Lycée Français de Séoul
International School in Seoul
Quick answer
Lycée Français de Séoul offers the French national curriculum leading to the Baccalauréat. Well-suited to families seeking a premium families. At $10,290,000–$16,200,000/year, it sits below the Seoul average — offering strong value. Graduates leave with French Baccalaureate and Brevet.
Key facts
- Curriculum: French leaving qualifications include French Baccalaureate and Brevet.
- Tuition: $7,622–$12,000/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 22 (max 25) Seoul international school · 560 students total.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at For primary, they start at 8:30 am For middle school and high school at 8am.
- Accreditations: AEFE verified.
560
22 avg / 25 max
Rolling
AEFE
French Baccalaureate and Brevet
About Lycée Français de Séoul
Lycée Français de Séoul (French School of Seoul, LFS) is the only school accredited by the French Ministry of National Education for all levels from Kindergarten to High School (3 to 18 years old) in South Korea. In a supportive multilingual and multicultural environment, LFS welcomes students of all nationalities and offers a stimulating French and international education which best prepares them to the Baccalaureate and to higher education in France and around the world.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $7,622 – $12,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | ₩10290000-₩16200000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $12,111(+23%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $13,611 |
| Cost position in Seoul | 13th percentile(budget-friendly) |
French
French Baccalaureate and Brevet
National Diploma of Brevet French Baccalaureate
100% success
German, Spanish, Korean
Upon recommendation of the teacher and in agreement with the parents, the student may benefit from Complementary Pedagogical Activities (APC), during or outside school hours. These APCs include activities adapted to the needs of the students, individual support or help with homework. Their purpose is to help students keep up in class and acquire the necessary common core skills. They may also be designed to address selected aspects of the school's general project or various educational projects.
Yes
Yes, we offer a Bridge Class dedicated to non-French speaking students in elementary school. A teacher specialized in teaching French as a foreign language supports students from CP to CM2 (grade 1 to 5) in elementary school in their language learning and helps them integrate their regular class.
For primary, they start at 8:30 am For middle school and high school at 8am – For primary, 3:15 pm except on Wednesday (11:30am)
Yes
Yes for vegan not for the others
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