Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle
London · SW7 2DG
Lycée Français Charles de Gaulle is a large, coeducational all-through independent school in South Kensington, London, offering a distinctly French curriculum integrated with British education. Serving over 3,400 pupils from age 3 through 18, it provides a bilingual education rooted in the French educational tradition while meeting UK regulatory requirements. The school combines rigorous academic standards with an international perspective, preparing students for the French Baccalaureate and British qualifications.
- →French-medium curriculum with genuine bilingual immersion and access to French higher education
- →Location in prestigious South Kensington with established reputation across expatriate and international families
- →All-through provision from nursery to sixth form, reducing transition disruption
- →Integration of French and British educational approaches, providing flexibility for family mobility
Who thrives here
Families seeking French language immersion and cultural education, expatriate families planning return to France, pupils with strong linguistic aptitude, and internationally mobile families valuing recognised French credentials alongside UK qualifications.
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Contact & visit
35 Cromwell Road, London, SW7 2DG
London
SW7 2DG
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Frequently asked questions
How do you get into Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle?
Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle's exam results?
At Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle, 40.9% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 35.3% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle a boarding school?
Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle is a day school in London and does not offer boarding.
What is Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle “Inadequate” (2023).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong French curriculum and authentic cultural immersion; valuable for families planning international or French higher education pathways
✓Rigorous academic standards and structured pedagogy producing confident, articulate pupils
✓Central London location with excellent transport links and cultural accessibility
✓Established institution with clear identity and experienced staff familiar with bilingual education
Common concerns
!Limited information on SEND support and accessibility for pupils requiring additional help in bilingual environment
!High transition barrier for pupils joining mid-school without prior French; intense bilingual demands may not suit all learners
!Ofsted not yet inspected; limited independent validation of safeguarding and quality beyond French accreditation frameworks
!Large pupil body (3,467) may limit individual pastoral attention at secondary level