welcome home to THE LYCée

THE international school of THE BAY AREA: ROOTED IN CALIFORNIA, OPEN TO THE WORLD

The Lycée Français de San Francisco, offers a unique multilingual and multicultural education program
designed to empower students, as early as age 2 and through High School, to become
adaptable global thinkers, able to make meaningful contributions to our world.

LFSF PRESCHOOL

 

INTERNATIONAL TRACK

 

FRENCH TRACK

 

EXPLORE OUR DUAL TRACK PROGRAM

 WITH THE IB-POWERED INTERNATIONAL TRACK, NO FRENCH IS NO PROBLEM!

Our International Track, powered by the IB* (International Baccalaureate) 
makes our school accessible to ALL prospective students, without any French language requirement. 

• Entry points : Middle School and High School

Inquire about the International Track 

Lycée Students on the Warriors' Court

BASKETBALL | FEB 03 | CHASE CENTER

Our basketball players will have the pleasure to play on the court of the Golden State Warriors, the professional basketball team based in San Francisco! This year, they will open the game GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS vs. ORLANDO MAGIC at the CHASE CENTER. A memorable time for these young athletes, their families and our community!
GO BEARS! Purchase your tickets!

DISCOVER THE POWER OF INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION

INQUIRE ABOUT OUR INTERNATIONAL TRACK | NO FRENCH REQUIRED*

Looking for an education that sets you apart from your peers in a meaningful way, especially when it comes to university applications? Our IB-powered, International Track program in Middle or High School is sure to do just that! Our graduates earn a dual diploma, positioning them for success with universities worldwide.

Learn more : Special Full Scholarship opportunities.

Learn more | INQUIRE
*Admissions in the International Track has no French language requirement.

Conversations that matter

Our Wellness Coordinator, Dr. Anne Bargiacchi, invites you to participate in three online events in the upcoming months:

  • Navigating the Middle School Journey - How to Thrive Together
  • Supporting your adolescent’s health and wellness - A roadmap for life
  • From Middle to High School, and From Adolescence to Adulting

Join her in these important conversations that are provide valuable resources for Lycée parents.

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Preschool Open House

MORE DATES OPENED | RSVP TODAY!

At the Lycée, we offer tailored programs for children as young as 1 year old. After Happy Play classes for toddlers (1-3 y) and their guardians, La Petite Ecole (2yo) and the entire Preschool program till K,  provides a curriculum that naturally and gently prepares children for an exciting bilingual journey and plays an essential role in children’s development.

RSVP to ADMISSIONS Events | INQUIRE 

Rainbow Radio, we're on the air!

From performing short plays to interviewing special guests, our students are learning to master radio reporting and podcasting!

Check them out on Spotify to get a fresh look at our Lycée news!
 

Lycee Rainbow Radio

ON TRACK WITH THE ITRACK

INTERNATIONAL TRACK | A MONTHLY WEBINAR SERIES

The International Track is based on the IB approach, a program that is internationally recognized and valued. To learn more about this program, we invite you to join us monthly to learn more about an array of topics from Assessment Criteria and Grading System, to Curriculum Framework and Subjects and much more.
 

THE WEBINARS | LEARN MORE | INQUIRE

The TLF presents

THEATER | MAYA, A VOICE | JAN 24 | 7:30PM | 9yo+
When Maya, an 8-year-old girl, decides to stop speaking, everyone starts talking about it. But after five years of silence, her life transforms when Mrs. Flowers moves to her village in the southern United States and takes her under her wing. This is the story of Maya Angelou. After demonstrating extraordinary resilience and discovering her path, she finds her voice and becomes one of the most iconic figures in American artistic and political life. She would go on to be an author, artist, and civil rights activist, working alongside Martin Luther King and Malcolm X.

Learn more
 

To celebrate its 10th anniversary, TLF is offering subscription packages for 2, 3, or 4 shows during its January to May 2025 season, allowing you to save up to $95.
A wonderful gift idea for the holiday season!

Learn more | Season Program | Support TLF

THE LYCEE BLOG, A USEFUL RESOURCE

NEW TOPICS EVERY MONTH!

The Blog
is a vibrant space that brings together new and diverse voices from the very people who make our school thrive. It offers unique and fresh perspectives on daily life at the Lycée, sharing educational insights and information. 

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LYCEE SENIOR SERIES

STUDENT VOICES | SENIOR SERIES

Isabella is opening the 2024 Season of our Senior Series. During her 12 years at the Lycee, Isabella founded the LFSF Girls Who Code Club and has made a lot of friends. Next year, she's going to Columbia University to study Computer science or Engineering. Discover how she foresees her future and what she sees to be her LFSF legacy!

WATCH THE EPISODE 

LYCEE J'ADORE

LYCEE J'ADORE | SHARING [LOVE] STORIES

George has been a Lycée parent for close to a decade. When he and his family made the Lycée choice, it wasn't an obvious one as his family lives in the East Bay. But with Lycée, they found "a school that not only broadens the mind but elevates the heart". Max (Gr 11) joins his dad in sharing their experience.

WATCH THE VIDEO | ENJOY THE SERIES

The Lycée COMMUNITY... j'ADORE!

MAKE IT YOUR HOME

For the many local and/or international families who made the Lycée choice, our school feels like home. Amongst our three campuses, we count some 50 nationalities and 30+ spoken languages. 

DISCOVER OUR J'ADORE VIDEO SERIES

OUR DOORS ARE OPEN!

COME SAY HELLO!

Nothing replaces the magic feeling you get when coming to campus.
Meet us at a Fair, or join us for an OPEN HOUSE !
We look forward to meeting you!

OUR ADMISSIONS EVENTS 

NEWS & EVENTS

Class'24 Isabella

Isabella is a Senior this year, and an LFSF Lifer. Of more than 1.3 million students in over 21,000 high schools, Isabella has reached the Finalist status in the College Board PSAT/NMSQT(National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) program giving her access to over $28 million dollars in college scholarships.

Graduates

We are proud to start sharing the acceptance results of our Class of 2024. The information listed here will be updated regularly over the upcoming months as answers are communicated. Congratulations Class of 2024!

Artist in Residence painting with students and faculty

We are delighted to announce the inauguration and unveiling ceremony of the mural created by the Artist in Residence, Ernesto NOVO, in collaboration with LFSF students. 

The mural explores the themes of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, which resonates deeply with the rich cultural tapestry of San Francisco and features eight local icons, each selected by our students and symbolizing the values inherent in our community.

LFSF Digital Literacy Workshop

MAR 20 | ORT Library | 7pm

The LFSF Parent Association is inviting our community to participate in an exciting hands-on workshop on Digital Literacy, focusing on Digital Controls. This event is a must-attend for parents who want to learn about safety options for computers, phones, social media, and other digital platforms.

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LATEST EPISODES

Rebecca

When Rebecca's parents were looking for an international school for their three anglophone daughters, they made the LFSF choice. Thanks to that decision, Rebecca has been able to learn in multiple languages and benefit from a Lycee education. Rebecca also leads the Coalition of Black Students and Allies student club, bringing in new initiatives designed to bring students together.

WATCH THE EPISODE | DISCOVER THE SERIES

Arthur and Oliver for the LFSF series On Campus

Arthur and Oliver are both in Gr12, and very involved in the LFSF MUN ( Model UN) Club. They have been participating in that club for a couple of year and this year were selected as best delegates in the local meet. They look forward to meeting students from all states in the Spring stage of the debate competition, in New York. As seniors, they also reflect on their time at LFSF and the many opportunities they got to enjoy at the school they will miss when they move onto the next chapter of their lives.

WATCH THE EPISODE