Lycée français international de Tokyo is a FrBacc school in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1967. Annual tuition ranges from $8,457 to $10,400 USD.
Location & Getting There
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Key Details
Scholarships Available
French government scholarships administered through the French Consulate and AEFE network. Eligibility requires: French nationality, residence in Japan with at least one parent, registration with the Consular Section of the French Embassy in Tokyo, minimum age of 3 by December 31 of the enrollment year, and enrollment at LFI Tokyo from preschool through Terminale. Awards depend on household resources and AEFE budget allocations; a social inquiry may be required. Scholarships granted for one academic year and must be renewed annually. A sibling reduction is also applied from the second child enrolled per trimester on tuition fees. AEFE consular scholarship recipients receive a 34% reduction on extracurricular activity fees.
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About
Lycée français international de Tokyo is a co-educational French international day school located in Kita-ku, Tokyo, Japan. It serves students aged 3 to 18 and offers the French Baccalaureate curriculum with instruction in French and Japanese.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
LFI Tokyo follows the official French national curriculum from preschool (Petite Section) through Terminale and is part of the AEFE network, ensuring continuity with French education worldwide. The school offers trilingual pathways in French, English, and Japanese from early years through the baccalaureate, including dedicated International Sections (Japanese SIJ and American SIA) at secondary level. With over 1,575 students representing more than 60 nationalities, it provides a highly international community with strong university guidance for pathways in France, Japan, and globally.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Collège (French nationals) | JPY 1,506,200~$ 10,008 |
| Primaire (French nationals) | JPY 1,305,400~$ 8,674 |
| Collège (Japanese nationals) | JPY 2,076,600~$ 13,798 |
| Maternelle (French nationals) | JPY 1,435,800~$ 9,540 |
| Primaire (Japanese nationals) | JPY 1,775,600~$ 11,798 |
| Lycée High1 (French nationals) | JPY 1,610,000~$ 10,698 |
| Maternelle (Japanese nationals) | JPY 1,963,600~$ 13,047 |
| Lycée High1 (Japanese nationals) | JPY 2,196,300~$ 14,593 |
| Primaire PARLE (French nationals) | JPY 1,378,100~$ 9,157 |
| Collège (Other foreign nationals) | JPY 2,203,400~$ 14,641 |
| Primaire (Other foreign nationals) | JPY 1,884,000~$ 12,518 |
| Maternelle PARLE (French nationals) | JPY 1,508,600~$ 10,024 |
| Maternelle (Other foreign nationals) | JPY 2,083,400~$ 13,843 |
| Lycée High1 (Other foreign nationals) | JPY 2,327,700~$ 15,466 |
| Lycée High2-3 Regular (French nationals) | JPY 1,568,000~$ 10,419 |
| Lycée High2-3 Regular (Japanese nationals) | JPY 2,154,200~$ 14,314 |
| Lycée High2-3 Regular (Other foreign nationals) | JPY 2,285,800~$ 15,188 |
| Collège International Section (French nationals) | JPY 1,671,100~$ 11,104 |
| Primaire International Section (French nationals) | JPY 1,464,100~$ 9,728 |
| Lycée High1 International Section (French nationals) | JPY 1,768,600~$ 11,751 |
| Lycée High2-3 International Section (French nationals) | JPY 1,712,400~$ 11,378 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: ¥1,262,200 - 1,552,300. Application fee: $4,020.
Admissions Process
- 1Pre-inscription via Eduka platform (families must reside in Japan for the full school year). 2. Gather required documents: student photo, passport, vaccination certificates, school Exeat, prior year school reports, medical certificate if needed, SEN documents if applicable. 3. Submit online pre-registration form and documents through Eduka before the campaign deadline (January 8–30, 2026 for 2026–2027). 4. School reviews files by deposit date; admission decisions communicated by email in March 2026. 5. If approved, pay non-refundable first registration fee (JPY 380,000 for French nationals; JPY 600,000 for non-French). 6. Optional advance deposit of JPY 19,250 per child to secure place pending scholarship decisions. 7. Language section placement finalised in spring after admission. 8. Complete enrollment dossier including transfer certificate and latest school reports to finalise registration.
Admissions Details
LFI Tokyo operates a waitlist when available places are limited. Total intake can fluctuate between March and June as spots open. Waitlisted families are contacted by email when a place becomes available. Families advised to monitor email including spam folders and contact the school secretariat if an expected notification is delayed.
School Day
Morning drop-off window 08:00–08:20. Lunch provided on-site with three catering options (demi-pensionnaire, bento, or externe). School day ends in mid-afternoon, with bus users departing around 15:50. After-school care (Garderie) runs from end of classes to a booked slot with snack and transition time. A holiday programme (Centre Aéré) runs during school breaks from 08:30 to 17:00. Morning extended care available from 07:30–08:30.
Student Life
On-site meals provided in kitchens and cafeterias on both the Main Building and the Annex. Three options: Demi-pensionnaire (meals provided every school day), Bento (students bring or buy unit meals), and Externe (external, available after Seconde only). Canteen fees are billed trimesterly. A medical absence of more than five classroom days may justify a canteen rebate on presentation of a medical certificate.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Infirmary staffed by three qualified nurses operating on weekdays, providing daily care and psychological listening and relational support coordinated with families and teaching staff. Health programme includes prevention and health education covering nutrition, sleep, and physical activity. Plans for chronic conditions (PAI) can be established for appropriate accommodations. Emphasis on transparent communication with families and ongoing health and wellbeing education.
Dedicated security team responsible for prevention and crisis response to protect people and property. Site-specific security protocol for Takinogawa updated in 2021. Regular drills and age-appropriate safety guidance conducted. Families informed via the Eduka portal and school's X security account. Framework emphasises preparedness, clear information flow, and coordination with school leadership and external partners.
Student Demographics
School Background
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