Independent bilingual French-English school, nursery-grade 12, with ADD/ADHD support, small classes, and diverse community in Chicago
Lycée Français de Chicago is an independent school serving nursery through Grade 12 in Chicago with ADD/ADHD support services available. The school serves a diverse, multicultural student body and provides structured academic programming within a supportive environment. Average class sizes of 17 students help ensure individual attention for learners who may benefit from closer teacher-student relationships.
The school's bilingual French-English curriculum and specialized language immersion approach create a highly structured, consistent daily environment that can be beneficial for students with attention or learning differences. LFC offers extensive extracurricular activities, clubs, and sports programs designed to engage students across varied interests and learning styles. The school emphasizes community, known to support students as they develop confidence and skills both academically and socially.
Admission is rolling with a December 31 deadline, and no prior French language experience is required for entry in most grades. Tuition ranges from $28,925 to $29,500 depending on grade level, with financial aid available to 20% of the student body (average grant $9,000). Prospective families are encouraged to contact the admissions office at (773) 665-0066 or visit lyceechicago.org to discuss how the school's support services and educational approach may meet their child's needs.
At a Glance
TypeSchool with Special Program Emphasis
GradesNursery/Preschool-12
Students789
Class Size17:1 ratio
Tuition$28,925
Fin. Aid20% receive aid
Est.1995
DeadlineDec. 31 / rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Other school association(s), Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS), Lake Michigan Association of Independent Schools (LMAIS)
School Information
| School Type | School with Special Program Emphasis |
| Year Founded | 1995 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $28,925 |
| Tuition Notes | PreK–K: $28,925 1st–8th Grade: $29,200 9th–12th Grade: $29,500 |
| Total Students | 789 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 94 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 86 |
| Average Class Size | 17 |
| Grades Offered | Nursery/Preschool-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Alexandra Zagmout |
| Admissions Associate | Khadija Wade |
| Admission Deadline | Dec. 31 / rolling |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 20 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $9,000 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 28 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
ADD/ADHD Support
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Matriculation DataView data
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Basketball · Climbing · Crew · Cross Country · Dance · Golf · Ice Hockey · Martial Arts · Rock Climbing · Sailing · Soccer · Swimming · Track and Field · Volleyball |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Black Student Alliance · Business Club · Community Service Clubs · Creative Writing · Data Science · Economy · Eye to Eye · German · Greek Club · Key Club · Math Club · Model UN · Science Club · Spanish Club · Yearbook · Arts and Music Programs: · Musical Theatre · Private Music Lessons (piano · violin · guitar · cello · ...) · Recreational Athletic Programs: · Chess Wizards |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · Other school association(s) · Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) · Lake Michigan Association of Independent Schools (LMAIS) |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | www.lyceechicago.org/calendar |
| Summer Program Details | View Summer Program Details |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |