Lycee Francais de San Francisco (2025-26 Profile)

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Start: 2025-10-03T10:00:00-07:00
End: 2025-10-03T11:30:00-07:00
Location: Lycee Francais de San Francisco

755 Ashbury Street
San Francisco, CA 94117

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Tel: (415) 661-5232

Lycee Francais de San Francisco Photo #2 - School starts as early as age 2 in La Petite Ecole, a fun and gentle way to start a learning journey.

Lycee Francais de San Francisco Photo #3 - At Lycee, preschool is a very important chapter of a student's journey! As we often say: it all begins in preschool!

Lycee Francais de San Francisco Photo #4 - Sausalito students play and learn in the school garden, one of the features of the school's focus on sustainability and the environment.

Lycee Francais de San Francisco Photo #5 - The Middle and High school campus features a climbing wall bringing students to new heights!

Lycee Francais de San Francisco Photo #6 - The Lycee curriculum is well-rounded and uniquely structured, foundations for reading/writing, science and math being introduced in preschool.

Lycee Francais de San Francisco Photo #7 - Happy Play is a fantastic program of classes for baby (1yo and up) and their parent (or grandparent) to socialize, play, jump and learn.

Lycee Francais de San Francisco Photo #8 - Performing Arts is one of the many ways students build confidence and strengthen their ties with their peers... on stage!

Lycee Francais de San Francisco Photo #9 - Students can choose between the French and the International tracks offering limitless opportunities!

Lycee Francais de San Francisco Photo #10 - Outside of the classroom, kids have many fun options to play and explore, such as these big blue soft block!

Lycee Francais de San Francisco Photo #11 - Our school colors bring fun and light to an otherwise classic hallway.

Lycee Francais de San Francisco Photo #12 - Transitioning to Middle School can be stressful, but not at Lycee! Students have many opportunities to become familiar with this new chapter.

Lycee Francais de San Francisco Photo #13 - Time outside, working in the garden, has many benefits for students of all ages!

Lycee Francais de San Francisco Photo #14 - A student is working on the student-built aquaponics system : a system in which plants and koi fish feed each other.

Lycee Francais de San Francisco Photo #15 - At Lyce, life does not stop when the bell rings. Our camps and summer camps are fun and a great way to get a taste for the Lycee experience.

Lycee Francais de San Francisco Photo #16 - Curiosity and critical thinking as real strengths and values of a Lycee education.

Lycee Francais de San Francisco Photo #17 - Civic engagement and the importance of keeping our earth and its beaches clean is important. Having fun while learning about it is priceless!

Lycee Francais de San Francisco Photo #18 - Located in the heart of the Bay Area, our students can enjoy many opportunities to connect with nature, while learning and playing outdoors.

Lycee Francais de San Francisco Photo #19 - Our Seniors graduate with a dual diploma that opens the door to some of the most prestigious universities worldwide.

Lycee Francais de San Francisco Photo #20 - Students often remark on the support they get and the connection they have with their teachers - even during a friendly basketball game.

Lycee Francais de San Francisco Photo #21 - Wellbeing is a focus throughout the grades. Our wellness center and Skye, the therapy dog, contribute actively to generating dopamine!

Lycee Francais de San Francisco Photo #22 - Our 10th graders spent 3 days working on startup projects on the Microsoft campus in SF last year, Amazon WS and Deloitte this year : "Start'up Lycee is an open learning initiative"

Lycee Francais de San Francisco Photo #23 - Service learning trips, educational trips and study abroad are some of the many opportunities available to Lycee students

Lycee Francais de San Francisco Photo #24 - The Bike and Roll to school days are great fun for students and their parents, encouraging and modeling sustainable practices and safety.

Lycee Francais de San Francisco Photo #25 - An example of co-teaching with French and English Preschool teachers presenting a subject in both languages.

Lycee Francais de San Francisco Photo #26 - Rooted in California, the Lycee provides an international education that best prepares students for universities worldwide.

Lycee Francais de San Francisco is the reference for bilingual excellence in the Bay Area!

Since 1967, we help students from Preschool to Grade 12 grow curious, kind, and confident.

With campuses in SF and Marin, we explore languages, cultures, and big ideas together.

Rooted in the values of curiosity, empathy, respect, and excellence, students grow up multilingual, intellectually agile, and globally minded.

They graduate with dual diplomas, well-prepared for top universities worldwide.

Families are drawn to the Lycee for its academic reputation and stay for its tight-knit community.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

Grades: Nursery/Preschool-5
Yearly Tuition: $33,900
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS)
The French school system abroad (AEFE)

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-5

Year Founded

1967

School Calendar

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Campus Size

2 acres

Student Body

Total Students

n/a

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academics and Faculty

Average Class Size

15 students

Number of AP Courses

10 courses

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$33,900

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Admissions Director

Amy Dinh

School Notes

School Mascot: Bears

The Lycee Francais de San Francisco: The Reference for Bilingual Excellence in the Bay Area
Founded in 1967, the Lycee is a leading independent international school serving students from preschool through Grade 12 across three campuses in San Francisco and Marin.
As the Bay Area's premier French-American school, the Lycee offers two exceptional tracks: one grounded in the academically-rigorous French national curriculum; the other powered by the International Baccalaureate (IB) for students joining in Middle or High School-no French required.
Rooted in the values of curiosity, empathy, respect, and excellence, students grow up multilingual, intellectually agile, and globally minded. They graduate with dual diplomas, well-prepared for top universities worldwide.
Families are drawn to the Lycee for its academic reputation and stay for its tight-knit community. Whether starting in preschool or joining later, students thrive in a school where languages, cultures, and ideas intersect.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Lycee Francais de San Francisco cost?

Lycee Francais de San Francisco's tuition is approximately $33,900 for private students.

When is the application deadline for Lycee Francais de San Francisco?

The application deadline for Lycee Francais de San Francisco is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Lycee Francais de San Francisco located?

Lycee Francais de San Francisco is located in the Haight Ashbury neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 2 other private schools located in Haight Ashbury.

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