Global-mindedness starts with International Education! Families have many educational choices.
For global-minded folks, LFSF provides a unique solution. Curiosity, Empathy, Respect and Excellence: Welcome home! When looking for a school, parents come to LFSF for its reputation of academic excellence and the focus on multilingualism and critical thinking that our school built over the past 50+years.
They stay for the tight knit community of international families and call LFSF home.
From Preschool to Life: Limitless possibilities - No French required.
The secret is in the sauce. Ours starts in preschool, then is composed of 2 complementary tracks.
One is grounded on the comprehensive and highly structured French program; the other, IB powered, is our international track.
Together, they challenge and inspire children regardless of their language skills.
The quality of our services is only matched by the wide variety of programs offered. Our college admissions speak for themselves.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Yearly Tuition: $33,500
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Year Founded
1967
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$33,500
% on Financial Aid
21%
Admissions Director
Mireille Sagne
School Notes
- JOIN OUR INTERNATIONAL TRACK IN MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL The LFSF International Track welcomes students in Middle and High School with no French prerequisite. Its program is powered by the IB (International Baccalaureate), an organization recognized worldwide and that shares the LFSF focus on international-mindedness.
- A UNIQUE DUAL DIPLOMA The rigorous, English program of the International Track also includes an outstanding French language acquisition curriculum. It leads to the IB Bilingual diploma as well as the US High School diploma. This dual diploma us a strong advantage that will help you rise to the top of the admissions pool of the most competitive universities.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Lycee Francais de San Francisco LFSF cost?
Lycee Francais de San Francisco LFSF's tuition is approximately $33,500 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Lycee Francais de San Francisco LFSF?
The application deadline for Lycee Francais de San Francisco LFSF is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Lycee Francais de San Francisco LFSF located?
Lycee Francais de San Francisco LFSF is located in the Outer Sunset neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 6 other private schools located in Outer Sunset.
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