École Française Internationale Auckland is a new international school offering the French curriculum adapted to the New Zealand context, and taught in both French & English. The tuition fees are free for domestic students. For international students, please consult the International students page.
The school was selected as one of the first seven Charter schools in New Zealand, following a rigorous selection process. Compliance with the Charter School Agency’s requirements is monitored through the Performance Management Framework. Please consult the Charter School Agency website for more information.
Please read our School Community Engagement Policy.
Vision
To offer every student educational excellence as well as cultural openness via a multilingual learning environment that fosters knowledge, reflection, creativity, independence, social commitment, community spirit and a strong sense of citizenship.
The school also takes into account the New Zealand Statement of National Education and Learning Priorities (NELP): learners at the center, barrier free access, quality teaching and leadership, future of learning and work and world class inclusive public education. These priorities are also an integral part of the French education ideal and at the center of our vision, policies and educational strategies.
Our Motto
“One school, two languages, a world to explore”
We aspire to offer every student educational excellence as well as cultural openness via a multilingual learning environment that fosters knowledge, reflection, creativity, independence, social commitment, community spirit and a strong sense of citizenship.
Values
Our school’s ethos is grounded in key principles that reflect our values and practices. These principles form the foundation of our students’ education and prepare them to become global citizens:
- Excellence in education: EFIA offers an international, bilingual French-English education, blending the academic rigor of the French curriculum with the hands-on, student-centered approach of New Zealand curriculum and pedagogy.
- Inclusivity and diversity: EFIA welcomes students from all backgrounds, promoting a multicultural and inclusive environment that celebrates differences and fosters intercultural understanding.
- Holistic development: EFIA aims to provide a balanced educational experience, combining the strengths of both the French and New Zealand educational systems. Our programme nurtures studentsʼ academic growth while also developing life skills such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving.
- Community engagement: Located at 127 & 131 Remuera Road, the school is embedded in the vibrant French community, supported by the Alliance Française dʼAuckland. Students will benefit from a rich cultural environment, participating in events like the French market and various community activities.
- Continuous improvement: AEFE accreditation and regular comparison with other French schools abroad ensure that EFIA remains committed to excellence and improvement.
- Ethical leadership: EFIA is built on a foundation of transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct, values that have been upheld by the Alliance Française dʼAuckland since its founding in 1896.
This is a unique educational opportunity in New Zealand, allowing students to seamlessly transition between the French and New Zealand mainstream curriculums at any point.
The school aims to achieve accreditation from the Agency for French Education Abroad (AEFE) by August 2026.
Parents’ Role
In the French education system, parents play an important role in the life and governance of schools through a formal system of elected parent representatives and participation in school committees. Each year, parents participate in a structured and regulated election process to choose parent representatives. These representatives act as official interlocutors between families and the school leadership. They ensure that the perspectives and concerns of families are communicated to the school and help maintain an open and constructive dialogue between parents and teachers.
At the primary level, these elected representatives participate in the School Council (Conseil d’école), a formal consultative body that brings together the school leadership, teachers, and parent representatives. The School Council meets once per term to discuss key aspects of school life, including the school project, the organisation of teaching, student wellbeing, extracurricular activities, and the overall functioning of the school.
This formal process of parent elections and active participation in governance fosters a strong sense of community, accountability, and collaboration between families and educators, which is integral to the French educational tradition.