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French lycée or international school? The diagnostic
Dubai, London, Singapore, Hong Kong: answer 5 questions and discover which type of school best fits your family.
Where do you live?
Select your city to get tailored school recommendations.
How it works
- Choose your city from the 4 education hubs offered (Dubai, London, Singapore, Hong Kong).
- Answer 5 questions about your child’s study plans, dominant language, budget, preferred teaching style and community.
- Receive a personalised recommendation with the school type that best fits your profile, and actual schools in your city.
The 5 criteria the tool evaluates
| Criterion | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Target country for higher education | France = French lycée, UK/USA = international, undecided = bilingual/IB |
| Child’s dominant language | A child who thinks in English in a French lycée (or vice versa) suffers unnecessarily |
| Budget | The gap between French lycée and international school is 1 to 3 |
| Teaching style | Academic rigour vs projects and autonomy: two philosophies, two types of students |
| Community | Friends, social codes, sense of belonging matter as much as the curriculum |
Limitations
This tool provides guidance, not a definitive answer. It does not replace visiting schools, talking to your child, or working with an orientation counsellor specialised in expatriation. School data is indicative and may change from year to year.