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Instructs in French, English, Arabic, Hebrew, German, Spanish, Italian
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 465
Type Co-educational
Opened 2000
Bus Service No
AvailabilityNot shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum French Curriculum
Taught languages French, English, German, Spanish, Arabic
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, High School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction
Located in the heart of Nicosia, with campuses in Nicosia and Limassol, Ecole Franco-Chypriote (formerly Ecole Française Arthur Rimbaud) delivers the French curriculum from Nursery to High School. It is a school affiliated with AEFE, accredited by the French Ministry of Education and the Cypriot Ministry of Youth, Sports and Education. From Nursery onward, instruction is delivered in French and Greek, with English introduced in primary; by the end of Key Stage 2 students are fluent in French, Greek and English. In Grade 10, an English European Section opens, and the school is working toward the French International Baccalaureate (BFI). Pupils sit the Diplôme National du Brevet in Year 10 and the Baccalauréat in Years 12–13, with pass rates reported. CDI library hosts over 4,000 books. Extracurriculars include choir, orchestra, theatre, and clubs such as High School Newspaper and Bracelet Club; AEFE links enable mobility and participation in network programs.
Ecole Franco-Chypriote has 465 pupils, instruction in French, English, Arabic, Hebrew, German, Spanish, Italian.
Location
Two campuses in Cyprus: Nicosia and Limassol. The Nicosia campus is located at 20 Konstantinou Kavafi Street, 2121 Aglantzia, Cyprus (P.O. Box 22091, 1517). The Limassol campus is located at Ptolemeon, Limassol 3041.
Stages
Nursery School; Primary; Secondary (Collège and Lycée).
Type
Private school; member of the AEFE network; Pupils follow the French curriculum from Nursery through High School; Accredited by the French Ministry of Education and the Cypriot Ministry of Youth, Sports, and Education.
Additional learning support
SEN students are a priority; dedicated staff supervise and support students with special educational needs to ensure equal opportunities.
Country affiliation
Cyprus; AEFE network member (France–Cyprus education abroad).
School day structure
School day starts at 7:55 a.m. for Nursery, Primary, and Secondary. Nursery and Primary end at 2:30 p.m. (Wednesdays at 12:00 p.m.). Secondary day starts at 7:55 a.m.; After School Care is available from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. on weekdays and from 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Wednesdays.
Bus service
A bus service is offered; about 15% of pupils use it daily; provided by an external provider on an annual contract and organized under the school's responsibility.
Diving Deeper
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Academics
Ecole Franco-Chypriote teaches French Curriculum for students aged 2 to 18.
Curriculum
The school follows the French curriculum from Nursery through High School. Pupils are prepared for the Diplôme National du Brevet in Year 10 and the Baccalauréat in Years 12-13. Multilingualism is central: students are immersed in French and Greek from Nursery, start English in Primary, and by the end of Key Stage 2 speak French, Greek and English. An English European Section opens in Grade 10 (Seconde) this September, and the school is working toward implementing the French International Baccalaureate (BFI).
Student Teacher Ratio
20 pupils per staff member
Exam Results
100% success rate in the Diplôme National du Brevet; 100% pass rate in the French baccalauréat, including 87% with honors and one student awarded the jury's congratulations.
Higher Education Progression
Most graduates from the AEFE network gain admission to prestigious French Grandes Ecoles and leading international universities. The French Baccalauréat is recognized in many countries and enables studies in France and in other European countries or internationally (United States, Canada).
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
Admissions are processed online via the Eduka platform for registrations and re-registrations. Online help is accessible via the '?' symbol at the top right of the homepage. For assistance during account creation or registration, contact the school. The school follows the French curriculum from Nursery School through High School and is accredited by the French Ministry of Education and by the Cypriot Ministry of Youth, Sports, and Education. Pupils are prepared to take the Diplôme National du Brevet in Year 10 (3ème) and the Baccalauréat diploma in Year 12 and 13 (première and terminale). From Nursery onward, instruction is in French and Greek, with English introduced in Primary; by the end of Key Stage 2 pupils are fluent in French, Greek, and English.
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FAQs
What curriculum does Ecole Franco-Chypriote follow?
The school follows the French curriculum from Nursery through High School. Pupils are prepared for the Diplôme National du Brevet in Year 10 and the Baccalauréat in Years 12-13.
What age range does Ecole Franco-Chypriote serve?
The school serves students from age 2 to 18.
Is the school co-educational?
The school is described as co-educational.
How many students attend Ecole Franco-Chypriote?
The school has approximately 465 students.
Where is Ecole Franco-Chypriote located?
Two campuses in Cyprus: Nicosia and Limassol. The Nicosia campus is located at 20 Konstantinou Kavafi Street, 2121 Aglantzia, Cyprus (P.O. Box 22091, 1517). The Limassol campus is located at Ptolemeon, Limassol 3041.
When was Ecole Franco-Chypriote established?
The school was established in 2000.
Who leads Ecole Franco-Chypriote?
The school is led by Eric Szarzynski.
Does the school provide learning support for students with special educational needs?
An inclusive school approach prioritizes students with special educational needs; dedicated staff supervise and support SEN students and design personalised plans with regular follow-up to meet each student's needs.
What languages are used for instruction?
Pupils receive instruction in French and Greek from nursery onward. English is introduced in Year 2 (CP). Greek is taught via the Greek-speaking or French-speaking pathway, and in Year 8 a second foreign language (German or Spanish) is chosen.
How do I apply to Ecole Franco-Chypriote?
Admissions are processed online via the Eduka platform for registrations and re-registrations. Online help is accessible via the '?' symbol at the top right of the homepage. For assistance during account creation or registration, contact the school.
What extracurricular activities are available?
Outside of school hours, EFC offers a diverse range of activities including mini-tennis, choir, European language and culture education, theatre, and dance.
Is there a school bus service?
A bus service is offered; about 15% of pupils use it daily; provided by an external provider on an annual contract and organized under the school's responsibility.
