Lycée Français de Caracas

Venezuela, Caracas

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The school at a glance

Instructs in French, Spanish

Fees Fees not listed

Ages 2 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 400

Type Co-educational

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum French Curriculum

Taught languages Spanish, English, German, Italian

Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies

Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, Senior Secondary School

Introduction

The Lycée Français de Caracas is a French international school in the AEFE network located in Caracas. It serves students aged 2 to 18 and teaches the French national curriculum with some subjects taught in Spanish. The school follows the cycle structure of Cycle 1 (maternelle) through Cycle 4 (collège) and offers a lycée track with Seconde, Première and Terminale. The program emphasizes project-based learning, with school trips prioritised to broaden horizons and foster autonomy and collaboration. The school provides extensive facilities, including laboratories, a theatre, outdoor swimming, sports fields, computer labs, a multimedia room, a technology room, science laboratories, a library, and music rooms; a dining facility and dedicated spaces to support learning. Since 2019-2020 there have been renovations and the introduction of tablets for students from 6th grade to Terminale to support remote learning. The campus sits at Avenida D de Campo Claro, catering to about 400 students.

cfcaracas.org

Av. D de Campo Claro (Avenida "D" de Campo Claro), Caracas 1071 / Apartado 70151, Caracas 1071-A, Venezuela

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The Essentials

Location

Location: Av. D de Campo Claro, Zona Postal 1071A, Caracas, Venezuela. The Lycée Français de Caracas is the French section of Colegio Francia. It is located in Caracas, Venezuela.

Stages

Maternelle (TPS, PS, MS, GS); Primary (CP, CE1, CE2, CM1, CM2); Collège (6e–3e); Lycée (Seconde, Première, Terminale).

Type

French international school in the AEFE network; AEFE-conventioned.

Pupil Nationality Mix

79% Venezuelan; 16% Franco-Venezuelan and French; 5% from around 40 other nationalities worldwide.

Additional learning support

Linguistic Inclusion Program (DIL) supports integration into the French education pathway for non-French-speaking students. Beginning in middle school (sixième), due to the diversity of subjects and multiple teachers, enrollment in DIL becomes more intensive. Beginning in the 2021 school year, any non-French-speaking child entering the Lycée Français after the maternelle cycle (from age 6) will automatically join DIL for two years.

Country affiliation

France (AEFE network).

Diving Deeper

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Fees

Summary

No public fee schedule for the Lycée Français de Caracas (Colegio Francia) for the 2026/27 academic year (or 2025/26) could be located on the school's publicly accessible pages during a review of the school's online information.

Application fees

- No published amount for an application or enrollment (one‑time) fee was found for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)

- No published tuition schedule broken down by year group, term, or annual totals was found for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years. Specific per‑term or per‑year amounts for nursery, primary, and secondary levels are not available in the school's public materials.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- No publicly posted billing schedule (for example: number of instalments, termly/quarterly/monthly options, due dates, penalties, or discounts for early payment) was found for 2026/27 or 2025/26.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- No information indicating that boarding is offered, nor any boarding fee schedule, was found in public school materials for 2026/27 or 2025/26.

Other costs or fees (uniforms, books, insurance, activities, transport, etc.)

- The only specific related item located in the school's public pages refers to the school's contracted student insurance (seguro escolar), but no associated annual or one‑time cost amount was published. No public fees for uniforms, books, exams, extracurricular activities, transport, or capital/registration funds were found.

Refund information

- No published refund policy or specific conditions for refunds of tuition, enrollment fees, or deposits for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years was found in the school's public materials.

Fee payment options (credit card, bank transfer, etc.)

- No publicly posted list of accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, local currency options, international wire, credit card, online payment platforms, or third‑party payment processors) was found for 2026/27 or 2025/26.

Brief note on search outcome and insufficiency

- A review of the school's publicly available pages returned general school information but did not include an itemised fee schedule, price list by year group, billing calendar, boarding fees, refund policy, or payment method details for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years. The only clearly identified operational item with any financial implication was reference to student insurance (no price published). Because no fee figures or schedules were published, specific numerical values, per‑term breakdowns, refund terms, and payment options cannot be provided here.

Academics

Curriculum

The school follows the programs of the French Ministry of National Education as part of the AEFE network. Since 2016, cycles are organized as Cycle 1: the maternelle (preschool; not mandatory; compulsory schooling begins in Cycle 2); Cycle 2: the fundamental learning (CP, CE1, CE2) with foreign languages, moral and civic education, mathematics, world discovery, arts and physical education; Cycle 3: the consolidation cycle (CM1, CM2, 6e) with greater focus on literature, history and geography, and the sciences with information technology tools; Cycle 4: the deepening cycle (end of collège: 5e, 4e, 3e) with the introduction of LV2 (German or Spanish) in 5e and 2.5 hours weekly, plus personalized support (1-2 hours weekly) and interactive pedagogical spaces (EPI). At the lycée, students follow the general track with Seconde, Première and Terminale. Project-based pedagogy is used across maternelle, primary and secondary to foster student motivation, autonomy and collaboration.

Exam Results

Brevet and Baccalauréat exam pass rates have remained above 90% for many years, placing the school among the top 20 lycées in the region.

Higher Education Progression

Post-baccalaureate orientation resources are provided; Campus France Caracas offers promotion and orientation for pursuing higher education in France, and organizes university events and tests and provides documentation for studying in France.

Gifted and Talented

Excellence-Major scholarships are offered; these government-sponsored scholarships are awarded to high-achieving non-French baccalaureate graduates from a French lycée to pursue higher education in France (Eiffel and Major programs).

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Admissions

This initial contact starts the information exchange and helps clarify program details, timelines, and required documents. The email address is used to address inquiries about admissions. The exchange sets expectations for the subsequent steps in the 2025-2026 cycle.

Step 02 Receipt of Documents: The applicant must submit to the Admissions Department all documents requested previously via electronic submission. The required documents vary by grade. For 1st grade, the documents include the studentfers school ID, photocopies of the parentsB4 identity cards (150% size), a recent passport-style photo of the student, proof of current or completed 3rd year of early education, a photocopy of the birth certificate, a photocopy of the vaccination certificate, and a health certificate issued by the pediatrician. For 2nd grade and above, the documents include a photocopy of the studentfers identity card (150% size) for students older than 9, the studentfers school ID (for younger than 9), photocopies of the parentsB4 identity cards and the RIF on a single sheet (as required by the Educational Zone), a photocopy of the birth certificate, a recent passport photo, a progress certificate (for applicants from 2nd to 6th grade), and a grade certificate (for applicants from 1st year to 5th year). Note: If the student studied outside the country, academic documents must be apostilled.

Step 03 Administrative Evaluation: After submission, the Administration Department conducts the administrative evaluation and subsequently informs the Admissions Department of the result. The evaluation determines readiness for progression to the next step in the process. The Admissions Department then reviews the outcome and communicates any further requirements or decisions.

Step 04 Family Interview: The process includes a pedagogical assessment of the applicant and a guided tour of the school facilities. This stage assesses fit with the program and school environment and provides families with an opportunity to see classrooms and resources. The interview complements the documentation reviewed in earlier steps.

Step 06 Enrollment Formalization: Upon approval by the Admissions Department, the family may pay the registration and enrollment fees and formalize enrollment at the school. The enrollment is concluded after the financial steps are completed and the necessary confirmations are made.

Scholarships

Scholarships: The AEFE can provide financial aid to French children residing abroad in the form of scholarships. A local scholarships commission reviews applications and analyzes information provided by families, then makes recommendations to the AEFE, which decides final awards after input from a national commission. The local commission meets twice a year: in spring for renewals and in autumn for new or deferred cases. The Consulatesure Scholarships Service informs families and provides the scholarship application form and the list of required documents. French families who wish to apply should download the dossier and submit it to the Consulates service by the stated deadline. The school provides these resources and guidance as part of its scholarship offering. The Bourses Scolaires page also notes that the AEFE may provide scholarships to French residents abroad and describes the local and national review process, including forms and documents to be submitted by families.

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FAQs

General information: Where is Lycée Français de Caracas located, and what is its relationship to Colegio Francia?

The school is in Caracas, Venezuela, at Av. D de Campo Claro, Zona Postal 1071A. It operates as the French section of Colegio Francia and is part of the AEFE network, serving as a French international school in that community.

General information: What age range does the Lycée Français de Caracas serve, and which levels are included?

The school welcomes students aged 2 to 18, from maternelle through terminale. Levels include Maternelle (TPS–GS), Primary (CP–CM2), Collège (6e–3e), and Lycée (Seconde–Terminale).

General information: What curriculum does the school follow and what type of school is it?

Lycée Français de Caracas follows the French Ministry of National Education programs as part of the AEFE network. It is a co-educational French international school and the French section of Colegio Francia.

Fees and admissions: Are tuition fees or application fees publicly published for 2026/27?

No public fee schedule or application/enrollment fee amounts are listed in the public materials available. The only explicit financial reference is to a student insurance requirement, with no price published.

Fees and admissions: What are the main steps in the admissions process?

Admissions begin with an information request by email, followed by submission of required documents, an administrative evaluation, a family interview, and finally enrollment formalization with payment of registration and enrollment fees.

Fees and admissions: Are scholarships available, and how could families apply?

AEFE can provide financial aid to French families abroad, with a local scholarships commission reviewing cases and making recommendations. The Consulate's Scholarships Service provides application forms and guidance, and the school supports families through this process.

Academics: How is the French curriculum organized across cycles at the school?

The curriculum is organized into cycles: Cycle 1 (maternelle), Cycle 2 (CP–CE2), Cycle 3 (CM1–CM2 and 6e), Cycle 4 (5e–3e). In 5e, LV2 is introduced and there is ongoing personalized support (1–2 hours weekly) and interactive spaces (EPI). In lycée, students follow Seconde, Première and Terminale with project-based pedagogy.

Academics: How do Brevet and Baccalauréat exam results perform?

Brevet and Baccalauréat pass rates have remained above 90% for many years, placing Lycée Français de Caracas among the top 20 lycées in the region.

Academics: What languages are taught and is there language support for non‑French speakers?

Instruction is primarily in French with some subjects in Spanish. English, Italian, and German are also offered. A Linguistic Inclusion Program (DIL) supports non‑French-speaking students, especially from middle school onward.

Facilities: What facilities does the campus offer?

The campus includes laboratories, a theatre, outdoor swimming facilities, sports fields, computer labs, a multimedia room, a technology room, science laboratories, a library, and music rooms, plus on-site dining spaces.

Facilities: What dining options are available on campus?

There are two dining options: Restoven for full meals and 12crepes for a French bistrot-style menu. Students may also bring their lunch, and microwaves are not available due to sanitary protocol.

Facilities: Are there spaces for arts and sports beyond regular classes?

Yes. Afternoon activities include theatre, dance, football and fencing, plus cinema clubs (Cine-Club and Gallo Cinefilo) and an on-site sports association for student life.

Beyond the classroom: What extracurricular activities are offered?

Extracurriculars include theatre, dance, football, fencing, and cinema clubs, with language study and project-based learning complemented by school trips to broaden experiences.

Beyond the classroom: What clubs or student-life structures exist?

The school supports an Association Sportive (sports club) and an Association des Parents d'Élèves (APE), which engages families in governance and activities.

Beyond the classroom: How does the school foster global and cultural learning?

Global learning is supported through project-based pedagogy, school trips, and the AEFE network's multilingual context, with French, Spanish, English, Italian, and German offered.

Wellbeing and support: How does the school support students with SEN or learning differences?

The school provides inclusive pathways with individualized or collective supports for a range of needs (e.g., dyslexia, dysorthography, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, intellectual precocity) and works with families to tailor arrangements.

Wellbeing and support: How is language support for non-French speakers handled?

Most courses are taught in French, with Spanish taught as the host-country language; English is taught as a foreign language, and a DIL program supports non-French-speaking students, especially from middle school.

Wellbeing and support: What mental health and safeguarding resources are available?

School psychologists provide ongoing support, training, and parenting resources, while safeguarding rules define rights and responsibilities and ensure a safe school environment with appropriate disciplinary measures.

School culture: Is boarding offered at Lycée Français de Caracas?

Boarding is not indicated in public materials, so the school appears to operate as a day school.

School culture: What are the uniform requirements?

Uniforms are mandatory and must bear the school crest. Colors vary by level: Nursery (navy pants with red polo), Primary (navy pants with white polo), Collège (navy pants with light blue polo), Lycée (navy pants with beige polo; blue skirt optional for girls). Head coverings or political/religious symbols are restricted, and students without uniform are referred to the Student Life Office.

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