Lycée Français Charles Lepierre

The Lycée Français Charles Lepierre is Lisbon's prestigious French international school, operating under the direct management of the AEFE (Agence pour l'Enseignement du Français à l'Étranger) and the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Inaugurated in 1952 and named after the pioneering scientist and educator Charles Lepierre, the school is one of Lisbon's oldest and most respected international institutions, serving French and international students from Nursery through to the French Baccalaureate. The school follows the French national curriculum in its entirety, providing a rigorous academic programme that is recognised worldwide and offers guaranteed entry into the French higher education system, as well as excellent pathways to universities in Portugal and beyond. The Lycée is set in a prime location in Lisbon's Rato district, featuring well-equipped classrooms, science laboratories, a library, sports facilities, and dedicated arts spaces. The school's large and vibrant francophone community, representing numerous nationalities, creates a rich and stimulating cultural environment. With its long history of excellence, its dedicated French and Portuguese teaching staff, and its commitment to bilingual education and international mindedness, the Lycée Français Charles Lepierre remains a cornerstone of the international community in Lisbon.