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
Inquire about the International Track
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 SHORTS
LATEST NEWS
![The Lycée Cross 2025 was a success!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761263866/francaissf/kehargahwzsbjsquxslg/LyceeCross2025.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761263866/francaissf/kehargahwzsbjsquxslg/LyceeCross2025.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761263866/francaissf/kehargahwzsbjsquxslg/LyceeCross2025.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1761263866/francaissf/kehargahwzsbjsquxslg/LyceeCross2025.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1761263866/francaissf/kehargahwzsbjsquxslg/LyceeCross2025.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1761263866/francaissf/kehargahwzsbjsquxslg/LyceeCross2025.jpg","width":2200}])
Lycée Cross 2025 : from K to Gr5!
This year’s Lycée Cross was all about teamwork, self-discovery, and endurance! Students learned to run at their own pace but push their personal limits, cheered on by an enthusiastic crowd of parents and peers who brought incredible energy and showed the strength of our school community.
![Artem in Gr10 is a ski champion and has a sports convention with the school]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761263826/francaissf/bpk77nelf86xbcjnczzr/ArtemSkiChampion.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761263826/francaissf/bpk77nelf86xbcjnczzr/ArtemSkiChampion.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1761263826/francaissf/bpk77nelf86xbcjnczzr/ArtemSkiChampion.jpg","width":800}])
STUDENTS VOICES : ARTEM, SKI CHAMPION
Artem (in Gr10) has been at the Lycée for as long as he can remember. Since he entered Gr6 he has been focusing on his sports career. He competes in mogul freestyle skiing at an international level, which requires some adjustments to his school schedule.
![Jens in Gr11 is a polo champion and has a sport convention with the Lycee]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761263963/francaissf/zrpd0ey4cuppawist3lq/Jens_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1761263963/francaissf/zrpd0ey4cuppawist3lq/Jens_1.jpg","width":360}])
STUDENTS VOICES : JENS, POLO CHAMPION
Jens (Gr11) has been a student at the Lycée for over a decade and a lifelong horseback rider. Thanks to a sports agreement with the school, he’s able to pursue his passion for polo while successfully continuing his academic journey. You want to know how?
UPCOMING EVENTS
![kids are back at school]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1756252320/francaissf/dopvupgr8h0lqhj0cfdx/welcome-back-to-school.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1756252320/francaissf/dopvupgr8h0lqhj0cfdx/welcome-back-to-school.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1756252320/francaissf/dopvupgr8h0lqhj0cfdx/welcome-back-to-school.jpg","width":600}])
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.
![we are excited to announce our upcoming Winter Fair]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761008897/francaissf/vwssuwjsfrfabsaaezub/Insta_sq.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761008897/francaissf/vwssuwjsfrfabsaaezub/Insta_sq.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761008897/francaissf/vwssuwjsfrfabsaaezub/Insta_sq.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1761008897/francaissf/vwssuwjsfrfabsaaezub/Insta_sq.jpg","width":1080}])
Step into the magic of the season at our 2025 Winter Fair
Inspired by the festive charm of traditional French Marchés de Noël, the Winter Fair is a destination for all!
With a large selection of vendors and activities, this event is sure to attract children and parents alike, looking to share a good time and of course some delicious food!