Learning in the Lycee's bilingual, international environment shapes students who are thinkers, innovators and leaders, at home in the world, and inspired to make a positive difference in the lives of others.
Our teachers are leaders in their fields. Our spaces inspire learning, creating and collaborating among students and staff.
The Lycee offers a unique educational experience that prepares graduates for study in top colleges and universities around the world.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Enrollment: 1,233 students
- Yearly Tuition: $48,050
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Lycee Francais de New York ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1935
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Student Body
Total Students
1,233 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
150 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP Courses
5 courses
Advanced Courses
Calc BCEnglish language and composition
English literatureEuropean history
Human geographyUS History
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
grey pants and white shirt
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$48,050
Summer Program Cost
$1,100
Summer Program Cost Notes
per week
% on Financial Aid
18%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$25,500
Admissions Director
Janelle Charles
Admissions Associate
Magali Bertoia
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
9 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
33 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
3D DesignArabic
ChessCooking
e-sportsGirls Who Code
Robotics ClubScience video
ScratchStudent Council
Student NewspaperThe Coalition of Student Diversity Clubs
Virtual RealityWriting
Yoga
Arts and Music Programs:
Animation ClubArt History
Art StudioArtist in Residence Program
Band ensemblesChoir
JazzMusic Lessons
theaterVisual Arts
Recreational Athletic Programs:
basketballFitness
gymnasticsKarate
KenpoSoccer
Squash ClubTennis
School Notes
- School Motto: Citizens of Culture and Courage
- School Mascot: Lynx
- For Preschool: In Nursery-3, students are fully immersed in French to build a strong foundation for the years ahead. In Pre-K and Kindergarten, classes are 80% in French and 20% in English. A French teacher leads most of the day with support of an assistant. Every day, a pair of English teachers lead each class in oral language and pre-literacy instruction in English. Students (and families!) with no French are welcome to be part the Lycee's 3s, pre-K and Kindergarten programs, as young minds pick up a second and even third language quite naturally.
- Preschool classes at the Lycee offer differentiated instruction, and students without formal French in their background are fully integrated into class with French-speaking students to help speed language-acquisition and socialization.
- In Elementary School:Beginning in first grade, classroom instruction takes place 80% in French and 20% in English, with students engaging in French, history, science and math with their French homeroom teacher, who is paired with an English-speaking teacher for Language Arts and special projects.
- Middle School: Entry point to Secondary school, the focus is on supporting students in developing the core knowledge, skills and the disposition to thrive in high school and beyond.
- High School: Focus is on preparation for higher education and beyond. Students prepare for French Baccalaureate, renowned for its rigor and depth-breadth of study, with both an international option offered that combine classic courses of the French curriculum with coursework offered in top independent schools, including the AP curriculum taught by US teachers.
- Lyce graduates attend top colleges and universities in the U.S. and around the world.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Lycee Francais de New York cost?
Lycee Francais de New York's tuition is approximately $48,050 for private students and $1,100 for summer students.
Does Lycee Francais de New York offer a summer program?
Yes, Lycee Francais de New York offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.
What sports does Lycee Francais de New York offer?
Lycee Francais de New York offers 9 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, E-sports, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track.
What is Lycee Francais de New York's ranking?
Lycee Francais de New York ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Lycee Francais de New York?
The application deadline for Lycee Francais de New York is Dec. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
School Calendar
View the Lycee Francais de New York below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Christmas Day - School Closed
December 25, 2025 (Thursday)
New Year's Day - School Closed
January 01, 2026 (Thursday)
Martin Luther King Jr. Day- School Closed
January 19, 2026 (Monday)
Presidents Day - School Closed
February 16, 2026 (Monday)
Eid al Fitr - School Closed
March 20, 2026 (Friday)
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School Reviews
5 9/11/2019
My son started in Nursery this year and he already loves the Lyce. Evolving in a pluricultural environment stimulates him a lot and the fact that English and French are, organically, two strong languages in the school makes a huge difference. His teachers are super sweet and the school itself offers a safe, colorful and welcoming environment. I highly recommend I'm a happy father.
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