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Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Lycée Français Jules Supervielle is a French international school in Montevideo, linked to the AEFE network and governed by two associations, the Société Française d'Enseignement (SFE) and AEFE. The school offers a plurilingual program with French and Spanish taught from early years, and English introduced in first grade. Cambridge International Examinations recognizes the school as a preparation center, with international exams taken in primary and secondary. The pedagogical approach follows AEFE framework through its educational project and emphasizes project-based learning and independent inquiry. In early years, a double-teacher model blends French and Spanish instruction in primary, supporting a pluricultural environment. In secondary, vocational guidance accompanies academic pathways toward the Baccalauréat, opening access to universities worldwide. The campus hosts athletic facilities, including a sports field for hockey, rugby, and football and indoor gym; cultural and sports activities are part of life. The school is located at Benigno Paiva 1160, Montevideo, Uruguay.
Lycée Français Jules Supervielle has instruction in French, Spanish.
Location
Montevideo, Uruguay.
Stages
16 levels of education; 15 levels homologated; from Very Small Section through Terminale.
Type
A French school in Montevideo following the French curriculum.
Country affiliation
France (AEFE network)
Fees
Application / Registration (Matrícula) - Annual registration fee (MATRÍCULA) is charged at inscription and is payable at the time of enrollment. The annual registration fees are: UYU 13,650 for Pre‑school; UYU 15,020 for Primary (1º–5º); UYU 24,595 for Secondary (6ème–Terminale).
Exam fees and assessment charges - Terminale exam fee: UYU 19,250. - Première exam fee: UYU 8,190.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Monthly payments: tuition may be paid in ten monthly installments. The first installment is due at the moment of inscription and is collected together with the annual registration fee; the remaining installments are due between the 1st and the 15th of each month, beginning in March. - Trimestral payments: tuition may be paid in three instalments. The first instalment is due at inscription together with the annual registration fee; the second instalment is due between June 1 and 15; the third instalment is due between September 1 and 15. - Annual payment: tuition may be paid in a single annual payment at inscription. A 5% discount is granted for annual payments made by the early‑payment deadline specified for the admission round (the published early‑payment deadline for the 2026 enrollment period was December 19, 2025). The 5% discount applies only to inscriptions paid before that deadline.
Discounts and sibling / alumni concessions - Sibling discounts (cumulative up to a maximum of 20% per pupil): 2 children — 10% discount for each; 3 children — 15% discount for each; 4 children — 20% discount for each. - Children of alumni: 5% discount for the first child.
Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable; the Lycée operates as a day school and does not publish boarding or residential fees.
Other recurring or ancillary costs - “Extensión lúdica” (after‑school care / supervised extension time 15:30–17:30): UYU 3,200 per month (flat monthly charge regardless of the number of weekly hours used). - Activities labeled “extracurricular” (sports, cultural activities, summer colony, etc.) are charged separately and are not included in the standard tuition tariffs; individual activities and summer programs show separate enrollment fees and conditions. Example: summer‑camp early enrollment fee noted as UYU 3,500 (inscripciones bonificadas) with a higher rate after the early deadline. - Cambridge preparation and certification costs integrated into regular schooling: preparation for Cambridge KET/PET certifications is included in the published tuition. Other optional external certifications or activities may carry separate charges. - Uniforms, books, school supplies and optional materials are not itemized in the published tuition schedule and, where applicable, are charged separately by family purchase or specific program billing.
Refunds and cancellation terms - No general, detailed refund policy for year‑round school tuition is published in the school's standard admissions fee information. For certain short programs (for example, the published summer colony enrollment form), once an inscription is completed for that program a cancellation is not permitted (“Una vez realizada la inscripción, no se realizan bajas” for the summer colony). Families should treat camp/program registration as non‑refundable where that condition is explicitly stated.
Fee payment methods and practical payment handling - The published fee materials set out installment options and dates but do not itemize which payment instruments (credit card, bank transfer, cash, cheque, direct debit) are accepted in the public fee schedule. The school publishes a finance contact (Adm. Tesorería) for payment administration and billing inquiries. Use the school's finance contact for confirmation of accepted payment methods and to arrange payment.
Billing and administrative contacts - The school lists a finance/treasury contact (Adm. Tesorería) for billing and administrative matters; families should use the listed finance contact when making payments, requesting invoices or clarifying billing items.
Academics
Lycée Français Jules Supervielle teaches French Curriculum.
Curriculum
The school is plurilingual and teaches French and Spanish from early years, with English introduced in first grade. Cambridge International Examinations recognizes the school as a preparation center, and students take international exams in primary and secondary. The curriculum emphasizes project-based learning with individualized projects and includes vocational guidance in secondary. The Baccalauréat certifies the completion of studies and opens access to universities worldwide. The pedagogy follows the AEFE framework as defined in the school's educational project.
Exam Results
All students earned the Baccalauréat. Students also sit international Cambridge examinations as part of the school's program for primary and secondary levels.
Higher Education Progression
Graduates can enter universities around the world after completing the Baccalauréat.
FAQs
General information: Where is Lycée Français Jules Supervielle located and what areas does it serve?
The school is in Montevideo, Uruguay, at Benigno S. Paiva 1160, 11300 Montevideo. It serves a full range of levels from early years through Terminale (16 levels in total, with 15 homologated). The curriculum is plurilingual (French-Spanish from early years) with English introduced in first grade, following the AEFE framework.
General information: What is the overall curriculum and educational approach?
The school uses a plurilingual French international curriculum, teaching French and Spanish from early years and English from first grade. Cambridge International Examinations recognizes the school as a preparation center and students take international exams in primary and secondary. The Baccalauréat certifies completion and AEFE governs the educational project.
General information: How is the school governed and connected internationally?
Lycée Français Jules Supervielle is part of the AEFE network and operates with governance between two associations: SFE (Société Française d'Enseignement) for administration and finances, and AEFE for educational standards. The school is located in Montevideo and maintains Franco-Uruguayan collaboration within that network.
Fees and admissions: What are the annual registration fees by level?
Annual registration (MATRÍCULA) fees are: 13,650 UYU for Pre‑school, 15,020 UYU for Primary (1º–5º), and 24,595 UYU for Secondary (6ème–Terminale). These are paid at inscription and with enrollment.
Fees and admissions: How are tuition fees structured and what are the payment options?
Tuition is published per level and can be paid in ten monthly installments, three trimesters, or as a single annual payment. The first installment is due at inscription together with the annual registration fee; subsequent installments are due between the 1st and 15th of each month, starting in March (for monthly payments).
Fees and admissions: Are there discounts or sibling/alumni benefits?
Yes. Sibling discounts apply cumulatively up to 20% per pupil: 10% for two children, 15% for three, and 20% for four children. Children of alumni receive a 5% discount for the first child.
Academics: What languages are taught and when does English begin?
French and Spanish are taught from early years, with English introduced in first grade. The school emphasizes a plurilingual education, supported by Cambridge exam preparation.
Academics: What exams and qualifications do students take, and what are the results?
The school is a Cambridge exam preparation center with international exams in primary and secondary. All students earn the Baccalauréat, enabling access to universities worldwide after graduation.
Academics: What opportunities exist for higher education and career guidance?
Graduates can enter universities around the world after the Baccalauréat. Vocational guidance is provided in secondary, and there are forums (Foro de Profesiones and Foro de Estudios Superiores) that connect students with universities and professionals globally.
Facilities: What sports and physical facilities does the campus offer?
The campus includes a sports field for hockey, rugby, and football and an indoor gym, supporting a broad range of sports and physical activities.
Facilities: What academic and learning facilities support project-based learning?
The school emphasizes critical thinking and autonomous, self-directed learning. Its facilities and teaching approach support project-based and cross-disciplinary learning across subjects.
Facilities: Are there spaces for clubs, after-school activities, and extra programs?
Yes. After-school options run from 15:30 to 17:00, with an extended period (Extensión lúdica) from 15:30 to 17:30. Extracurricular activities and camps are offered and charged separately.
Beyond the classroom: What extracurricular activities and clubs exist?
A wide range of sports and cultural activities complement the curriculum, including a major format that links acting, singing, dancing, and staging, plus sports and cultural events, camps, and weekend tournaments.
Beyond the classroom: Are there leadership or university liaison programs for students?
Secondary students can participate in the Foro de Profesiones and Foro de Estudios Superiores, which connect them with universities and professionals worldwide; recent editions featured more than 90 exhibitors.
Language provision: How is multilingual education implemented beyond classroom lessons?
From early education, French and Spanish are taught in parallel to build bilingual proficiency, with English introduced in first grade, creating a pluricultural learning environment.
Language provision: What role does Cambridge play in language and assessment?
Cambridge is recognized as the exam center, and students take Cambridge international exams as part of the primary and secondary programs.
Wellbeing and support: What information is available about wellbeing, SEN, or safeguarding?
The provided data does not specify formal SEN/EAL, safeguarding policies, or dedicated mental health services. Wellbeing is supported through sports, cultural activities, and safe after-school options.
Wellbeing and support: How does the school support student wellbeing through activities?
Sports and cultural activities are used to support student wellbeing, and there are structured after-school and weekend options to provide safe, supervised time.
School culture: Is wearing a uniform required at Lycée Français Jules Supervielle?
Yes. Uniforms are required and wearing the complete uniform is part of student obligations.
School culture: Is boarding offered or is it a day school?
Boarding is not applicable; the Lycée operates as a day school.
