Lycée Français International de Tokyo
International School in Tokyo
Quick answer
Lycée Français International de Tokyo offers the French national curriculum leading to the Baccalauréat, with a highly diverse student body of 55 nationalities. At $8,143–$10,015/year, it sits below the Tokyo average — offering strong value. Graduates leave with French Baccalaureate and Brevet.
Key facts
- Curriculum: French leaving qualifications include French Baccalaureate and Brevet.
- Tuition: $8,143–$10,015/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 23 (max 27) Tokyo international school · 1,450 students total.
- 55 nationalities top: French.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at Between 8:00 a.m and 8:20 am.
- Accreditations: AEFE verified.
1,450
55 (French)
23 avg / 27 max
Rolling
AEFE
French Baccalaureate and Brevet
About Lycée Français International de Tokyo
The International French School in Tokyo is an establishment of the Agency for French Education Abroad (AEFE) within the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs which educates more than 350,000 students worldwide in 500 schools. AEFE provides pedagogical continuity worldwide, allowing easy transfers between AEFE schools for students.
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
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $8,143 – $10,015 |
| Annual tuition (local) | ¥1262200-¥1552300 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $12,779(+41%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $15,279 |
| Cost position in Tokyo | 18th percentile(budget-friendly) |
French
French Baccalaureate and Brevet
Brevet, French Baccalaureat
In 2020 : 100% has succeeded to French Baccalauréat.
English, Japanese, German, Spanish
unknown
Yes
Yes
Between 8:00 a.m and 8:20 am – Between 3:30 p.m and 6:00 p.m
Yes
Yes
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 Tokyo
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Common: French
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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