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Taught languages French, English, Arabic, German, Spanish
Strengths Languages, STEM, Performing Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies
Stages Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
The Lycée Français d'Alexandrie is a French international school in Chatby, Alexandria, run by Mission Laïque Française (MLF Monde) and affiliated with AEFE. It follows a French homologated curriculum with French as the base language and hosts an American International Section that is bilingual and bicultural through cooperation with the United States. The American section adds English language and American culture components, while the standard timetable is 30 hours weekly for sixth grade; the section includes American language and literature, with total English and Arabic instruction of six hours. Examinations for the Diplôme National du Brevet and the Baccalauréat include components linked to the American program, and the International Section leads to a diploma with the American option recognized in Anglo-Saxon higher education. Entry to the International Section is decided by an eligibility commission. The school operates across two sites, Pharaons for elementary and Chatby for higher levels, with a CDI library, a science laboratory, and a music program. Extracurriculars include a student journal for HGGSP and a YouTube channel.
Lycée Français d'Alexandrie has 826 pupils, instruction in French, English.
Location
The school is located at 92 El Eskandar El Akbar, Chatby, Alexandria, Egypt. It is situated in the Chatby district of Alexandria, Egypt. The postal address is 92 El Eskandar El Akbar, Chatby.
Type
The school is a French Lycée in Alexandria.
Country affiliation
Egypt
School day structure
The school is open Sunday to Thursday from 7:15 to 17:00 according to the school calendar.
Fees
Application fees - A non‑refundable registration/first‑time admission fee is required at initial enrolment; the school sets this fee at the time of registration and issues an invoice to be paid to the school's accounting office.
Tuition fees by school year (term and annual amounts) - The Lycée Français d'Alexandrie issues a detailed fee schedule that lists tuition by level (maternelle, élémentaire, collège, lycée) and by payment period (term or annual). Specific amounts per level and per term for the 2026/27 academic year are not posted on the public pages; families must obtain the current fee schedule directly from the school's accounts office to receive the exact per‑term and per‑year figures.
Billing schedule and payment terms - The school issues an invoice showing required payment dates and acceptable payment plans (for example, single annual payment or split payments by trimester/term). Exact billing dates, late‑payment penalties, and any available installment plans are specified on the school's official fee schedule and in the school's financial regulations; these will be provided when you request the fee schedule from the school's accounting office.
Boarding fees (if applicable) - No boarding or internat facilities are listed for the Lycée Français d'Alexandrie; the school operates as a day school for pupils in its published contact and establishment information. Therefore boarding fees do not apply.
Other costs and typical additional charges - Additional charges commonly invoiced by the school include (but are not limited to): school meals/demi‑pension or restauration, school transport (bus), exam registration fees, school insurance, school supplies or textbook fees, extracurricular activity fees, and uniform costs where applicable. Amounts and whether each item is charged are detailed in the school's fee schedule and by level.
Refund information - Refund conditions (for example: refundability of registration deposits, prorating of tuition after withdrawal, or reimbursement rules) are set out in the school's financial regulations and the invoice terms. Specific refund rules and any required notice periods are provided by the school's accounts office on the official fee document.
Fee payment options - Accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer/wire, local currency cash, credit card, or cheque) and bank details for payments are provided on school invoices and by the accounting office. The accounting office will issue the invoice with the exact payment instructions and any required reference to ensure correct allocation of payments.
How to obtain the full, level‑by‑level fee schedule for enrollment (practical step for parents) - Request the current fee schedule and the school's financial regulations directly from the Lycée Français d'Alexandrie accounting office or main reception. The school's contact details are: 92 El Eskandar El Akbar – Chatby – Alexandrie, Egypt; phone: 03 5904959 or +20 123 4567 89; switchboard: 03 5904955. The school office hours are Sunday–Thursday, 07:15–17:00 according to the school calendar. The accounting office will provide: the application (first‑registration) fee amount, tuition per level and per term/year, billing schedule and deadlines, any available sibling discounts or exemptions, ancillary fees (meals, transport, exams, uniforms), refund conditions, and accepted payment methods.
Academics
Lycée Français d'Alexandrie teaches French Curriculum.
Curriculum
The Lycée Français d'Alexandrie offers a French-homologated curriculum with French as the base language of instruction. It is a bilingual and bicultural program created through bilateral cooperation with the United States, known as the American International Section. In addition to standard disciplines, there is a substantial English-language component (3–4 hours per week) plus courses on American culture and history (1.5–2 hours). The standard timetable is 30 hours per week in sixth grade, and in the American Section an additional 3–4 hours per week of American language and literature are added over 36 weeks; English and Arabic language instruction total 6 hours in the standard timetable. Examinations for the Diplôme National du Brevet and the Baccalauréat include specific components linked to the American program, and the International Section leads to a diploma with the American option that is recognized in Anglo-Saxon higher education. An eligibility commission validates entry into the International Section and meets at the end of each school year to decide continuation.
Higher Education Progression
Higher education pathways include access to United States higher education and, more generally, Anglo-Saxon higher education.
Wellbeing
Safeguarding
Education Assistants (AED) supervise and support secondary students under the authority of the principal. They supervise students during recess, between classes, during movements, and at entry and exit times, and oversee outings and school trips. They supervise students during written work and study hours, monitor attendance, and verify punishments. They assist with communication with families, replace the receptionist, and serve as the class monitor for certain classes under the supervision of the principal. They handle administrative life of the secondary school, including updating the directed studies file, the student follow-up file, and the school-life file, and collaborate with the school doctor in organizing exams and distributing documents to students and teachers.
Admissions
Admissions
1. The new student registration campaign for the upcoming school year 2022 will begin on Monday, January 10, 2022. 2. Pre-registration will be online this year, according to a procedure that will be communicated here at the launch of the campaign. Alexandria, December 15, 2021. Christian NONNENMACHER, Principal.
FAQs
What curriculum does Lycee Francais d'Alexandrie follow?
The school follows the French national curriculum and provides French-medium instruction. It is part of the Mission Laique Francaise global network of French schools abroad.
What age range does the school serve?
The school serves students aged 3 to 18, covering the full French educational pathway from maternelle through to terminale.
What language is used for instruction?
French is the primary language of instruction, following the standard French-medium approach used across Mission Laique Francaise schools worldwide.
Is the school part of a global network?
Yes, Lycee Francais d'Alexandrie is part of the Mission Laique Francaise network, connecting it to French schools across the globe.
Where is the school located?
The school is located in Alexandria, Egypt, serving the French-speaking and international community in the city.
How are admissions handled?
Registrations are handled through the school's admissions portal. Families can apply online for places across all year groups.
What qualifications do students achieve?
Students follow the French national curriculum towards the French Baccalaureate, providing internationally recognised qualifications for university entry in France and worldwide.
Is the school co-educational?
Yes, the school welcomes both boys and girls from maternelle through terminale.
What is Mission Laique Francaise?
MLF is a global network of French schools abroad that promotes French-language education and intercultural understanding worldwide. Lycee Francais d'Alexandrie operates within this framework.
What makes the school distinctive?
As the French-language school in Alexandria, it provides the complete French national curriculum pathway for families seeking francophone education on Egypt's Mediterranean coast.
