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EIFA International School London

36 Portland Place, London, W1B 1LS
French CurriculumBritish CurriculumEYFS (Early years foundation stage)ScholarshipsRolling Admissions
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Annual Fees$ 27,078 – $ 35,521
Ages2 – 14
Nationalities30+on campus

EIFA International School London is a French Curriculum / British Curriculum / EYFS (Early years foundation stage) school in London, United Kingdom. Founded in 2013. Annual tuition ranges from $27,078 to $35,521 USD.

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Location & Getting There

36 Portland Place, London, W1B 1LSOpen in Maps

NanaSays Scorecard

Est. 2013
Year Founded
30+
Nationalities
Boarding Available
Scholarships Available
EAL Support
SEN Support
Rolling Admissions

Key Details

Curricula Offered
French CurriculumYes
British CurriculumYes
EYFS (Early years foundation stage)Yes
Support Services
EAL SupportYes
SEN SupportYes
WellbeingYes
Bus ServiceNo
Accreditations
AEFE
Languages of Instruction
EnglishFrench

Scholarships Available

Merit-based Scholarships

Scholarships are available to existing pupils in Years 5–9 and to new pupils entering Middle School (Years 7–9) in English, French, or Mathematics. Awarded for academic excellence in one field of study and/or outstanding potential to succeed. Scholarships may not be held in more than one discipline. Only available to UK residents. Applications are discussed with the Head of School and a relevant subject specialist; invited pupils submit supporting documentation and complete an assessment. Final determination is made by the School Board.

Key facts

Founded
2013
Ages
2–14
Inspectorate
ISI

About

EIFA International School London is a boutique, independent, co-educational bilingual day school in Marylebone, London, serving approximately 150 pupils aged 2 to 14 across Nursery to Year 9. The school combines the French curriculum with the British curriculum framework, offering full bilingual immersion in French and English as an AEFE partner school with homologation from the French Ministry of Education. With 30 nationalities represented, small class sizes, and dedicated EAL, FLE, and SEN support, the school provides a multicultural, family-oriented environment in the heart of central London.

School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.

Why Families Choose

Bilingual French-English education combining the rigour of the French curriculum with the breadth of the British curriculum. AEFE partner school with homologation by the French Ministry of Education and DELF exam availability. Boutique setting of 150 pupils with 30 nationalities in a Grade II listed building in Marylebone. Dual-immersion approach supports all pupils regardless of home language, with both EAL and FLE provision. Small class sizes averaging 15 pupils.

Fees & Financials

Grade / YearAnnual Fee
Year 1GBP 25,584~$ 32,385
Year 2GBP 27,969~$ 35,404
Year 3GBP 27,969~$ 35,404
Year 4GBP 27,969~$ 35,404
Year 5GBP 27,969~$ 35,404
Year 6GBP 27,969~$ 35,404
Year 7GBP 25,851~$ 32,723
Year 8GBP 25,851~$ 32,723
Year 9GBP 25,851~$ 32,723
NurseryGBP 21,321~$ 26,989
ReceptionGBP 25,584~$ 32,385
Pre-NurseryGBP 21,321~$ 26,989

Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.

Original currency: £21,321 - 27,969. Application fee: $457.

Admissions Process

  1. 1Submit a completed and signed Application Form with a photograph, a non-refundable GBP 360 Admission Fee, official school transcripts including any standardised test results, and a copy of the child's passport or birth certificate. Step 2: The Admission Committee reviews applications weekly and informs parents by email within 3 working days. If a place is offered, parents must sign the EIFA Acceptance Form and pay a non-refundable GBP 2,400 School Entrance Fee to confirm registration by the deadline in the offer letter.

Admissions Details

Application Deadline
Rolling
Admission Deposit
$3,048
due on acceptance

School Day

Early years funding hours run from 08:30–11:30. After-school clubs run from 15:30 to 17:00 in English or French.

Student Life

Uniform

The school operates a non-uniform policy for day-to-day wear. Pupils are required to wear the EIFA PE kit for PE lessons and must have well-fitting trainers.

Food & Dining

Lunch is provided on site and water is available throughout the day. School lunch is compulsory unless medically exempt, charged at GBP 490 per term for 2025–2026.

Clubs & Activities
Arts and CreativeCultural and LanguageLifestyle and Wellbeing

Facilities & Programmes

Arts
Music
Drama
Visual Arts
Co-Curricular
Sports
Arts
STEAM
Coding
Drama
Private Music Tuition
Cultural Events

Wellbeing & Safety

Pastoral & Mental Health

A Senior Mental Health Lead supports pupil wellbeing. Mental wellbeing is integrated with safeguarding and PSHE provisions to promote resilience and coping skills. Staff receive ongoing training to recognise and respond to mental health needs, and the school aims to create a caring environment where pupils feel safe to discuss wellbeing concerns.

Safeguarding & Child Protection

EIFA has a Child Protection and Safeguarding policy based on Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024. Designated Safeguarding Leads and Deputy DSLs oversee safeguarding duties with named contacts for safeguarding roles and the Prevent programme. All staff receive safeguarding and online safety training at induction and at least annually. The policy covers online safety, confidentiality, record-keeping, whistleblowing, and safe transfer of pupil information.

Student Demographics

Age Range
214
Early Years
Primary School
Middle School
Nationalities
30+
countries represented on campus

School Background

Governance & Ownership

The school is governed by a board of directors. L'École Internationale Franco-Anglaise Limited owns the school. Proprietors are Sabine Dehon and Isabelle Faulkner; Chair is Isabelle Faulkner.

Frequently Asked Questions

Fees at EIFA International School London vary by year group. Contact the admissions office for a full fee schedule.