École Française Jean de La Fontaine is a French National Curriculum school in Rawai, Phuket, Thailand. Founded in 2021. Annual tuition ranges from $7,280 to $9,520 USD.
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Published fees
$ 7,280–$ 9,520 per year.
Budget beyond the sticker price. Assume the real annual spend is 5–15% higher than the headline fee. Hidden costs typically include: registration fee, acceptance deposit (usually one term's fees, refundable at the end of schooling), uniform + sports kit, trips and expeditions, individual music tuition, exam entry fees, travel to/from home.
Ask the Bursar for a sample "all-in" first-year invoice before committing.
About
École Française Jean de La Fontaine is a French-English bilingual school located in Rawai, Phuket, Thailand, offering classes from maternelle (preschool) through collège (middle school). The school emphasizes small class sizes of maximum 12 students, a nurturing pedagogical approach that encourages initiative, creativity, and critical thinking. It operates in a calm, green environment and supports a multicultural community.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Fully bilingual French-English education (60% French, 40% English) following the official French national curriculum. Small class sizes capped at 12 students. All-inclusive fees covering meals, snacks, uniforms, and school supplies. Calm green campus shared with a Canadian programme. Personal development programme including yoga and meditation.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| CP | THB 260,000~$ 7,123 |
| CE1 | THB 260,000~$ 7,123 |
| CE2 | THB 260,000~$ 7,123 |
| CM1 | THB 260,000~$ 7,123 |
| CM2 | THB 260,000~$ 7,123 |
| 6ème | THB 260,000~$ 7,123 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: THB 260,000 - 340,000. Application fee: $1,120.
Admissions Process
- 1Review the registration overview and real-time enrolment availability by year level on the school's website. 2. Arrange a free trial class for the prospective student. 3. Submit enrolment documents and pay the non-refundable THB 40,000 annual registration fee (covers uniforms, meals, and insurance). 4. Receive confirmation of placement and start date. The school follows the French academic calendar beginning in early September.
Admissions Details
The school operates a waitlist system when classes reach full capacity. Real-time updates on class availability are published on the school's website.
School Day
Classes run from 8:20 am to 3:00 pm, Monday to Friday. The day is structured into 50-minute sessions with a morning break, a lunch period, and an afternoon snack break. All meals and snacks are provided as part of the school day.
Student Life
Uniforms are required and are included in the tuition fees.
Food is prepared on site by the on-site kitchen and served hot. Lunch is included in tuition, and there are morning and afternoon snacks daily. The kitchen accommodates dietary restrictions, and meals are served in the canteen or at shaded tables on the terrace and in the garden.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
The school highlights its calm, green environment as part of a nurturing educational setting. Through its personal development programme, students engage in yoga and meditation, which are intended to support stress management, self-confidence, and creativity.
Student Demographics
Curriculum by Stage
| Stage | Curriculum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool (Maternelle) | French National Curriculum | — |
| Middle School (Collège) | French National Curriculum | — |
| Primary (École Élémentaire) | French National Curriculum | — |
School Background
The French Jean de La Fontaine section is integrated into Lighthouse International School campus in Phuket. Part of Ecole Française Internationale group. Founded by Julien Bliècq.