Lycee Saint-Exupery is the French school in Santiago, teaching the French national curriculum and preparing students for the French Baccalaureat within the network of accredited French schools abroad. Teaching is in French, with Spanish and English added as further languages. Families weighing the international alternatives can read our French curriculum guide and our IB curriculum guide, though the French Baccalaureat is the school's senior qualification. On fees it sits in the mid to premium range for the city.
Lycee Saint-Exupery at a glance
| Detail | Summary |
|---|---|
| Curriculum and exam boards | French national curriculum, French Baccalaureat; taught in French with Spanish and English |
| Stages | Early years to end of secondary |
| Founded | Not published |
| Accreditation | Within the network of accredited French schools abroad |
| Fee band | Mid to premium for Santiago |
| Campus area | Santiago metropolitan area |
Curriculum and academics
The school follows the French national curriculum from the early years, structured through the maternelle, elementaire, college and lycee stages, and leads to the French Baccalaureat. Teaching is in French, which suits French speaking families and those who want their children to build genuine fluency, with Spanish woven in for life in Chile and English added as a further language. The Baccalaureat is recognised by universities in France and widely accepted internationally, which keeps options open across Europe, the Americas and beyond.
As part of the network of accredited French schools abroad, the lycee follows the standards and inspection arrangements of the French education system, supported by trained staff. Academics sit alongside sport, the arts and cultural activities. Families comparing it with English medium schools will find the language profile is the key difference, so it suits households who want a French or multilingual education. Ask the school for the latest Baccalaureat results and university destinations when you compare options.
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Lycee Saint-Exupery fees
Lycee Saint-Exupery sits in the mid to premium range for the city. The school publishes its annual schedule in Chilean pesos, and because exchange rates move, families relocating on a foreign salary should convert the current figures carefully rather than rely on older quotes. We do not publish an invented number here. Confirm the live schedule with the school before you commit to a place.
Beyond tuition, expect the usual additional costs, a one off enrolment or registration fee, an annual matriculation charge, and optional items such as lunch, transport and materials. Some French families may be eligible for support arrangements available across the French school network, which the school can explain. Model several years ahead with our fee calculator.
Admissions
The academic year follows the Southern Hemisphere calendar, from late February or March to December, so families relocating from Northern Hemisphere systems should plan the transition carefully. The main intake is before the start of the year, with applications reviewed where places exist and supporting school reports requested. Entry into the youngest grades is the smoothest route for families without prior French, since language develops naturally from the early years.
Older students joining from other systems may need to demonstrate or build French language skills, so discuss the pathway with admissions early. Confirm current availability and any assessment requirements before accepting a place.
Location and who goes there
The school sits in the Santiago metropolitan area and draws French and international families from across the city, alongside Chilean households who want a French education. Because campus arrangements can change, families should confirm the current location with the school and plan the commute around it, since Santiago traffic can add time across districts. The community is francophone in character, which shapes daily life and cultural events.
To weigh Lycee Saint-Exupery against the other international options in the city, including curricula and where families live, start with the Santiago city hub.
Lycee Saint-Exupery reviews
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Frequently asked questions
How much are Lycee Saint-Exupery fees?
Lycee Saint-Exupery sits in the mid to premium range for Santiago. It publishes its annual schedule in Chilean pesos and bills enrolment and tuition separately, with reduced arrangements for some French families, so request the current figures directly from the school.
What curriculum does Lycee Saint-Exupery follow?
The school teaches the French national curriculum and prepares students for the French Baccalaureat, taught in French with Spanish and English as additional languages.
Is Lycee Saint-Exupery a good school?
Lycee Saint-Exupery is an established French school in Santiago within the network of accredited French schools abroad. We publish ratings only from verified reviews, so weigh the latest results, the language fit and a campus visit.
When do Lycee Saint-Exupery applications open?
The academic year follows the Southern Hemisphere calendar, from late February or March to December. The main intake is before the start of the year, so apply several months ahead, especially for entry into French language classes.
Where is Lycee Saint-Exupery located?
The school is in the Santiago metropolitan area and serves French and international families across the city. Confirm the current campus location with the school when you plan a commute.
