Indonesia, Bali
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The Lycée Français de Bali (LFB) is a French international school in Kerobokan, Bali, operating under the AEFE network. The school serves ages 2 to 18, from Pre-Nursery to Terminale, educating 400 students from 25+ nationalities. It follows the French national curriculum across Kindergarten through high school, with instruction primarily in French and additional language learning in Indonesian and English from early years. Since 2023/2024 a 6ème International Section opens, offering the International Baccalaureate pathway (BSI) for students electing that track. LFB is housed on a campus that includes a Learning Resource Center (CCC), on-site nursing, and on-site meal options via Cantina; digital resources and PIX Pathway support research and career orientation. After-school OPEX provides daily activities in sports, arts, culture, and languages. The school emphasizes trilingual education from Kindergarten and a strong language program, plus a broad offering of robotics, theatre, and creative arts as part of its clubs.
Jalan Umalas Kauh No.76 Kuta, Kerobokan Kelod, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Lycee Francais de Bali has 400 pupils, instruction in French, Indonesian, English.
76 Jalan Umalas Kauh, 80361 Kerobokan, Bali, Indonesia
Kindergarten; Elementary; Junior High; High School
French international school
400+ students; 25+ nationalities represented
France (AEFE network)
Kindergarten: day starts at 8:00; after‑school care from 15:00 to 17:00. Elementary: day starts at 7:45, classes begin at 8:00, lunch 12:00–13:00, after‑school care 15:00–17:00. High School/Junior High: timetable follows the French curriculum with teaching hours per subject; an International Section was introduced from 6ème in 2023, with a path to the Baccalaureate.
Lycee Francais de Bali teaches French Curriculum for students aged 2 to 18.
The school follows the French national curriculum across Kindergarten, Elementary, Junior High, and High School. Language instruction is prominent; Indonesian and English are taught from Pre-Nursery. The French curriculum is implemented in all subjects. Since the start of the 2023 school year, an International Section begins at the 6ème grade for students pursuing the International Section Baccalaureate (BSI) exams.
The Baccalaureate is offered; in 2023, 18 students took the Baccalaureate; all but one passed with honors; the school has maintained a 95%+ success rate over the last 10 years.
After the Baccalaureate, 75% of students continued their studies in France and 25% abroad; graduates pursued fields including engineering, commerce, medicine, or the arts.
The Pedagogical Support Team provides personalized assistance to students with diverse needs, including collaboration with teachers and resources to support academic and emotional development. The school's mission includes guaranteeing personal growth, well-being, and achievement for all students.
The Pedagogical Support Team offers special education services, assessments, and tailored help for students with diverse learning needs.
The school offers trilingual education from kindergarten (French, Indonesian, and English) and opened an international section from the 6th grade in 2023/2024.
The mission prioritizes personal growth and well-being for all students, supported by the Pedagogical Support Team's focus on emotional and academic success.
There is a Security team responsible for student safety, and internal regulations govern student conduct and safety.
Admissions. The Lycée Français de Bali requires all non‑Indonesian students to hold a KITAS visa, either a Family-Accompanying or Student visa, or to be in the process of obtaining one at entry. The school can sponsor eligible KITAS candidates through its visa agent. Sponsorship covers enrolled students only and does not extend to siblings not enrolled or to parents' visas. Sponsorship depends on the student meeting all school rules, paying fees on time, and honoring the enrollment agreement. Once the application is complete, families are connected with the school's visa agent to arrange the required visa.
Non‑French-speaking students. A certain level of French is required or is being acquired. French level by grade: TPS‑PS‑MS‑GS: no French certification required; CP‑CE1‑CE2: level A1; CM1‑CM2‑6e: level A2; 5e‑4e‑3e‑2e‑1e‑Terminale: level B1. The Alliance Française de Denpasar provides French language courses for non‑French-speaking students. Neo‑French-speaking students are supported in their coursework with a FLSCO (French as a Language of Schooling) teacher to help them acquire French.
Language and learning. The school's multilingual approach with active pedagogy and differentiations helps students from varied linguistic backgrounds settle in and progress. Multilingual projects and engaging pedagogy support rapid development.
Tuition and financial aid. The French education system is not free; tuition reflects the cost of delivering education at a French standard and is calibrated to balance financial sustainability with quality teaching. Families facing financial hardship may contact the Consulate for information about scholarships for French nationals, if applicable.
Payment options. There are three annual payment options: A) Annual rates with a discount for full payment before May 15; B) Annual standard rates for full payment between May 15 and August 31; C) Annual rates with a 1.5% surcharge if paying in three installments on the dates below: before August 31 (first), before November 30 (second), before February 28 (third). Payments can be made in Indonesian Rupiah by bank transfer or in Euros by bank transfer; the Euro exchange rate is provided by the Indonesian tax authorities. Credit or debit card payments are not accepted for tuition. For questions, contact the school.
Uniforms. There is currently no school uniform; students typically wear comfortable sportswear in LFB colors.
Higher education with a French baccalaureate. The French Baccalaureate is recognized as a high‑level qualification and enables entry to English‑language universities if the student holds a TOEFL or Cambridge IGCSE certificate; the LFB provides these certifications for students who choose to pursue them. Since 2023 the LFB offers a Baccalaureate with an International Section.
Equivalence of the French system. An international equivalence table maps ages and grades across France, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Indonesia to align the LFB curriculum with international standards.
Attendance and consequences. Absences are tolerated in the preschool years; from CP onward, long absences are generally discouraged as they can hinder learning, and attendance can influence scholarship considerations.
Canteen and meals. The school does not have a canteen, but a paid catering service offers meal options for families who wish.
Admissions testing for non‑French systems. No entrance test is required for kindergarten. Children from other systems are admitted based on an internal placement test starting in collège.
Reading instruction. It is not recommended for parents to teach reading; reading instruction is provided by the school.
Phone policy. Mobile phones are prohibited to maintain a positive classroom environment.
Insurance. The school's liability insurance covers part of medical costs related to accidents that occur at school or during extracurricular activities, supplementing family medical insurance.
Recruitment process. Spontaneous applications can be sent to the admissions email with CV, cover letter, references, and diplomas. The recruitment campaign runs from February to May, and vacancies are posted on teaching‑overseas job sites.
Scholarships. Students of French nationality may be eligible for a government scholarship (Bourse) based on family finances and registration with the French Consulate in Jakarta. If a scholarship is awarded but does not cover all annual school costs, the remainder is the family's responsibility.