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École Française Internationale de Djeddah has 900 pupils, typical class sizes of 24, instruction in French.
Location
Located in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, the École Française Internationale de Djeddah sits in the El Zahra (Al Zahra) district near Midan Al Tarikh. The mailing address is P.O. Box 9982, Djeddah 21423. The school is accessible by local roads in northern Jeddah, and a private bus service is arranged through Alfaisal Transport for commuting.
Stages
The school offers education from Toute Petite Section (TPS) through Terminale, covering preschool to upper secondary. It comprises 16 teaching levels, with 15 levels homologated.
Type
The École Française Internationale de Djeddah is a private French international school operated by Mission Laïque Française. It is part of the AEFE network and delivers curriculum aligned with French national education.
Pupil Nationality Mix
The student body includes more than 30 nationalities, with French students making up about 20% of the population. The school does not publicly publish a detailed local versus international ratio.
Additional learning support
The school provides SEN support and has dedicated resources, including a school psychologist. This indicates provision for learners with Additional Learning Needs (SEN).
Country affiliation
Affiliation with France through the Mission Laïque Française (MLF) and the AEFE network. The school follows the French national education framework.
Religious affiliation
The school is secular (laïque) with no religious affiliation noted.
School day structure
Ramadan-specific hours are published by the school and reflect schedule adjustments for that month. Publicly listed hours for standard days are not published on the site; the Ramadan schedule is publicly available.
Bus service
Yes. The school publishes a preferred private transport provider for commuting, Alfaisal Transport, including a contact number and email. Payments for the service are made directly to the provider, not through the school.
Diving Deeper
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Fees
Annual tuition at École Française Internationale de Djeddah ranges from SAR 25,217 to SAR 48,609 for 2026/27.
Application and assessment fees
- Frais d'évaluation (test / entretien) pour une première entrée : SAR 550 (TTC). Paiement possible par virement bancaire, en espèces ou par carte MADA à la caisse de l'établissement. - Frais de première inscription (droit d'entrée, DPI) : SAR 7,800 (montant hors autres frais). - Frais de réinscription annuels (DAI) : SAR 1,913.
Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts, 2025–2026)
- Toute Petite Section (TPS, âge 2 ans) — SAR 25,217. - Petite Section (PS, âge 3 ans) — SAR 33,478. - Moyenne + Grande Section (MS–GS, 3–5 ans) — SAR 35,826. - Élémentaire – Collège (5–14 ans) — SAR 37,130. - Début du lycée (Seconde, 14–15 ans) — SAR 41,739. - Première et Terminale (15–18 ans) — SAR 48,609.
- Remarques fiscales et remises : montants indiqués hors taxes applicables pour les élèves saoudiens ; une TVA de 15% s'applique aux élèves non-saoudiens. Remise de 10% à partir du troisième enfant inscrit. Les montants ci‑dessus s'entendent hors frais de première inscription (SAR 7,800) ou de réinscription (SAR 1,913).
Per-term billing and invoicing (facturation)
- Facturation par trimestre : la famille reçoit une facture du premier trimestre sur le compte EDUKA et l'inscription devient définitive après paiement intégral de cette facture. La publication consultée indique l'émission de factures trimestrielles mais ne détaille pas publiquement la ventilation numérique définitive par trimestre.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- La facture du premier trimestre est émise sur la plateforme EDUKA et doit être réglée dans les délais indiqués pour rendre l'inscription définitive. Pour les premières évaluations, le paiement est exigé en amont. Les détails précis des échéances, pénalités et conditions de paiement figurent dans le règlement financier de l'année (règlement financier 2025–2026).
Boarding (internat)
- Internat / pension : non applicable. L'offre de services de l'établissement présente des services de garderie et de transport scolaire mais aucune mention d'un internat.
Other costs and recurring extras
- Frais de transport scolaire : le service de transport scolaire est proposé, mais les tarifs par trajet/zones ne sont pas publiés sur les pages accessibles. - Restauration / cafétéria : la cafétéria existe et des menus sont publiés ; les prix des repas ne sont pas détaillés publiquement. - Activités périscolaires / clubs : inscriptions et engagements de paiement sont mentionnés pour les activités périscolaires ; les tarifs varient suivant l'activité et ne sont pas publiés sous forme unique sur les pages publiques consultées. Toute inscription validée vaut engagement de paiement. - Fournitures scolaires et lectures d'été : listes de fournitures et lectures publiées pour chaque niveau ; les coûts d'achat des fournitures restent à la charge des familles. - Uniformes : aucune grille de prix publique pour les uniformes trouvée sur les pages consultées.
Refunds and cancellations
- Politique de remboursement : les pages publiques consultées renvoient au « règlement financier 2025–2026 » pour les règles détaillées (échéances, modalités de remboursement, cas d'annulation, pénalités éventuelles). Aucune politique de remboursement chiffrée ou clause complète n'était publiée de façon explicite sur les pages accessibles (les conditions détaillées figurent dans le règlement financier).
Fee payment options
- Moyens explicitement mentionnés : virement bancaire, paiement en espèces, paiement par carte MADA à la caisse de l'établissement (mentionnée pour le paiement des frais d'évaluation). Les factures sont accessibles via la plateforme EDUKA ; le règlement financier contient les coordonnées bancaires / IBAN et modalités complémentaires.
Courte synthèse des éléments manquants des publications accessibles
- Les pages publiques consultées donnent les montants annuels par niveau, les frais d'entrée et de réinscription, l'existence d'un paiement d'évaluation et des moyens de paiement basiques, et indiquent que le détail complet est porté dans le règlement financier 2025–2026. Elles ne publient cependant pas les éléments numériques suivants de façon explicite : la ventilation chiffrée par trimestre (montants par terme), un calendrier précis d'échéances complet, les tarifs détaillés du transport, les prix de la cafétéria et des uniformes, ni la politique de remboursement complète. Le règlement financier 2025–2026 est le document de référence interne contenant ces précisions.
Academics
École Française Internationale de Djeddah teaches French Curriculum for students aged 2 to 18.
Curriculum
EFID delivers the French national education program from early years through terminale, with entry from Toute Petite Section through Terminale. The school is homologated by the French Ministry of Education and is part of the Mission Laïque Française network, allowing students to sit official national diplomas such as the Diplôme National du Brevet (DNB) and the Baccalauréat. The curriculum is taught in French as the core language, with English, Arabic, and Spanish offered as living languages; Cambridge English certificates and CIMA Arabic certificates are available through the Institut du Monde Arabe de Paris. A section culturelle provides a theatre education pathway, offering an education in theatre within the general program (parcours d'éducation au théâtre). The school follows the standard national curriculum rather than CNED, with CNED shown as Non for all levels on the AEFE profile.
Student Teacher Ratio
(Not provided by the school site; available information focuses on curriculum, languages, and program structure.)
Exam Results
The school is a center for official national exams (DNB and Baccalauréat) as part of its CNED-free French curriculum; this status is noted by the school and AEFE, indicating alignment with France's national qualifications.
Higher Education Progression
Graduates typically pursue higher education at universities worldwide, following the French Baccalauréat pathway; the institution is positioned to prepare students for post-secondary studies in France and internationally.
Gifted and Talented
(No specific gifted-and-talented program details are published on the site; the curriculum is the standard French national program with additional language and cultural opportunities.)
Wellbeing
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Parent Experience
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Facilities
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Languages
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Reputation
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Admissions
Admissions
Step 1. Enrollment is handled online via the EDUKA application. Create an EDUKA account if you are registering for the first time. Then access the admissions portal to begin a new student file for the 2025/26 school year. For additional information, contact Ms. Step 2. In the admissions portal, create the dossier for a new student for 2025/26. Complete the dossier with information as requested and gather all required documents. Ensure the dossier is started for the 2025/26 school year. Step 3. After the dossier is created, click on the “demande d'inscription” to finish the submission and upload all required documents. Ensure attachments match the request and are complete. Missing or non-matching attachments block the process. Step 4. For additional information, contact Ms. The admissions team can provide clarifications during the process.
Scholarships
Scholarships are offered as follows. For residents who are French, scholarship application forms are available from Mme OUARRAKI in EFID's accounting office or on the Consulate General of France in Djeddah's site. Read the information note about the 2025-2026 scholarship campaign. Scholarship applications must be submitted by families to the Consulate General of France by appointment no later than February 19, 2026; this deadline is strict. Note: children for whom a scholarship is requested must be enrolled at EFID and listed in the Consulate's registry of French nationals living abroad. For non-French residents, social aid toward registration and tuition may be granted on social criteria. Download the social aid application form and the list of required documents, then submit the dossier to EFID with all attachments by the stated deadlines. A commission reviews the applications, and the aid is a partial contribution toward the tuition.
School Events
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FAQs
What ages does École Française Internationale de Djeddah (EFID) serve, and what range of grades does it cover?
EFID welcomes students from age 2 up to 18, covering Preschool through Lycée (primary, middle, and high school) and culminating in the French Baccalauréat.
Where is EFID located and what is notable about its campus?
EFID is in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The premises opened for the 2021 school year and feature a modern, well‑equipped environment.
What is the annual tuition range at EFID, and how is it billed?
Annual tuition ranges from SAR 25,217 to SAR 48,609 (HT) depending on the grade, billed in three installments across the year; the first installment triggers enrollment after payment.
Are there scholarships or financial aid options for EFID, and how do families apply?
Yes. French residents can apply for scholarships via the French Consulate, and non‑French families may access social aid based on criteria. Applications have deadlines (e.g., February 19, 2026 for the 2026‑2027 year) and require documentation.
What curriculum does EFID follow, and are there any special tracks?
EFID follows the French national curriculum with an International Section and a Cultural Section; instruction is in French, Arabic, English, and Spanish, and the Lycée offers the French Baccalauréat along with the Diplôme National du Brevet for collège.
How did EFID perform in the 2025 French exams (Baccalauréat and Brevet)?
In 2025, 60 students earned the Baccalauréat with 92.8% receiving mentions (29 Very Good; 12 jury's congratulations; 13 Good; 14 Fair). Seventy‑two students earned the Brevet, with 48 Very Good, 17 Good, and 5 Fair mentions.
What key facilities does EFID offer on campus?
EFID includes a 500 m² maternelle courtyard, a modern pedagogical kitchen, new changing rooms, an upcoming sheltered outdoor play area, a modernized swimming pool, science and informatics laboratories, a CDI, on‑site infirmary, cafeteria, and Garderie (after‑school care).
What spaces and activities support learning outside the classroom at EFID?
Sports facilities center on the pool area; extracurriculars include basketball and swimming, plus laboratories and the CDI for science/digital learning. The school also runs a cinema program and clubs, including filmmaking and radio activities.
What extracurriculars and clubs does EFID offer beyond academics?
EFID offers Model United Nations, Olympiades mathematics, a cinema program, EFID Radio (English content), and four CDI clubs (reading, manga, cinema, and literary games).
Are there leadership or career‑oriented opportunities for students at EFID?
Yes. EFID runs a Forum des Métiers et de l'Orientation to help with career guidance and orientation, and it supports eloquence, debate, and public speaking through structured programs and student representation.
How does EFID support students' wellbeing and health?
EFID runs Parcours Santé for health education, with doctor visits, nutrition guidance, and mental wellbeing support, including a school psychologist joined in 2025. Health screenings are conducted with confidential reporting to families.
What SEN and EAL support options are available at EFID?
EFID provides inclusive support with PPRE and PAP, regular orientation interviews, and portfolios. The Parcours linguistique offers plurilingual progress in French, Arabic, and English, with certifications through Cambridge, CIMA, and DELF/DALF.
Does EFID have a boarding option or is it a day school?
EFID is a day school. There is Garderie for after‑school care for younger students.
What can families expect about EFID's food and cafeteria offerings?
The cafeteria provides a weekly menu with daily dishes; a sample week includes meat, fish, and vegetarian options, with a special offer of salad + dessert + daily dish for 25 SAR.
What governance or accreditation status does EFID have?
EFID is approved by the French Ministry of Education, affiliated with the Mission Laïque Française, and governed by a Parental Management Board (Conseil de gestion); supervision is provided by the French Embassy in Riyadh and the Saudi Ministry of Education.
What languages are taught at EFID, and are there any certification options?
Languages taught include French, Arabic, English, and Spanish. Arabic is supported with CIMA certification, and English has Cambridge certification opportunities.
Does EFID have an international or bilingual section?
Yes. EFID features an International Section with English instruction and a plurilingual program; English is taught as LV1 in CM1, emphasizing multilingual education.
What is EFID's history and how is the school governed?
EFID was founded in 1966, joined the Mission Laïque Française after AEFE ended its agreement in 2009, and is governed by a Conseil de gestion formed by French‑parent members, with administrative supervision by the French Embassy and the Saudi Ministry of Education.
What community events or parent engagement opportunities does EFID offer?
EFID hosts events such as Kermesse, Café Littéraire, Model United Nations activities, and a school‑life program including cultural and sports activities, along with a school web radio for student media.
Is there any special note about EFID's transport or logistics for families relocating from overseas?
EFID's student transport is operated by Alfaisal Transport; enrollment and payment are handled directly with the provider, and there is online registration through the school's contact channels.
