Ecole Française de Bâle
International School in Basel
Quick answer
Ecole Française de Bâle offers the French national curriculum leading to the Baccalauréat, with a 142-year track record in Basel. Tuition of $9,100–$31,200/year is in line with Basel averages. Founded in 1884.
Key facts
- Curriculum: French taught at Ecole Française de Bâle.
- Tuition: $9,100–$31,200/yr published annual range.
- Ages: Ages 1 to 12 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: AEFE verified.
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About Ecole Française de Bâle
Founded in 1884, the Ecole Française de Bale is the first French school abroad. It welcomes your children from 3 months to 11 years old. Located on two sites, the establishment consists of a daycare, a preschool section and an elementary section.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school hasn't published its learning-support or EAL provision — treat it as unconfirmed and ask directly.
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.
Not published
- —Learning-support provision not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —EAL/ESL support for non-English speakers not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $9,100 – $31,200 |
| Annual tuition (local) | CHF 9100-CHF 31200 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $21,800(+8%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $23,300 |
| Cost position in Basel | 14th percentile(budget-friendly) |
French
German, English
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