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Strengths Languages, Visual and Creative Arts, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
Lycée Français de Vienne (LFV) is a French international school in Vienna and a member of the AEFE network. It serves students aged 3 to 18 and operates four schools in one: Maternelle, École élémentaire, Collège and Lycée, mirroring the French National Education System. The curriculum blends the French Ministry of Education framework for French lessons with the Austrian Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research curriculum for native German instruction. From nursery onward, pupils learn French and German, with English added from Year 5; English, Arabic and Spanish are also taught. LFV spans two campuses, Grinzinger and Liechtenstein, and offers extensive after‑school activities. It features libraries including the Kindergarten Library, the Bibliothèque Centre de Documentation (BCD) with over 20,000 books and 30 subscriptions, and the CDI for collège and lycée. A distinctive feature is Studio Molière (opened 2019) alongside the Palais Clam‑Gallas, LFV's premises since 1954. The school runs a wide range of clubs and participates in Vienna school championships.
Lycée Français Wien has 1,850 pupils, instruction in French.
Location
Liechtensteinstraße 37A, A-1090 Vienna, Austria (École élémentaire – Collège – Lycée – CPGE). Grinzingerstraße 95, A-1190 Vienna, Austria (École maternelle / Kindergarten). The main campus is in Vienna's Alsergrund area at Liechtensteinstraße 37A; a separate Grinzing campus serves early years. A shuttle service links the campuses, operated by BLAGUSS.
Stages
Maternelle (Kindergarten); Élémentaire (Primary); Collège (Middle School); Lycée (High School); CPGE (Classes Préparatoires) at the Grinzing site.
Type
French international school; part of the AEFE network.
Pupil Nationality Mix
1,809 students from 89 nationalities.
Additional learning support
Inclusive schooling; counselling; special needs – action plans; health services via the school infirmary.
Country affiliation
France (AEFE network).
School day structure
The school is open 7:45–17:00 Monday to Friday. The school day runs 8:30–15:30 on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays; 8:30–12:30 on Wednesdays. Garderie (after-school care) is available from 16:00–17:00 for a fee. Navette transport connects Liechtensteinstraße 37A and Grinzing; details below.
Bus service
Navette (bus shuttle) service provided by BLAGUSS. In the morning, two shuttles run: Liechtensteinstrasse 37A to Grinzinger Schule at 8:15 and 8:30 (students welcomed at the Lycée from 8:00). In the afternoon, two shuttles return to the Lycée at 15:30 and 15:45, with one continuing to the UN (ONU). Registrations are via Eduka; sign-up form is on the BLAGUSS link. For changes, contact contact.grinzing@lyceefrancais.at. The Navette service began on September 5, 2023.
Fees
Annual tuition at Lycée Français Wien ranges from EUR 7,150 to EUR 7,310 for 2026/27.
Application (first‑time) fee
- A one‑time registration (first‑time enrolment) fee is required at the moment of first registration. EUR 8,000 is charged as the one‑time registration fee. This registration fee is not refundable in case of withdrawal.
Annual tuition by year group (annual total and three‑term breakdown)
- Kindergarten (K1–K3): Annual tuition EUR 7,220. Per‑term breakdown (billed in three terms at 40% / 30% / 30%): Term 1 EUR 2,888; Term 2 EUR 2,166; Term 3 EUR 2,166.
- Elementary (Grades 1–5): Annual tuition EUR 7,150. Per‑term breakdown: Term 1 EUR 2,860; Term 2 EUR 2,145; Term 3 EUR 2,145.
- Secondary (Grades 6–12): Annual tuition EUR 7,310. Per‑term breakdown: Term 1 EUR 2,924; Term 2 EUR 2,193; Term 3 EUR 2,193.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition, half‑board and internat charges are accounted over 10 months (September–June) and are invoiced in three terms with the following distribution: 40% for September–December, 30% for January–March, and 30% for April–June. All started terms are due in full; in case of entry or justified force majeure departure mid‑year, billing is calculated by month rather than by the started term. Invoices are payable within 15 days of issue.
- Tuition invoices may be issued as either three invoices (standard term schedule) or split into eight instalments; payment deadlines remain as stated on each invoice. The school offers automatic bank direct debit on request via the EDUKA platform.
Boarding (internat)
- Boarding is available through a partner boarding house (Theresianische Akademie) for pupils from the Seconde (upper secondary) onward by convention. Internat registration is for the full school year; early departure from the internat does not stop the obligation to pay the internat fees due for the rest of the school year. Internat charges are invoiced according to the billing rules above.
Other costs and fees
- Half‑board (school meals): Half‑board is charged separately and is compulsory up to and including 3ème and for boarders unless a special exemption is granted. Refunds or account adjustments for half‑board are possible for illness absences exceeding 15 consecutive days on presentation of a medical certificate; shorter absences do not give an entitlement to pro rata refunds.
- Book rental and course materials: An annual flat fee for provision (rental) of textbooks is collected once with the first‑term invoice; that fee is not refundable. Families are responsible for replacement costs for lost or damaged books.
- Examination and administrative fees: Examination registration fees (for national examinations and official tests), specific exam or registration charges, and fees for certain administrative services are charged in addition to tuition where applicable.
- School trips, extracurricular activities, specific supplies and optional services: Costs for outings, residential school trips, optional extracurricular activities, specific subject materials, and other optional paid services are invoiced separately when applicable.
- Uniforms: The school requires a suitable dress code but does not list a compulsory school uniform or a uniform purchase charge in the rules; any specific clothing or sports kit requirements are managed through school communications and activities.
Refunds and cancellations
- The first‑time registration fee is non‑refundable. The flat annual book rental fee is not refundable. All started billing terms are due; if a pupil leaves mid‑year for a reason other than justified force majeure, the usual billing rules apply and the family remains liable for fees due according to the invoicing policy. For half‑board, refunds or deductions are possible for absences of more than 15 consecutive days with medical justification; no refund is granted for the last 15 days of the school year. For the internat, the year‑long registration means early departure does not stop the invoicing of the internat fees for the year.
Fee payment options
- Payment by bank transfer / SEPA and automatic bank direct debit is supported (direct debit must be requested via the EDUKA parent platform). The school uses the EDUKA billing/finance system which supports multiple electronic payment options (including online card payment gateways and SEPA transfers) as configured by the school. Payment by the methods offered on EDUKA and the bank transfer/direct debit options are accepted; families should follow the payment instructions shown on each invoice.
Practical notes for parents
- The one‑time registration charge is due to secure admission and is payable at first enrolment; it is not refundable. Tuition invoices are due within 15 days of issue; non‑payment after reminders may lead to exclusion from classes. Changes between half‑board and external status must be requested in writing at least 15 days before the end of the preceding term. Book rental, half‑board and internat rules and refund conditions follow the school's standard billing rules described above.
Academics
Lycée Français Wien teaches French Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
Educational structure: Four schools in one: Maternelle (Kindergarten; ages 3-6), École élémentaire (Primary; ages 6-10), Collège (Middle School; ages 10-15), and Lycée (High School; ages 15-18). The educational structure mirrors the French National Education System. Educational consistency allows students to begin, continue, and complete their education at LFV, or at any corresponding level in France or AEFE schools worldwide. Early multilingualism: all pupils learn French and German from nursery onwards, with English added from Year 5. French and German are the primary languages, with English, Arabic and Spanish also taught. The LFV follows the French Ministry of Education curriculum for French lessons and the Austrian Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research curriculum for Austrian lessons in native German.
Student Teacher Ratio
There are about 1,809 students and 180 teachers, giving roughly 10 students per teacher.
Exam Results
At the end of schooling, students take the Austrian Matura exam and also obtain the French Baccalauréat or the French International Baccalauréat.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Point Écoute provides a confidential, neutral, and non-judgmental space for all students and staff to speak about concerns. It allows conversations in French or German with a psychologist or a school counsellor. Appointments are arranged via the infirmary. The service supports social and emotional wellbeing across the school community. It is part of LFV's approach to safeguarding and wellbeing.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The Lycée Français de Vienne offers educational adaptations prescribed by the French Ministry of Education for pupils with special needs. PPS (Personalized Schooling Project) is for children in disability and is drafted after diagnostic input, with guidance from the EBEP referent, to describe the schooling arrangements and potential AESH support. PAP (Plan Personnalisé d'Accompagnement) covers persistent learning difficulties such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysorthographia, oral language disorder, developmental coordination disorder, or ADHD, and can be proposed by family or teacher with a team deciding on appropriate arrangements. PPRE (Plan Personnalisé de Réussite Éducative) is for pupils not mastering certain skills or for high-potential pupils and is managed by the educational team. PAI (Projet d'Accueil Individualisé) covers chronic medical conditions (e.g., allergies, diabetes) and outlines school arrangements such as regular monitoring or hospital stays.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The Lycée Français de Vienne welcomes non-French speaking children. It offers French language learning and improvement programmes from École Maternelle onwards. The language support is available across the school from preschool through high school to help pupils learn French while participating in the standard curriculum. This language provision supports integration into LFV's French-language programmes.
Mental Wellbeing
Le Point Écoute provides a mission to welcome all pupils from Élémentaire to Lycée and to offer a confidential, neutral, and welcoming space for discussion. Students and staff can talk with a psychologist or a school counsellor in French or German. Appointments can be arranged by contacting the infirmary. The service supports mental wellbeing and a safe school climate.
Safeguarding
Living together is a fundamental value at the Lycée Français de Vienne and the fight against harassment and discrimination is a priority. The page describes what harassment is and its potential consequences. In case of difficulties, contact the infirmières or the secretariats for support. The nurses' contact is grpinfirmerie@lyceefrancais.at and the general contact is available through LFV's offices.
Admissions
Admissions
1. First admission: Register your child for the first time at Lycée Français de Vienne on Eduka. If none of your children have previously enrolled, create an account on Eduka. If one or more children have previously enrolled, activate your password using the email address used during registration to access information about their schooling. Registration is confirmed upon payment of the non-refundable initial registration fee. 2. Renewal: Every year pupils must be re-registered for the following year. Re-enrolment can be completed online via the parents' EDUKA profile and includes updating contact details if applicable. The renewal process can be downloaded. With the EDUKA mobile app, you will have access to your file at any time and will receive personalised news and notifications. The EDUKA mobile app is available from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. School Code 534624. Renewal deadline: March 30, 2026 inclusive.
Scholarships
AEFE scholarship: This tuition assistance is available to French families who apply to the French Consulate in Austria and are registered in the Register of French Nationals Living Abroad; qualification is means-tested. The scholarship application for one school year is processed from February of the prior school year. The 2026–2027 campaign runs with a deadline of February 20, 2026 for receipt by the Consular Section. Families may submit either an initial application for enrollment for the 2026 school year or a renewal application if their child already receives grants for 2025–2026. General eligibility includes French nationality, registration in the Register of French Nationals Living Abroad, residence with family in Austria, being at least 3 years old on December 31, 2025 (for Kindergarten), and enrollment at Lycée de Vienne, with award contingent on household resources. Application forms and documents are available via the listed links. Scholarships are awarded for one academic year by an allocation committee meeting twice yearly (spring and autumn). The allocation amount can be estimated via the French government calculator; the application form and required documents are available. London Mobility Programme: The London mobility grant is for students enrolled in a lycée in France who wish to study for one academic year in Première or Terminale at a designated foreign lycée, with lodging provided at the partner hostel (Theresianum) for the year. Selection requires an excellent academic record (average no lower than 12/20) and consideration of family resources. Applications are filed in the second term with the origin lycée; funds are paid to the host lycée, which then disburses to the scholar after deducting tuition and half-board costs. Solidarity Fund: A solidarity fund provides occasional assistance to families facing dramatic personal situations or financial difficulties; donations to the fund are voluntary. Contact the invoicing service to make a donation. Consult the fund's regulations for details.
FAQs
What curriculum does Lycée Français Wien follow?
The school follows the French national curriculum across four divisions: Maternelle (ages 3-6), École élémentaire (ages 6-10), Collège (ages 10-15), and Lycée (ages 15-18). It is part of the AEFE network.
What are the tuition fees at Lycée Français Wien?
Annual tuition ranges from approximately EUR 7,150 to EUR 7,310 depending on the level. As an AEFE school, fees follow the network's published schedules.
How many students attend Lycée Français Wien?
The school has approximately 1,850 students in a co-educational setting.
What age range does the school serve?
Lycée Français Wien serves students from age 3 to 18, from Maternelle through to the Baccalauréat.
Where is the school located?
The school is at Liechtensteinstraße 37A, A-1090 Vienna, Austria.
Does the school offer learning support?
Yes. The school provides inclusive schooling, counselling, special needs action plans, and health services. It offers educational adaptations prescribed by the French Ministry of Education for pupils with identified needs.
Is Lycée Français Wien part of a network?
Yes. The school is part of the Agence pour l'enseignement français à l'étranger (AEFE) network of French schools abroad.
What languages are used for instruction?
French is the primary language of instruction. German is also taught as part of the curriculum given the school's location in Austria.
Does the school offer boarding?
The school is listed as co-educational with a boarding option available. Families should contact the school for details on boarding arrangements.
Does the school have a religious affiliation?
No, Lycée Français Wien does not have a religious affiliation. It is a secular French school.
What qualifications do graduates receive?
Students follow the French curriculum leading to the French Baccalauréat, an internationally recognised qualification for university entry in France and worldwide.
What support is available for students with special needs?
The school offers educational adaptations including action plans prescribed by the French Ministry of Education, counselling services, and health services for pupils with identified special educational needs.
