Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle
School summary
Founded in 1915, the Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle brings a distinctly French education to the heart of Kensington and Chelsea. With around 3,420 pupils across its age range, it is a notably large independent school, and its bilingual, internationally minded character sets it apart from most London independents. Around 556 of those pupils are in the sixth form. The school is inspected by the ISI and led by headteacher Catherine Bellus-Ferreira.
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Latest results
GCSE grade 9-7
72%
National average 23%
A-level A*-A
48%
National average 28%
A-level A*-B
70%
National average 55%
Teaching & academics
Results sit well above the national picture: 72% of GCSE grades fall in the 9-7 range against a national average of 23%, while at A-level 48% of entries reach A*-A and 70% A*-B. The academic culture leans strongly towards languages and the sciences, with French, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology among the most popular A-level choices, alongside Economics, Geography and Spanish. With both French and Spanish taught and a clearly bilingual ethos, the school suits families wanting a rigorous Francophone education in London.
Languages
Popular GCSE subjects
Headteacher · Catherine Bellus-Ferreira
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 556
A-level subjects
Qualifications offered
Beyond the classroom
Team sport features prominently, with volleyball, basketball and football among the main activities on offer.
Main sports
School life & ethos
- Founded
- 1915
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 7.45%
- EHC plans
- 0.14%
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £13,220 - £21,120
Welfare grants and bursaries are available
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A large, established French institution in central London where academic results comfortably outpace national averages. Day fees range from £13,220 to £21,120, with welfare grants and bursaries available to help with access.
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Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.