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Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction
Located in Tres Ríos near San José, Lycée Franco-Costaricien is a bilingual French international school for ages 2 to 18. It is homologated by the French Ministry of National Education and AEFE and is managed in tripartite collaboration with the Costa Rican Ministry of Public Education (MEP) and the AFCE. The school offers a cross-border curriculum that combines the French national program with the Costa Rican system, from Maternelle to Terminale, and enables a double diploma: the Costa Rican baccalaureate and the French baccalaureate. Diplomas include the Diplôme National du Brevet (DBND), the Baccalauréat, Costa Rican diplomas, and DELF–DALF. The Terminale year includes a 20‑minute oral exam and orientation toward higher education with personalized guidance via Parcoursup France. The American Section strengthens English and US history and literature and supports the International French Baccalaureate (BFI). The campus offers on-site dining (Grill & Fresh), lodging with host families, and door-to-door transport across 25 routes. Two libraries—the BCD for primary and the CDI for secondary—support reading and research, with project-based learning across sciences, arts, music and the environment.
De la casa de Pepe Figueres, 5, Ruta Nacional Franco-Costarricense km Noreste, Provincia de Cartago, Concepción, Costa Rica
The Essentials
Lycée Franco-Costaricien has 1,000 pupils, typical class sizes of 23, instruction in French, Spanish.
Location
Tres Redos, Costa Rica, on the road to Concepcif3n. The address is described as from the house of Jose9 Figueres, 5 km northeast, on the road to Concepcif3n de Tres Redos.
Stages
Maternelle (preschool) from TPS to GS; Élémentaire (elementary); Colle8ge (middle school) with the American Section and the Sports Section; Lyce9e (high school) including La Terminale.
Type
French international school, homologated by the French Ministry of Education and conventioned with AEFE; offers a double diploma: the Costa Rican baccalaureate and the French baccalaureate.
Country affiliation
France
Bus service
Bus service is provided by Transportistas Independientes Franco F.C.S. SA. It runs 25 routes to San Jose9, Heredia, and Cartago. All vehicles have a student transport permit from MOPT, INS insurance, and RTV license, and are equipped with seat belts. Door-to-door service is available, with an assistant accompanying students; kindergarten students are taken to their classrooms. The provider s office is opposite the school s main entrance. A contract is signed directly between each family and the provider; the school does not set tariff policy. A Transport Committee handles transport-related feedback.
Fees
Application / registration fees - Cuota inicial (pago único anual por matrícula): CRC 292,000.00. - Cuota de gastos anuales (pago único anual): CRC 11,000.00. - Cuota materiales especiales (aplicable a Preescolar): CRC 65,500.00 (único).
Tuition fees by year group (amounts shown as per the 2026 aranceles) - Preescolar (desglose): - Cuota inicial (única): CRC 292,000.00. - Cuota gastos anuales (única): CRC 11,000.00. - Cuota materiales especiales (única): CRC 65,500.00. - Total cargos de matrícula (único): CRC 368,500.00. - Primaria (desglose): - Cuota inicial (única): CRC 292,000.00. - Cuota gastos anuales (única): CRC 11,000.00. - Total cargos de matrícula (único): CRC 303,000.00. - Secundaria (desglose): - Cuota inicial (única): CRC 292,000.00. - Cuota gastos anuales (única): CRC 11,000.00. - Total cargos de matrícula (único): CRC 303,000.00.
Tuition recurring amount and annual totals - Cuota mensual general (todos los niveles): CRC 302,500.00 por mes. - Estructura de facturación estándar: diez (10) cuotas mensuales iguales por ciclo lectivo (febrero a noviembre). El pago mensual estándar total anual corresponde a CRC 3,025,000.00 (10 cuotas de CRC 302,500.00).
Descuentos y opciones de pago anual - Descuentos por familia (hermanos concurrentes): segundo hijo 5%; tercer hijo 10%; cuarto hijo en adelante 15% sobre la cuota mensual. Ejemplos de cuotas mensuales con descuento y totales anuales constan en la tabla arancelaria. - Descuento por pago anual adelantado: 3% sobre la anualidad (aplicable al monto equivalente a las 10 cuotas pagadas simultáneamente). El periodo para la cancelación de la anualidad con descuento vence el 28 de febrero (fecha indicada para 2026 en el arancel).
Billing schedule and payment terms - Periodicidad de facturación: diez (10) cuotas mensuales (febrero a noviembre). Fecha límite de pago mensual sin recargo: día 10 de cada mes. - Multas por mora: recargo del 3.5% mensual sobre el saldo adeudado en caso de demoras. - Pagaré: la formalización de la matrícula incluye la firma de un pagaré que cubre el monto total de las mensualidades (de febrero a noviembre) para el curso siguiente. - Recargo por pago de la cuota inicial fuera del período oficial de matrícula: recargo del 20% sobre el valor original de la cuota inicial si se efectúa posteriormente al período oficial; no aplica a nuevas inscripciones.
Payment methods (aceptados por la institución) - Medios bancarios: depósitos bancarios, transferencias electrónicas, cheques del sistema bancario nacional emitidos a nombre de la Asociación Franco Costarricense de Enseñanza, y rebajos automáticos desde cuentas autorizadas. - Tarjetas: transacciones con VISA, MASTERCARD y AMERICAN EXPRESS están aceptadas. - Efectivo: no se realizan transacciones en efectivo dentro de la institución. - Confirmación de pago: para depósitos o transferencias es necesario enviar comprobante al fax/WhatsApp o a las direcciones de correo indicadas por caja/gestión de cobros. - Comedor escolar: el servicio de comedor opera con un monedero electrónico (recargas en línea) o con tarjeta bancaria; SINPE Móvil dejó de usarse como método de pago desde el 30 de agosto de 2025. Los pagos de comidas se realizan exclusivamente mediante ese monedero o tarjeta.
Boarding / hospedaje (si aplica) - El Liceo facilita información sobre soluciones de alojamiento tipo “pensión” ofrecidas por familias externas, pero no gestiona internamente un internado con tarifa administrada por la escuela. Las condiciones y costes del hospedaje se acuerdan directamente entre la familia proveedora y la familia del estudiante; la institución no aplica una tarifa fija de internado.
Transporte escolar - El servicio de transporte escolar es proporcionado por una empresa/proveedor independiente y se contrata directamente entre la familia y el proveedor; la institución no aplica la política arancelaria del proveedor ni fija las tarifas de transporte.
Otros costes y cargos adicionales - Seguro estudiantil: a partir del período indicado en los documentos informativos, el rubro de póliza estudiantil ya no se cobrará de forma centralizada; cada familia debe adquirir la póliza a través del enlace autorizado indicado por la institución. - Útiles, libros y uniformes: la compra de útiles y uniformes se realiza mediante la tienda/boutique escolar o por canales autorizados en las fechas dispuestas (compras en línea y entrega presencial según calendario). Los importes varían por nivel y lista de materiales; hay un canal de venta y calendario de retiro indicados en la información de matrícula. - Comedor: tarifas de menús y consumos se gestionan a través del proveedor del comedor y el sistema de monedero; los pagos individuales de comidas se realizan mediante el monedero o tarjeta.
Refund and prorating policy - Retiros antes del día 10 del mes en curso: no se cobrará la cuota ordinaria mensual por ese mes si el retiro definitivo se efectúa antes del día 10. Ingresos posteriores al día 10 se cobrarán de forma proporcional respecto a los días restantes del mes. - No se efectuarán reembolsos de ciertos rubros (por ejemplo, cuotas iniciales, gastos anuales, materiales) en caso de que no se concrete la asistencia del estudiante; casos excepcionales podrán considerarse a criterio de la Gerencia Administrativa para rembolsar total o parcialmente.
Notas operativas sobre pagos - El calendario comercial para la matrícula y la adquisición de materiales (fechas de apertura del proceso de matrícula, venta de uniformes y retiro de materiales) se publica junto a la circular de matrícula y las instrucciones para usar la plataforma de gestión de matrícula y la tienda en línea. Las familias deben seguir las indicaciones para la adquisición y registro de pagos.
Academics
Lycée Franco-Costaricien teaches French Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 2 to 18.
Curriculum
The school offers education from Maternelle to Terminale, combining the French curriculum with the Costa Rican system. It is managed in tripartite collaboration by the French Ministry of National Education and AEFE, the Costa Rican Ministry of Public Education (MEP), and the AFCE, and it offers a double diploma: the Costa Rican baccalaureate and the French baccalaureate. Diplomas and certifications include the Diplôme National du Brevet (DBND), the Baccalauréat, Costa Rican diplomas, and DELF–DALF. The Terminale year prepares students for the French baccalaureate with new disciplines, a 20-minute oral exam, and a focus on orientation toward higher education, with personalized guidance via the Parcoursup France platform. The American Section strengthens English and deepens knowledge of US history and literature, and enables the International French Baccalaureate (BFI). Orientation and studies in France are provided by school counselors, with opportunities to study in France and abroad.
Exam Results
100% of students passed the Baccalaureate.
Higher Education Progression
AEFE network graduates go on to top universities and grandes écoles around the world, including Harvard, MIT, Stanford; Oxford, Cambridge, and the London School of Economics; HEC, Sciences Po, Sorbonne Université, Polytechnique; ETH Zurich; McGill and the University of Toronto.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Diversity and discrimination: a reflection with our students.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school has an American Section.
Mental Wellbeing
Psychology service is available under the health services; on-site nursing and a school doctor are available.
Safeguarding
The school has internal regulations and a student policy.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Documentos Informativos: The enrollment information package includes the Circular proceso de matrícula, Aranceles 2026, and Reglamento financiero, as well as the school supplies list for 1st grade through January 16, 2026. Access requires a secure personal device; sign in to francoenligne.org or enter the URL directly and log in or create an account under Mi Cuenta. The documents guide the enrollment process and specify the materials and fees for the upcoming year.
2. Proceso de Matrícula: The Gestión de matrícula LFC platform is the official secure medium to include, consult, and update student data. Enrollment for 2026 is available by level according to the calendar from December 2 to December 5, 2026. The process includes obtaining student insurance via the link in the circular; paying the tuition; entering the Enrollment Management module; updating or completing the medical form (activate the insured checkbox and enter the INS policy number), informed consent, rights to voice and image, and a promissory note. Finalize by clicking Crear matrícula; enrollment becomes official after verification, with a notification sent to the registered email within 48–72 hours.
3. Finalización y Confirmación: The enrollment is considered complete once the information is verified and the steps above are completed. The status changes to enrolled and a confirmation email is sent within 48 to 72 hours after finalization. Families should monitor the email on file for the confirmation.
4. Boleta de cargo y pagos: The enrollment portal provides an option to download the automatic billing slip. Tuition and fees for 2026 are described in the circular, and families are expected to complete payments as part of the enrollment process. The Descargar boleta de cargo automatico link makes the billing statement accessible as part of the steps.
FAQs
What curriculum does Lycée Franco-Costaricien follow?
The school offers education from Maternelle to Terminale, combining the French curriculum with the Costa Rican system.
What age range does Lycée Franco-Costaricien serve?
The school serves students from age 2 to 18.
What are the tuition fees?
Annual fees range from RMB 303,000 to RMB 3,025,000. Contact the school for the full fee schedule and any additional charges.
Is the school co-educational?
The school is described as co-educational.
How many students attend Lycée Franco-Costaricien?
The school has approximately 1,000 students.
Where is Lycée Franco-Costaricien located?
Tres Redos, Costa Rica, on the road to Concepcif3n. The address is described as from the house of Jose9 Figueres, 5 km northeast, on the road to Concepcif3n de Tres Redos.
When was Lycée Franco-Costaricien established?
The school was established in 1967.
Who leads Lycée Franco-Costaricien?
The school is led by Laurent Boy.
Does the school provide SEN support?
No SEN provision information is publicly available. Parents with children who need additional learning support should enquire directly with the school.
What languages are used for instruction?
Languages taught include French (with DELF–DALF certifications) and English (English instruction in the Sección Americana). The Sección Americana enables the French International Baccalaureate (BFI).
How do I apply to Lycée Franco-Costaricien?
1. Documentos Informativos: The enrollment information package includes the Circular proceso de matrícula, Aranceles 2026, and Reglamento financiero, as well as the school supplies list for 1st grade through January 16, 2026.
What extracurricular activities are available?
The Franco clubs include art and theatre (alongside football and chess). Students from TPS to Première participate in after-school activities to explore new passions and develop talents.
Is there a school bus service?
Bus service is provided by Transportistas Independientes Franco F.C.S. SA. It runs 25 routes to San Jose9, Heredia, and Cartago.
