Lycee Francais International Marguerite Duras
International School in Ho Chi Minh City
Quick answer
Key facts
- Curriculum: French taught at Lycee Francais International Marguerite Duras.
- Tuition: $5,000–$11,000/yr published annual range.
- Ages: 3-18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: AEFE verified.
Not published
Fixed intake
AEFE
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
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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $5,000–$11,000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $9,500(+19%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $11,000 |
| Cost position in Ho Chi Minh City | 28th percentile(mid-range) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
AEFE network school. Registration VND 5,000,000. Tuition ranges VND 125-275 million by grade (partially subsidized by French government). Uniforms VND 1,500,000-2,500,000. Transport VND 18,000,000-28,000,000/year. Baccalaureat exam fees included.
French
limited
Recommended neighborhoods
District 9, Thu Duc City, Binh Thanh, District 2
At a Glance
Fee Position in Ho Chi Minh City
Budget-friendlyClass size: Not published
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