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Lycée International de Londres Winston Churchill

LIL

Secular, Founded 2015

Updated July 2026

Co-edGender
800Students
0.12:1Student : teacher
Non-profitOwnership

Curriculum

Accreditations

Languages

English flagEnglishFrench flagFrench

Lycée International de Londres Winston Churchill is an independent, co-educational, bilingual international school for students aged 3 to 18. It offers a rigorous academic programme that combines French and English curricula to prepare students for an unpredictable world.

Term structure

Three terms

Programme tracks

French Track

French bilingual secondary education pathway

International Track

English-medium international secondary education pathway

Teaching approach

Guided by the principle of 'Excellence Through Care,' the school places student wellbeing and intellectual development at the heart of its operations. It aims to foster critical thinking, collaboration, and risk-taking, encouraging students to become responsible, open-minded, and principled global citizens. The school celebrates diversity and promotes a culture of community and ethical action.

Programmes

The school offers a bilingual education from Nursery through to Year 13. The Nursery and Reception years feature a French-English immersion programme, while the Primary section (Year 1 to Year 6) balances instruction between the two languages. In Secondary, students choose between the International Track, leading to IGCSEs and the IB Diploma, or the French Track, leading to the Diplôme National du Brevet (DNB) and the Baccalauréat Français or Baccalauréat Français International (BFI).

Outcomes

The school consistently achieves high academic results, including a 100% pass rate in the Baccalauréat and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma. Students frequently receive high-level mentions in their exams and go on to attend world-class universities globally. The school has also received numerous accolades, including the ISA Senior School of the Year Award 2022.

Student support

EAL support
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Learning support
Dedicated department

Learning support

The school prioritizes student wellbeing and provides tailored support for diverse learning needs. Specialist teachers are available for English as an Additional Language (EAL) and French as an Additional Language (FLE) to support students at different proficiency levels. The school also maintains a dedicated Head of Wellbeing Services and works with occupational health practitioners to ensure a supportive environment.

Frequently asked questions(5)
What curriculum does Lycée International de Londres Winston Churchill offer?
Lycée International de Londres Winston Churchill offers IB Diploma and IGCSE.
How much is tuition at Lycée International de Londres Winston Churchill?
Annual tuition at Lycée International de Londres Winston Churchill is £11.3K–£29.3K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
What accreditations does Lycée International de Londres Winston Churchill hold?
Lycée International de Londres Winston Churchill holds accreditations including CIS, AEFE and IB.
Is Lycée International de Londres Winston Churchill co-educational?
Lycée International de Londres Winston Churchill is a co-ed school.
Where is Lycée International de Londres Winston Churchill located?
Lycée International de Londres Winston Churchill is an international school in London, United Kingdom.

Tuition & fees

Annual tuition by grade

2026-2027
Annual tuition by grade
GradeAgesAnnual
Pre-Reception/PS Full Time3–4£18.9K
Pre-Reception/PS Half-day3–4£11.3K
Reception/MS4–5£22.7K
Year 1/GS5–6£19.4K
Primary6–11£18K
French Track Secondary Collège 6ème-3èmeFrench Track11–15£18K
Lycée 2nde-TerminaleFrench Track15–18£19.4K
International Track Secondary EIP/IBPD – Year 7-13International Track11–18£29.3K
Other fees(4)
Other fees
Application fee· Per student, non-refundable. Applicable from January 1, 2026. Inclusive of any applicable taxes.£192
Registration fee· First child: £1,800. Second Child: £1,560. Third and subsequent children: £1,320. CFBL students registering for 2nde or Year 11: £1,320. Applicable from January 1, 2026. Inclusive of any applicable taxes.£1.8K
Deposit· Refundable Deposit (per student). Returned once final account is settled. Applicable from January 1, 2026.£1.1K
Meals· Annual lunch fee. Does not qualify for sibling discount.£1.4K

Discounts

  • Sibling discount: 5%

Admissions

The school welcomes applications for students aged 3 to 18. Prospective families are encouraged to attend Open Days, book a 15-minute Zoom call with the admissions team, or schedule a 40-minute private tour. Applications are submitted online, and the school provides a brochure for further information.

Calendar

The academic year is divided into three terms, typically running from early September to early July. The calendar includes scheduled autumn, winter, and spring half-term breaks, as well as various bank holidays. Mandatory staff professional development days are integrated throughout the year, during which no classes are held.

Facilities

LibrarySports fieldGymnasiumTennis courtsScience labsMusic roomTheatre / auditoriumDining hallPlayground

About the campus

Located on a 5-acre campus in Wembley Park, the school occupies the former Brent Town Hall, a Grade II-listed Art Deco building. Facilities include light-filled classrooms with Apple TV, a web-library, a sports hall, three outdoor sports courts, and specialized science, arts, and technology labs. The campus also features a canteen serving hot meals, green spaces for outdoor learning, and an on-site Forest School programme for younger students.

Co-curriculars

The school offers an after-school programme and holiday camps to extend learning beyond the classroom. Students participate in various initiatives, including a student-led Green Committee, which focuses on sustainability and environmental projects. The school also hosts sports activities, art competitions, and e-sports tournaments.

  • Mireille Rabaté
    Mireille RabatéHead of School / Proviseur

    Mireille Rabaté is the Founding Head of School who led the creation of the Lycée International de Londres Winston Churchill in 2014. She has an extensive international career in education, having held senior leadership roles in France and the USA, including at the French-American International School in San Francisco. She holds a Maîtrise de Lettres Classiques from Université de Paris 1-Sorbonne.

  • Julien Astruc
    Julien AstrucHead of Secondary School

    Julien Astruc is the Head of Secondary School. He holds a PhD in nuclear and particle physics and has extensive experience in international education, having spent fifteen years at the French American International School in San Francisco in various roles including science teacher and Head of the Science Department.

  • Minisha Bist
    Minisha BistHead of Primary School

    Minisha Bist is the Head of Primary School. She has two decades of experience in London's education sector, including roles as Deputy Head at a Montessori school and Head of EYFS and Nursery at Glendower Preparatory School. She holds a degree in Business and Computing and a Montessori teaching qualification.

  • Hannah Abrahams
    Hannah AbrahamsHead of Wellbeing Services

    Hannah Abrahams is the Head of Wellbeing Services. She holds a professional qualification in psychological counselling and a master's in child developmental psychology, with a fifteen-year career in Higher Education focusing on inclusive practice and student mental health. She is a former Trustee and Secretary of the University Mental Health Advisors Network (UMHAN).

  • Laurent Batut
    Laurent BatutChief Operating Officer

    Laurent Batut is the Chief Operating Officer. He is an anglophile who previously taught English and North-American history and served as Deputy Cultural Counsellor at the French Embassy in London, where he contributed to the opening of CFBL and Lycée Churchill. He has also worked as an education consultant globally.