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French Curriculum International Schools in Australia

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About international schools in Australia

French-curriculum international schools in Australia teach the French national curriculum and are usually part of the global French school network or operate under formal partnerships with it, which helps keep the programme aligned with France’s exams and diploma pathways. Instruction is French-led from the early years, with structured English tuition and many schools offering true bilingual streams so children can become fluent in both languages. Diploma pathways commonly include the French Baccalauréat and, in some schools, the international variant (BFI) or the International Baccalaureate, which supports university entry worldwide. Fees vary by location and age but are often lower than comparable private bilingual schools because some French-network establishments receive financial support while still charging standard tuition and extras; places are concentrated in major cities, so families relocating should plan applications well before term start and consider continuity if they expect to return to France.

Compare 3 French Curriculum international schools in Australia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average AUD 10,516), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 3 schools · avg fee AUD 10,516
Schools listed
3
Curricula
4
Average annual fee
AUD 10,516
Fee range
AUD 265 – 16,200
Most common curriculum
French Curriculum (3 schools)
Average school size
1,241 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Telopea Park School - Lycee Franco-Australien de Canberra
Oldest
Telopea Park School - Lycee Franco-Australien de Canberra (1923)

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FAQs for Australia

What curriculum and final qualifications do French international schools in Australia follow?
These schools follow the French national curriculum used across the AEFE network and affiliated institutions, preparing students for French national assessments such as the Brevet and the French Baccalauréat; some schools also offer the international French Baccalaureate (BFI) or the International Baccalaureate diploma as alternative senior pathways. That alignment makes a pupil’s studies portable between France and other French schools abroad.
Will my child be taught only in French or is there a bilingual programme?
Most French-curriculum schools teach primarily in French from early years while providing regular English lessons and, in many cases, fully bilingual classes or streams so children develop literacy in both languages. The balance of French and English varies by school and year group, so check each school’s language-provision details and entry requirements for non-French speakers.
How much do these schools typically cost and what extra charges should I expect?
Tuition levels differ by city and by age; while exact fees vary, guidance for bilingual and international schools in Australia suggests primary tuition commonly sits in the mid-to-high private-school bracket and senior years are more expensive, with French-network schools often running somewhat below comparable bilingual private schools because of network support. Expect additional costs for enrolment or registration fees, transport, meals, uniforms and exam or activity levies, and look for published fee schedules when comparing schools.
When should we apply and how flexible are intake dates for relocating families?
Application timelines vary by school but the main intake follows the Australian school year, so families planning a move should begin enquiries and submit applications several months before the term start; many schools also operate rolling admissions or maintain waiting lists for mid-year entry, especially at older year levels. For international students some schools publish specific enrolment and CRICOS information, so contact admissions early to allow time for interviews, language assessments and any visa paperwork.
Will a French Baccalauréat be recognised for university entry in Australia?
The French Baccalauréat is a recognised secondary leaving qualification and can be used for university admission in Australia, although application processes and any required equivalence information differ by institution and course. If you intend to apply to Australian universities, check each university’s admissions office for how they treat the French Bac and whether subject prerequisites or conversion calculations apply.
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