International French School (Singapore)
Lycée Français de Singapour
- Own curriculum
- IGCSE
- IB PYP
- IB Diploma
Per yearabout USD 19K–27.6K
SGD 24.3K–35.3K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-10-28)
About
International French school in Singapore offering a French-English bilingual programme for students aged 3 to 18, following the French national curriculum.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
- Part of French Schools Abroad (AEFE), a government-recognised school network abroad. See all 638 schools of French Schools Abroad (AEFE)
Info checked 2026-11-06 · 2026-27 school year
Curriculum
Own curriculum · IGCSE · IB PYP
Ages
Ages 3–18
Language
French, English
Type
Foreign national school
Fee level
- Grades
- Kindergarten (PS) – Terminale
- Nationalities
- 70
- Founded
- 1967
- Accreditations
- AEFE
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2026-27 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten (PS-MS-GS), French Plurilin | SGD 24,405≈ USD 19K |
| Kindergarten, English International Stre | SGD 28,065≈ USD 21.9K |
| Elementary CP, French Plurilingual Inter | SGD 26,190≈ USD 20.4K |
| Elementary Grade 1, English Internationa | SGD 30,120≈ USD 23.5K |
| Elementary CE1-CM2, Classic Section | SGD 24,305≈ USD 19K |
| Elementary CE1-CM2, Anglais + Section | SGD 26,190≈ USD 20.4K |
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| per year | |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten (PS-MS-GS), French Plurilin | SGD 24,405 (about USD 19K) |
| Kindergarten, English International Stre | SGD 28,065 (about USD 21.9K) |
| Elementary CP, French Plurilingual Inter | SGD 26,190 (about USD 20.4K) |
| Elementary Grade 1, English Internationa | SGD 30,120 (about USD 23.5K) |
| Elementary CE1-CM2, Classic Section | SGD 24,305 (about USD 19K) |
| Elementary CE1-CM2, Anglais + Section | SGD 26,190 (about USD 20.4K) |
| Middle School (6e-3e), Classic / Mandari | SGD 27,715 (about USD 21.6K) |
| Middle School (6e-3e), International Sec | SGD 29,775 (about USD 23.2K) |
| Middle School (6e-3e), French Passerelle | SGD 29,775 (about USD 23.2K) |
| High School (2nde-Terminale), All Sectio | SGD 35,325 (about USD 27.6K) |
Source: school website (ifs.edu.sg) · checked 2026-10-28 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| International French School (Singapore) (this school) | SGD 24,305 (about USD 19K) | SGD 35,325 (about USD 27.6K) |
| Australian International School Singapore | SGD 31,356 (about USD 24.5K) | SGD 54,744 (about USD 42.7K) |
| Stamford American International School | SGD 30,820 (about USD 24K) | SGD 56,110 (about USD 43.8K) |
| Chatsworth International School | SGD 30,554 (about USD 23.8K) | SGD 41,512 (about USD 32.4K) |
| Dover Court International School | SGD 30,198 (about USD 23.6K) | SGD 47,982 (about USD 37.4K) |
| St. Joseph's Institution International | SGD 37,311 (about USD 29.1K) | SGD 49,284 (about USD 38.5K) |
Source: school website (ifs.edu.sg) · checked 2026-10-28 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- SGD 1,090
- Enrolment fee
- SGD 4,360
- Deposit
- SGD 5,170
- Lunch
- SGD 1,540
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Converted amounts use the reference rate of the date shown. ECB reference rate (2026-11-06). Source: school website (checked 2026-10-28)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Mid-year entry
- Possible
- Sibling discount
- 5% for the 3rd child, 10% for the 4th, 15% from the 5th onwards (not applicable to Anglais +, International Section or French Passerelle options)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedIB PYP · IB DP (Diploma) · IGCSE
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- IB PYPOffered
Early years to primary · Ages 3–12
The IB's primary programme. Children learn through questions and units of inquiry rather than separate subjects.
- IB MYPNot here
Middle years (ages 11–16) · Ages 11–16
The IB's middle-years programme: eight subject groups taught with links between them, ending with a personal project.
- IB DP (Diploma)Offered
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's university-entrance qualification — what people usually mean by "the IB". Six subjects plus the Extended Essay, TOK and CAS, scored out of 45.
- IB CP (Career-related)Not here
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's career-related route for the same ages as the DP: at least two DP courses plus a career-related study chosen by the school.
Last two years: DP or CP
IGCSE
Ages 14–16, 2 years · Ages 14–16
A subject-by-subject qualification taken around age 16 in British-style schools — usually 5–10 subjects studied over two years.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Languages
- Performing arts
- Visual arts
- Sport
- Academics
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Mother-tongue programmes
- Chinese
Campus and school life
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Facilities
- Library
- Theatre
- Swimming pool
- Gym
- Sports field
- Track
- Science labs
- Dance studio
After-school activities
- Ballet
- Basketball
- Chess
- Choir
- Debate
- Drama
- Fencing
- Football
- Judo
- Karate
- Maker Robotics
- Mandarin
- Model United Nations
- Musical Theatre
- Photography
Upcoming events
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More details
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The essentials
Country affiliation
Follows the French national curriculum and is part of the AEFE French schools network.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Follows the French national curriculum, leading to the DNB and French Baccalaureate. An English international stream offers IGCSE preparation.
- French national curriculum
- DNB
- French Baccalaureate
- IGCSE preparation
- IB PYP candidate
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic calendar
Open linkSchool website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Social and emotional learning (SEL)
Supports students' social and emotional development through counselling, group workshops and life-skills work.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
English as an additional language (EAL)
Provides French language support for non-French speakers, including a Passerelle programme in Grades 6 and 7.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Mental wellbeing
Runs a counselling centre for secondary students with individual and group sessions, preventive programmes and a confidentiality policy.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Safeguarding
Runs anti-bullying activities and workshops to promote a safe, respectful campus environment.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
The school presents itself as having more than 50 years of operation.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
Campus has 160 classrooms, 4 libraries, 4 performance halls, science labs, media suites and nap rooms for young pupils.
- Classrooms
- Libraries
- Performance halls
- Science labs
- Media suites
- Nap rooms
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Two 25m pools, rugby and football pitches, three gyms including two climbing walls, and a running track.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Includes science laboratories, media technology suites, four libraries and drama, music and dance studios.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Academic and intellectual
Academic activities include debate, Model United Nations, maths, coding and robotics.
- Debate
- Model United Nations
- Math en Jeans
- Coding & Robotics
- Chess
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Arts and creative
Arts activities include choir, drama, musical theatre, fine arts, photography and music bands.
- Choir
- Drama
- Musical Theatre
- Fine Arts
- Photography
- Ukulele
- Pop Rock Band
- Short Film
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Cultural and language
Language and culture activities include Mandarin, Italian, Japanese, Spanish and K-pop.
- Mandarin
- Italian
- Japanese
- Spanish
- Kpop
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Social and hobbies
Leisure activities include chess, board games and crafts.
- Chess
- Board Games
- Games & Creations
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Lifestyle and wellbeing
Lifestyle and wellbeing activities include yoga, climbing and swimming.
- Yoga
- Climbing
- Swimming
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
French and English are core languages, with Mandarin, Spanish, German and Latin available as options.
- French
- English
- Mandarin
- Spanish
- German
- Latin
- Italian
- Japanese
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bilingual teaching
Offers French-English bilingual education, with two primary pathways from Grade 2, including an English+ section.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
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