Victor Hugo Lycée Français de Sofia
International School in Sofia
Quick answer
Victor Hugo Lycée Français de Sofia offers the French national curriculum leading to the Baccalauréat. At $11,780–$14,683/year, it sits below the Sofia average — offering strong value. Graduates leave with French Baccalaureate and Brevet.
Key facts
- Curriculum: French leaving qualifications include French Baccalaureate and Brevet.
- Tuition: $11,780–$14,683/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 20 (max 25) Sofia international school · 819 students total.
- 16 nationalities top: Bulgarian and French.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at 8:30 am.
- Accreditations: AEFE verified.
819
16 (Bulgarian and French)
20 avg / 25 max
Rolling
AEFE
French Baccalaureate and Brevet
About Victor Hugo Lycée Français de Sofia
French Lycée Victor Hugo of Sofia counts over 800 students aged 2 to 18, from 16 different nationalities. It is accredited by the Agency for French Education Abroad (AEFE). Our school provides public educational services for both French families living abroad and international students. Lycée Victor Hugo promotes the study of French language, as well as an in-depth understanding of French culture and values.
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.
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $11,780 – $14,683 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 11780 лв-14683 лв |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $14,432(+9%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $15,932 |
| Cost position in Sofia | 9th percentile(budget-friendly) |
French
French Baccalaureate and Brevet
Brevet & Baccalaureat (final)
100 % success on the Baccalaureat
Bulgarian, English, German, Spanish
unknown
Yes
8:30 am – Between 3:30 and 5:30 pm depending on the age
Yes
Vegetarian
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Sofia
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: Bulgarian and French
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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