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Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Lycée Français Chateaubriand de Rome is a French international school located in Rome and a member of the AEFE network. It serves students from ages 3 to 18, from kindergarten through terminale, across campuses: Strohl-Fern for younger levels, and Patrizi and Malpighi for the lycée. The school is homologated by the French Ministry of National Education, confirming that its programs and organization follow French requirements while offering Italian language instruction. Curriculum emphasizes the French general path after middle school, with Seconde, Première and Terminale, and options such as ESABAC (French-Italian double diploma) or LCN (Langue et Civilisation Nationale). An English-language European Section is available in History-Geography or Sciences. The baccalaureate results are excellent and enable access to higher education programs in France, Italy and beyond. Facilities include CDI and library resources, a kindergarten-to-lycée library network, a cafeteria at the Malpighi site, and a paid transport service operated with the APE.
Lycée Français Chateaubriand de Rome has instruction in French.
Location
Three campuses serve different levels in central Rome. Strohl-Fern is at Via di Villa Ruffo, 31, 00196 Rome, lying at the bottom of the Villa Borghese park, and hosts nursery through 4th grade. Malpighi is at Via Malpighi, 11, 00161 Rome, hosting 9th and 10th grades. Patrizi is at Via di Villa Patrizi, 9, 00161 Rome, hosting 11th and 12th grades.
Stages
Maternelle, Elementary, Collège and Lycée; three sites: Strohl-Fern (nursery through 4th), Malpighi (3e and Seconde), Patrizi (1ère and Terminale).
Type
French international school, member of the AEFE network; homologated by the French Ministry of National Education.
Pupil Nationality Mix
The student body comprises 48% Italian, 22% Franco-Italian, 20% French, and about 10% from around 40 other nationalities.
Additional learning support
The school provides support for pupils with special educational needs (EBEP) within an inclusive framework; documents for families include information and conventions related to supporting students with disabilities.
Country affiliation
France (AEFE network).
School day structure
Opening hours: Strohl-Fern site 7:00–19:00; Patrizi/Malpighi sites 7:30–19:30; Monday to Friday (outside school holidays).
Bus service
A paid school transport service is offered for the Strohl-Fern site, organized by the APE in partnership with Societa Cooperativa Chateau. Minibuses pick up from home or a meeting point and drop off at Strohl-Fern at 8:20 a.m.; an attendant accompanies each bus; return trips are at 15:30 daily, with two departures on Wednesdays at 12:30 and 15:30.
Fees
Annual tuition at Lycée Français Chateaubriand de Rome ranges from EUR 6,576 to EUR 7,598 for 2026/27.
Application fee (Droits de Première Inscription — DPI)
- DPI (one‑time, payable after confirmation of inscription): EUR 1,500. These fees are non‑refundable and remain valid for five school years if the child did not begin attendance. Sibling discounts on DPI apply (30% for the 3rd child, 40% for the 4th, 50% for the 5th and following).
Tuition fees (Droits Annuels de Scolarité — DAS) — academic year split and amounts
- Maternelle / Élémentaire: Annual total EUR 6,576, invoiced by trimester as follows — 1st trimester EUR 1,973; 2nd trimester EUR 2,630; 3rd trimester EUR 1,973.
- Collège: Annual total EUR 7,265, invoiced by trimester as follows — 1st trimester EUR 2,179; 2nd trimester EUR 2,907; 3rd trimester EUR 2,179.
- Lycée: Annual total EUR 7,598, invoiced by trimester as follows — 1st trimester EUR 2,279; 2nd trimester EUR 3,040; 3rd trimester EUR 2,279.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Invoicing (avis à payer) is issued each trimester. For the 2025–2026 year the school issues the three trimester notices on or about: 2 October 2025 (1st), 2 February 2026 (2nd) and 2 April 2026 (3rd). Each avis à payer must be settled within the payment deadline stated on the notice (payment term: maximum 15 days from issuance). "Tout mois commencé est dû intégralement."
- In case of non‑payment the school follows a defined recovery sequence (reminders, formal notice, and then legal action). Bank charges for payment processing are borne by the payer.
Boarding / Pension
- There is no annual boarding (pension) fee applicable for the Lycée Chateaubriand de Rome (pension listed as “Sans objet”). No school boarding charges are applied.
Demi‑pension (school meals) — fees and split by trimester
- Changes of meal plan within a trimester are not permitted. Partial rebates for demi‑pension may be considered only for absences exceeding 15 consecutive days in a single trimester and properly justified. "Tout mois commencé est dû intégralement."
Examination fees
- Brevet (3ème): EUR 50 (charged on the 2nd trimester invoice). - Épreuves anticipées (1ère): EUR 110 (charged on the 2nd trimester invoice). - Baccalauréat (Terminale): EUR 260 (charged on the 2nd trimester invoice).
Other costs and periodic charges
- Schoolbooks and school supplies: lists of required manuals and supplies are published for each year; the purchase cost of books and supplies is borne by families.
- Transport (paid): A paid school transport service is available for the Strohl‑Fern site; service is organised by parent association (APE) in partnership with a transport cooperative. Transport charges are separate from school tuition and billed by the transport provider / association.
- Activities and clubs: Some extracurricular / peri‑school activities carry their own charges. Example: Association Sportive (AS) cotisation is EUR 40 per year. The CLAPE (centre de loisirs / périscolaire) and certain music or club activities may have additional membership or participation fees set by the organising association.
- Project, excursions and trip fees: Charges for projects, pedagogical trips and special activities are set at establishment level and invoiced separately when applicable.
Refunds and exceptional remissions
- DPI are not refundable. If the pupil did not start at the school the DPI remain valid for five school years following payment.
- Tuition remissions may be granted only in exceptional situations (serious accident, serious illness of the child, or other major family events that compromise ongoing schooling) and are examined on the basis of submitted documentation. Partial rebates for demi‑pension are possible under the specific absence conditions described above.
Sibling discounts and special staff provisions
- Family discounts on annual tuition apply: 10% per child for 3 children (simultaneous registrations), 20% per child for 4 children, 30% per child for 5 children, 40% per child for 6+ children (different rules apply for sequential vs. simultaneous registrations). Local staff employed under local contract may receive exemptions (examples: up to 80% exemption on DPI or on DAS in specified conditions).
Fee payment options and banking details
- Payments must be made on receipt of the trimestrial invoice. Accepted method: bank transfer to the school's indicated account (IBAN: FR76 1007 1449 0000 0010 2038 209 — BIC/SWIFT: TRPUFRP1); bank charges are at the family's expense. Invoices are accessible via a secure accounting link transmitted to the payer; other payment methods may be authorised by the establishment where indicated on the invoice. The school may allocate incoming payments to the oldest outstanding debts irrespective of payer indications.
Academics
Lycée Français Chateaubriand de Rome teaches French Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
After middle school, students follow the general track which includes Seconde, Première and Terminale. The lycée offers a general education while allowing ESABAC (French-Italian double diploma) or LCN (Langue et Civilisation Nationale). LCN is mandatory for Italian nationals who do not follow ESABAC. Students may also join the English-language European Section (English History-Geography or English Sciences). The baccalaureate results are excellent and enable access to highly selective higher education programs in France, Italy, and beyond. At the end of Terminale, the baccalaureate is awarded if students meet the assessment and final examination requirements.
Exam Results
Excellent baccalaureate results are achieved each year. These results enable students to access highly selective higher education programs in France, Italy, and beyond. The lycée offers ESABAC (French-Italian double diploma) and LCN (Langue et Civilisation Nationale) pathways as part of preparing students for higher education.
Higher Education Progression
Graduates proceed to higher education programs in France, Italy, and other countries.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school supports social-emotional learning through school-wide initiatives and events. On Human Rights Day, 4e3 students organized a reading brigade to share texts promoting freedom, equality and respect. The school also participates in the National Day of Resilience and hosts activities such as the AEFE Raid Vert, which emphasizes solidarity, teamwork and environmental awareness.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school pursues inclusive education for pupils with special educational needs and provides ongoing support to students and their families. Pupils with special educational needs include those with chronic illnesses; dyslexia, dysorthography, dysphasia, dyspraxia and dyscalculia; intellectually gifted pupils; pupils with disabilities; and those with significant learning or adaptation difficulties. Documents available include Convention d'accompagnement à la scolarité d'élève en situation de handicap; Livret d'information sur l'aide humaine à destination des parents dont l'enfant est en situation de handicap; Convention autorisant la présence d'un AESH; and guidance titled Répondre aux besoins éducatifs particuliers des élèves.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is taught at the primary level as part of the language program from kindergarten. A third language is introduced from age five to six. Writing begins at the end of cycle 2 and becomes more important in cycle 3. The program emphasizes comprehension and oral production, with six hours of English per month and differentiated instruction (full class and small-group) from CE2 onward. From CE2, some subjects are taught in Italian through EMILE, and an English@home space provides practice materials such as dialogues, vocabulary, songs, videos and games.
Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through initiatives such as Journée nationale de la Résilience and Human Rights Day activities, fostering resilience, awareness and reflection among students.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding follows AEFE's inclusive approach to education. The school provides procedures and documents to support students with disabilities, including Convention d'accompagnement à la scolarité d'élève en situation de handicap; Livret d'information sur l'aide humaine; Convention autorisant la présence d'un AESH; and guidance to address the educational needs of pupils.
Admissions
Admissions
Online pre-registration: Pre-registrations are open for the 2026-2027 school year and remain accessible for the current year. Pre-registration requests for all levels are exclusively online here. Use the French version of the platform and consult the user guide at the bottom of the page. Incomplete dossiers will not be considered. Please ensure that the information exactly matches the child's identity (important for potential school trips). Before proceeding with online pre-registration, you must have the following documents ready (PDF, max 25 MB): Extract of the pupil's birth certificate or full copy of the Family Record Book; copy of the pupil's identity document; copy of the pupil's Codice Fiscale, if available; copy of the identity document of Guardian 1; copy of the identity document of Guardian 2; in case of separation or divorce, the parents/legal guardians must provide a copy of the court decision specifying custody and residence of the child; current school certificate for the current year (except for Petite Section applications); school reports or bulletins for the current year; completed previous year's and current year's reports (to be transmitted as soon as available); full banking details (RIB).
Scholarships
Scholarships: The first campaign for school scholarships for 2026/2027 opens; applications may be submitted until February 16, 2026. Information about this campaign is posted on the Consulate General of France in Rome's site. Financial aid: Dossier de soutien financier.
FAQs
What curriculum does Lycée Français Chateaubriand de follow?
After middle school, students follow the general track which includes Seconde, Première and Terminale. The lycée offers a general education while allowing ESABAC (French-Italian double diploma) or LCN (Langue et Civilisation Nationale).
What are the tuition fees?
**Application fee (Droits de Première Inscription — DPI)**
- DPI (one‑time, payable after confirmation of inscription): EUR 1,500. These fees are non‑refundable and remain valid for five school years if the child did not begin attendance.
Where is Lycée Français Chateaubriand de located?
Three campuses serve different levels in central Rome. Strohl-Fern is at Via di Villa Ruffo, 31, 00196 Rome, lying at the bottom of the Villa Borghese park, and hosts nursery through 4th grade.
What age groups does the school serve?
Maternelle, Elementary, Collège and Lycée; three sites: Strohl-Fern (nursery through 4th), Malpighi (3e and Seconde), Patrizi (1ère and Terminale).
Does the school support students with SEN?
The school pursues inclusive education for pupils with special educational needs and provides ongoing support to students and their families.
Is there a school bus service?
A paid school transport service is offered for the Strohl-Fern site, organized by the APE in partnership with Societa Cooperativa Chateau.
What are the school hours?
Opening hours: Strohl-Fern site 7:00–19:00; Patrizi/Malpighi sites 7:30–19:30; Monday to Friday (outside school holidays).
How does admissions work?
Online pre-registration: Pre-registrations are open for the 2026-2027 school year and remain accessible for the current year. Pre-registration requests for all levels are exclusively online here.
What accreditations does the school hold?
AEFE (Agency for French Education Abroad)
What languages are taught?
Collège offers French, Italian (beginner, LV or LCN), living languages (English, German, Spanish), and classical languages (Latin and Greek).
What wellbeing support is available?
The school supports social-emotional learning through school-wide initiatives and events. On Human Rights Day, 4e3 students organized a reading brigade to share texts promoting freedom, equality and respect.
What facilities does the school have?
The Lycée Français Chateaubriand de Rome operates on multiple campuses in Rome: Patrizi and Malpighi for the lycée, and Strohl-Fern for other levels.
When was Lycée Français Chateaubriand de founded?
The Lycée Chateaubriand, named after the Romantic writer and statesman François-René de Chateaubriand, is a prestigious French establishment located in the heart of Rome.
What extracurricular activities are available?
ChateauMusique was created in May 2016 to give all students from nursery to lycée the chance to discover and practice music. It offers two sections: classical music led by Donatella Valeri and modern music led by Pier Paolo Pozzi.
