Lycee Francais International d'Amman
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$7K - US$11K
Curriculum: French
Age Range: 2-18
Students: 620+
Location: Deir Ghbar, Amman
Updated April 2026
In Brief
LFiA is the obvious choice if your family is in the French system and you need continuity. For families outside the French system, it makes sense only if French-language immersion is a deliberate educational choice - the curriculum is French-medium throughout, and social integration into the wider Amman international circuit takes longer from here.
LFiA is Amman's only French-curriculum school and the city's AEFE-accredited option for families embedded in France's international education network. That network guarantee is the primary reason French families choose it without much deliberation - the AEFE system means a child who has been through the French school in Dubai, Singapore, or London can continue the same curriculum, the same exam pathways, and the same academic framework without disruption. For those families, the choice is largely made before they arrive. The school celebrated its 50th anniversary recently and has the institutional stability that suggests.
The school runs across two campuses: primary at Deir Ghbar (13 Al-Iftikhar Street) and secondary at Al-Yadudeh on the Airport Road. Two-campus logistics require planning; primary and secondary drop-off are in different parts of the city, which creates complications for families with children at different stages. Student numbers stand at 620+, with 26% Jordanian families, suggesting a meaningful local take-up for French-language education. The 100% baccalaureate pass rate and 86% distinctions rate are the headline academic figures.
The fee structure is genuinely the most affordable in this guide for upper years - JOD 7,763 for high school versus JOD 16,913 at ABS or JOD 19,216 at ICS for Sixth Form. For families who qualify for French or Jordanian nationality fee reductions, the cost is lower still. The catch is language: instruction is in French throughout, and a child without French will find the academic environment difficult for the first year or two. Ask directly about French-language support for incoming students with limited French.
What parents value
- –AEFE network membership guarantees curriculum continuity for families on French postings. If you have been through the French system elsewhere, your child walks into a familiar academic structure without any transition year.
- –Most affordable fees in this guide for secondary years - JOD 6,088 for middle school, JOD 7,763 for high school. French national families pay approximately 87% of standard rates; Jordanian nationals approximately 94%.
- –100% baccalaureate pass rate with 86% distinctions. DNB, EAB, and French Baccalaureate pathways cover a range of academic profiles and give flexibility for students targeting French or international universities.
Points of consideration
- –Two campuses in different parts of the city (Deir Ghbar for primary, Al-Yadudeh / Airport Road for secondary) add logistical complexity for families with children at different stages. Map both commutes from your home before enrolling.
- –French-medium instruction throughout. A child entering without solid French will need dedicated support during the transition. Verify the school's language support programme - and its timeline - before assuming integration will be straightforward.
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Primary | 6 | NaN |
| Middle School (College) | 11 | NaN |
| High School (Lycee) | 15 | NaN |
Fees converted from JOD. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Registration Fee (first enrolment) | NaN |
Academic Results
| Baccalaureate pass rate | 100% |
| Distinctions | 86% |
Key results: Baccalaureate pass rate 100%, Distinctions 86%.
Extra Curriculars
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Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
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Accreditations
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Student Body
Amman's international schools draw a mix of Jordanian families, diplomatic households, and families on corporate packages. Contact the school for current enrolment breakdown by nationality.
Leadership
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