Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
699 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
44 |
| Most common nationality |
French/Swedish dual nationals |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
40 % local / 60% international (non-Swedish) |
| Native French speaking teachers |
Yes, except for Spanish and German |
| Language support for students not fluent in French |
Yes, many teachers are specialising in French as a foreign language and can give classes to support students, from elementary school to high school, when needed. |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Swedish, English, German, Spanish and Latin.
5e-3e : Arabic, Chinese, Hebrew, Italian, Portugese, Russian, Polish
Optional foreign or regional languages are also offered via CNED : Basque, Breton, Corse, Japanese, Occitan langue d'Oc |
| Max. number of students per class |
27 |
| Average number of students per class |
1st year in Elementary school : 14 students / class. Remaining classes in Elementary school and Secondary school : 22 students / class. High School : 23 students / class. |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
All classrooms are equipped with interactive digital whiteboards. Students sometimes use laptops, but not all the time. |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online during emergencies) |
Yes, via Teams |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
| External examinations or assessments available |
The Diplôme National du Brevet (DNB)
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| Results in these examinations |
2024 Session :
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| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Average :
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| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100 |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes |
| Learning support offered |
Accommodation depends on the needs of the students and is based on medical diagnoses. Some examples of assistance: Adaptation of pedagogical material ; More time to complete a task ; Use of some specific tools (including computers when needed) Human assistance when needed : help with copying, understanding instructions, rephrasing, etc. These accommodations can be used during examinations depending on the decision of the French Ministry of Education, |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Some courses are organised according to students' abilities, especially in Swedish and English. At collège and lycée, there are options to take additional courses (Latin, 3rd foreign language, expert maths) or to follow a curriculum in several languages.
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| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
| Entry evaluation for students |
No for students coming from the French Educational system. Yes, if coming from another system. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
All children who do not come from the French educational system must undergo a level test in French (and mathematics, if necessary at the end of college and lycee) |
| Waiting list |
Yes, if more applicants than places available |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
Usually Mid-May |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes, depending on availability, desired period and pedagogical pertinence |
| School start time |
Elementary: 9 am
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| School finish time |
Elementary: 3 pm
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| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes, both before and after the school day. |
| School bus service available |
No |
| School provided lunches |
Yes, lunch is offered for free to students at all levels. |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes, all alternatives, as well as special diets for allergies. |
| Uniform required |
No |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Elementary school : Fritids (sports, arts, outings, play and more)
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| Sports activities included |
Athletics, swimming, step, dance, badminton, table tennis, basketball and more |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes : Rugby Club Lycée Français, Sports association |
| Facilities at the school |
Library, multi-purpose hall, science labs, media hall, project hall. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Access to an outdoor sports and soccer field, as well as different indoor sport halls. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Ounded in 1959, Lycée Français Saint Louis de Stockholm (LFSL) stands as a highly valued International school, recognized in Sweden and accredited by the French Ministry of Education. Open to students from elementary through high school, LFSL offers a unique multilingual education that blends the best of French and Swedish educational systems with a global perspective. Adjacent to LFSL, our Swedish "förskola" prepares children aged 1 to 5 for a seamless transition into first grade. As a proud member of the French Education Abroad Network, LFSL is part of an unparalleled global network of 600 schools across 139 countries, educating nerly 400,000 students. This affiliation ensures that our diplomas and certifications are highly regarded by international universities and employers. For internationally mobile families, LFSL provides the assurance of educational continuity, making it easy to re-enroll children in new locations while maintaining a consistent and high-quality education. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
At LFSL, we honor the French curriculum while seamlessly integrating the rich Swedish cultural and regulatory landscape. Multilingualism and cultural openness are at the heart of our identity. Our mission is to deliver a structured, rigorous, and nurturing education, fostering critical thinking in our students.
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