French International School of Yangon Joseph Kessel is a French Curriculum school in Yangon, Myanmar. Annual tuition ranges from $3,500 to $15,900 USD.
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About
The French International School of Yangon Joseph Kessel (LFIR) is a non-profit, AEFE-affiliated French international school in Kamaryut Township, Yangon, Myanmar, offering the French national curriculum to students aged 2 to 14 (TPS through 4ème). The school serves a diverse community of 15 nationalities, with approximately 65% international students, and provides language support for non-French-speaking students via the FLE/FLSco programme. Instruction is conducted in French and English, with over 20 after-school activity options available in a secular, inclusive campus environment.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| TPS full-day | USD 5,500 |
| TPS half-day | USD 3,500 |
| Maternelle (PS/MS/GS) | USD 9,500 |
| Collège (6ème/5ème/4ème/3ème) | USD 11,500 |
| Élémentaire (CP/CE1/CE2/CM1/CM2) | USD 11,100 |
Original currency: USD 3,500 - 15,900. Application fee: $1,700.
Admissions Process
- 1LFIR accepts registrations from Toute Petite Section (age 2) to 4ème. Families must pay the initial one-time enrolment fee (USD 350–1,700 depending on level) to validate registration. Annual tuition is due in full by 31 July, with a two-instalment option available for an additional USD 100 service charge. All registrations are subject to unconditional acceptance of the school's financial regulations.
School Day
Primary school runs from 08:00 to 14:45 with no Wednesday afternoon classes. Snack is at 10:00am and lunch runs from 12:00 to 13:00, supervised by staff. After-school activities take place on campus at 15:00 or 16:00.
Student Life
Students bring their own snacks and lunch. Lunchtime is supervised and there are fridges and microwaves on site, with a small kitchen available to primary students; water is available throughout the campus.
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School Background
Non-profit educational institution affiliated with AEFE (Agency for French Education Abroad). Partly managed by a Management Committee of elected parent volunteers; the Association of Parents oversees governance. A student representative also sits on the School Council.