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Strengths Sport, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
LFSD is a French school in Santo Domingo, contracted with AEFE. It delivers the French National Education curriculum from ages 3 to 18 across four cycles plus lycée (Seconde, Première, Terminale). LFSD's Baccalaureat provides direct access to higher education locally and abroad. The school emphasises a plurilingual environment with French as the language of knowledge; English and Spanish are taught from age 6, with EMILE and DNL integrated into the program. The curriculum is defined by France's National Education and recognised by the Dominican Republic's education system. The campus offers a sports program (football, rugby, basketball, girls' volleyball, sailing) and a robust arts program (theatre, visual arts, music) along with after-school activities. LFSD is a non-profit association that promotes democratic participation and sustainable development. It partners with clubs such as Náutico de Santo Domingo, Taekwondo, Ajedrez to enrich student life, preparing ethical citizens for higher education in Europe and America.
C. Rafael Damirón &, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
The Essentials
Lycée Français de Saint Domingue has 691 pupils, typical class sizes of 13, instruction in French.
Location
The Lycée Français de Saint-Domingue is located in Saint-Domingue, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. The street address is Rafael Damirón Esq. Jime9nez Moya, Centro de los He9roes, Saint-Domingue, Dominican Republic.
Stages
Maternelle (nursery/kindergarten); Elementary; Middle school; High school
Type
French international school; AEFE accreditation
Country affiliation
France (AEFE network)
Fees
Annual tuition at Lycée Français de Saint Domingue ranges from DOP 0 for 2026/27.
Application / first‑registration fee (2026–2027)
- Primera inscripción (paid once, per child): DOP 100,000 (French), DOP 149,000 (Dominican nationals), DOP 190,000 (other nationalities). Families already enrolled at LFSD receive a DOP 10,000 reduction on the first‑registration fee.
Annual tuition (by cycle, 2026–2027) — amounts shown are annual totals in Dominican pesos (DOP)
- Maternal (early years) - First child: Frances DOP 344,000 · Nacionales DOP 379,000 · Other nationalities DOP 478,000. - Second child: Frances DOP 309,600 · Nacionales DOP 341,100 · Other nationalities DOP 430,200. - Third child: Frances DOP 258,000 · Nacionales DOP 284,250 · Other nationalities DOP 358,500.
- Elemental (primary) - First child: Frances DOP 353,000 · Nacionales DOP 388,000 · Other nationalities DOP 490,000. - Second child: Frances DOP 317,700 · Nacionales DOP 349,200 · Other nationalities DOP 441,000. - Third child: Frances DOP 264,750 · Nacionales DOP 291,000 · Other nationalities DOP 367,500.
- Collège (middle school) - First child: Frances DOP 381,000 · Nacionales DOP 424,000 · Other nationalities DOP 526,000. - Second child: Frances DOP 342,900 · Nacionales DOP 381,600 · Other nationalities DOP 473,400. - Third child: Frances DOP 285,750 · Nacionales DOP 318,000 · Other nationalities DOP 394,500.
- Lycée (high school) - First child: Frances DOP 401,000 · Nacionales DOP 450,000 · Other nationalities DOP 566,000. - Second child: Frances DOP 360,900 · Nacionales DOP 405,000 · Other nationalities DOP 509,400. - Third child: Frances DOP 300,750 · Nacionales DOP 337,500 · Other nationalities DOP 424,500.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Invoices for tuition and related mandatory charges are issued by the accounting department and must be paid before the 5th of each month. Payments are treated as monthly obligations; the school applies payments to the oldest outstanding debt first. Late payments incur a 1.75% monthly penalty. Debts older than 90 days are subject to legal recovery.
- Invoicing currency and exchange: invoices are issued in Dominican pesos; payments may be made in euros, US dollars or Dominican pesos using the French chancery exchange rate for the month; the rate in force on the day of receipt of payment is used and any bank charges are borne by the payer.
Payment methods and bank details (options)
- Accepted methods: cheque, cash deposit, bank transfer, bank deposit; credit‑card payments are accepted in person at the school cashier for amounts permitted by the school. Cash payments are not accepted at the cashier for mandatory fees or additional charges above DOP 2,500. The school reserves the right to charge bank fees to the payer.
- Bank accounts provided for transfers (named to LICEO FRANCES DE SANTO DOMINGO, INC.): - Banco Popular Dominicano — Cuenta Corriente Pesos N 00 54 54 04 77. - Banco BHD León — Cuenta Corriente Pesos N 2450221‑0012. - Bank (Paris) — Banque Transatlantique / Paris (Euros) — IBAN: FR76 3056 8199 2600 0120 6890, BIC: CMCIFRPP. - Always indicate the family surname and month/activity in the payment description (school uses the first 30 characters). A receipt is emailed within eight days of payment.
Examination and other mandatory ancillary fees
- Official exam fees (2026–2027): DNB (3ème) DOP 4,000; Baccalauréat 1ère DOP 17,000; Baccalauréat Terminale DOP 20,000. These are charged in addition to the annual tuition where applicable.
- Other ancillary mandatory items and costs: - LFSD polo (required for outings) sold at reception: DOP 800. - ID card replacement: DOP 500. - Correspondence book (carnet de correspondance): DOP 200. - Costs for school trips, extra‑curricular activities, calculators, textbooks, and any items sold by the school are charged separately and are payable at the time indicated.
Discounts, sibling policy and pro‑rata on mid‑year arrival
- Sibling discounts: the published annual amounts show lower fees for the second and third enrolled children; the school explicitly applies a discount for second and third children as shown in the annual fee schedule. Families with children already enrolled benefit from a DOP 10,000 discount on the first‑registration fee. Any change of nationality in the pupil file affects the tuition level from the following month. Families who join during the school year receive a prorated discount on tuition; any month started is due in full.
Boarding
- Boarding is not applicable; no boarding fees are listed. Tuition and ancillary charges shown are for day schooling.
Refunds, absences and withdrawal
- First‑registration fees may be refunded under certain conditions; the school states that refunds for the first‑registration fee can be made in specific cases.
- Temporary absences (any duration) do not entitle the family to a reduction in tuition. Families who withdraw must pay for the entire month in which they leave. If outstanding debts are not paid, a pupil may be prevented from re‑enrolling until debts are cleared; paid tuition for the current school year may permit reinstatement if debts are resolved.
Summary of payment practicalities
- Annual tuition is published by cycle and by nationality; amounts above are the annual totals in DOP for the 2026–2027 school year. Tuition is billed monthly; invoices are due before the 5th of each month and may be paid in DOP, EUR or USD using the chancery exchange rate. Late payments incur 1.75% monthly interest and serious arrears lead to legal recovery procedures. Exam, uniform and other ancillary charges are invoiced separately as required.
Academics
Lycée Français de Saint Domingue teaches French Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
The curricula are defined by the French National Education and are recognized by the Dominican Republic's education system. The LFSD follows the French framework across four cycles and the lycée: Cycle 1 (PS, MS, GS); Cycle 2 (CP, CE1, CE2); Cycle 3 (CM1, CM2, 6e); Cycle 4 (5e, 4e, 3e) and the lycée (Seconde, Première, Terminale). The Baccalaureat delivered by LFSD provides direct access to higher education in the Dominican Republic. The LFSD emphasizes a plurilingual environment, with French as the language of knowledge; English and Spanish are taught from age 6, and EMILE (English-medium instruction) and DNL (disciplines taught in a language) are part of the program.
Student Teacher Ratio
705 students are expected in September 2025; the school has 51 teachers, giving a student-to-teacher ratio of about 14:1.
Higher Education Progression
The Baccalauréat delivered by LFSD provides direct access to higher education in the Dominican Republic.
Gifted and Talented
From grade 5 onward, Parcours avenir provides personalized guidance to help students plan their study and career paths, including orientation activities and internships.
Wellbeing
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
First foreign language: English. Spanish is mandatory in all classes. Second foreign language: Spanish; English. The school is AEFE-contracted and offers multilingual education based on the French national education programs, while integrating study of the history of the Dominican Republic.
Admissions
Admissions
Applications are open until Tuesday, March 31, 2026. The LFSD will accept applications for the 2026-2027 school year for students born in 2023 or earlier. For Kindergarten students, it is not necessary to speak French. Applications are submitted online at lfsd.eduka.school. Fees are payable in 10 monthly installments from June 2026 to May 2027. After your application is reviewed, you will be informed by email of the next steps. Personalized interviews begin in January 2026; responses to families begin in April 2026. Once the admission decision for your child is received, definitive admission is contingent on payment of enrollment fees, which must be paid by fixed deadlines. First-time enrollment fees: French nationals 100,000 DOP; Dominican nationals 149,000 DOP; other nationalities 190,000 DOP. Sibling discount for LFSD families on the first enrollment of a sibling: 10,000 DOP.
Scholarships
AEFE scholarships are available to children of French families living abroad. They are offered by local commissions established at diplomatic or consular posts and allocated after advice of a national commission established at the AEFE directorate. To qualify for AEFE scholarships, children must be French nationals and enrolled, or in the process of enrollment, at the French consulate. For more information, consult the AEFE site. The AEFE 2026-2027 scholarship campaign for French children living in the Dominican Republic has been published on the Embassy's site.
FAQs
What curriculum does Lycée Français de Saint Domingue follow?
The curricula are defined by the French National Education and are recognized by the Dominican Republic's education system.
What age range does Lycée Français de Saint Domingue serve?
The school serves students from age 3 to 18.
How many students attend Lycée Français de Saint Domingue?
The school has approximately 691 students.
Where is Lycée Français de Saint Domingue located?
The Lycée Français de Saint-Domingue is located in Saint-Domingue, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. The street address is Rafael Damirón Esq. Jime9nez Moya, Centro de los He9roes, Saint-Domingue, Dominican Republic.
When was Lycée Français de Saint Domingue established?
The school was established in 1978.
Who leads Lycée Français de Saint Domingue?
The school is led by Murielle Marius-Bertille.
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?
French is the language of instruction across all grades. Spanish is taught starting in Pre-Kinder, and English is introduced in CE2 (3rd grade).
How do I apply to Lycée Français de Saint Domingue?
Applications are open until Tuesday, March 31, 2026. The LFSD will accept applications for the 2026-2027 school year for students born in 2023 or earlier. For Kindergarten students, it is not necessary to speak French.
What extracurricular activities are available?
The LFSD offers theatre, visual arts, and music as extracurricular activities, along with dance. Theatre programs include general theatre production and performances, developing expressive and interpretive skills.
