At a glance
Ecole Francaise Internationale de Djeddah has welcomed children from the French speaking community of Jeddah since 1966, which makes it one of the oldest international schools in the city. It is approved by the French Ministry of Education, which means it delivers education in line with French legislation and prepares pupils for the national French diplomas, the Brevet, known as the DNB, and then the French Baccalaureate. Teaching is in French, with Arabic, English and Spanish offered as additional languages, and the school takes pupils from age 2 through to 18. A school bus service and school lunches are available. The campus sits on the Al Madinah Al Munawarah Road, near King Abdulaziz International Airport. For the wider market, see our guide to international schools in Jeddah.
| Detail | Summary |
|---|---|
| Curriculum and exam boards | French; Brevet (DNB) and French Baccalaureate |
| Stages | Ages 2 to 18 |
| Language of instruction | French (Arabic, English, Spanish offered) |
| Founded | 1966 |
| Fee band | Mid |
| Campus | Al Madinah Al Munawarah Road, Jeddah |
Curriculum and academics
The academic offer follows the French national programme from the early years through to the end of secondary. Pupils work towards the Brevet, the national diploma taken at the end of lower secondary, and then the French Baccalaureate, the qualification used for entry to universities in France and, increasingly, elsewhere. Because the school is approved by the French Ministry of Education, its programme aligns with schools in France, which makes moves within the French system straightforward for internationally mobile families. Teaching is in French, with Arabic, English and Spanish offered alongside, so pupils build strong multilingual skills. We report the school offer in the terms it uses and do not publish examination results we cannot verify, so ask the school directly for recent Baccalaureate outcomes. To understand how the system works, read our explainer on the French curriculum.
Ecole Francaise Internationale de Djeddah fees
| Stage | Annual tuition |
|---|---|
| Youngest years, from | SAR 25,217 |
| Top of school, to | SAR 48,609 |
Source: Ecole Francaise Internationale de Djeddah (lyceefrancaisdjeddah.com), fee band for academic year 2025/26 as compiled by the International Schools Database. Figures are a from and to band across the school rather than a per grade schedule. Fees are the most recent published figures for the stated academic year and exclude one off costs such as registration, deposits and examination fees. A 15 percent VAT may apply to non Saudi families. Always confirm current fees directly with the school.
Ecole Francaise Internationale de Djeddah fees sit in the mid band for the city. For 2025/26 the published band ran from about SAR 25,217 in the youngest years to about SAR 48,609 at the top of the school, with tuition rising by stage. Because the school publishes a from and to band rather than a single figure for every year group, ask the admissions team for the exact rate for your child stage. Beyond tuition, budget for registration and any optional transport, as the school runs a bus service. You can place the band in context through the Jeddah city hub and compare stage by stage on the Jeddah primary fees page.
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Admissions
Admission follows the French academic year, with the main intake at the start of the year and places into other year groups where space exists. The school assesses each applicant in an age appropriate way and, because it aligns with the French system, transfers from other French schools are usually straightforward. Teaching is in French, so families should discuss the level of French required for older applicants who are new to the system. Apply ahead of the year you need a place, and the school confirms the documents it requires, including residency and transfer papers, during the process.
Location and who goes there
The campus sits on the Al Madinah Al Munawarah Road in the north of Jeddah, near King Abdulaziz International Airport, with a school bus service for families further out. As the main French school in the city, it draws francophone families from France, North Africa and across the region, along with families who want a French pathway for its multilingual approach. The right school in Jeddah usually comes down to the curriculum you want, the fee band you can sustain and the commute, so visit in person and compare shortlisted schools side by side. For the wider picture, return to the Jeddah city hub.
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Frequently asked questions
How much are Ecole Francaise Internationale de Djeddah fees?
For 2025/26, the published fee band ran from about SAR 25,217 in the youngest years to about SAR 48,609 at the top of the school. This places EFID in the mid band for Jeddah. Ask the school for the exact rate for your child stage.
What curriculum does Ecole Francaise Internationale de Djeddah follow?
The school follows the French national curriculum, approved by the French Ministry of Education, and prepares pupils for the Brevet and the French Baccalaureate, teaching in French.
When was Ecole Francaise Internationale de Djeddah founded?
The school has welcomed the French speaking community of Jeddah since 1966, making it one of the oldest international schools in the city.
Is Ecole Francaise Internationale de Djeddah a good school?
It is the main French school in Jeddah, approved by the French Ministry of Education, with a multilingual approach. Whether it suits your child depends on whether you want the French pathway.
Where is Ecole Francaise Internationale de Djeddah located?
The campus is on the Al Madinah Al Munawarah Road in the north of Jeddah, near King Abdulaziz International Airport. Confirm the current address and commute with the admissions team.
