Lycee Francais de Kuala Lumpur
Primary and Secondary school in Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Peninsular Malaysia
Lycee Francais de Kuala Lumpur (LFKL) is a non-profit French expatriate school established in 1962, part of the AEFE global network. The school follows the French national curriculum from kindergarten through high school, leading to the French Baccalaureat. LFKL enrolls 680 students from 44+ nationalities. Corporate fees range from RM 41,300 to RM 63,000/yr; private fees from RM 29,800 to RM 47,900/yr. SMIPS code WVS0002.
Verified from SMIPS, MOE MalaysiaSchool Information
| Registration Code | WVS0002 |
| School Type | Expatriate Schools |
| Curriculum | Cambridge IGCSE, A-Levels, IB Diploma |
| Level | Varies by school (ages 3-18) |
| Medium of Instruction | English, French, German, Spanish, Chinese, Malay |
| Website | lfkl.edu.my |
| Annual Fees | RM 29,800 - RM 63,000/yearPublished fees |
| Accreditation | CIS, COBIS, IB World School |
| Languages | English, French, German, Spanish, Chinese, Malay |
| Gender | Co-educational |
| Address | 34, Jalan Dutamas Raya Kuala Lumpur 51200 Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur |
| Postcode | 51200 |
| State | Kuala Lumpur, Peninsular Malaysia |
| Phone | 03-62504415 |
| rh2@lfkl.edu.my | |
| Registered With | Ministry of Education Malaysia (SMIPS) |
About Lycee Francais de Kuala Lumpur
Established in 1962, Lycee Francais de Kuala Lumpur (LFKL) is a non-profit expatriate school and part of the AEFE (Agency for French Education Abroad) global network. The school serves 680 students drawn from more than 44 nationalities, making it one of the most internationally diverse schools in Kuala Lumpur. LFKL operates a second campus, LFKL Hevea, registered under a separate MOE code.
As a non-profit institution, LFKL reinvests revenue into the school rather than distributing profits. Campus facilities include a swimming pool, football and rugby pitches, climbing walls, and an auditorium.
Curriculum at Lycee Francais de Kuala Lumpur
LFKL follows the French national curriculum (Education Nationale) across four stages: Kindergarten (Maternelle), Elementary (Elementaire), Middle School (College), and High School (Lycee). Students sit for the Diplome National du Brevet at the end of middle school and the French Baccalaureat at the end of high school.
Instruction is bilingual in French and English. The school also offers an optional International British Section at middle and high school levels, which deepens English-language study across literature and history. This section carries an annual surcharge of RM 9,500.
LFKL is affiliated with the AEFE network, which manages and supports French schools in over 130 countries. Graduates hold the French Baccalaureat, recognized by universities worldwide.
Fees at Lycee Francais de Kuala Lumpur
LFKL runs two fee tiers: Corporate (for families whose employers sponsor tuition) and Private (for self-funding families). The expatriate schools fee comparison provides a side-by-side view across schools.
| Level | Corporate (RM/yr) | Private (RM/yr) |
|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 41,300 | 29,800 |
| Elementary | 48,500 | 35,900 |
| Middle School | 58,000 | 43,400 |
| High School | 63,000 | 47,900 |
Additional costs include an application fee of RM 8,800 to RM 13,200 depending on the level and a refundable deposit of RM 13,000. The International British Section surcharge is RM 9,500 per year for middle and high school students. Fees must be settled within three weeks of enrollment confirmation.
Admissions at Lycee Francais de Kuala Lumpur
LFKL admits students from kindergarten through high school. The school primarily serves the French-speaking expatriate community but welcomes families of all nationalities. Enrollment requires payment of the application fee (RM 8,800-13,200) and a refundable deposit of RM 13,000.
Both LFKL campuses share the same admissions process. Families can indicate their preferred campus during enrollment.
Contact admissions: 03-62504415, rh2@lfkl.edu.my, lfkl.edu.my.
Lycee Francais de Kuala Lumpur in Kuala Lumpur
LFKL is in Kuala Lumpur, which has 23 registered private schools. The school is one of 8 expatriate schools in Kuala Lumpur, serving the city’s large French-speaking community alongside families from dozens of other countries.
The Kuala Lumpur expatriate schools directory lists all registered expatriate schools in the state.
Contact: 03-62504415, rh2@lfkl.edu.my, lfkl.edu.my.
Questions about Lycee Francais de Kuala Lumpur
What curriculum does Lycee Francais de Kuala Lumpur follow?
LFKL follows the French national curriculum (Education Nationale) from kindergarten through high school, leading to the French Baccalaureat and Diplome National du Brevet. The school also offers an optional International British Section for bilingual French-English education at middle and high school levels, with a RM 9,500/yr surcharge.
How much are the fees at Lycee Francais de Kuala Lumpur?
LFKL operates two fee tiers. Corporate fees (employer-sponsored): Kindergarten RM 41,300, Elementary RM 48,500, Middle School RM 58,000, High School RM 63,000 per year. Private fees (self-funding): Kindergarten RM 29,800, Elementary RM 35,900, Middle School RM 43,400, High School RM 47,900 per year. Application fee RM 8,800-13,200. Refundable deposit RM 13,000.
How many students attend Lycee Francais de Kuala Lumpur?
LFKL enrolls approximately 680 students from more than 44 nationalities. The school has operated as a non-profit institution since 1962 and is part of the AEFE (Agency for French Education Abroad) global network of French schools.
Does Lycee Francais de Kuala Lumpur have a second campus?
Yes. LFKL Hevea is the second campus, registered separately with MOE Malaysia under code WVS0006. Both campuses follow the same French national curriculum, share the same fee schedule, and operate under the LFKL network in Kuala Lumpur.
Where is Lycee Francais de Kuala Lumpur located?
LFKL is in Kuala Lumpur. The campus includes a swimming pool, football and rugby pitches, climbing walls, and an auditorium. Contact: 03-62504415, rh2@lfkl.edu.my, lfkl.edu.my.