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Lycee Francais Pierre Loti - Beyoğlu

Turkey, Istanbul

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The school at a glance
Instructs in French
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Opened 1962
Bus Service No
Part of
Lycee Francais Pierre Loti
Academic offering
Curriculum French Curriculum
Taught languages Turkish, English, Spanish, German, Latin
Strengths Sport, Languages, Performing Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Early Years, Primary School
Introduction

LFPL in Istanbul is a private international school delivering the French national curriculum through the AEFE network. The school operates on two campuses: Beyoğlu for Preschool and Primary, and Tarabya for Middle and High School, linked by a school bus. The curriculum centers on multilingual education, with French as the language of instruction, Turkish taught from preschool, and English introduced as a foreign language; German or Spanish are also offered. The program strengthens students' written and spoken French, expands foreign language courses through PARLE, and supports an English-language pathway in the sixth form. A French International Baccalaureate (BFI) may be opened as a flagship language programme. The general baccalaureate prepares students for higher education in France and abroad. The two-site structure supports a continuous journey from nursery to lycée, with modern facilities for language, science and technology, arts, and sport. Extracurriculars include theatre, sports tournaments, language trips, and multicultural celebrations.

This campus is part of Lycee Francais Pierre Loti

Tomtom, Tomtom Kaptan Sk. No:22 D:22, 34433 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye

The Essentials

Lycee Francais Pierre Loti - Beyoğlu has instruction in French.

Location
The Lycée Français Pierre Loti d'Istanbul operates on two campuses in Istanbul: the Beyoğlu site for Nursery and Primary, and the Tarabya site for Middle and High School. The Beyoğlu campus is located in the central Beyoğlu district, while the Tarabya campus is situated a few kilometres away with views of the Bosphorus. A school bus serves both sites to provide daily transport between them. The school is part of AEFE, the network of French education abroad.

Stages
Beyoğlu hosts nursery and primary classes (CP, CE1, CE2, CM1); Tarabya hosts CM2 through Lycée (middle and high school).

Type
Private international school following the French national curriculum; accredited by the French Ministry of Education and part of the AEFE network.

Country affiliation
Affiliated with the AEFE network (Agency for French Education Abroad).

Bus service
A school bus is available to transport students between Beyoğlu and Tarabya.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
Catering is provided by Sardunya Catering. The school operates catering for two sites, Beyoğlu and Tarabya, with published menus for each site. For the second semester, catering payments are handled via the dedicated portals, and contact emails are provided for catering coordination.

Governance and Ownership
The Lycée Français Pierre Loti is a private secondary school accredited by the French Ministry of Education and is part of the AEFE network. It operates on two sites: Beyoğlu (nursery and primary) and Tarabya (secondary). It has multiple governing bodies including the School Council, the School-College Council, the Establishment Council, the Teaching Council, the Management Committee, the Health and Safety Council, and the HR Committee.
Fees
Currency and VAT
- All amounts are shown in euros (€). The listed fees include the 10% VAT charged by the establishment.

Application / first‑registration fees (Droits de 1ʳᵉ inscription)
- French nationals:
- Maternelle (PS‑MS‑GS): €5,625.
- Élémentaire (CP‑CE1‑CE2 / CM1‑CM2): €5,625 (CP‑CE1‑CE2) and €4,375 (CM1‑CM2) as shown by level breakdown.
- Collège (6ᵉ–3ᵉ): €4,375.
- Lycée (2nde–1ʳᵉ/T): €4,375.
- EU nationals (non‑French):
- Maternelle: €8,125.
- Élémentaire (CP‑CE1‑CE2 / CM1‑CM2): €5,625 (CP‑CE1‑CE2) and amounts aligned with level table.
- Collège and Lycée: amounts mirror the level-specific table (e.g., €4,375 where indicated).
- Non‑EU / other nationalities:
- Maternelle and levels as indicated in the level table (standard first‑registration fee commonly €8,125 for early years; other year‑group values are shown in the level table).
- Discounts and special rules on first‑registration fees:
- A 20% sibling reduction applies for an enrolment when a brother or sister is already registered.
- For pupils already enrolled in an AEFE establishment, a specific (lower) DPI amount is applied as indicated in the level table.
- The first‑registration fee (DPI) paid to validate an enrolment is non‑refundable.

Tuition fees (Droits de scolarité) — amounts per trimester and total annual by pupil category
- For French pupils:
- Maternelle (PS‑MS‑GS): 1st trimester €2,750; 2nd and 3rd trimesters €2,500 each; Total annual €7,750.
- Élémentaire (CP‑CE1‑CE2 / CM1‑CM2): 1st trimester €2,700; 2nd and 3rd trimesters €2,400 each; Total annual €7,500.
- Collège (6ᵉ–3ᵉ): 1st trimester €2,900; 2nd and 3rd trimesters €2,646 each; Total annual €8,192.
- Lycée (2nde–1ʳᵉ/T): 1st trimester €3,110; 2nd and 3rd trimesters €2,800 each; Total annual €8,710.
- For EU nationals (non‑French):
- Maternelle: 1st trimester €4,100; 2nd and 3rd trimesters €3,700 each; Total annual €11,500.
- Élémentaire: 1st trimester €2,700; 2nd and 3rd trimesters €2,400 each; Total annual €7,500.
- Collège and Lycée: amounts per trimester match the level table (e.g., Collège total annual €8,192; Lycée total annual €8,710).
- For Turkish nationals:
- Maternelle: 1st trimester €4,100; 2nd and 3rd trimesters €3,700 each; Total annual €11,500.
- Élémentaire: 1st trimester €3,500; 2nd and 3rd trimesters €3,000 each; Total annual €9,500.
- Collège: 1st trimester €3,656; 2nd and 3rd trimesters €3,100 each; Total annual €9,856.
- Lycée: 1st trimester €3,670; 2nd and 3rd trimesters €3,300 each; Total annual €10,270.
- For pupils of other nationalities (non‑EU, non‑Turkish) the tuition table lists specific trimester and annual totals by level (examples: Maternelle annual €11,500; Élémentaire annual €10,500; Collège annual €10,880; Lycée annual €11,310).
- General rule: any begun trimester is fully due ("Tout trimestre entamé est dû").

Discounts on tuition
- A 15% exemption on tuition fees is granted from the third child of the same family enrolled at the school (subject to the same responsible person being registered at enrolment).
- A 10% reduction on tuition is applied for families not receiving any aid when full annual tuition is paid at registration for the complete school year by the stated early‑payment deadline.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Standard billing schedule (trimester dates):
- 1st trimester: September (payment due at the start of the school year).
- 2nd trimester: January (payment due in January).
- 3rd trimester: April (payment due in April).
- Payments are to be made in euros only. When making a transfer, families must indicate the child(ren)'s full names.
- Any change in VAT is automatically reflected in invoicing.

Boarding fees
- There is no separate boarding fee listed; the published fee schedule covers tuition and the additional charges described below. (No boarding tariff appears in the fee regulations.)

Other costs and mandatory charges
- Examination fees (charged per candidate):
- Brevet: €50 for enrolled lycée candidates (higher rates apply for external candidates and candidates libres as shown).
- Épreuves anticipées: €80 for enrolled lycée candidates.
- Baccalauréat: €160 for enrolled lycée candidates; higher fees apply to external candidates and candidates libres per the schedule.
- Computer contribution for lycée pupils (maintenance, digital manuals) with retention of the equipment at the end of studies: a one‑off charge of €200 for Terminale pupils.
- Exercise books and workbooks ordered by the school are invoiced to families; individual workbook costs typically range between €8 and €10 depending on customs and ordering costs.

Refund and cancellation rules
- The first‑registration fee (DPI) paid to validate an enrolment is non‑refundable.
- Any trimester already started remains chargeable in full (no pro rata refund for a trimester once it has started).

Fee payment options and bank details
- Payments are made in euros by bank transfer to the parent‑association account. Bank details provided for transfers are:
- Bank: Garanti Bankasi – Taksim Ticari
- IBAN: TR18 0006 2001 6100 0004 0949 62
- BIC/SWIFT: TGBATRISXXX
- Families must indicate the child(ren)'s name(s) on the transfer. No alternative payment methods (such as credit card) are specified in the fee regulation; transfers in euros are the stated method for the scheduled payments.
Academics

Lycee Francais Pierre Loti - Beyoğlu teaches French Curriculum.

Curriculum
Multilingual education is central, with French as the language of instruction and communication. Turkish is taught from preschool onward, and English is introduced as a foreign language, with additional languages such as German or Spanish offered. The curriculum strengthens students' written and oral French, expands foreign language courses (PARLE), and supports an English-language pathway in the sixth form. A French International Baccalaureate (BFI) may be opened as a flagship language programme. The school operates across Preschool, Primary, Middle School, and High School, culminating in a general baccalaureate designed to prepare students for higher education in France and abroad.

Higher Education Progression
The general secondary school leads to university studies and, where applicable, to preparatory classes for grandes écoles or other specialized programs. The baccalaureate pathway is designed to prepare students for higher education in France and in other countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom. The program emphasizes international opportunities and pathways beyond France.
Parent Experience

History
Founded in 1962, the Lycée Français Pierre Loti (LFPL) began with a Management Committee made up of parents, teachers and representatives of the French Embassy in Turkey and was then named École française d'Istanbul (EFI). In 1989, following a students' vote, it was renamed in tribute to Pierre Loti, the French writer who championed Franco-Turkish friendship and visited Istanbul seven times between 1876 and 1913. Between 1942 and 1962 the school carried several names — Baccalaureate Preparation Courses, Lycée du Centre d'études françaises, and the French Consular School of Istanbul — and primary classes were housed in the Saint-Louis Seminary, sometimes referred to as the Embassy's Little School. In 1985 the first agreement between LFPL and the French State was signed; from 1990, agreements with the French government have been channelled through AEFE, the Agency for French Education Abroad. The Papillon nickname, dating from the school's early years, remains a touchstone of the community. The school's premises have shifted over time, and today preschool and primary classes are located in Beyoğlu while middle and high school are in Tarabya, reflecting the school's evolving identity within Istanbul's landscape.

Community
The Lycée Français Pierre Loti operates on two campuses in Istanbul: Beyoğlu hosts preschool and primary classes, while Tarabya houses middle and high school, with a bus linking the two sites. Both sites share a common educational vision and are part of the AEFE network, supporting an international, multicultural environment and foreign-language teaching that keeps students connected to Europe and the wider world. The school emphasizes language learning and openness to diverse cultures, enriching students' experience through activities and trips. The community also features a rich calendar of events, including sports tournaments, theatre performances, Christmas celebrations, carnivals, end-of-year festivities and multicultural festivals.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Lycée Français Pierre Loti in Istanbul operates on two sites. The Beyoğlu site houses preschool and primary (CP, CE1, CE2) classes in a central city location with bright classrooms and safe play areas. The Tarabya campus serves middle and high school (Year 5 to Year 12) in a green setting with views of the Bosphorus and modern facilities. General subjects are taught in spacious, well‑equipped classrooms, and there are dedicated spaces for language, science and technology teaching. A school bus provides daily transport between Beyoğlu and Tarabya.

Sports Facilities
Tarabya campus has sports fields.

Academic Facilities
Tarabya offers modern facilities and equipment adapted to the requirements of secondary school; general subjects are taught in spacious, well‑equipped classrooms; dedicated spaces for language, science and technology teaching.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extracurricular activities include sports tournaments, theatre performances, Christmas and carnival celebrations, end-of-year celebrations and multicultural festivals. Language trips are organised every year; examples include Istanbul–Bischwiller bicycle trip (2013), Nepal (2015), and Rajasthan, India (2025).
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Tarabya campus houses middle and high school with modern facilities and equipment suited to secondary education. General subjects are taught in spacious classrooms, with dedicated spaces for language, science and technology. The Lycée Français Pierre Loti operates on two sites that together support a continuous academic journey from nursery to lycée. It follows the French national curriculum and is part of the AEFE network, with the French Baccalaureate recognized internationally.

Arts & Creative
Tarabya campus has music and art rooms and sports fields, enabling students to flourish in the arts and physical education. The Beyoğlu site houses preschool and primary, while Tarabya hosts middle and high school, providing dedicated spaces for arts and creative activities. The two-site setup supports a broad spectrum of artistic pursuits across the student body.

Cultural & Language
The school places a strong emphasis on foreign language teaching and provides a multicultural environment. It emphasizes openness to Europe and the world, with language learning integrated into daily school life. This aligns with its French curriculum and AEFE network membership.

Social & Hobbies
Tarabya campus features sports fields, and dedicated spaces for language, science and technology, supporting a broad range of recreational and hobby activities. The two-site structure encourages collaboration among students from different age groups and fosters social engagement across campuses. Students have opportunities to participate in activities beyond the classroom as part of a vibrant school community.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Tarabya campus offers a peaceful setting with greenery and Bosphorus views, contributing to a conducive learning environment. The environment supports students' well-being through on-site sports facilities, music and art rooms. The two-site arrangement and safe campus spaces contribute to a balanced and supportive daily life.
Languages

Language Provision
French is the language of instruction and communication. Turkish is taught with two hours per week in PS-MS, then 1.5 hours from Grande Section to CM2. English is taught from Grande Section to CM2 with 1.5 hours per week. An EMILE program teaches a subject in a foreign language (CE1–CE2, continuing in CM1–CM2 from 2025). ELCE (European Language and Culture Teaching) provides 2 hours of language instruction, including English in Year 10, and a second foreign language (Spanish or German) in Year 9. The sixth form maintains a strengthened European English section.

Immersion Programs
Multilingual education is central to the Lycée Français Pierre Loti. French is taught in French and in harmony with other modern languages to produce multilingual pupils. Turkish is taught for two hours in PS-MS, then 1.5 hours from Grande Section to CM2; English is taught for 1.5 hours from Grande Section to CM2. In CE1–CE2, pupils attend a weekly 45-minute EMILE session (teaching a subject in a foreign language), which continues in CM1–CM2 from the start of the 2025 school year. The sixth form includes a strengthened European English section.
Reputation

Awards
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Accreditations
The Lycée Français Pierre Loti d'Istanbul is a private secondary school homologated by the French Ministry of National Education and follows French curricula. It is part of the AEFE network (580 AEFE establishments worldwide).
Admissions

Admissions
1. Create a parent EDUKA account by following these steps: click the Create an account – Eduka Suite link, fill in the requested information, and click 'Validate the creation of the account'. You will receive an activation email at the address you provided; follow the instructions to activate your EDUKA account. Finally, sign in with the email and the password you defined to access EDUKA. 2. Pre-register a new child for 2026/2027: open the 'INSCRIPTION / REINSCRIPTION / DEPART' tab and click 'CREER UN DOSSIER POUR UN NOUVEL ELEVE POUR 2026/2027'. Enter all mandatory fields and ensure the child's age corresponds to the level (for example, PS; MS; GS). Examples: PS corresponds to births 01/01/2023–31/12/2023; MS corresponds to births 01/01/2022–31/12/2022; GS corresponds to births 01/01/2021–31/12/20214. 3. Complete all required information: fields with a red border are mandatory. For the child, upload a biometric photo and list all given names in the same order as the family record. Enter nationalities in the priority order (e.g., 1) French; 2) other nationality). For guardians, reflect the true family situation (for example, indicate 'divorced' if applicable). If separated or divorced, provide the custody judgment or a letter of authorization for enrollment by the other parent. 4. In the 'Justificatifs' tab, upload the required documents for the child, the guardians, and the family. Then download, sign, and upload the documents listed under 'RÈGLEMENTS ET AUTORISATIONS' into the 'Justificatifs' section. 5. When all sections turn green, finalize by clicking 'envoyer le dossier d'inscription' to send the registration. A confirmation email will be sent to the address provided, confirming that the registration request has been submitted. If you have multiple children to pre-register, repeat the same operation for each child by using the 'INSCRIPTION / REINSCRIPTION / DEPART' tab. 6. You should receive replies as quickly as possible. 7. Campaign dates: the pre-inscription campaign runs from 20 February 2026 to 1 May 2026; this page is for new families who do not have a child enrolled at Lycée Français Pierre Loti. 8. The process described is conducted online and does not by itself constitute enrollment confirmation; the school will provide further instructions if additional steps are required during the campaign.

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