Why join for free?
Already have an account? Log In
Germany, Dusseldorf
Let the school know you're thinking of applying — they can share their prerequisites and help you through the process.
It's best to ask — circumstances can change at any time.
Curriculum follows the French Ministry of National Education and Youth from Maternelle to the Baccalauréat. A binational French-German AbiBac section enables students to obtain both the French baccalauréat and the German Abitur, while a European English section offers Baccalauréat options in English. The American International Section (SIA) prepares students for the Diplôme National du Brevet international option and the Baccalauréat Français International, with the European English section providing DNL courses in English. In 2024 the school reported a 100% pass rate at the Baccalauréat, and graduates go on to Grandes Écoles or international universities; the school hosts about 46 nationalities, reflecting its intercultural focus.
Students engage in cultural activities such as exhibitions, concerts, theatre performances, operas, film screenings and museum visits as part of school life. Extracurricular activities (APS) are led by highly qualified instructors and organized after school; day care on site includes arts and crafts as well as games and supervised study. These offerings cultivate imagination and talents while supporting well-being and social development.
German and English are taught alongside French from kindergarten; Spanish is offered from 4th grade and Latin from 5th grade. French language instruction follows the French national curriculum, with FLSco (French as a Language of Schooling) support for newcomers. Deutsch+ Elementary and Deutsch+ Collège integrate German into the curriculum; AbiBac binational studies enable simultaneous French bac and German Abitur; the English European section offers history and geography taught in English and the American International Section (SIA) provides bicultural instruction. English is introduced from the start of schooling, and the American and European English options culminate in the relevant bac mentions.
After-school activities (APS) support socialization and personal development, with activities designed to develop imagination and new talents and to promote well-being. APS runs after school from 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm and involves qualified instructors; day care also offers relaxation, supervised study and a range of activities. These programs contribute to academic success and peer connections.
The school is part of the AEFE network, emphasizing multilingualism, openness and excellence; it welcomes around 46 nationalities and maintains inclusive education to meet diverse needs. Governance includes a Parents Association (APE), a Board of Governors and an Establishment Council, with all bodies contributing to school development. The ADN-AEFE exchange program offers opportunities for student exchanges within the AEFE network, and the school participates in AEFE-supported scholarships and partnerships; inclusive education and support services are provided for students with special educational needs.
The leadership team includes Headmaster Philippe Kinder and Primary School Headteacher Claudine Chardon, supported by Administrative and Financial Director Michael Soprani-Dersch and other senior staff. The institution emphasizes active leadership, collaboration and continuous professional development among staff, with a focus on multilingualism, openness to cultures and developing students' autonomous learning and critical thinking. Governance and strategic planning are guided by the AEFE framework and school leadership.
The school prioritizes living well together in a safe, caring environment, with kindness at the center of all activities. The After-school program and day care provide structured, restorative activities, relaxation and social opportunities to support physical and emotional well-being. The school fosters a sense of safety, compassion and teamwork to help students pursue their dreams.
Lycée Français International Simone Veil is a French international school in Düsseldorf, part of the AEFE network, serving ages 3–18 across four sections: Maternelle, Élementaire, Collège and Lycée. Instruction is in French, with German as the host-country language from early years and English introduced from Moyenne Section. The AbiBac binational section links the French bac with the German Abitur, and the European English and American International Sections offer additional bac paths. The curriculum centers on the French Baccalauréat, with Abibac and BFI options and a shared core including science, philosophy, history-geography, languages, EMC and EPS; DNL is taught in a foreign language for enrichment. The school provides a secondary and primary library network (CDI/BCD), seven computer stations, and strong language provision. Sports feature prominently, with a Sports Week and UNSS participation, plus after‑school activities (APS). In 2024, the school reported a 100% pass rate at the Baccalauréat; about 46 nationalities are represented.
