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.
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.
With entry points in Middle School and High School
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.
LATEST NEWS
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Celebrating Student Success
Zoe was awarded Honorable Mention at the Scholastic writing competition for her poem, entitled "Falling Leaf".
Well done Zoe! You can be very proud of yourself!
Congrats to her English teacher John HANLON as well!
![Ugo Bienvenu with Eowyn from the animation club]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1771028444/francaissf/ockfxbfs8g2cd3oq0rwe/Screenshot2026-02-13at42035PM.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1771028444/francaissf/ockfxbfs8g2cd3oq0rwe/Screenshot2026-02-13at42035PM.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1771028444/francaissf/ockfxbfs8g2cd3oq0rwe/Screenshot2026-02-13at42035PM.png","width":516}])
The Lycée Animation Club Invited Ugo Bienvenu on Campus
Director of the award-winning animation movie ARCO, Ugo BIENVENU shared his incredible experience with our students during a special Q&A and a live drawing session.
![Students from ORT met their peers at Bay School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1771026936/francaissf/ngx21onfhxsavc91c4ww/ORTorchestraStudents.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1771026936/francaissf/ngx21onfhxsavc91c4ww/ORTorchestraStudents.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1771026936/francaissf/ngx21onfhxsavc91c4ww/ORTorchestraStudents.png","width":534}])
Three Members of the Lycée Orchestra at Bay School
Emma, Eowyn, and Lucas performed for students in the jazz program at San Francisco Bay School following their visit to the Lycée in November.
Thank you to these three members of the Lycée Orchestra for representing our school so beautifully during this musical collaboration!
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Shadow Days | A week in the professional world for Gr10 students
Gr10 students recently stepped into the professional world by shadowing professionals in fields of their choice. This hands-on experience gave them valuable insight into careers they might pursue, and equally impactful, ones they might not! From assisting during a surgery to understanding the business behind a jewelry startup, their experiences were as diverse as they were fascinating, making this an eye-opening and memorable learning opportunity.
![Black History Assembly Sq]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1771018044/francaissf/hfwpqguytkbhr1lalem8/IMG_9907_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1771018044/francaissf/hfwpqguytkbhr1lalem8/IMG_9907_1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1771018044/francaissf/hfwpqguytkbhr1lalem8/IMG_9907_1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1771018044/francaissf/hfwpqguytkbhr1lalem8/IMG_9907_1.jpg","width":1155}])
Black History Month Assembly
The Coalition of Black Students and Allies Club members led the assembly for Black History Month. Students from various clubs then took turns presenting projects on influential Black American artists and public figures, sharing what they had learned about their impact and legacy.
![CAIS students meet ORT Students]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1771024857/francaissf/zrt5wxfephw20whivftx/CAISsq.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1771024857/francaissf/zrt5wxfephw20whivftx/CAISsq.png","width":498}])
CAIS Students at ORT campus
From dumpling-making to Mandarin karaoke and friendly chopsticks challenges, students spent the morning bonding across schools. A true immersion in Mandarin language and Chinese culture for Lycee students, while CAIS students discovered our school and the possibility of continuing their international journey through the IB Track. A meaningful exchange that created real connections and a shared appreciation for language and culture.
UPCOMING EVENTS
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Admissions Season Is Officially Underway!
Discover the Lycée’s unique programs—from bilingual preschool to our IB-powered high school. Join us at one of our many upcoming Admissions events in San Francisco and Marin, and see what makes our community so special.