Lycée International Français de São Paulo
International School in São Paulo
Quick answer
Lycée International Français de São Paulo offers the French national curriculum leading to the Baccalauréat, as a large campus with 1,250 students. Well-suited to families seeking a premium families. Tuition of $56,381–$65,559/year is in line with São Paulo averages. Graduates leave with French Baccalaureate and Brevet.
Key facts
- Curriculum: French leaving qualifications include French Baccalaureate and Brevet.
- Tuition: $11,276–$13,112/yr published in USD, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 22 (max 27) São Paulo international school · 1,250 students total.
- 18 nationalities top: French.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at 7:50 am.
- Accreditations: AEFE verified.
1,250
18 (French)
22 avg / 27 max
Rolling
AEFE
French Baccalaureate and Brevet
About Lycée International Français de São Paulo
Lycée International Français de São Paulo is a French international school in Sao Paulo.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states meaningful learning-support provision — still confirm it fits your child's specific need.
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: moderate
- In-house specialist staff listed
- Educational psychologist available
Not published
- —EAL/ESL support for non-English speakers not stated
Questions to ask the school
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $11,276 – $13,112 |
| Annual tuition (USD) | R 56381-R 65559 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $13,394(+10%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $14,894 |
| Cost position in São Paulo | 25th percentile(budget-friendly) |
French
French Baccalaureate and Brevet
Baccalauréat français général Baccalauréat international français – Brazilian Portuguese language Certificate of completion recognised by the MEC Brevet (9th year)
100% successfull
English, Spanish, German, Latin, Greek
It always depends on the student’s specific needs.
Yes
7:50 am – Primary: 2:50 pm, Wednesday - 12:30 pm Middle school: 5:00 pm, Wednesday - 12:30 pm High school: 6:00 pm
Yes
Yes
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At a Glance
Fee Position in São Paulo
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: French
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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