Lycée Français International Marguerite Duras
- French
- British
About
French international school (AEFE-homologated and conventionné) from nursery to terminale in Ho Chi Minh City, with about 1200 pupils.
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
Curriculum
French · British
Ages
Ages 3–18
Students
1,200
Language
French
Type
Foreign national school
- Term dates
- Autumn holiday 24 Oct–8 Nov 2026; winter holiday 19 Dec 2026–3 Jan 2027
- Ownership
- Government
- Scholarships
- Yes
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2026-27 school year
One-off costs
- Bus
- VND 25,890,000
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Source: school website (checked 2026-11-01)
Curriculum and academics
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Curricula, explainedBritish curriculum
British curriculum
Early years to sixth form · Ages 3–18
Follows the English National Curriculum; pupils usually take IGCSEs around age 16 and A Levels in the last two years.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Languages
- Performing arts
- Sport
Student support
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- Device policy
- Laptop programme
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
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Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Gym
- Sports field
- Theatre
- Library
- Makerspace
Sports
- Football
- Gymnasium
- Swimming pool
- UNSS
Arts
- Choir
- Theatre
After-school activities
- Chorale
- Club EDD
- Échecs
- Modèle Nations Unies
- Club journal
- Webradio
- Club de mathématiques
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More details
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The essentials
Country affiliation
Part of the French overseas education agency (AEFE) network, following the French national curriculum and homologated by the French ministry.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
School bus run by MD Bus. Registration for 2026-27 is open until 17 July 2026 via the operator's site and the Eduka portal.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Food options
School restaurant serves weekly menus planned by age, with themed days such as regional, international and organic food.
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Governance and ownership
Classed as a public establishment and a member of the AEFE overseas French school network.
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Academics
Curriculum
Follows French national programmes, with DNB and baccalauréat exams held on site, and runs a British international section (SIB).
- Programmes français
- Diplôme National du Brevet
- Baccalauréat
- Section internationale britannique
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Exam results
A student was among the 2026 Concours général laureates in physics-chemistry.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Special educational needs (SEN)
Inclusive schooling with attention to pupils with special educational needs.
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Mental wellbeing
Emphasises health, prevention and sport, with a youth listening cell and an anti-bullying cell (pHARe).
- Cellule écoute jeunesse
- Cellule pHARe
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Parent experience
History
Moved to a new campus in 2010 and signed a 2026 partnership agreement with a Vietnamese friendship association.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
The parents' association organises events such as a family picnic to connect the school community.
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Facilities
Facilities overview
Campus of over 24,000 m² with buildings from 2010, a canteen, cafeteria, performance hall and green spaces.
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Sports facilities
Has a football field, gymnasium and swimming pool.
- Terrain de football
- Gymnase
- Piscine
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Academic facilities
Classrooms with science labs, interactive whiteboards and internet access.
- Laboratoires de sciences
- Tableaux numériques interactifs
- CDI
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Extra-curricular activities
Arts and creative
Secondary choir and theatre options, with a dedicated performance hall.
- Chorale
- Théâtre
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Cultural and language
Clubs for Model United Nations, web radio and student journalism.
- Modèle Nations Unies
- Webradio
- Club journal
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Social and hobbies
Chess club meets on Wednesday lunchtimes and is open to beginners.
- Échecs
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Community and service
Sustainable development club with activities such as an ocean-themed video project.
- Club EDD
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Languages
Language provision
French-medium teaching in a multilingual setting, with English used in debate activities.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bilingual teaching
Runs a British international section (SIB) with an entry test.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Awards
A pupil was named a 2026 Concours général laureate in physics-chemistry.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Registration and re-registration are done via the Eduka portal, with separate SIB application and entry test dates.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Scholarships
Scholarship scheme exists; for scholarship students the school pays transport invoices directly.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
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