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Lycée Français International de l’AFLEC – Oud Metha Campus

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

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The school at a glance
Instructs in French, English
Fees AED 29,488 - 62,363
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 3273
Type Co-educational
Opened 2003
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum French Curriculum, American Curriculum
Taught languages Arabic, English, Spanish, Mandarin, German, Italian, Latin
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Lycée Français International de l'AFLEC – Oud Metha Campus is part of the AFLEC group in Dubai and delivers the French national curriculum from pre-kindergarten to terminale. The campus hosts an American International Section and a bilingual French‑English pathway, enabling students to follow multiple language options. Affiliated with the French Ministry of National Education (Établissement homologué), it is part of a wider Arabic-French-Lebanese education network. The school offers eight hours per week of English weekly taught by native-speaking teachers and prepares students for the BFI Américain Bac Français International in terminale. The campus features on-site meal spaces, a broad after-school program, and a comprehensive iPad BYOD option for a multi-lingual, tech-enabled learning environment. Extracurriculars span sports (basketball, football, tennis, gymnastics) and arts (theatre, cinema workshop, Beaux Arts) along with STEM activities (coding, robotics, Genius Map arithmetic). KHDA rates the school as Very Good; it serves over 3,030 students from 59 nationalities.

Al Nasr Club, Oud Metha Road, P.O. Box 22626, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

The Essentials

Lycée Français International de l’AFLEC – Oud Metha Campus has 3,273 pupils, instruction in French, English.

Location
Oud Metha Road, Al Nasr Club, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (P.O. Box 22626). The campus is in the Oud Metha area of Dubai. A school bus service operates with routes across Dubai to multiple zones, including Oud Metha, Al Barsha, Dubai Festival City, Dubai Marina, JLT, and additional zones.

Stages
From maternelle (kindergarten) through lycée (high school) under the national French curriculum. English is taught to all students from early years; elementary has connected classes from CM1; middle school offers personalized parcours; at the lycée level there is international university orientation.

Additional learning support
The school supports an inclusive education approach, including for Besoins Educatifs Particuliers (special educational needs). For students with such needs, differentiated support is provided and, where appropriate, accommodations may include altered timetables or the involvement of a Learning Support Assistant.

Country affiliation
Affiliated with the French Ministry of National Education (Établissement homologué par le Ministère de l Education Nationale français).

School day structure
Lessons are 50 minutes each. The 2026-2027 calendar indicates end-of-day times of 14:50 or 15:00 from Monday to Thursday for elementary and middle sections, and 11:30 on Fridays. The start of the day is 10 minutes earlier than in 2025. Extracurricular activities run from 15:00 to 16:55.

Bus service
Bus service is available for the Oud Metha campus. Registration is via the parent portal (bus.lfi@aflec-fr.org for Oud Metha; bus.lfimudon@aflec-fr.org for Mudon). The Oud Metha zone serves numerous areas (examples include Oud Metha, Al Barsha, Al Furjan, Dubai Festival City, Al Safa, Dubai Marina, JLT, Jumeirah, and many others). A monthly Bus Commission reviews zones, routes, safety, discipline, timetables, and fees. The zones listed are indicative and can evolve; changes of address must be communicated at least one month in advance.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The uniform is mandatory at the school. Uniforms are available from Threads at two sale locations: BurJuman and Cityland Mall.

Food Options
School meals are provided via a lunch box service from Ben's Farmhouse for all students from kindergarten to terminale. Primary lunch boxes cost 24 AED per meal and secondary lunch boxes cost 23 AED per meal; lunches are ordered through the Spare App. The menu provides a balanced meal with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options; distribution is in classrooms for primary and at kiosques for secondary.

Governance and Ownership
The school is the Lyce9e Frane7ais International de l'AFLEC (LFI) in Dubai Oud Metha, operated by AFLEC. The Oud Metha campus is located on Oud Metha Road, Al Nasr Club, Dubai.
Fees

Annual tuition at Lycée Français International de l’AFLEC – Oud Metha Campus ranges from AED 29,488 to AED 62,363 for 2026/27.

Application and admission fees

- Application (dossier) fee: AED 500 — non‑refundable.
- New‑student compulsory one‑off charge for ICT / laboratory / library / medical: AED 5,000 (charged at first admission).
- Enrolment (admission) fee for newly accepted pupils: up to 10% of the annual tuition — non‑refundable and deductible from the first term. Re‑enrolment deposit for existing pupils: up to 5% of the annual tuition (or AED 500, whichever is higher) — non‑refundable and deductible from the first term.

Annual tuition fees by year group (Academic year: 2025–2026 — amounts shown in AED per pupil per year)

- Maternelle (PS / MS / GS): AED 29,488 per year.
- Élémentaire (CP → CM2): AED 35,385 per year.
- Collège (6ème → 4ème): AED 41,806 per year (representative collège cycle rate).
- 3ème (troisième): AED 47,509 per year.
- 2nde (seconde): AED 59,388 per year.
- Première & Terminale (lycée): AED 62,363 per year.

Per‑term billing (standard schedule and how amounts are calculated)

- Invoices are issued at the start of each school term and tuition is payable at the beginning of each term. For continuing pupils the standard instalment pattern is: re‑enrolment deposit 5% of the annual fee (payable at re‑enrolment), then: first term 35% of the annual tuition, second term 30%, third term 30%. The re‑enrolment deposit is deducted from the first term invoice.
- For newly admitted pupils an advance of 10% of the annual tuition is due at registration (deductible from the first term). The remainder follows the term instalments above.

Per‑term example amounts (existing pupil, after re‑enrolment deposit; amounts rounded to nearest AED)

- Maternelle (annual AED 29,488): re‑enrolment deposit 5% = AED 1,474; 1st term (35%) ≈ AED 10,321; 2nd term (30%) ≈ AED 8,846; 3rd term (30%) ≈ AED 8,846.
- Élémentaire (annual AED 35,385): re‑enrolment deposit 5% = AED 1,769; 1st term ≈ AED 12,385; 2nd term ≈ AED 10,616; 3rd term ≈ AED 10,616.
- Collège (annual AED 41,806): re‑enrolment deposit 5% = AED 2,090; 1st term ≈ AED 14,631; 2nd term ≈ AED 12,542; 3rd term ≈ AED 12,542.
- 3ème (annual AED 47,509): re‑enrolment deposit 5% = AED 2,375; 1st term ≈ AED 16,628; 2nd term ≈ AED 14,253; 3rd term ≈ AED 14,253.
- 2nde (annual AED 59,388): re‑enrolment deposit 5% = AED 2,969; 1st term ≈ AED 20,786; 2nd term ≈ AED 17,816; 3rd term ≈ AED 17,816.
- Première / Terminale (annual AED 62,363): re‑enrolment deposit 5% = AED 3,118; 1st term ≈ AED 21,827; 2nd term ≈ AED 18,709; 3rd term ≈ AED 18,709.

Section‑specific and additional mandatory/optional charges

- Section supplements (applied on top of the standard tuition where applicable):
- Section à programme de section internationale (Maternelle): supplement AED 2,500.
- Section à programme de section internationale (Élémentaire): supplement AED 3,500.
- Section internationale américaine: supplement AED 4,280.
- Section culturelle (Théâtre, Arts plastiques, Musique): supplement AED 4,050.
- Section Football (section sportive masculine et féminine): supplement AED 3,220.
- Optional / estimated costs (ranges shown per year): uniform AED 500–1,000; books and supplies (ranges vary by grade); extracurricular activities typically AED 2,000–4,500; medical package and school trips vary by programme and grade. These optional items are charged in addition to tuition when applicable.

Transport (school bus) fees and schedule

- Annual bus service fee: AED 8,500 per year (return service only). Payment for bus is made by term with the following schedule: 1st term AED 3,400 (payable before the start of the school year); 2nd term AED 2,550 (payable before 1 January); 3rd term AED 2,550 (payable before 1 April). Any cancellation or mid‑term withdrawal of bus service is charged for the whole term; registration is valid for the full year and changes of address may lead to contract termination without refund if no space is available.

Uniforms and suppliers

- Uniform is mandatory. The uniform provider is THREADS (points of sale at Burjuman and Cityland). Estimated uniform cost range is AED 500–1,000 depending on grade and selected items. Appointments with the supplier are required for fitting and purchase.

Refunds and departure rules

- Application fee (AED 500) and admission/enrolment fees are non‑refundable as specified above. Re‑enrolment deposit is non‑refundable except in narrowly defined cases (for example verified departure from the country with employer documentation as described in the school financial regulations).
- When a pupil leaves the school during the academic year, tuition reimbursement (if applicable) is calculated as follows: if attendance was two weeks or less, fees due are calculated on the basis of one month; if attendance was between two weeks and one month, fees due equal two months; if attendance exceeded one month, fees due are calculated on the basis of the full trimester. The same rules apply for pupils who enrol during the year (pro‑rata rules stated above). Absences, even prolonged, do not entitle families to fee reductions.

Fee payment methods and billing details

- Accepted payment channels: Skiply mobile application (school's advised app for tuition and transport payments), bank transfer to the school's Emirates NBD account, or payment in person at the school accounting office by cash, cheque or credit/debit card. A proof of bank transfer must be submitted to the accounts office when paying by transfer.
- Bank transfer details (account for payments): Account Name: LYCEE FRANCAIS INTERNATIONAL; Account No: 1014440526701; IBAN: AE230260001014440526701; SWIFT: EBILAEAD; Bank: Emirates NBD, Main Branch, Dubai. Payment receipts should be emailed to the school accounts office when requested.

Boarding

- Boarding is not applicable; there are no boarding provisions or boarding fees for the Oud Metha campus. Optional services listed by the school and the KHDA fact sheets do not include boarding charges.

Sibling discount

- A sibling discount of 10% applies from the third child (and for subsequent children). Additional discounts for staff and other schemes may apply as specified by the school.
Academics

Lycée Français International de l’AFLEC – Oud Metha Campus teaches French Curriculum, American Curriculum.

Curriculum
The Lycée Français International offers the French national curriculum from kindergarten through high school. It also provides, for example,: In kindergarten, English is taught to all students from the petite section; in elementary school, connected classrooms from CM1; in middle school, personalized pathways in theatre, music, and arts; and in high school, international university orientation.

Exam Results
The school has a 100% pass rate in the DNB and BAC for many years.

Higher Education Progression
International university orientation.

Gifted and Talented
Personalized pathways in theatre, music, and arts.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school runs a listening cell (Cellule d'écoute) to support students and trains ambassadors to assist peers. The presence of these structures reflects a structured approach to student welfare and social-emotional support.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The Lycée Français International supports inclusive education and gives attention to Besoins Educatifs Particuliers, including High Intellectual Potential. Admission of students with Besoins Educatifs Particuliers requires parents to inform the school of any such needs at enrollment, and therapist conclusions (psychiatric, psychological, orthophonic, psychomotor, etc.) must be transmitted; failure to do so could affect enrollment. KHDA expectations state that the presence of Besoins Educatifs Particuliers does not influence admission, but if needs could endanger students, a decision commission may be formed and additional enrollment conditions (e.g., modified hours, external follow-up, Learning Support Assistant) may be imposed. The school also provides differentiated pedagogical approaches to help each pupil master the required competencies and offers support for both students with difficulties and for those with High Intellectual Potential.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The curriculum follows the national French curriculum from kindergarten through lycée. In kindergarten, English is taught to all students from the Petite Section; in elementary, connected classes begin from CM1.

Mental Wellbeing
Well-being is reported as Very high level (KHDA) at 100%.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding and child protection are defined by a policy that sets responsibilities, processes and procedures to protect students from harm, abuse and exploitation, in line with the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. The policy is to be read alongside the Code of Conduct and policies on Behaviour, Cyber-Safety, Attendance and Health & Safety. Next review: January 2024.
Parent Experience

History
Founded in 2003, the Lycée Français International de l'AFLEC of Dubai is a private educational institution recognized by the French Ministry of National Education for pre-KG through Grade 12. It serves more than 3,030 students from over 59 nationalities, with a majority of French and Lebanese students. The school is part of the AFLEC group (French-Lebanese Association for Education and Culture) and is a partner of Mission Laïque Française and the Agency for French Education Abroad (AEFE). Admission is highly competitive, with students selected for strong academic potential as well as their contribution to the school's cultural diversity. KHDA rated the LFI as Very Good.

Community
The school offers a wide range of extracurricular activities including basketball, arts, guitar, gymnastics, theater, football, running, tennis, kung fu, taekwondo, Zumba, and hip-hop dance. Tutoring activities take place whereby upper secondary students volunteer to help primary students with their homework. From Grade 9, students attend Model United Nations conferences, which develop research, speaking, debating, and writing skills, in addition to critical thinking, teamwork, and leadership.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
APELFI (Amicale des Parents des Élèves du LFI) is a body of parent volunteers who invest in school life. There are 21 members with a bureau consisting of a president, a vice-president, a treasurer, and a secretary. APELFI organizes projects and events such as a flea market (brocante), the school fair (kermesse), conferences, class photos, the yearbook, AFLEC's Got Talent, etc. At the class level, parent delegates link class parents and teachers and participate in class councils in secondary (from 6e to terminale). At the cycle level, APELFI representatives meet with the nursery and primary leadership and the principal to exchange on operation and improvements. At the establishment level, parents are full members of the school governance bodies through their representatives and are consulted in major decisions. Beyond, APELFI carries many projects for students in connection with the establishment. APLEFI contact: apelfi.dubai@aflec-fr.org.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Oud Metha campus is located on Oud Metha Road, Al Nasr Club, Dubai. The campus delivers the full French national curriculum with reinforced Arabic and English language instruction from kindergarten. The site provides on‑site spaces for meals and breaks as part of daily life. The school runs a diverse after‑school program offering cultural and sporting activities. The Oud Metha campus features an international program with sections including an American International Section and a bilingual French‑English pathway from preschool through terminale.

Sports Facilities
The Oud Metha campus offers after‑school activities in indoor and outdoor spaces. Programs include gymnastics, arts & crafts, and a variety of sports such as basketball, football and tennis. Chess, Beaux Arts, English reinforcement and Arabic language support are included in after‑school blocks. The schedule lists sessions from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM for various activities, including large‑group and specialized clubs. One Harmony Music Hub provides music‑related activities as part of the periscolaire offering.

Academic Facilities
The Oud Metha campus provides reinforced Arabic and English language study from kindergarten. The school runs a complete international program from PS to terminale, including an American International Section, with bilingual French/English curricula. English is reinforced with eight hours per week taught by native‑speaking teachers, and in the terminal cycle there is preparation for the BFI Américain (Bac Français International). In Seconde, there is a project‑based BIA program, and the campus offers an iPad program with school‑provided devices or BYOD options configured by the IT department for two academic years.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The Oud Metha after‑school offering includes a wide range of arts, culture and sport. Activities include Arts & Crafts, Learn to Draw, Cinema Workshop, Theatre, Beaux Arts, Chess, Genius Map Japanese arithmetic, Robotics and more. Sports and movement options include Basketball, Football, Tennis, Gymnastics, Taekwondo and Rollerskating, with language enrichment sessions in English and Arabic. The program also features music and creative writing components, plus coding and science‑related clubs in various sessions. The One Harmony Music Hub provides additional musical activity opportunities.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Genius Map Japanese arithmetic is a brain development program using the Abacus (Soroban) for children aged 6 to 14, designed to master mental arithmetic and strengthen focus, memory, quick thinking, and analytical reasoning. Coding (programming) is offered as an after‑school activity to develop computational thinking. A chess club fosters strategic thinking and problem‑solving through regular play. The ‘fun world of calculation' activity provides hands‑on math experiences that connect concepts to daily life and build logical thinking.

Arts & Creative
Arts & Crafts includes creative and manual activities such as making diverse objects and decorations. Beaux‑arts sessions involve producing artworks under guidance. Learn to draw and cinema workshops develop drawing and visual/story‑telling skills. Book creation invites students to author and illustrate their own books, and loisirs créatifs provide additional crafts and creative exploration; One Harmony Music Hub offers music‑focused activities.

Cultural & Language
English language reinforcement strengthens English through activities that include music, conversation, presentations, and drama. Arabic language reinforcement supports language development in Arabic, and French language reinforcement assists students for whom French is not widely used at home.

Social & Hobbies
Basketball is offered through a Dubai‑based sports academy and is a major after‑school sport with recognition from local sports authorities. Gymnastics, Kung Fu, Hip‑hop are also available to develop physical fitness and confidence. Board games (jeux de société) encourage social interaction and strategic thinking.

Leadership & Professional
College‑level personalized pathways include theatre, music, and arts as part of the collège (middle school) track, providing opportunities for creative leadership and skill development.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
After‑school activities run from 14:30 to 16:30, with no ACS activities during the month of Ramadan. A minimum number of participants is required for each activity, and students may switch activities up to three times per year; payments are processed via Skiply.
Languages

Language Provision
French forms the core of the national curriculum for all students. Arabic and English are reinforced from kindergarten, with English eight hours per week in the international section taught by native speakers. The Section Internationale Américaine aims for bilingualism French/English, and in terminal, students prepare for the American BFI, confirming bilingual proficiency.

Bilingual Teaching
The school has an American International Section that runs from preschool to the end of secondary, with the aim of French-English bilingualism. English is reinforced from kindergarten with eight hours per week of English taught by native-speaking teachers. In the terminal cycle, students prepare for the American BFI (Bac Français International), which attests to bilingualism.

Immersion Programs
From kindergarten, the Oud Metha campus strengthens living languages Arabic and English. The international pathway includes English language reinforcement delivered by native-speaking teachers, and Arabic language reinforcement is available as part of the program.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Application dossiers are submitted online via Global Campus for LFI Oud Metha. Choose 2026-2027 for the intake next year, or 2025-2026 for the current year. A birth-year table maps to the appropriate grade level; for example, in the 2026-2027 school year, a child born between January 1 and December 31, 2023 enters Petite Section. 2. After completing the dossier, payment of 500 AED per child by bank transfer is required. See the Fees page for bank details. 3. The child's dossier is reviewed by the admissions committee upon receipt of the fee. Additional documents may be requested. Depending on the situation, the process may include an interview with the student and/or family, and a verification of the level required for entry, which may take the form of a short video by parents for younger children or tests starting from CP. The process is standard for students not coming from a homologated French establishment. 4. The family is informed of the outcome and, if accepted, receives an enrollment proposal. 5. Enrollment is confirmed after payment of the tuition fees. 6. KHDA formalities: after enrollment, this step is mandatory to complete the child's registration with local authorities and enable entry into the establishment. All information about these steps is provided through the KHDA modalities.

Scholarships
French nationals enrolled at the French Consulate may receive a school scholarship, subject to acceptance of their files. Families can apply for scholarships and AESH support directly on the SCOLAIDE portal. More information is available through the French Consulate page.
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