Shanghai French School

Welcome to Shanghai French School, located at 350 Gaoguang Road in the Qingpu District of Shanghai, China. Offering a comprehensive education for children ages 2 to 18, the school caters to a diverse community of 1,300 students. We stand out among international schools in Shanghai for our unique blend of academic rigour, cultural immersion, and emphasis on plurilingualism. As a non-profit organization managed by an association of parents, we provide state-of-the-art facilities and a vibrant learning environment, all while maintaining one of the most affordable curriculums in the region, with annual fees ranging from 112,000 to 191,000 CNY.

Our commitment to academic excellence is reflected in our structured French curriculum, which is centrally administered and highly standardized, culminating in the French Baccalaureate. This system is renowned worldwide and recognized by top universities. Under the guidance and oversight of the AEFE (Agency for French Education Abroad) and leadership appointed by the French Ministry of Education, Shanghai French School boasts a 100% success rate on the French Baccalaureate, with 97% of students receiving honors. Our educational philosophy balances traditional teaching methods with innovative approaches like group work, problem-solving activities, and project-based learning, ensuring a well-rounded education for all students.

The school's curriculum spans primary to secondary education. In the primary years, students engage in subjects such as French language and literature, mathematics, science, history, geography, physical education, and art, with an emphasis on memorization and foundational literacy and numeracy. Secondary education builds on this foundation, offering specialized tracks in Lycée based on students' interests and career goals. The secondary curriculum includes an expansive range of subjects and multiple foreign language options, fostering both academic achievement and personal growth. Join us for one of our monthly open houses to experience firsthand the exceptional educational environment at Shanghai French School.