Lycee Louis Massignon
International School in Abu Dhabi
Quick answer
Lycée Louis Massignon (LLM) is the leading French international school in Abu Dhabi, established in 1972 and a member of the AEFE network. Serving 1,700 students from 40 nationalities aged 3 to 18 (maternelle to terminale), the school delivers the French national curriculum with strong baccalauréat and brevet pass rates. Accredited by AEFE and ADEK, with tuition $7,000-$16,000 per year. Strong fit for francophone expat families.
Key facts
- Curriculum: French taught at Lycee Louis Massignon.
- Tuition: $7,000–$16,000/yr published annual range.
- 40 nationalities top: French.
- Ages: 3-18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: AEFE, ADEK verified.
1,700
40 (French)
Fixed intake
AEFE, ADEK
About Lycee Louis Massignon
Lycée Louis Massignon Abu Dhabi is a French school in Abu Dhabi.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- Learning support: limited
- In-house specialist staff listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —EAL/ESL support for non-English speakers not stated
Questions to ask the school
- What in-house learning-support specialists do you employ (SENCo, learning-support teachers, speech & language therapist, occupational therapist), and what is each one's caseload?
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- What level of English is required for entry, and what EAL/ESL support is provided for a child still learning English?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $7,000 – $16,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | Dirham 34450-Dirham 52210 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $13,000(+13%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $14,500 |
| Cost position in Abu Dhabi | 80th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Registration AED 1,500. Tuition ranges AED 26,000-59,000 by grade. French national curriculum leading to Baccalaureat. AEFE network school — subsidized fees for French nationals. Exam fees AED 1,500-3,000. Uniforms not required. Transport AED 4,500-7,000/year.
French
French Baccalauréat
English
limited
Yes
Yes
Recommended neighborhoods
Al Bateen, Al Khalidiyah, Corniche, Al Mushrif
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Abu Dhabi
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Common: French
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
Registration AED 1,500. Tuition ranges AED 26,000-59,000 by grade. French national curriculum leading to Baccalaureat. AEFE network school — subsidized fees for French nationals. Exam fees AED 1,500-3,000. Uniforms not required. Transport AED 4,500-7,000/year.
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