Lycee Francais Louis Pasteur, Lagos
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$7K - US$12K
Curriculum: French
Age Range: 3-18
Students: ~600
Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Updated April 2026
In Brief
The only credible French-curriculum school in Lagos and part of the AEFE global network of 580 schools. If your family holds French as a primary language or your child is already in the French system, this is the only realistic choice. For non-French families considering it as a differentiator, factor in the language barrier at entry and fees billed entirely in euros.
Lycee Francais Louis Pasteur Lagos has operated since 1958 - longer than any other international school in this list - and is accredited by the French Ministry of Education through AEFE (Agence pour l'Enseignement Francais a l'Etranger). Around 600 students from Maternelle (age 3) through Terminale (age 18) follow the French national curriculum, culminating in the Baccalaureat; the school posted 100% pass rates in both 2024 and 2025. Classes are capped at 25 pupils.
Fees for 2026-27 are published in euros: Maternelle EUR 6,020, Primary EUR 7,525, Secondary EUR 9,031, Lycee EUR 10,811 - with a one-time EUR 2,000 first-registration levy for new students. At current rates (approximately EUR 1 = NGN 1,728), these translate to NGN 10.4 million to NGN 18.7 million per year. A 10% early-payment discount applies if settled before 30 September, and sibling discounts of 20-30% are available. Because fees are in euros, your naira cost will move with the EUR/NGN rate.
The Victoria Island Annex location is accessible from both the Island and Ikoyi. Instruction is in French throughout; English is taught as a second language. For children arriving without French, immersion at Maternelle level works well; joining at secondary without French is very difficult. Ask the school about their langue-seconde support programme and whether your child's entry year is well-subscribed before applying.
What parents value
- –AEFE-accredited French national curriculum, 1 of 580 worldwide; 100% Baccalaureat pass rate in 2024 and 2025. Founded 1958 - the longest-running international school in Lagos.
- –Fees published and predictable; 10% early-payment discount; sibling discounts of 20-30%. Maximum class size of 25; Victoria Island location convenient for both Island and Ikoyi residents.
Points of consideration
- –Fees are billed in euros, not naira - your cost in NGN will fluctuate with the EUR/NGN exchange rate. Budget in euros for planning purposes.
- –Instruction is in French throughout. Children without French at secondary level will struggle significantly; confirm language-support options at your child's entry year before applying.
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Maternelle / Nursery | 3 | NaN |
| Primaire / Primary (CP to CM2) | 6 | NaN |
| College / Secondary (6eme to 3eme) | 11 | NaN |
| Lycee / High School (Seconde to Terminale) | 15 | NaN |
Fees converted from NGN. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| First Registration Fee (new students, one-time) | NaN |
Academic Results
| Baccalaureat 2024 | 100% pass rate |
| Accreditation | AEFE network |
Key results: Baccalaureat 2024 100% pass rate, Accreditation AEFE network.
Extra Curriculars
Contact the school for details on co-curricular activities and facilities. Ask what a normal week looks like outside lessons for your child's interests.
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
No published inspection details are currently available.
Accreditations
Accreditation details are not publicly listed.
Memberships
Membership details are not publicly listed.
Student Body
Lagos international schools serve a mix of expatriate and Nigerian families seeking an internationally recognised curriculum. Contact the school for current enrolment and nationality breakdown.
Leadership
Alain Berna
Alain Berna is Head of Lycee Francais Louis Pasteur Lagos, an AEFE-accredited school founded in 1958 and serving approximately 600 students from Maternelle through Terminale.