Lycee Francais International Jacques Prevert d'Accra

LFIA is located at 6 Bathur Street East Legon, Accra, Ghana. The postal address is PO BOX 1813 Cantonments, Accra. The school sits in the East Legon area near Cantonments.

Maternelle (nursery) through elementary (PS–CM2) and secondary (collège and lycée) are offered. The nursery enrolls children from age 3; the elementary covers ages 6–11; the secondary includes junior high (collège) and senior high (lycée).

The school is a French international school with bilingual instruction in French and English.

Personalized support, homework assistance, and language support are provided.

Ghana. The school is located in Accra, Ghana.

Primary class times are 8:00am–11:30am and 1:00pm–2:30pm; Wednesday hours are 8:00am–12:00pm; Break time is 11:30am–1:00pm; Extracurricular activities run 2:30pm–4:30pm. Secondary class times are 8:00am–5:40pm on most days and 8:00am–12:15pm on Wednesdays; Lunch is 12:15pm–1:25pm; Breaks are 9:55am–10:20am and 3:25pm–3:40pm.

LFIA follows the French education framework for Primary and Secondary education and offers examinations in French education (Baccalaureate and Brevet/DNB). The school prepares students for language certifications in French, English (IGCSE) and Spanish (DELE). From kindergarten through primary, about 30% of weekly teaching is delivered in English, including 3 hours of English language proficiency (literature, spelling, grammar, conjugation, written and oral expression) and 4.5 hours of CLIL (content and language integrated learning) across various subjects. The British Council collaborates to enable CM2 students to take the APTIS test, and extracurricular activities in English are available. The school emphasizes pursuing studies in top French and international schools and universities.

LFIA publishes 2025 results for BAC, DNB and APTIS, with multiple performance indicators such as pass rates, honors and grade distributions. BAC results show a 50% success rate with honors and high marks (Very Good and Good) across graduates; DNB shows 100% success with honors and high marks, and APTIS results are reported as well. CEFR-level attainment is noted, with 100% of students reaching A1 at CM2, A2 by the end of the third year, and reaching B1 and B2 levels.

LFIA aims for students to pursue studies in top French and international schools and universities.

Wellbeing and mental health are addressed within LFIA's Living Together and Belonging to a Community framework. The school promotes the values of respect and solidarity and encourages actions to strengthen LFIA's identity among all members of the school community. Wellbeing and mental health are supported by helping children learn to express their emotions. Staff receive training in psychosocial skills, relaxation techniques, and stress management. The plan also promotes a healthy lifestyle through physical activity, rest-friendly timetables, and education on sleep and nutrition. A school psychologist and infirmary conduct check-ups, and there are stress and wellbeing surveys to monitor student wellbeing.

LFIA implements a Dispositif d'Inclusion Linguistique (DIL) to support allophone pupils. The DIL provides a bridging scheme and presents language pathways from nursery through secondary school. It aims to diversify language provision and improve communication with parents, including a welcome booklet for families and enhanced reception for newcomers.

From kindergarten to CM2, English represents 30% of weekly teaching. Three hours per week are dedicated to English language proficiency: literature, spelling, grammar, conjugation, and written and oral expression. Four hours and thirty minutes per week are devoted to CLIL (Teaching of a Subject Integrated into a Foreign Language): arts, sport, sciences, geography and some mathematics. The British Council is partnered to enable CM2 students to take the APTIS test, which assesses grammar, vocabulary and skills such as speaking, writing, reading and listening according to CEFR levels. The school also offers extracurricular activities in English, including sports, arts or cultural activities.

Wellbeing and mental health are addressed through LFIA's focus on living together and belonging to a community, including helping children learn to express their emotions. The plan supports staff training in psychosocial skills, relaxation and stress management, and promotes healthy lifestyles with sport, appropriate timetables and lifestyle education. A school psychologist and infirmary check-ups are provided, with stress/wellbeing surveys and participation in wellbeing training to monitor and improve student mental health.

LFIA promotes respect and solidarity and aims to strengthen LFIA's identity among all members of the school community, with a clear school code of conduct and harmonised rules of life. The school emphasizes student governance, responsibility and community service as part of safeguarding. A security coordinate role exists to manage safety incidents and enforce safety protocols, ensuring crisis response procedures are in place.

Pre-registration for the 2025–2026 academic year is open. Step 1: To register a new student, complete a pre-registration form. For families with children already enrolled at LFIA, use the pre-registration form tutorial for existing families; for new families, create an account and start the pre-registration process. Step 2: For primary school applications, arrange an appointment with the headmistress and assemble the administrative file; for secondary school applications, assemble the administrative file. Step 3: Applications are reviewed and replies are sent 2 to 6 weeks after receipt of administrative documents, subject to space availability and administrative confirmation. From CP onward, a placement test is organized for students who have not previously attended a French school or who do not belong to the AEFE network; non-French-speaking pupils have placement tests in their mother tongue. The first registration fee must be paid before entry. All non-Ghanaian children aged 6 and over must present a non-citizen identity card at registration.

2025–2026 Announcement from the French Embassy in Ghana: The second campaign for submitting scholarship applications for the 2025/2026 school year is open until September 25, 2025. Files must be submitted complete to the consular section of the French Embassy. Updated documents for any application are available below or at the Scholarships 2025-2026 page; the consular section remains available for further information. Contact details: The French Embassy in Accra consular section is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., by appointment only. To make an appointment, call 0302 21 45 50 or email consulat.accra-amba@diplomatie.gouv.fr.