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Taught languages Armenian, English, Russian, German, Spanish, Mandarin
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction
Lycee Francais Anatole France is an Armenian-based International French Lycée, the only Armenian school approved by the French Ministry of National Education and recognised under the 2011 intergovernmental agreement between France and Armenia. The school teaches in French, following the programs of the French Ministry of National Education, from nursery to high school. It offers a bespoke curriculum and a pathway to French diplomas: nursery (maternelle) 2-5, elementary (elementaire) 6-10, middle (college) 11-14 with the Brevet, and high school (lycee) 15-17 with the Baccalaureat. The school is part of the AEFE network, in the ZECO zone, enabling exchanges and study in France or abroad. Facilities include a canteen with meals included, designed by a nutritionist. After-school activities (Périscolaire) begin October 1, with extracurriculars and a Student Council in leadership roles. An Armenian section supports local language and culture. This environment broadens students' horizons and learning for their future in Armenia.
Lycee Francais Anatole France has 294 pupils, instruction in French.
Location
37, Burnazyan street, 0005 Yerevan, Armenia.
Stages
Nursery, Elementary, Middle, and High School; Armenian section.
Type
International French Lycée Anatole France; the only Armenian school approved by the French Ministry of National Education and recognized by an intergovernmental agreement signed in 2011 between France and Armenia.
Pupil Nationality Mix
The school has 24 nationalities represented.
Country affiliation
France
School day structure
Working day lasts 6 hours. Weekend is free.
Fees
Annual tuition at Lycee Francais Anatole France ranges from AMD 50,000 to AMD 3,750,000 for 2026/27.
Application fees
- French-section first registration (one-time): AMD 350,000. - Armenian-section first registration (one-time): AMD 50,000.
Tuition fees by year group (annual and breakdowns where payment options are available)
- French section (annual rates for 2026–2027): - Kindergarten (maternelle): AMD 2,200,000 per year. This annual rate includes tuition, insurance, the school canteen, and daycare from 8:30–9:00 and 15:10–17:00. - If paid by semester (school permits payment by semester): AMD 1,100,000 per semester (annual ÷ 2). - If spread monthly (school permits monthly payment): approximately AMD 183,333 per month (annual ÷ 12). - Elementary school: AMD 2,870,000 per year (includes insurance, canteen and the same daycare hours). - Per semester: AMD 1,435,000. Per month (12-way): approx. AMD 239,167. - Collège (middle school): AMD 3,460,000 per year (includes insurance, canteen and daycare). - Per semester: AMD 1,730,000. Per month (12-way): approx. AMD 288,333. - Lycée (high school): AMD 3,750,000 per year (includes insurance, canteen and daycare). - Per semester: AMD 1,875,000. Per month (12-way): approx. AMD 312,500.
- Armenian section (annual rate for 2026–2027): - Armenian-section tuition with school canteen: AMD 960,000 per year. The first registration fee for new pupils in this section is AMD 50,000 (paid once). - Per semester: AMD 480,000. Per month (12-way): approx. AMD 80,000. The school explicitly notes the monthly payment is a facility and does not exempt payment of the full term.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Accepted payment schedules: fees are payable in advance by full year, by semester, every two months, or monthly; local pages also reference payment at the beginning of the school year, at the beginning of each term/quarter or at the beginning of each month. Families must notify the school accountant of the chosen payment option. Invoices are payable within three days of receipt of the corresponding documents. - Consequences of non-payment: a single reminder is sent; if payment remains outstanding at the end of the term/trimester the pupil may be removed from the register and legal recovery procedures may be initiated. The school can agree extended payment deadlines only after a written request and interview with the accounting service. - Discounts for siblings: 2nd, 3rd and 4th children from the same family receive a 15% reduction each; the first-registration fee remains unchanged.
Boarding fees
- Boarding (internat) is not listed among the school's standard services or annual rates; the published annual fees cover day services (tuition, insurance, canteen and specified daycare hours). No separate boarding fees are published.
Other costs and fees (not included in the annual tuition)
- Books and school supplies: not included in the tuition and billed separately where applicable. - Exam fees: charged in addition to tuition; exam registration fees are invoiced and cannot be refunded once the school has completed the registration to the examination body. - Extracurricular and after-school courses: many extracurricular activities and any language or cultural classes outside regular school hours are charged separately and are not included in the tuition. - School trips and pedagogical outings: travel and related costs are billed separately and are not included in the tuition. - Damage and replacement charges: families are liable for damage or loss of school property; replacement costs for textbooks, for example, may range (when listed) from AMD 5,000 to AMD 10,000 depending on the item. - Uniform / dress code: the school's internal regulations specify a uniform policy (sweatshirts, long-sleeve polos and branded items for winter wear); specific uniform items are required but published pages do not list fixed prices for uniform items.
Refund information
- First-registration fee: one-time first-registration fees are non-refundable. - General refund policy: sums paid to the school for tuition are in principle non-refundable and any term/trimester started is due in full; the monthly payment facility does not exempt the obligation to pay the full term. Exam fees are non-refundable once the school has registered the pupil for the examination. Exceptions or payment delays may be considered by the accounting service on written request.
Fee payment options and methods
- Payment methods stated by the school: invoices are payable by bank transfer. No public page lists credit-card payment as a standard method; families should refer to the school accounting service for available modalities.
Summary of key figures (annual, French section)
- AMD 2,200,000 — Kindergarten (annual). - AMD 2,870,000 — Elementary school (annual). - AMD 3,460,000 — Collège / middle school (annual). - AMD 3,750,000 — Lycée / high school (annual). - AMD 960,000 — Armenian section (annual, with canteen).
(See the school's published financial regulation and tuition-rate notices for the formal billing rules, refund rules and the precise practical modalities to choose a payment schedule.)
Academics
Lycee Francais Anatole France teaches French Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 2 to 17.
Curriculum
Education in French, in accordance with the programs of the French Ministry of National Education, leading to the award of internationally recognized French diplomas: Nursery school (maternelle) from 2 to 5 years old, Elementary school (élémentaire) from 6 to 10 years old, Middle school (collège) from 11 to 14 years old, validated by the Brevet des collèges, High school (lycée) from 15 to 17 years old, validated by the Baccalauréat. Possibility to continue your higher education in France, at the French University in Armenia and all over the world.
Exam Results
100% pass rate in the Baccalaureate.
Higher Education Progression
Possibility to continue higher education in France, at the French University in Armenia, and all over the world.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Lycée international français Anatole France brings together French, Armenian and international children, supervised by teachers trained in France, united by universal values. It follows a French national education curriculum taught in French, leading to internationally recognized diplomas. Armenian section is available as part of the program. The school is part of the AEFE network and in the ZECO zone, reflecting its status in the global French education system. The values include equal opportunities for girls and boys; tolerance; openness to others and to the world; development and intellectual emulation; and dialogue of cultures.
Safeguarding
The Health and Civic Education Committee (CESC) has missions including education for citizenship; it prepares the violence prevention plan; it proposes actions to help parents in difficulty and fights against exclusion; it defines a program of education in health and sexuality and prevention of risky behavior. The CESC is chaired by the Principal and includes the educational, social and health staff, as well as representatives of teaching staff, parents and students; it meets at the initiative of the Principal or at the request of the School board.
Admissions
Admissions
Step 1: Complete the pre-registration request for your child. If registering several children, the request must be completed for each child separately. You will receive confirmation of your request from the Lycée and a list of documents to provide within 48 working hours. Step 3: If your child has studied in an establishment that does not provide the French education system programs and your enrollment concerns CP/Grade 1 and any level above, you will be offered a date for a diagnostic test in mathematics and an interview with the teaching team. After the test, the school will inform you if the registration can continue. For Nursery school registrations, an appointment will be arranged with the teacher concerned. Step 4: You will complete your child's registration confirmation. The contract to be signed, the invoice, the internal regulations and the financial regulations will be communicated in the following week. Re-enrollment procedure: For our current students who will continue their education in 2026-2027 school year, it is mandatory to submit a re-enrollment request. In addition, the full tuition fees for the 2025-2026 school year must be paid. No student will appear on the school's lists if this procedure has not been followed. If there is a particular problem, contact the administration without delay.
Scholarships
Scholarships: In French educational institutions abroad, families must pay tuition fees for their children. The public authorities have set up an aid scheme in the form of scholarships (articles D531-45 to D531-51 of the Education Code). The 2026-2027 school scholarship campaign for French children residing abroad with their families is open. Applications for scholarships, accompanied by supporting documents, must be submitted to the French Embassy in Armenia before Thursday, February 27, 2026, 5:00 p.m., closing date. Terms of access: The child must be French nationality; reside with family; be registered in the world register of French nationals living abroad; be at least three years old during the calendar year in which the school year begins. Guidelines for action: The file must be submitted within time limits set by the diplomatic or consular post. The scholarship application is valid only for the current academic year and must be renewed every year. In addition, it is independent of the child's enrollment procedure in the school itself. Scholarships are awarded according to the family's financial resources. Contact: French Embassy in Armenia; 8, Grigor Loussavoritch street, Yerevan; Telephone number: 060 19 65 50 50; E-mail: admin-francais.erevan-amba@diplomatie.gouv.fr. Conditions for submitting the application: To prepare their documents, families are invited to download the application form and the list of documents to provide from the Embassy website, or below. formulaire_de_demande.pdf; liste_de_pieces_justificatives.pdf.
FAQs
What type of school is Lycée Français Anatole France?
It is the only Armenian school approved by the French Ministry of National Education, recognised under a 2011 intergovernmental agreement between France and Armenia. It is part of the AEFE network.
What age range does the school serve?
The school serves ages 2 to 17, from nursery (maternelle) through elementary, middle school (collège), and high school (lycée).
Where is the school located?
37, Burnazyan street, 0005 Yerevan, Armenia.
What qualifications do students earn?
Students earn French diplomas: the Brevet des collèges in middle school and the Baccalauréat in high school. A 100% Baccalauréat pass rate has been achieved.
How much are the fees?
French section: Kindergarten AMD 2,200,000/year (inclusive of meals and daycare). Higher levels range up to AMD 3,750,000. Armenian section fees start from AMD 50,000 registration. Scholarships are available.
What languages are taught?
French is the language of instruction. The school also has an Armenian section (Blaise Pascal) following Armenian programmes. English is taught as a foreign language.
How many nationalities are represented?
The school has 24 nationalities represented among its 294 students.
Is there a canteen?
Yes, school meals by Art Lunch are included in tuition. The menu includes a starter, hot dish, dairy product and dessert, prepared in consultation with a nutritionist.
Are there scholarships?
Yes, scholarship aid is available through the French public authorities' scheme for families in French educational institutions abroad.
When was the school founded?
The nursery opened in 1999, and the full school was created in 2007. It is the only French-approved school in Armenia.
Is there a parents' association?
Yes, information about parent involvement is provided through the school's governance structure and community channels.
