Lycée Français de San Francisco
LFSFSecular, Founded 1967
Updated July 2026
IB MYP
AEFE
CIS
Cognia
The Lycée Français de San Francisco is an international, bilingual private school serving students from preschool through high school. It offers a dual-track program—the French Track and the IB-powered International Track—designed to empower students to become adaptable global thinkers.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The school’s mission is to provide academic excellence through an authentically French and international education while prioritizing a caring environment. It aims to cultivate global thinkers and leaders by instilling four fundamental values: curiosity, respect, empathy, and excellence.
Programmes
The school offers two primary academic pathways: the French Track, based on the French Ministry of National Education’s curriculum, and the International Track, which is powered by the International Baccalaureate (IB) and includes the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP). The curriculum spans from preschool (starting at age 2) through high school, with a Global Learning program that integrates educational travel into the curriculum from primary school through Grade 12.
Outcomes
The school prepares students for universities worldwide through a bilingual and international education, including the IB Diploma Programme. Graduates are supported by college counseling, and the school tracks the success of its alumni, with the Class of 2026 serving as a recent example of its college-bound student body.
Student support
Learning support
The school prioritizes a caring environment and inclusive community, guided by principles of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB). It offers financial aid to support socio-economic diversity, with 24% of students receiving aid in the 2024-2025 school year, and provides college counseling services to support students in their post-secondary transitions.
Frequently asked questions(4)
- What curriculum does Lycée Français de San Francisco offer?
- Lycée Français de San Francisco offers IB MYP and IB Diploma.
- What accreditations does Lycée Français de San Francisco hold?
- Lycée Français de San Francisco holds accreditations including IB, AEFE, CIS and Cognia.
- Is Lycée Français de San Francisco co-educational?
- Lycée Français de San Francisco is a co-ed school.
- Where is Lycée Français de San Francisco located?
- Lycée Français de San Francisco is an international school in San Francisco, United States.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The school accepts applications on a rolling basis throughout the year. The admissions process includes an inquiry, a family interview, and an age-appropriate assessment, such as parent-administered videos for preschool applicants. Decisions are made by an Admissions Committee based on feedback from the admissions and academic teams.
Calendar
The school operates on a standard academic year with key deadlines, such as the January 18 application deadline for the primary notification date of March 11. The calendar includes various community events, arts nights, and seasonal breaks, with specific dates for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 academic years available.
Facilities
About the campus
The school operates across three campuses: the Ashbury Campus (Preschool–Grade 5), the Sausalito Campus (Preschool–Grade 5), and the Ortega Campus (Middle and High School). Facilities include specialized learning spaces, theaters for performances, and gymnasiums, with the school also utilizing various locations for its Global Learning travel program.
Co-curriculars
Students participate in a wide range of extracurricular activities, including athletics, drama, music, and student clubs. The school hosts events such as Arts Nights, drama masterclasses, and athletic challenges like Décathlon Week, and offers summer camps that feature activities ranging from gardening and cooking to sports and outdoor play.
Emmanuel TEXIERHead of SchoolEmmanuel Texier has served as the Head of School of the Lycée Français de San Francisco since 2017. He holds a degree in English Civilization, Language and Literature from the University of Paris-Sorbonne and a Bachelor’s in Linguistic Engineering from INALCO, and was awarded the Palmes Académiques in 2021.
Sonia BAILEYHigh School PrincipalSonia Bailey is the High School Principal at the Lycée. She holds degrees from ESCP Business School and the University of Pennsylvania, and previously spent over a decade at École Jeannine Manuel in Paris.
Stacy CHANDLERMiddle School PrincipalStacy Chandler is the Middle School Principal. She is a bilingual educator with over two decades of experience, including previous roles as Middle School Head at the French American School of Puget Sound and Ecole Bilingue de Berkeley.
Amina MAINEPrimary School PrincipalAmina Maine is the Primary School Principal at the Lycée. She holds a Master's in English Language and Literature and previously worked at the International School of Brooklyn before joining the Lycée in 2019.
Laurence CHAMPOMIERSAU Campus PrincipalLaurence Champomier is the SAU Campus Principal. She is a passionate educator with multiple teaching credentials who previously served as the Director of Dual Language Immersion at a public charter school in Oakland.
Natalie BITTONDirector of College CounselingNatalie Bitton is the Director of College Counseling. She holds degrees from McGill University and JFK University, as well as certifications in college counseling from UCLA and Harvard.
Amy DINHDirector of Enrollment ManagementAmy Dinh is the Director of Enrollment Management. She holds a BA from Stanford University and an MA in Organization & Leadership from the University of San Francisco, with over 15 years of experience in the education sector.