Lycée Français International de Vientiane Josué-Hoffet

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The school at a glance

Instructs in French

Fees LAK 4,580 - 9,565

Ages Not listed

Pupil numbers 525

Type Co-educational

Opened 1986

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum French Curriculum

Taught languages English, Spanish, Mandarin, Lao, Latin

Strengths Languages, Visual and Creative Arts, Sport

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service

Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School

Introduction

LFIV is a French international school in Vientiane within the AEFE network, offering a complete French curriculum from preschool to the final year of lycée. The primary campus is Route de Thadéua, and the secondary campus is Ban Hadxaykhao, reflecting its bilingual and multicultural environment. Classes are taught in French, with dedicated support for non-French-speaking students, and language pathways in English, Spanish, Mandarin and Lao to enhance global communication. The school delivers the Baccalauréat, aligning with the French national system. Facilities include dedicated documentation spaces (BCD Primaire and CDI), a cantine, and structured after-school care (Periscolaire). A broad program of excursions, school trips and camps complements classroom learning, while arts and sports activities provide balanced development. LFIV emphasizes language, culture and service through its community and international exchanges, preparing students to pursue higher education in France, Laos, or abroad within a secure, multinational setting that values inclusion and curiosity daily.

www.lyceehoffet.org

BP 2526, Vientiane, RDP Lao. Primary campus: Route de Thadéua (Route de Thadeua). Secondary/main campus: Ban Hadxaykhao (Hadxaykhao)

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The Essentials

Location

The school is located in Vientiane, Laos. It has a primary campus on Route de Thadeua and a secondary campus on Ban Hadxaykhao. The mailing address is BP 2526, Vientiane RD Lao.

Stages

Preschool through the final year of high school (petite section to terminale). The school includes Maternelle, Élémentaire, Collège and Lycée.

Additional learning support

Individual support and personalized accompaniment; support for non-French-speaking students.

Country affiliation

France

Bus service

Transport between the Thadeua site and the Hadxaykhao site; bus service exists.

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Fees

Application fees

- Frais de première inscription : USD 1,300. Les droits de première inscription sont exigibles au dépôt du dossier. Ils sont remboursables uniquement si l'élève est refusé faute de place.

Annual tuition – summary by school level (2026/27)

Note on categories: deux catégories tarifaires sont indiquées (catégorie « Fr / LAO » et catégorie « Autres »). Les montants ci‑dessous incluent, lorsque spécifié dans la grille, les certifications linguistiques et la tenue de sport (le cas échéant) pour obtenir le « total » annuel. Les montants annuels figurent en USD.

- Maternelle (Fr / LAO) — Total annuel : USD 4,580 (Frais de scolarité USD 4,500 + certifications en langues USD 80).
- Maternelle (Autres) — Total annuel : USD 6,090.

- Élémentaire (Fr / LAO) — Total annuel : USD 4,800 (Frais de scolarité USD 4,720 + certifications en langues USD 80).
- Élémentaire (Autres) — Total annuel : USD 6,550.

- Collège (Fr / LAO) — Total annuel : USD 6,545 (Frais de scolarité USD 6,450 + certifications en langues USD 80 + tenue de sport USD 15).
- Collège (Autres) — Total annuel : USD 8,925.

- Lycée (Fr / LAO) — Total annuel : USD 7,125 (Frais de scolarité USD 7,030 + certifications en langues USD 80 + tenue de sport USD 15).
- Lycée (Autres) — Total annuel : USD 9,565.

- UPNF (Unité pédagogique pour non francophones) — FR : Total annuel USD 4,580 ; Autres : Total annuel USD 6,650. Pour les élèves en UPNF la totalité de la scolarité est exigible avant la rentrée.

Per‑term / instalment amounts

- Option B (paiement en 3 fois) : chaque échéance représente un tiers (1/3) du montant annuel hors cas particuliers (arrivées en cours d'année ou modalités spécifiques). Les exemples ci‑dessous arrondis à deux décimales :
- Maternelle (Fr / LAO) : USD 4,580 → par échéance (1/3) ≈ USD 1,526.67.
- Élémentaire (Fr / LAO) : USD 4,800 → par échéance USD 1,600.00.
- Collège (Fr / LAO) : USD 6,545 → par échéance ≈ USD 2,181.67.
- Lycée (Fr / LAO) : USD 7,125 → par échéance USD 2,375.00.
- Maternelle (Autres) : USD 6,090 → par échéance USD 2,030.00.
- Élémentaire (Autres) : USD 6,550 → par échéance ≈ USD 2,183.33.
- Collège (Autres) : USD 8,925 → par échéance USD 2,975.00.
- Lycée (Autres) : USD 9,565 → par échéance ≈ USD 3,188.33.

- Particularités de paiement :
- Élèves de terminale : paiement en deux versements — 50 % avant le 30 août et 50 % avant le 31 janvier.
- Arrivées en cours d'année : la scolarité est calculée au prorata temporis et tout mois commencé est dû. À l'inscription sont dus les frais de première inscription et l'équivalent d'un trimestre.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Option A — paiement en une seule fois : la totalité des frais doit être payée avant le 30 août 2026.
- Option B — paiement en 3 fois : échéances fixées au 30 août, au 30 décembre et au 30 mars (la première échéance pour les arrivées en cours d'année est le mois d'arrivée, dernière échéance le 30 mars).
- Pour les paiements comptants effectués avant le 30 août, une remise pour paiement comptant est prévue (modalité et taux précisés par l'établissement).
- Retard de paiement : après la date du 30 mars, pénalités de retard de 20 % de la somme due ; procédure de relance graduée est appliquée. En cas de retard pour les élèves de terminale, l'élève peut ne pas être réadmis après les vacances de février et l'inscription aux épreuves du baccalauréat peut être suspendue.

Boarding fees

- Aucune grille de frais d'internat n'est indiquée : le lycée ne facture pas de frais d'hébergement et n'affiche pas d'offre d'internat. Les services cités incluent restauration et navette mais pas de pension.

Other compulsory or occasional costs

- Certifications en langues vivantes : USD 80 (mentionné dans la grille pour de nombreux niveaux).
- Tenue de sport (collège et lycée) : USD 15.
- Packs de fournitures scolaires (non inclus dans les frais de scolarité) : Maternelle USD 50 ; Élémentaire USD 100 ; Collège & Lycée : prix ajusté selon la classe.
- Options facturées (Latin, SELO, Arts plastiques) :
- Collège (5ème / 4ème / 3ème) — Latin USD 500 ; SELO USD 350 ; Arts plastiques N/A.
- Lycée (2nde) — Latin USD 500 ; SELO USD 350 ; Arts plastiques USD 120. (Pas d'inscription aux options en 1re et terminale).
- Droits d'inscription aux examens (facturés en sus) : Diplôme national du brevet (3ème) USD 75 ; Baccalauréat (Première) USD 150 ; Baccalauréat (Terminale) USD 300.
- Navette (transfert Thadeua → Hadxaykhao) pour collège & lycée : USD 350 par élève, payable en une fois avant la rentrée.
- Cantine : frais payables séparément au prestataire de restauration selon les modalités du prestataire. Les facturations des activités périscolaires, sorties et voyages sont émises à part et sont généralement non remboursables sauf annulation.

Refunds and departures

- Droits de première inscription : remboursables uniquement si l'élève a été refusé pour faute de place.
- Arrivée en cours d'année : frais calculés au prorata (tout mois commencé est dû) ; à l'inscription sont dus les frais de première inscription et l'équivalent d'un trimestre.
- Départ anticipé : l'établissement rembourse les frais de scolarité payés d'avance non utilisés, mais tout mois commencé est considéré comme dû et non remboursable. Le préavis obligatoire pour une désinscription est de 6 semaines avant le dernier jour de présence ; le non‑respect du préavis entraîne une pénalité de USD 250.
- Activités, sorties et voyages : sommes versées non remboursables sauf annulation de l'activité pour insuffisance d'inscriptions.
- Bourses : si une bourse AEFE ou gouvernementale est attribuée après paiement initial, le montant accordé est remboursé selon les règles prévues.

Fee payment options and practical rules

- Modalités acceptées : virement bancaire (obligatoire pour toute somme supérieure à USD 1,000), espèces acceptées pour les montants inférieurs à USD 1,000 et uniquement sur le site de Hadxaykhao. Les coordonnées bancaires sont indiquées sur les factures. Les frais de virement sont à la charge du payeur. En cas de règlement en euros, le montant est calculé sur la base du taux de change appliqué par les services compétents (taux public indiqué) et le taux appliqué sera celui de l'échéance initiale. Pour les paiements en Kips, un tarif spécifique pour paiement en une fois est publié. Aucune mention d'acceptation de paiement par carte bancaire n'apparaît dans les modalités publiées.

Discounts and penalties

- Abattement familles nombreuses : 3 enfants scolarisés → 10 % sur le montant des frais de scolarité ; plus de 3 enfants → 20 %. Cet abattement se calcule au prorata en cas d'entrée/sortie en cours d'année.
- Retard de paiement : pénalités de 20 % après le 30 mars ; procédures de relance et possibilité d'exclusion d'accès à certaines activités ou instances en cas de non‑paiement. Relances et recours de recouvrement peuvent entraîner des frais refacturés aux familles.

(La présente synthèse reprend la grille des frais et le règlement financier applicables pour l'année scolaire 2026/2027.)

Academics

Curriculum

The LFIV offers a complete curriculum from preschool (petite section) to the final year of high school (terminale), aligned with the French education system. It delivers the Baccalauréat and provides language pathways in English, Spanish, Mandarin and Lao. Courses are taught in French, and there is a program for children who are not French speakers.

Exam Results

The school offers the Diplôme National du Brevet (DNB) at the end of collège, and the Baccalauréat Général at the end of lycée with the main streams S, ES and L. It also offers the Certification in Français Langue Étrangère (DELF/DALF). Each diploma is awarded after rigorous assessment and is issued by the French Ministry of National Education, guaranteeing international recognition; these diplomas are recognized in almost all countries.

Higher Education Progression

Many alumni have pursued higher education at prestigious universities around the world and have succeeded in various professional fields.

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Admissions

Step 1: Contact the LFIV secretariats. Primary inquiries are handled at (856) 21-260-926 or [email protected]. Secondary inquiries are handled at (856) 21-227-227 or [email protected]. The secretariats provide guidance on how to begin the admissions process. Step 2: Fill out the online registration form. The form is completed online through the admissions portal. Step 3: Interview and evaluation. An interview with the teaching team and an academic assessment may be required to determine the child's grade level and aptitude to join the LFIV program. The interview process helps the school assess fit for the program and language needs. Step 4: Payment of the application fees. The payment of the application fee is required to finalize the enrollment. Step 5: Enrollment confirmation. Once the enrollment process is complete and documents are validated, you will receive an enrollment confirmation by email.

Scholarships

The first campaign for school scholarships for 2025/2026 has begun. It awards scholarships to students of French nationality enrolled at LFIV. Applications must be submitted in person by appointment at the embassy's consular section before January 31, 2025; appointments are arranged online. Incomplete applications or those submitted after the deadline will be refused.

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FAQs

Where are the Lycée Français International de Vientiane campuses located and what grade levels does LFIV serve?

LFIV operates a primary campus on Route de Thadeua and a secondary campus on Ban Hadxaykhao in Vientiane, Laos. It is a co‑educational French international school offering education from preschool (petite section) through terminale, aligned with the French education system.

What curriculum does LFIV follow and what diplomas can my child earn there?

LFIV follows the French national education program and delivers the Baccalauréat. Students can also take the Diplôme National du Brevet (DNB) at the end of collège and the DELF/DALF language certificates. All diplomas are issued by the French Ministry of National Education.

What language pathways are available at LFIV and how is French taught?

LFIV offers language pathways in English, Spanish, Mandarin and Lao. Courses are taught in French, with a program to support non‑French-speaking students to help them integrate into the curriculum.

What is the admissions process and what fees apply to apply to LFIV?

The process starts by contacting LFIV admissions, completing the online registration, and then an interview and possible academic assessment. You must pay the application fee of USD 1,300 for the first registration, which is refundable only if the student is refused due to no place.

How much does tuition cost by level, and what is included in the annual fees?

Annual tuition varies by level and category. For example, Maternelle FR/LAO totals USD 4,580, Élementaire FR/LAO USD 4,800, Collège FR/LAO USD 6,545, and Lycée FR/LAO USD 7,125. The totals include language certifications (USD 80) and, for some levels, sportswear (USD 15).

What payment options and deadlines should families know about?

There are two main options: pay in one lump sum before August 30, or pay in three installments on August 30, December 30 and March 30. Terminale students pay 50% before August 30 and 50% before January 31. Arrivals mid‑year are prorated with a charge for the first registration and a trimester‑equivalent payable at enrolment.

Is there boarding at LFIV, and what about student transport?

LFIV does not offer boarding or a pension. A bus service operates between the Thadeua (primary) and Hadxaykhao (secondary) campuses to facilitate student travel between sites.

Is a school uniform required at LFIV?

There is no mandatory uniform. The school uses a dress code requiring neat, modest clothing; if clothing is deemed inappropriate, LFIV may loan a T‑shirt for the day.

What is the school meals situation like at LFIV?

The LFIV canteen provides daily salads and fruit bars and offers a weekly vegetarian option. Meals are prepared with healthy cooking methods and dietary restrictions and allergies can be accommodated by the service provider.

What after‑school and extracurricular options does LFIV offer?

LFIV runs a Periscolaire after‑school program and an active sports association. The school also conducts outings, school holiday camps, and various trips for learning beyond the classroom.

What wellbeing and inclusion supports are available for non‑French‑speaking students?

LFIV provides individualized support and personalized accompaniment for non‑French‑speaking students, along with language pathways in English, Spanish, Mandarin and Lao to promote inclusion and multilingual learning.

What facilities support student learning and life beyond classes?

LFIV has a primary library (BCD Primaire) and a CDI (Centre de Documentation et d'Information), plus a cantine and the Periscolaire program. A bus service connects the two campuses, and the Maison des Lycéens (MDL) offers a supervised lounge for lycée students.

What kinds of outings and trips does LFIV organize?

LFIV organizes local educational outings to museums, monuments, studios, science centers and nature sites, as well as national trips around Laos. International trips include language exchanges, humanitarian projects, sports meets and cultural events.

How is LFIV governed and how can parents get involved?

LFIV is an AEFE‑accredited, nonprofit school governed by the Comité de Gestion (COGES), which is elected by parents. Enrollment makes families active members of the Association des Parents d'Élèves (APE), which elects the COGES and chairs the governance council.

What accreditations and recognitions does LFIV hold?

LFIV is part of the AEFE network and is homologated by the French Ministry of National Education, Youth and Sports to deliver the French curriculum and the Baccalauréat. It was recognized with the Ethic'Action Prize in 2018 for its sports association.

Can you describe the typical admissions timeline and what happens in interviews?

After contacting the admissions office, families complete the online registration and are invited to an interview with the teaching team, along with an academic assessment if required. Upon successful completion of documents validation and payment of fees, enrollment is confirmed by email.

Are scholarships available at LFIV and who can apply?

A scholarship program exists for French nationalities enrolled at LFIV; the first campaign for 2025/2026 has begun and applications are submitted in person by appointment via the embassy's consular section before January 31, 2025.

Is there a bilingual or immersion program beyond the standard French curriculum?

LFIV does not offer a formal bilingual program; instruction is in French with language pathways in English, Spanish, Mandarin and Lao to support multilingual learners.

What is daily life like for families and students in terms of community and events?

LFIV emphasizes a vibrant, multilingual community with active parent involvement through the APE, school events, outings and sustainable development actions. The MDL provides a supervised space for lycée students, reinforcing a sense of community on campus.

How many students attend LFIV and what is the diversity like?

LFIV has about 525 pupils, reflecting a multinational student body in Vientiane and a diverse community within the AEFE network.

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