Lycée Français International de Tokyo

1. Admissions Process
The pre-inscription process for new pupils can be started from abroad using Eduka, but families must reside in Japan for the entire school year for enrollment. A short presentation document about the school and its programs is provided to help families understand the main options and requirements. To begin, families should collect and prepare the materials listed for the student, the responsible adult, and the family, including a photo of the student, the student's passport, vaccination certificates, an Exeat from the last school, last year and current year school reports (except for kindergarten), a medical certificate if needed, and any special education documents (PAI/EABEP). The online pre-registration form and related documents are submitted through Eduka; after submission, the school reviews files by deposit date.

2. Pre-inscription Window and Initial Offer
The first pre-inscription campaign for the 2026-2027 school year runs from January 8 to January 30, 2026. Admissions are granted within the limit of available places, and the number of places can evolve between March and June; a waiting list is created to fill spots as they become available. Admission notifications are sent by email in March 2026, according to the commission dates. Applications for placement in language sections occur in the spring, and a motivation letter must be completed on the EDUKA form (by students for secondary, by parents for primary).

3. Steps to Follow and Initial Fees
After starting the pre-inscription, families should gather the required PDFs/JPEGs and ensure the online submission via EDUKA. If the commission approves, families pay the non-refundable first registration rights (droit de 1ère inscription). To secure a place while waiting for potential scholarship decisions, an advance payment of 19,250 JPY per child is recommended, with the understanding that this amount is adjusted after scholarship allocation; if the admission is not completed within the deadline, the offer is withdrawn and the place is offered to another family. If a family applies for a scholarship, they may be exempt from paying the initial registration until the scholarship decision is notified; the accounting team should be contacted for details.

4. Admission Decision and Criteria
A formal admission decision (offer, rejection, or waitlist) is communicated to the family by email to the addresses provided in the pre-inscription form, in line with the schedule for dossier processing. The admission criteria include: French nationality, prior schooling in France or AEFE-affiliated institutions, siblings already enrolled at LFI Tokyo, parent who is a former student or staff member at the lycée, a plan for contribution, and the date the dossier was received. Final enrollment is contingent on completing the required steps; if the registration payment is not made within three weeks, the offer is cancelled. Final enrollment only occurs when the student dossier is complete, including documents such as the transfer certificate and the latest school reports.

5. Language Section Assignments and Final Enrollment
Assignments to language sections for both primary and secondary will be considered in the spring after admission. A motivation letter must be completed on the registration form in EDUKA (students for secondary, parents for primary). Once admission is confirmed, language section placement is finalized, and the family proceeds with completing the enrollment dossier and fee payments to complete a final registration. The school will confirm the final enrollment status by email, and families should monitor inboxes for next steps.

6. Transport and Practical Next Steps
Transportation arrangements are handled separately and open for enrolment after admission; the details are published alongside the transport information on the school's site. Families should consult the transport portal via EDUKA for their approved routes and registration timing.

Waitlist/Pool
The Lycée Français International de Tokyo operates a waitlist. Admissions are granted within the number of places available, and the overall intake can evolve between March and June as places become free. A waiting list is created to respond to changes in capacity, and responses to applicants are sent by email in alignment with the commission schedule. If a family is placed on the waitlist, the school will contact them by email when a place becomes available. Families are advised to check their spam mail and, if no email is received, to contact the school secretariat for clarification.

Scholarships
LFI Tokyo participates in French government scholarship programs administered through the Consulate and AEFE. Eligibility requires that the student be French, reside in Japan with at least one parent, be registered with the Consular Section of the French Embassy in Tokyo, be at least 3 years old as of December 31 of the enrollment year, and be enrolled in a class from preschool through terminale at LFI Tokyo. Being eligible does not guarantee an award; the amount and eligibility depend on household resources and AEFE budget allocations, and the local committee may request additional information or conduct a social inquiry. Scholarships are granted for one academic year and must be renewed each year for continued enrollment. The embassy website provides the latest procedures and forms; LFI Tokyo does not decide on awards but informs and assists families with required documents. The LFI Tokyo pre-enrolment certificate is required only for new students; currently enrolled students do not need this certificate.

Fees
Tuition and general fee information are published for 2026-2027. The billing calendar divides tuition, canteen, and transport fees into three periods: 40% (Sept–Dec), 30% (Jan–Mar), and 30% (Apr–Jun). The school also lists a re-enrolment fee and exam fees, and provides detailed payment methods (bank transfer, cash by appointment) and bank details. The first registration deposit mentioned in the pre-inscription process (19,250 JPY per child) is intended to secure a place until scholarship decisions are made; this amount is adjusted after awards and is non-refundable if the registration is not completed. The fixed tuition amounts and the annual exemptions are published in downloadable tariff and exemption tables.

Notes: The information above reflects LFIT Tokyo's published procedures and policies as of January 2026. For any changes, families should refer to the LFIT Tokyo admissions and finance pages and the AEFE/Embassy guidance for scholarships.

2) Waitlist/Pool
The Lycée Français International de Tokyo runs a waitlist for new admissions when available places are limited. Admissions are offered only within the number of places available, and the total intake can fluctuate between March and June as spots open up. A waiting list is created to accommodate capacity changes, and successful offers are communicated by email in accordance with the commission schedule. If your child is placed on the waitlist, LFIT Tokyo will contact you when a place becomes available. It is advised to monitor email (including spam folders) and to reach out to the secretariat if an expected notification is delayed.

3) Scholarships
LFIT Tokyo provides access to French government scholarships through the Consulate and AEFE network. Eligibility requires French nationality, residence in Japan with at least one parent, registration with the Consular Section of the French Embassy in Tokyo, a minimum age of 3 by December 31, and enrollment in LFIT Tokyo from preschool through terminale. Awards depend on household resources, AEFE budget allocations, and may require additional information or a social inquiry. Scholarships are awarded for one academic year and must be renewed each year if continued enrollment occurs. The embassy site provides the latest procedures and forms; LFIT Tokyo supports families but does not decide on scholarship awards. The LFI Tokyo attestation is required only for new entrants; currently enrolled students do not need this certificate.