
Lycee Francais International Dubai
Part of AFLEC, Secular
Updated July 2026
The Lycée Français International de l'AFLEC (LFI) is an accredited French international school in Dubai offering the national French curriculum from kindergarten through to the final year of lycée. It serves a diverse student body across two campuses, Oud Metha and Mudon, with a focus on academic success and international orientation.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The school is committed to the success and personal development of each student within a unified and inclusive community. It emphasizes a high standard of well-being and academic excellence, operating as an establishment accredited by the French Ministry of National Education.
Programmes
The school follows the French national curriculum from maternelle (kindergarten) through to the terminale (final year of lycée). Key features include English language instruction for all students starting from the petite section of maternelle, personalized pathways in middle school (collège) for subjects like theatre and music, and specialized options at the terminale level. The school also provides instruction in Arabic, categorized as either native (ALM) or foreign (ALE) language learning depending on the student's background.
Outcomes
The school reports high academic achievement, with a 100% success rate in the DNB and the French Baccalaureate. It also maintains a very high level of student well-being, as recognized by the KHDA. Graduates are supported through a structured post-baccalaureate orientation programme that includes interventions from universities and higher education institutions.
Student support
Learning support
The school maintains an inclusive approach to education, with specific provisions for students with special needs. It provides a dedicated framework for inclusion and individual support to ensure the success and well-being of every student.
Frequently asked questions(3)
- What curriculum does Lycee Francais International Dubai offer?
- Lycee Francais International Dubai offers French National Curriculum.
- How much is tuition at Lycee Francais International Dubai?
- Annual tuition at Lycee Francais International Dubai is AED 44K–AED 66.5K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
- Where is Lycee Francais International Dubai located?
- Lycee Francais International Dubai is an international school in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Tuition & fees
Annual tuition by grade
2026-2027| Grade | Ages | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| PS | 3–3 | AED 44K |
| MS | 4–4 | AED 45K |
| GS | 5–5 | AED 46K |
| CP | 6–6 | AED 51K |
| CE1 | 7–7 | AED 51K |
| CE2 | 8–8 | AED 51K |
| CM1 | 9–9 | AED 52K |
| CM2 | 10–10 | AED 53K |
| 6e | 11–11 | AED 59K |
| 5e | 12–12 | AED 60K |
| 4e | 13–13 | AED 60K |
| 3e | 14–14 | — |
| 2nde | 15–15 | AED 66.5K |
| 1ere | 16–16 | — |
| Terminale | 17–17 | — |
Other fees(4)
| Uniform· Required, fees not specified | — |
|---|---|
| Materials· Books and supplies, fees not specified | — |
| Bus / transport· School transport, fees not specified | — |
| Meals· School catering, fees not specified | — |
Discounts
- Sibling discount: Grille 2 rates
Admissions
The school requires all students to be registered with the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) in Dubai, which is a mandatory process for enrollment. Families must submit specific documentation, including passports, Emirates IDs, and a Transfer Certificate (TC) from the previous school. The school provides a dedicated service to assist parents with these administrative requirements.
About the campus
The school operates across two campuses in Dubai: the Oud Metha campus and the Mudon campus. The facilities include dedicated administrative and support services for each site, such as infirmaries, transport coordination, and IT support. The school also emphasizes a digital learning environment, with connected classrooms implemented from the CM1 level.
Co-curriculars
The school offers a range of extracurricular activities, including cultural and sports programmes. Students have opportunities to participate in projects such as the 'Dictée Géante', school radio, and various artistic initiatives like theatre and music. Additionally, the school organizes events such as the 'Printemps des poètes' and educational outings to local cultural events like the Dubai Design Week.
- Alia EIDPRIO (Orientation en France)
- Marie ENJALBERTPRIO (Orientation à l'international)
- Meriem DOURIRelations KHDA
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