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Lycée Français International – Institut Moderne du Liban

Lebanon, Beirut

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The school at a glance
Instructs in French, Arabic
Fees LBP 60,000,000 - 100,000,000
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 460
Type Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 1959
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (MYP), IB (DP), French Curriculum, Korean Curriculum
Taught languages Arabic, French, English, Spanish
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction

LFIML is a Lebanese francophone school in Fanar, Beirut, on a campus. It is homologated by French Ministry of National Education and offers a French‑language curriculum alongside International Baccalaureate (IB) programme for Middle Years and Diploma years. French is the language of schooling; Arabic is the mother tongue for most students, and English is taught as an additional language, with Spanish also available. The school integrates the IB framework within the French national system, and students complete a Personal Project as part of the IB experience. The campus hosts a four‑pathway program—Citoyen, Avenir, Artistique et Culturel, Santé—supported by the Centre de Connaissances et de Culture (CCC), which exhibits work across disciplines. Facilities include well-equipped science laboratories, an ICT room, a documentation center, a comprehensive university guidance department, theatre, and an on-site auditorium named Bachir Gemayel, plus a cantine, boarding facilities and sports amenities. LFIML serves as an AEFE exam center.

Lycée Français International — Institut Moderne du Liban, Fanar, Rue 11-D

The Essentials

Lycée Français International – Institut Moderne du Liban has 460 pupils, instruction in French, Arabic.

Location
Located in Fanar, a district near Beirut, Lebanon. The campus address is Fanar, Rue 11-D. The area is a residential neighbourhood with access to local transport routes.

Stages
Preschool through high school (Maternelle to Lycée). The school runs École Primaire (primary) and Collège (middle school) up to Terminale (high school). It serves all levels on a single campus in Fanar.

Additional learning support
Inclusion with supervised study, remediation, and individualized support.

Country affiliation
Lebanon; the school is a Lebanese francophone institution homologated by the French Ministry of National Education.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
The school has a canteen with a weekly menu.

Governance and Ownership
The school is AEFE-conventioned and part of the AEFE network. It is governed by a management council and the school council.
Fees

Annual tuition at Lycée Français International – Institut Moderne du Liban ranges from LBP 60,000,000 to LBP 100,000,000 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- Registration (Frais de dossier) per family: Preschools PS–MS–GS: USD 400; Primary (CP–CE1–CE2–CM1–CM2): USD 400; Lower secondary (6e–5e–4e): USD 500; 3e: USD 500; Upper secondary (2e–1e–Terminale): USD 600.
- First-time enrolment fee (1ère inscription) per pupil: USD 100 for all year groups.

Tuition and related school fees (detailed by year group)

- Scolarité (charged in Lebanese pounds):
- PS–MS–GS: LBP 60,000,000 per year. Installments: 1st LBP 22,000,000; 2nd LBP 22,000,000; 3rd LBP 16,000,000.
- CP–CE1–CE2–CM1–CM2: LBP 60,000,000 per year. Installments: 1st LBP 22,000,000; 2nd LBP 22,000,000; 3rd LBP 16,000,000.
- 6e–5e–4e: LBP 80,000,000 per year. Installments: 1st LBP 30,000,000; 2nd LBP 30,000,000; 3rd LBP 20,000,000.
- 3e: LBP 100,000,000 per year. Installments: 1st LBP 40,000,000; 2nd LBP 40,000,000; 3rd LBP 20,000,000.
- 2e–1e–Terminale: LBP 100,000,000 per year. Installments: 1st LBP 40,000,000; 2nd LBP 40,000,000; 3rd LBP 20,000,000.

- Contribution (charged in US dollars):
- PS–MS–GS: USD 3,500 per year. Installments: 1st USD 1,500; 2nd USD 1,000; 3rd USD 1,000. Note: for PS–GS the contribution includes breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack.
- CP–CE1–CE2–CM1–CM2: USD 3,800 per year. Installments: 1st USD 1,500; 2nd USD 1,500; 3rd USD 800.
- 6e–5e–4e: USD 4,400 per year. Installments: 1st USD 1,900; 2nd USD 1,500; 3rd USD 1,000.
- 3e: USD 4,800 per year. Installments: 1st USD 2,000; 2nd USD 1,600; 3rd USD 1,200.
- 2e–1e–Terminale: USD 4,800 per year. Installments: 1st USD 2,000; 2nd USD 1,600; 3rd USD 1,200.

- School supplies (Fournitures) per pupil (charged in USD): PS–GS and CP–CM2: USD 250; 6e–5e–4e: USD 300; 3e and 2e–1e–Terminale: USD 250.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition and contributions are split into three scheduled instalments as shown above (1st, 2nd, 3rd instalments in both LBP and USD where applicable). The LBP component (scolarité) and the USD contribution each follow their respective three-instalment schedules.
- Transport is billed annually with differentiated zone rates (see Transport section below); parents must notify the secretariat within the first week of each trimester to cancel the transport for that trimester; after that deadline the pupil remains registered and the transport fee for the trimester is due.

Transport (school bus) fees

- Zone 1: Annual fee USD 1,000. Per-child discount schedule by sibling position for the zone: 1st USD 400, 2nd USD 300, 3rd USD 300 (as presented). Circuit list for Zone 1 includes Fanar, Bauchrieh, Sed El Bauchrieh, Sabtieh, Dekwaneh, Rawda, Jdeideh, Zalka, Sin el fil, Bourj Hamoud, Dora, Jal El Dib, Antelias, Mar Roukoz, Capsurville, Ain Najem.
- Zone 2: Annual fee USD 1,300. Sibling fees shown as 1st USD 500, 2nd USD 400, 3rd USD 400. Circuits listed on the tariff sheet.
- Zone 3: Annual fee USD 1,400. Sibling fees shown as 1st USD 550, 2nd USD 450, 3rd USD 400. Circuits listed on the tariff sheet.
- Transport is provided by the school's coaches; the transport regulation sets the cancellation and registration timing and states that the student not registered for buses cannot use them and that deregistration after the first week of a trimester will not relieve families from the fee for that trimester.

Boarding (internat)

- No boarding (internat) fees are shown on the published school tariffs; the published tariff materials and school regulations make no provision of a boarding service or boarding charges.

Other costs and charges

- Uniform: the school requires a uniform and the uniform is sold by the school; items specified include winter shirts, polos, trousers/bermudas, summer and winter PE kits, pullover, anorak and tabliers for PS/MS. Families should budget separately for uniforms purchased from the school.
- American-program surcharge: Pupils following the American programme must pay an additional USD 3,500.
- Sibling discounts: second child 10% discount; third child 15%; fourth child 20%; families with more than four children receive 20% for the additional children; exceptional cases are examined individually.
- The tariff sheet notes that PS–GS contribution includes meals (breakfast, lunch and snack).

Refunds and cancellations

- Transport cancellations: a pupil already enrolled in the transport service who requests to stop must inform the secretariat within the first week of each trimester; after that deadline the pupil is considered registered and the transport charge for the trimester remains payable.
- No separate, explicit general tuition refund schedule for mid-term departures or pro‑rata refunds is detailed on the published tariff sheet or in the school regulations available with the tariffs. Parents should note the three-instalment billing pattern for both LBP tuition and USD contributions when considering enrolment and possible departure timing.

Fee payment options

- The published tariff materials enumerate the charges, instalment breakdowns and currencies (Lebanese pounds for scolarité and US dollars for contributions and many ancillary fees). Specific payment channels (for example: bank transfer details, credit card acceptance, on-site cash or cheque procedures) are not itemised on the tariff sheet or in the published school regulation document. Families should use the school's admissions contacts for precise payment instructions and invoicing.
Academics

Lycée Français International – Institut Moderne du Liban teaches IB (MYP), IB (DP), French Curriculum, Korean Curriculum.

Curriculum
The Lycée Français International – Institut Moderne du Liban (LFIML) offers a French-language curriculum and the International Baccalaureate (IB) program. It is a Libanese francophone establishment homologated by the French Ministry of Education. French is the language of schooling; Arabic is the mother tongue for most students; English is taught as an additional language. The school integrates the IB program and uses IB-style evaluation while also operating under the French national framework. In the IB context, the Personal Project is undertaken by students, including those in PEI 5 (Second Year).

Exam Results
Karl Anthony joined LFIML in 2021 and finished as major of his class. He earned the Excellence Major Scholarship, awarded to about 180 students across AEFE-member lycées in 138 countries. He received multiple offers via Parcoursup from 17 prestigious schools and ultimately chose ENSA Lyon to begin his architecture studies.

Higher Education Progression
LFIML supports higher education in France, guiding students toward French universities through Parcoursup. Karl Anthony's path illustrates this progression, culminating in his decision to study Architecture at ENSA Lyon after being admitted by multiple schools.

Gifted and Talented
Excellence Major Scholarship recognizes high-achieving LFIML students; Karl Anthony was a recipient of this scholarship.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
LFIML prioritizes personal growth and resilience as core aims of its education. A LFIML learner is described as ambitious and resilient, with personal development and academic success at the heart of the school's project. The inclusion policy fosters environments that celebrate diversity and develops students' affective and collaborative skills.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Inclusion is an ongoing process to broaden access to education and remove obstacles to learning. The school provides support through supervised study, remediation, and individualized help, plus personalized accompaniment to meet diverse learner needs.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
French is the language of instruction, and Arabic is the mother tongue; English is taught as an additional language. English language acquisition is emphasized alongside French and Arabic, reflecting LFIML's multilingual approach to prepare students for a global context.

Mental Wellbeing
A school psychologist supports students, and LFIML runs campaigns to combat harassment and cyberbullying. The school emphasizes listening to learners and promoting wellbeing through proactive awareness and dialogue.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is addressed through internal security interventions to explain cyberharassment and propose solutions. LFIML conducts safeguarding initiatives and awareness campaigns to keep students safe and supported.
Parent Experience

History
Founded in 1959 by Reverend Father Michel Khalifé, the Institut Moderne du Liban (IML) was led by Mounir Affeiche and Maroun Khalifé, with support from the Board of Establishment, the Pedagogical Council, the Parents Committee, and the Teachers Committee. The LFIML has always welcomed learners from diverse communities, religions, nationalities and ethnicities. Two teaching programs were offered: the Lebanese program and the French program, complemented by prestigious accreditations in academic practice. The teaching method follows a differentiated approach with individualized follow‑up, including small class sizes, trained staff, heterogeneous class management, a department for follow‑up and advanced studies, a supervised and personalized evening‑study program, and a relational approach that fosters autonomy and freedom of expression. The LFIML sits in a pine forest on the outskirts of Beirut, and the building was restored in 1997 to include modern classrooms, an ICT room, science laboratories, a documentation center and a university guidance department, multipurpose rooms, sports facilities, boarding facilities, a canteen, a theater and a gym.

Community
LFIML fosters a vibrant school community through student leadership, including class delegates and eco‑delegates (EFE3D), and hosts the UNESCO club within Vie scolaire. A Parent Committee (Comité des Parents) participates in governance and school life, working alongside the Board of Establishment and other governing bodies. The CCCulture Club operates at the middle school in partnership with the Centre de connaissances et de culture (CCC), meeting every two weeks after school for cultural activities. Democracy‑themed initiatives encourage citizenship, including elections for class delegates during Democracy Week and a training session for delegates held on November 8, 2024.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
LFIML has a Parent Committee (Comité des Parents) that participates in school life and governance. The committee collaborates with the school on events and initiatives and operates within the broader governance framework, alongside bodies such as the Board of Establishment. Documents related to the Parent Committee are downloadable on the committee page, indicating formal materials and information are available to families. Parents engage in various school activities and contribute to a collaborative school culture through dedicated participation and communication channels.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
LFIML has an on‑campus auditorium named Bachir Gemayel, used for school events and ceremonies. The Centre de Connaissances et de Culture (CCC) hosts student exhibitions across disciplines and the four educational pathways. The school operates as an AEFE exam center for AEFE examinations. There is a cantine on campus with a weekly menu for students. Classes are conducted in small groups, reflecting small-class-size learning. LFIML is a Lebanese francophone establishment homologated by the French Ministry of Education, with French as the language of schooling and Arabic and English offered as languages of study (Spanish is also included).

Academic Facilities
Centre de Connaissances et de Culture (CCC) hosts exhibitions across disciplines and supports the four education pathways: Citoyen, Avenir, Artistique et Culturel, and Santé. The school provides laboratories for practical science work where students identify rocks and fossils and practice chemistry techniques such as solution preparation. Eight specialty subjects are taught at the lycée. The LFIML follows an IB evaluation framework with an accompanying policy, and French is the language of instruction alongside Arabic; English is taught as a language and Spanish is also offered as part of the curriculum. The education program includes observation internships in businesses for troisième and language/cultural travel opportunities, reinforcing a multilingual and interdisciplinary approach.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Culture Club (CCCulture) is a new project at the collège run in partnership with the CCC, offering activities such as reading, cinema, music, comics, and creative writing with sessions every other Friday after school. Student leadership is fostered through Eco‑délégués, UNESCO club, CVL, and LFIML presse, among other activities. The school highlights MEU/MUN (Model United Nations) opportunities and leadership roles for delegates. Sports and culture are integrated into student life, including a basketball team that competes in local competitions. A range of clubs and projects, from poetry slams to art and cultural activities, supports student engagement and civic involvement.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers the IB program with a Personal Project (Projet Personnel). In the IB, 2nde students (PEI 5) prepare an annual exhibition of chef-d'oeuvres, supervised by the coordinator Rana Ghanem and a dedicated team. CM1 students follow a structured scientific method: Observation, Question, Hypothesis, Experiments, and Conclusion with Synthesis. An annual exhibition showcases student work as part of the Personal Project.

Arts & Creative
The UNESCO Culture Club provides a lively cultural track with activities such as reading, cinema, music, comics, and creative writing. Meetings take place every two weeks after school for a session of about one and a half hours. This club offers a dynamic space for cultural exploration and creative expression.

Cultural & Language
Mai Des Langues features the Positive Me project, bringing 2nde A/B (MYP5) students together to show that language can help fight bullying; students work in groups to describe each other's positive traits using varied adjectives and collocations. The program emphasizes language development as a social tool within the school community.

Social & Hobbies
The school hosts social and cultural events such as the rentrée carnival with music, games, workshops, photos and signing, creating a festive start to the year. Collège and lycée students also engage in regular arts, cultural, and sports activities as part of school life. Delegates and student initiatives contribute to peer-led events and activities throughout the year.

Community & Service
Students participate in community projects, including a pajama day to support the CCCL (Children Cancer Center of Lebanon), which raised funds donated to CCCL. The school also highlights its sustainability and civic projects, such as the development of a culture of service and community engagement.

Leadership & Professional
Délégués de classe attend formal training to prepare them for representing their class in various councils, speaking on behalf of their peers, and modeling responsible leadership. Eco-délégués (EFE3D) and the UNESCO club foster student leadership and civic responsibility, supported by parents and school staff.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school runs wellness-focused activities, including stress-management support sessions for younger students. It also conducts emergency preparedness drills (PPMS) and a week dedicated to sustainable development, with activities that promote environmental awareness and personal well-being. Students participate in artistic, cultural, and sports activities to support a balanced school life.
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1. The Lyce9e Fran7ais International IML at Fanar launched the registration campaign for the 2023-2024 school year for kindergarten classes, beginning January 16, 2023. The intake covers nursery through primary levels. The campaign marks the start of the enrollment process for these classes. Step 2. Registration procedure: Prepare the required documents as listed below and download and complete the registration form by clicking the provided link. An appointment will be scheduled by the principal of the primary school, Ms. Desire9e Ghanem, to meet with you and your child. Age eligibility for the kindergarten classes is: Petite Section for children born by the end of January 2021; Moyenne Section for children born in 2020; Grande Section for children born in 2019. Step 3. Documents to attach to the registration form include: Extrait de9tat civil individuel (original recent and clear photocopy); a photocopy of the health booklet; two passport photos with the name on each photo; and the Carnet de compe9tences (MS-GS). Upon admission, payments of 1,500,000 LL and USD 100 are due to the accounting department. For all other classes, contact the establishment.
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