbeing
The infirmary aims to develop the mental, emotional, and physical well-being of students. The clinic provides services including reviewing medical and vaccination records, recording visits, maintaining supplies, promoting healthy lifestyles, and offering health care guidance to students, their families, and staff. It administers medications with parental consent and responds to emergencies. AEDs, oxygen, nebulizers, wheelchairs and stretchers are available for emergency care, and there are two beds in the clinic. In serious cases, students are evacuated to a nearby hospital in the presence of an adult, and parents are immediately notified; Lifeline Ambulance supports transfers when required.

Safeguarding
Prevention and Security is a campus priority. The school uses real-time air quality monitoring with an IQAir sensor and adheres to risk assessments coordinated with local authorities and the French Embassy. Families are informed by email and SMS when decisions are made, and transport adjustments are coordinated with bus companies. In emergencies, students are sheltered in three zones (Maternelle, Auditorium, adjoining rooms C 212 to 206) under zone referents before returning home. The school also maintains safety protocols and communications to ensure ongoing safeguarding across the campus.
Parent Experience

History
The Eurocampus was created in 1992, bringing Lycée Français de Manille (LFM) and the German European School Manila (GESM) as independent schools on a shared campus in Parañaque. In the late 1980s, the French and German schools decided to share a campus, and in January 1991 the French school held an extraordinary assembly to authorize the acquisition; a purchase agreement with the European Education Foundation was signed in October 1991 for 50 million PHP. In 1992, Olivier Gaussot, the French Ambassador, Alain Chancerelle, Louis-Paul Heussaff, and Philippe Gauthier formed the founding group of the Eurocampus. The Eurocampus is governed by the Joint Administrative Committee (JAC), with five representatives from LFM and five from GESM, and the campus is owned by the non-profit European Education Foundation. LFM offers two pathways of excellence—a traditional European curriculum and an American International Section with English immersion from Grade 1 to Grade 12, culminating in the French International Baccalaureate (BFI); the school is AEFE-accredited.

Community
The Lycée Français de Manille is located on a 2-hectare campus on the Eurocampus in Parañaque, shared with the German European School Manila. The campus hosts nearly 320 students from 38 nationalities. Facilities include 25 classrooms, a library, an auditorium, a computer room, two science laboratories, a cafeteria, and an infirmary, plus extensive sports facilities such as two swimming pools, a football field, a gymnasium, and a running track. The school promotes sports and Olympism, as reflected in the Génération 2024 label.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parents' Association (APE) governs the school under the law of July 1, 1901, and is officially named the Association des Parents d'Élèves de l'École Française de Manille. All enrolled parents who have paid tuition are members, and the APE elects a seven-member Board for renewable three-year terms. The General Assembly of Parents meets twice a year (April and October) and each family has one vote for major school decisions. The Management Committee (CG) meets monthly and includes the APE Board, administration, and staff to oversee school operations and finances, with working groups for finance, infrastructure and security, HR, development, and related areas. The Joint Advisory Committee (JAC) is the shared governing body of the Eurocampus, with six voting members (3 from LFM and 3 from GESM) and meets at least three times per school year; embassy cultural counselors may attend. The APE Board can be contacted at comitegestionmembersonly@gmail.com.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Lycée Français de Manille is located on a leafy 2-hectare site (20,000 m2) in Parañaque, south of Metro Manila, shared with the German European School Manila (GESM). The campus hosts 25 classrooms (45–65 m2 depending on level), a 170 m2 library with about 20,000 books, an auditorium of 305 m2, a computer room, two science laboratories, a 100 m2 canteen, and an infirmary. The grounds include two swimming pools (25 m and 14 m long), a football pitch of 3,800 m2, a gymnasium of 560 m2, multiple outdoor play areas, and a running track. The campus is part of the Eurocampus.

Sports Facilities
Two swimming pools (25 m and 14 m long) are available. There is a football field of 3,800 m2. A gymnasium with equipment covers 560 m2. There are several outdoor play areas and a running track.

Academic Facilities
There are 25 classrooms (45–65 m2 depending on level). The library is 170 m2 and houses about 20,000 books. There is an auditorium of 305 m2. There is a computer room and two science laboratories.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extracurricular activities are offered, with several activities conducted in French to support the bilingual approach. Activities begin the week of September 8, 2025. They run through June 26, 2026, totaling 34 weeks (excluding holidays). There are two time slots: 14:15–15:30 for primary and kindergarten and 15:40–17:25 for collège and lycée, with a minimum of eight students required for an activity. Groups may be formed differently by age, as in football. A Discovery Week at the start of each school year lets students try activities before choosing.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
From TPS to Terminale, the school offers differentiated learning paths that align with the French national curriculum. The majority of courses are taught in French. The school provides English-language options through PARLE and EMILE, with DNL integrated into the curriculum. In middle and high school, the European English section adds hours of English and DNL, and the British-American International Section (IS) offers English-language courses across grade levels. Starting in Première, students choose three specialties, including Economics and Social Sciences, Mathematics, and Physics & Chemistry.

Arts & Creative
The co-curricular program includes cultural activities offered in French as part of the school's French-focused program. An Activity Discovery Week at the start of each school year lets students try activities before choosing. Activities run for the full year and take place in two after-school slots, with groups formed by age. The annual fees are 15,000 pesos for one activity, 28,000 pesos for two activities, 39,000 pesos for three activities, and additional activities priced at 13,000 pesos each.

Cultural & Language
Most courses are taught in French. The school offers two English-language courses adapted to each level: PARLE (Adapted and Reinforced Foreign Language), EMILE (Integrated Subject taught in a Foreign Language), and DNL (Non-Linguistic Disciplines). In middle school and above, the European English section adds hours of English and DNL, and the British-American International Section (IS) provides English-language courses across grade levels.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The co-curricular program includes sports and cultural activities after school. Activities occur in two time slots: 2:15 to 3:30 p.m. for primary and kindergarten up to middle school, and 3:40 to 5:25 p.m. for middle and high school. The activities run for 34 weeks (excluding school holidays) from the week of 8 September 2025 to 26 June 2026. A minimum of 8 students is required to open an activity, and students must attend for the whole year in the appropriate sportswear. At the start of each school year, an Activity Discovery Week allows students to sample activities, with trial sessions available. Fees are 15,000 pesos for one activity, 28,000 pesos for two activities, 39,000 pesos for three activities, and 13,000 pesos for each additional activity.
Languages

Language Provision
The school teaches French and English across its programs. The European pathway uses French as the main language of instruction, while AIS emphasizes English instruction. The school provides French as a Foreign Language (FLE) with placement tests and FLE support classes as needed, and a Personalized Program for Educational Success (PPRE) where required. The BFI prepares students for higher education opportunities in France and Europe, with language requirements linked to English proficiency.

Bilingual Teaching
The school offers bilingual education in English and French through the American International Section (AIS). The AIS provides a bilingual curriculum with enhanced instruction in English and North American culture from Grade 1 (CP) through to the French International Baccalaureate (BFI) in Grades 11-12 (Première and Terminale). Specific subjects in AIS follow a curriculum defined by the partner country. The European curriculum is offered as a traditional pathway alongside AIS.

Immersion Programs
The school provides deep English immersion through the AIS from Grade 1 through Grade 12 (Terminale). The AIS curriculum emphasizes enhanced instruction in English and North American culture. The BFI includes additional exams in three subjects, with a required proficiency level of C1 in English. The school also maintains a traditional European pathway alongside AIS.
Admissions

Admissions
1) The online registration and re-registration procedure is mandatory. Applications must be completed and submitted by Sunday 5 April 2026. For all new registrations, contact the school's secretariat by email at inscription@lfmanille.ph to submit your registration request. You will receive information and links for online registration on Eduka. The registration and re-registration process takes place entirely online via a portal dedicated to families. To initiate or complete procedures, connect to the Eduka portal; for re-registration, log in with your existing username and password; if you forget your password, use the password reset option; for new registrations, create an account.

2) Documents to be provided or updated must be scanned and uploaded during the online application. For students, provide the Bilateral agreement 2026-2027; a valid passport with visa scan (when available); vaccination certificates (with details vary by birth year); and attendance certificates. For new students, also provide the last three school reports (or equivalent) and, where applicable, Exeat, medical certificate, and any accommodation plan for students with special needs. For guardians, provide passport and bank details; for the family, provide marriage and birth certificates or divorce decree and any relevant guardianship documents.

3) Start of the school year is scheduled for Tuesday, September 1, 2026 (provisional). Classes start at 7:30 a.m., end at 2:00 p.m. for primary students and no later than 5:30 p.m. for secondary students, according to the timetable. The curriculum from TPS to Terminale follows the French national framework, with the majority of courses taught in French. The school offers two English language courses adapted to each level: PARLE (Adapted and Reinforced Foreign Language Course) and EMILE (Teaching of an Integrated Subject in a Foreign Language), with Non-Linguistic Disciplines (DNL) taught in English in certain contexts.

4) Language tracks and international sections are available within the curriculum. In the high school, students are enrolled in the European English section, with additional English and DNL hours, leading to the Baccalaureate with a specialization in English. An American-British International Section (IS) exists in which students receive North American literature, culture, and history content in English in applicable years. Entry into the International Section is based on a selection process.

Scholarships
AEFE scholarship campaigns for 2026-2027 are open. The deadline to submit applications is Monday, September 7, 2026, and no applications will be accepted after that date. It is recommended to submit the file as soon as the campaign opens. Eligibility requirements include: the child must be French; reside with family; be registered in the Registre des Français établis hors de France, and the applicant must also be registered with the French consulate regardless of nationality; the child must be at least three years old during the calendar year of the school year; the child must attend a school recognized by the French Ministry of National Education or, by exception, a school providing at least 50% of instruction in French; the child must attend classes regularly and must not have more than two years of academic backlog if 16 years or older. An interlocutor at the Embassy of France in Manila is available for social affairs: Mme Isabelle Lefevre, phone 028 857 69 25, email isabelle.lefevre@diplomatie.gouv.fr, and address 21/F Ayala Triangle Gardens Tower 2, Paseo de Roxas cor. Makati Avenue, Makati City 1226, Philippines. All information is available on the Embassy site.
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