École Française Internationale de Kyiv

Ukraine, Kyiv

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The school at a glance

Instructs in French, Ukrainian, English, Spanish

Fees Fees not listed

Ages 2 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 170

Type Co-educational

Opened 2005

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum French Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum

Taught languages French, Ukrainian, English, Spanish

Strengths Languages, Visual and Creative Arts, Sport

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Academic and Intellectual

Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form

Introduction

École Française Internationale de Kyiv (EFI) is a private bilingual international school for ages 2 to 18, with campuses in Pushcha‑Vodytsia, Kyiv. It follows a French curriculum within the AEFE network and offers a bespoke Franco‑Ukrainian program where French and Ukrainian are languages of instruction. English and Spanish are taught as foreign languages. Each project anchors daily learning, and class sizes enable teachers to provide individual support across subjects. EFI prepares students for French and Ukrainian diplomas, with DNL in French, English and Spanish and guided orientation for future paths. The historic building was renovated in 2009 and updated to contemporary European standards. The learning environment features modern classrooms, interactive panels, a theatre studio and an art workshop. The campus includes a premium canteen, a spacious courtyard, and year‑round sports facilities. Extracurriculars cover IT and Financial Mathematics clubs, Art, Music and Theater, language clubs, Dance and Karate.

www.ecolefi.com

Nursery / Crèche & Maternelle: Kvitky Cisyk Street 50, Pushcha‑Vodytsia, 04075 Kyiv, Ukraine; Main school (primary / secondary): Lisna Street 28‑A, Pushcha‑Vodytsia, 04075 Kyiv, Ukraine

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The Essentials

Location

Kyiv, Ukraine, in the Puscha Voditsa (Pushcha-Voditsa) district. The EFI is housed in spacious, renovated premises in Puscha Voditsa.

Stages

Preschool through high school (maternelle, elementary, middle, lycée)

Type

Private bilingual international school

Additional learning support

Aide personnalisée (personalized assistance) is organized for new students and ongoing support.

Country affiliation

France (AEFE network)

Diving Deeper

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Fees

Application fees
- No published, fixed application or registration fee amount is available for École Française Internationale de Kyiv for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years; a specific non‑refundable enrolment or first‑registration fee is not published in the school's public materials.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- No publicly available schedule listing tuition fees by year group, term or annual totals was found for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years. There is no published breakdown of per‑term or per‑year tuition for maternelle, élémentaire or any other grade levels in the school's public materials. École Française Internationale de Kyiv is recorded in official French listings as an institution providing elementary‑level classes.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- No published billing calendar, payment deadlines, installment options or penalties for late payment are available in the school's publicly posted documents for 2026/27 or 2025/26. The school's general admissions/contact pages provide administrative contact details for fee enquiries.

Boarding / residential fees
- Boarding facilities and boarding fees are not applicable or listed: the school is presented as an elementary day school and no boarding programme or boarding charges are published.

Other costs (uniforms, meals, transport, activities, exams, materials)
- No fixed amounts for uniforms, school meals (demi‑pension), transport, extra‑curricular clubs, exam registration (DELF/DALF, national exams) or school materials are publicly listed for 2026/27 or 2025/26. Ancillary charges for activities or exams are not published as specific fees in the school's public information.

Refund information
- No published refund, withdrawal, or fee‑cancellation policy (including prorated refunds if a pupil withdraws mid‑term) was located in the school's publicly available materials for 2026/27 or 2025/26.

Fee payment options (credit card, bank transfer, direct debit, etc.)
- No specific payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, direct debit, online payment portal) are published for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 years. Administrative contact details are provided for payment and admissions inquiries.

Administrative contact for fee enquiries
- Phone: +38(050) 413 10 69; +38(095) 126 68 93; Landline: +38(044) 401 80 57. Email: efieducation@ukr.net; tiphaine_thk@yahoo.fr. Use these administrative contacts to request the official, current fee schedule and payment terms.

Note: École Française Internationale de Kyiv is listed in the official French listings as an elementary‑level French international school in Kyiv. No detailed fee schedule (application fees, tuition by class/year, billing schedule, boarding or additional fee amounts, refund rules, or accepted payment methods) was located among the school's public materials for the requested academic years.

Academics

Curriculum

Integrated Franco-Ukrainian bilingual program with two languages of instruction (French and Ukrainian). English and Spanish are taught as foreign languages. Each project sits at the center of students' daily work. Class sizes allow teachers to provide the necessary support and attention to every student in all subjects. EFI prepares its students to obtain French and Ukrainian diplomas. The educational project focuses on developing scientific and technical culture, strengthens the French language within the bilingual program, and develops DNL in French, English, and Spanish, while also guiding student orientation.

Exam Results

Each year more than 60 students sit the DELF diplomas.

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Admissions

Step 1. Open enrollment for the school and kindergarten for the 2026-2027 academic year is available. The school welcomes new students for that year. Families may begin the admissions process during this period. The enrollment cycle for the upcoming academic year has begun.
Step 2. Submit an enrollment application online. The form asks for the class the child will enter and collects detailed information, including the child's name, date and place of birth, gender, nationality, home address, previous school, current class, class section, and preferred form of study. It also collects information for both parents, including names, workplaces, positions, phone numbers, emails, and the child's native language. The enrollment form states that submission does not constitute enrollment.
Step 3. Documents required for enrollment are listed in the enrollment documents linked for this process. Applicants should provide these documents as part of the enrollment process. The documents are linked on the enrollment page. This completes the information needed to process the application.

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FAQs

Where is École Française Internationale de Kyiv located and what age range does it serve?

EFI Kyiv is in Kyiv, in the Pushcha-Voditsa district. It serves students aged 2 to 18, from preschool through high school, in a co-educational private bilingual international setting.

What curriculum does EFI Kyiv follow, and which languages are used for instruction?

EFI offers an integrated Franco-Ukrainian bilingual curriculum with two languages of instruction: French and Ukrainian. English and Spanish are taught as foreign languages, and students can pursue French and Ukrainian diplomas at graduation.

When was EFI Kyiv founded and who is the head of the school?

EFI Kyiv was founded in 2005. The head of school is Tiphaine Henry, and the school operates as a private, co-educational institution.

Are tuition fees and application costs published for 2025/26 or 2026/27?

There are no fixed tuition or application fee amounts publicly published. For the current fee schedule and payment terms, you should contact the administrative team using the phone numbers or email provided.

What is the admissions process at EFI Kyiv?

Open enrollment is available for the 2026-27 academic year. Families submit an online enrollment form with class choice, personal and family details, and supporting documents; submitting the form does not guarantee admission.

Does EFI Kyiv offer scholarships or have a waitlist?

Public materials do not list scholarships or waitlists. For fee inquiries or any special arrangements, contact the administrative team via the listed phone numbers or email.

What does the bilingual program look like on a daily basis?

The bilingual program uses two homeroom teachers per class—one Ukrainian-speaking and one French-speaking—who work with subject teachers across all disciplines. Designated/subject taught in a language other than the home language (DNL) is delivered in French, English, and Spanish, and science is taught in English in elementary.

What diplomas or exams do EFI Kyiv students pursue?

EFI prepares students to obtain both French and Ukrainian diplomas. Each year, more than 60 students sit the DELF diploma exams.

How does EFI support students academically?

Class sizes are designed to provide necessary support, and the school offers personalized assistance and language support (EAL) as part of its inclusive approach.

What are the main facilities on EFI Kyiv's campus?

The campus is housed in a historic building renovated in 2009. It features professional sports halls, outdoor sports grounds, a theatre studio, an art workshop, interactive panels, and a premium first-floor canteen, plus a landscaped courtyard.

What arts and technology spaces are available?

Arts and technology spaces include a theatre studio, art workshop, and clubs in music, theater, dance, and IT. Classrooms are equipped with interactive panels and digital learning tools.

Are there outdoor or year-round learning spaces?

Yes, there is a spacious landscaped courtyard and modern outdoor sports grounds to support year-round physical education and activities.

What clubs and after-school activities does EFI Kyiv offer?

After-school offerings include IT Technologies and Financial Mathematics clubs, plus language clubs (English, French, Spanish) and arts clubs (Art, Music, Theater). There is Karate for younger students.

When are after-school groups held and is there academic support available?

After-school clubs run from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, and there are additional after-school groups offering individual academic assistance during the same hours.

Are there leadership or service opportunities beyond class?

The information highlights project-based learning and partnerships with external organizations, but it does not specify formal leadership programs or community service initiatives.

What wellbeing and support services does EFI Kyiv offer for students?

EFI uses an inclusive approach with personalized assistance for new and ongoing students. It provides EAL support and language testing through Pearson English Global, and Cambridge English exams can be taken via the school's local partnerships.

How is safeguarding and mental wellbeing addressed at EFI Kyiv?

The school emphasizes safety, respect, and inclusivity, with democratic values and parental engagement to support wellbeing. Regular safeguarding information is shared with parents, and there are opportunities for meetings and events.

How can parents get involved in safeguarding and wellbeing?

Parents are invited to regular meetings at the start of the year and at least twice yearly, plus opportunities for individual meetings and updates on results and behavior to support safeguarding.

Is EFI Kyiv a boarding school or a day school, and what about meals?

EFI Kyiv operates as a day school with a cafeteria on the first floor. There is no boarding component.

What governance and affiliations underpin EFI Kyiv?

EFI is a private school with AEFE homologation for the elementary level (2020) and the Label FrancEducation (2013, renewed 2016). It is a UNESCO Associated Schools Network member since 2013 and has partnerships with various Ukrainian and French institutions.

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