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Taught languages French, Spanish, English, German, Portuguese
Strengths Sport, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction
Lycée Français Louis-Pasteur is a French international day school in Colombia, serving ages 3 to 18. It is affiliated with the French national education system and works with AEFE exchanges. The school offers the French national curriculum for collège (6e–3e) and lycée (Seconde–Terminale), including a Baccalauréat Français International – Anglophone section and a bespoke pathway that incorporates Colombian requirements (Social Sciences in Spanish and Spanish) and the Saber 11 exam. A placement test in Seconde and tailored options in Première and Terminale lead to the Baccalauréat Général or the International French Baccalaureate. The campus supports reading and research through Marmothèque (kindergarten), BCD (elementary), and CCC (6e–Terminale), with extensive print, media, and digital resources, plus E-Sidoc and librarian-led information-literacy sessions. Sport is central via UNSS and UNCOLI, with interschool competitions and opportunities to compete nationally and internationally. Extracurriculars include LYFMUN, Cine Club, Chess Club, and language clubs such as English and Russian, fostering a multilingual, globally oriented community.
Lycée Français Louis-Pasteur has 1,980 pupils, instruction in French.
Location
Located at Calle 87
7-77, 110221 Bogotá, Colombia. The school sits in a privileged, central area of Bogotá. It is in the heart of the city.
Stages
From maternelle (preschool) through terminale (senior high school).
Type
French international day school.
Additional learning support
An Inclusion team develops personalized support plans for students with educational needs. Plans cover students with disabilities (physical, mental), dyslexia, dyspraxia, dysorthography, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, language-development disorders (TDL), ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, newly arrived non-Spanish speakers (EANA), high-potential students, and students with illnesses or allergies.
Country affiliation
Affiliated with the French national education system.
Religious affiliation
Secular; no religious affiliation.
Fees
Scope and academic year
- Fees shown apply to the 2025–2026 academic year.
Application / pre‑registration fees
- A pre‑registration / application form fee is charged and is non‑refundable.
Tuition and enrollment fees by year group (amounts in COP)
- For each year group the school lists an annual enrollment charge (MATRÍCULA) and a monthly tuition charge (PENSIÓN MENSUAL). The school issues ten monthly tuition invoices (see billing schedule). The values published for 2025–2026 are: - Petite Section & Moyenne Section (prejardín / jardín 1) - MATRÍCULA: COP 3,118,486. PENSIÓN MENSUAL: COP 3,118,486. Estimated total payable for the year if paid in the monthly modality: MATRÍCULA + (PENSIÓN MENSUAL × 10) = COP 34,303,346. - Grande Section (jardín 2) - MATRÍCULA: COP 3,118,486. PENSIÓN MENSUAL: COP 3,118,486. Annual total (monthly modality): COP 34,303,346. - Primaria (CP–CE1–CE2–CM1–CM2 / transición / grados 1–5) - MATRÍCULA: COP 3,118,486. PENSIÓN MENSUAL: COP 3,118,486. Annual total (monthly modality): COP 34,303,346. - Collège – 6ème - MATRÍCULA: COP 3,118,486. PENSIÓN MENSUAL: COP 3,118,486. Annual total (monthly modality): COP 34,303,346. - Collège – 5ème / 4ème - MATRÍCULA: COP 2,944,122. PENSIÓN MENSUAL: COP 2,944,122. Annual total (monthly modality): COP 32,385,342. - Collège – 3ème - MATRÍCULA: COP 2,469,646. PENSIÓN MENSUAL: COP 2,469,646. Annual total (monthly modality): COP 27,166,106. - Lycée – 2de (grado 9º) - MATRÍCULA: COP 2,486,428. PENSIÓN MENSUAL: COP 2,486,428. Annual total (monthly modality): COP 27,350,708. - Lycée – Première (grado 10º) - MATRÍCULA: COP 2,486,428. PENSIÓN MENSUAL: COP 2,486,428. Annual total (monthly modality): COP 27,350,708. - Lycée – Terminale (grado 11º) - MATRÍCULA: COP 2,486,428. PENSIÓN MENSUAL: COP 2,486,428. Annual total (monthly modality): COP 27,350,708.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- The academic year is billed as ten (10) monthly tuition payments (pensiones) payable from September through June. Each month begun is considered due in full for invoicing purposes. Advance payment of the full year is permitted. - The enrollment fee (matrícula) is a single annual charge due at registration; late payment of matrícula incurs a 7% late surcharge. - Monthly payments (pensiones) do not include cafeteria, transport or other periodic or occasional charges; those are billed separately. Monthly invoices remain due even if the student is absent, on vacation, or otherwise not in class. - The school may pursue debt‑collection measures for unpaid accounts and may withhold re‑enrollment for students not “a paz y salvo” (not current on payments).
Discounts and special payment terms
- Family discounts: 2nd child = 5% on monthly tuition; 3rd child = 20%; 4th child and subsequent = 25% (applies to monthly tuition only; not to matrícula). Discounts are not cumulative and are not applicable where an employer pays the fees. - Early (full‑year) payment discount: a 5% discount applies to the total of the ten monthly payments when the responsible payer elects and completes prepayment for the full year by the stated deadline (payment must be made using authorized payment methods and before 30 September). The school notes an exception: full‑year prepayment is not possible with Davivienda credit card due to bank policy.
Boarding / residence
- The Lycée Français Louis‑Pasteur is a day school; no boarding or residential tuition category or boarding fees are listed.
Other costs and fees (charged in addition to matrícula and monthly tuition)
- Periodic charges: school cafeteria and school transport are billed separately as periodic charges. Other charges billed separately include socio‑educational activities, extracurricular activities, school trips, language exam fees, photocopies and printing, certifications and additional academic bulletins. - Textbooks are provided on loan at the start of the year and must be returned at year end; loss or damage triggers a replacement charge. - Calculators for Seconde / Première / Terminale may be offered for bulk purchase and are optional; if purchased through the school these are charged to the family. - Pre‑registration form fee and the cost of the application form(s) are non‑refundable.
Refunds and withdrawals
- Enrollment fee (matrícula): non‑refundable under any circumstances. Monthly paid amounts: if billing is monthly, there is no refund for a month once it has started. For families who prepaid the year and later withdraw, refund is possible only for complete months of service not yet provided; withdrawals occurring in April–June do not give rise to a refund. All refunds are subject to a 5% administrative deduction. Refund requests must be submitted in writing and include identification and bank certification.
Fee payment options and practical payment rules
- Accepted modalities include: a dedicated Diners credit card issued by Banco Davivienda under the school's convened program (the school facilitates inclusion in the Davivienda convention for families who choose this option); payments by a sponsoring company via bank transfer (company payments must be made by bank transfer and proof emailed to cartera@lfbogota.com); and transfers in Euros under specified conditions for payers meeting certain criteria. Payment receipts for bank transfers must be sent to cartera@lfbogota.com. Full‑year prepayment has specific rules and bank exceptions (e.g., Davivienda card cannot be used for full‑year prepayment).
Administrative and enforcement points (payment compliance)
- The family financial guardian signs and accepts the Financial Regulations and the educational contract; signing implies acceptance of billing schedules and payment modalities. Failure to keep accounts current may block re‑enrollment or access to services. Interest for late payment and collection costs may be applied as set out in the Financial Regulations.
Contact for billing queries
- The school's billing/treasury office is listed as cartera@lfbogota.com for invoices, transfer confirmations and refund requests.
(End of fee overview.)
Academics
Lycée Français Louis-Pasteur teaches French Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
The school follows the French national curriculum for both collège and lycée. Collège covers four years: 6e, 5e, 4e and 3e, with core subjects including French, Mathematics, History-Geography, Civic Education, Foreign Languages (English and German or Portuguese), Life and Earth Sciences, Physics-Chemistry, Technology, Physical Education, Arts and Music. In lycée, students study Seconde, Première and Terminale, with a placement test at the start of Seconde to assess proficiency in French and mathematics, and a personalized pathway in Première and Terminale with three then two specialty subjects, leading to the Baccalauréat Général. There is also a Baccalauréat Français International – Anglophone (BFI) section. The school offers ADN/AEFE exchanges, the PIX digital-skills platform, and Colombian Bachillerato requirements: two Colombian subjects integrated into the French program (Social Sciences taught in Spanish and Spanish). Saber 11 (ICFES) is prepared for and taken by Terminale students, and orientation is guided by the PRIO team, with university fairs and employment forums to help plan higher education.
Higher Education Progression
Orientation is built from collège and guided by the PRIO team, with ongoing activities to prepare students for higher education. A university fair for Première and Terminale features Colombian, French and other international universities, and a job/employment forum for Third-year students. The Saber 11 ICFES exam and the Baccalauréat pathways structure university admission in Colombia and abroad, with school support. The school provides individualized guidance to help students plan their higher education.
Gifted and Talented
The school offers personalized pathways tailored to each student's tastes, talents and ambitions.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Secondary School welfare team fosters a safe, caring, and trusting atmosphere that supports academic success. They promote dialogue, active listening, and individualized support for students facing difficulties. They develop citizenship and well-being by encouraging autonomy through participation in democratic bodies, promoting healthy lifestyles, and encouraging responsible behavior. They promote inclusion, respect for diversity, and work to prevent bullying and discrimination.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Students with Special Educational Needs include those with physical or mental disabilities; learning differences such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, dysorthographia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia; developmental language disorder; ADD or ADHD; and autism spectrum disorders. The school also supports newly arrived non-native-speaking students (EAL – English as an Additional Language / NAMS – Newly Arrived Migrant Students), students with chronic illnesses and/or allergies, high intellectual potential students, and those in difficult family or social situations or with itinerant status.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English as an Additional Language (EAL) includes Newly Arrived Non-native-speaking Students and Newly Arrived Migrant Students.
Mental Wellbeing
The Inclusion Team works with the school nurse and the school psychologist to monitor and support students' mental health and overall well-being.
Safeguarding
Daily safety and student well-being are ensured by monitoring absences, tardiness, and movement within the school; the welfare team maintains a visible presence in shared spaces; the code of conduct is enforced to promote respectful, value-based coexistence; and the team actively works to prevent conflicts, bullying, and discrimination.
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions: Providing your child with an education of excellence. Choosing the Lycée Français Louis Pasteur Bogotá from the age of 3 is choosing an education of excellence, founded on the values of French education and enriched by a stimulating international environment. Our school program enables children to: Acquire a solid mastery of French, the language of instruction; Open themselves to international culture from the early years of their schooling; Progress at their own pace, with respect for their personal development and individual needs. Through a caring yet demanding pedagogy that combines academic rigor with personal growth, our school forms responsible, respectful citizens with a critical mindset. The Lycée Français de Bogotá thus prepares young generations to meet the challenges of a world that is constantly evolving, multicultural and globalized. Documents to download: School calendar 2026-2027; School calendar 2025-2026; Tuition for the 2025-2026 school year; Establishment project; Internal regulations and school life handbook.
FAQs
What curriculum does Lycée Français Louis-Pasteur follow?
The school follows the French national curriculum for both collège and lycée.
What age range does Lycée Français Louis-Pasteur serve?
The school serves students from age 3 to 18.
What are the tuition fees?
Annual fees range from RMB 34,303,346 to RMB 34,303,346. Contact the school for the full fee schedule and any additional charges.
Is the school co-educational?
The school is described as co-educational.
How many students attend Lycée Français Louis-Pasteur?
The school has approximately 1,980 students.
Where is Lycée Français Louis-Pasteur located?
Located at Calle 87 #7-77, 110221 Bogotá, Colombia. The school sits in a privileged, central area of Bogotá. It is in the heart of the city.
When was Lycée Français Louis-Pasteur established?
The school was established in 1934.
Who leads Lycée Français Louis-Pasteur?
The school is led by Maxime Prieto.
Does the school provide learning support for students with special educational needs?
Students with Special Educational Needs include those with physical or mental disabilities; learning differences such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, dysorthographia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia; developmenta
What languages are used for instruction?
French is the base language of instruction. The BFI pathway uses English in its English-American mode. Spanish is taught as a required subject and students must achieve a level of Spanish to take Saber 11.
How do I apply to Lycée Français Louis-Pasteur?
Admissions: Providing your child with an education of excellence.
What extracurricular activities are available?
Cine Club invites film enthusiasts to study cinema beyond images, exploring messages and direction. Each term Cine Club organizes screenings open to the public to discuss themes studied in class, promoting cultural exchange.
