Lycee Francais International de Bangkok is a French school in Bangkok, Thailand. Founded in 1957. It serves 1,057 students for students aged 3–18. Annual tuition ranges from $616 to $10,511 USD.
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Scholarships Available
AEFE scholarships are available exclusively for French nationals from Petite Section de Maternelle (minimum age 3). Scholarships are awarded by AEFE after consultation with the Commission Locale de Bourses and can cover all or part of tuition, registration, canteen, transport, and International Section fees. Only MONTRI, the LFIB-approved transport provider, is eligible for transport scholarship coverage. Renewal is not automatic and must be applied for at the start of each school year. Family discounts apply regardless of nationality: second child receives 10% reduction on school and registration fees; third child onward receives 15% reduction.
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Fees & the true cost of attendance
Published fees
$ 616–$ 10,511 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
Lycee Francais International de Bangkok is a coeducational day school located in the Wangthonglang district of Bangkok, Thailand. The school offers a French-language curriculum and serves the international French-speaking community in Bangkok.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
French-language international school in Bangkok offering a French curriculum for the expatriate and local French-speaking community.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Seconde (Other) | THB 485,600~$ 13,304 |
| Première (Other) | THB 490,150~$ 13,429 |
| Terminale (Other) | THB 527,700~$ 14,458 |
| Elementary (Other) | THB 375,400~$ 10,285 |
| Seconde (FR/TH/EU) | THB 386,400~$ 10,586 |
| Junior High (Other) | THB 463,500~$ 12,699 |
| Kindergarten (Other) | THB 375,400~$ 10,285 |
| Première (FR/TH/EU) | THB 389,800~$ 10,679 |
| Terminale (FR/TH/EU) | THB 434,800~$ 11,912 |
| Elementary (FR/TH/EU) | THB 297,750~$ 8,158 |
| Junior High (FR/TH/EU) | THB 368,200~$ 10,088 |
| Kindergarten (FR/TH/EU) | THB 297,750~$ 8,158 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: THB 22,000 - 375,400. Application fee: $4,200.
Admissions Process
- 1Visit LFIB to review registration process, calendar, language options, tuition, catering, transport, and extracurricular activities. 2) Complete the Registration form via the LFIB registration portal, which schedules the school test and prompts payment of the THB 5,000 application fee. 3) Sit the school admissions test arranged as part of the registration workflow. 4) Submit required documents including birth certificate or family record book, passports for two parents and the student, health record with vaccination pages, current year attendance certificate, and school records for the current and previous year. 5) Pay the THB 5,000 application fee. 6) Receive confirmation once the registration file is complete. 7) Receive a welcome email two days after receipt of payment. 8) Purchase school supplies as part of the registration dossier.
Student Life
A decently dressed attire ('tenue vestimentaire décente') is required for all students as specified in the Primary Internal Regulations. The cap is worn daily due to sun exposure in the tropical climate.
LFIB provides school meals via Epicure Catering Co. Ltd since September 2020. A weekly menu is published on the Eduka parent portal. Canteen attendance is compulsory for students from Kindergarten to 3ème and optional for high school students. Annual canteen fees are THB 22,880 for Kindergarten/Primary and THB 24,540 for Secondary.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
LFIB has a paramedical health system. The infirmary is open every day from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Health provisions include a School Psychologist and Speech Therapy. There is a dedicated listening point for students.
LFIB has a Child Protection Charter that defines roles, responsibilities, reporting obligations, and procedures for safeguarding. The designated contact is the Responsible for Child Protection (RPE). The charter references Thai law (Child Protection Act 2003) and AEFE/UK guidelines, is reviewed annually, and applies to all students, staff, parents, visitors, and the school community. Annexes include external contacts and reporting procedures.
Student Demographics
Curriculum by Stage
| Stage | Curriculum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Primary (Ages 6-10) | French National Curriculum | Élémentaire — active pedagogy for core fundamentals; includes British International Section option |
| Early Years (Ages 3-5) | French National Curriculum | Maternelle — learning through play, language, and socialization |
| High School (Ages 15-18) | French Baccalaureate | Lycée — 100% success rate stated on site; includes British International Section |
| Middle School (Ages 11-14) | French National Curriculum | Collège — includes Brevet preparation |
School Background
LFIB is a French school recognized by the Agency for French Education Abroad (AEFE) and established under the patronage of the French Embassy. It is governed by a School Council (Conseil d'Etablissement) and a School Board (Conseil d'Ecole) with elected parent representatives. The Parent Association (APE) Board participates in finance, human resources, infrastructure, and canteen and extracurricular activities. Student representative bodies include the CVC (Middle School Life Council) and CVL (High School Life Council).