Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle London

The Lycée Français Charles de Gaulle in London, established in 1915, is one of the oldest and largest French schools outside France, operating under the French Ministry of Education and the Agence pour l'Enseignement Français à l'Étranger (AEFE). With over 3,400 students from Maternelle through Terminale (ages 3 to 18), it is a flagship institution of French international education located in South Kensington. The school follows the French national curriculum and prepares students for the Brevet des Collèges and the French Baccalauréat, including the Option Internationale du Baccalauréat (OIB) with English-language sections. The school welcomes students of all nationalities, with approximately 60% French nationals and 40% from over 60 other countries. Accredited by the AEFE, the Lycée offers exceptional facilities including dedicated sports halls, science laboratories, arts studios, and a theatre. The school maintains a strong tradition of academic excellence, with outstanding Baccalauréat pass rates. Its central London location provides unique educational opportunities through access to the city's world-class cultural institutions.