Lycée Français International Georges Pompidou – Oud Metha
Also known as: LFIGP, LFIGP Oud Metha
Lycée Français International Georges Pompidou – Oud Metha is a private French curriculum kindergarten in Oud Metha, Dubai, for boys and girls from Petite section to Grande section. KHDA rated the kindergarten Outstanding in its 2023–24 inspection. Tuition for 2026–27 is AED 31,276 a year for every year group.
Sources: KHDA inspection report 2023–24, p. 6; KHDA Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27.
- rating
- Outstanding: level 6 of 6 on KHDA’s scale, from Very weak to OutstandingKHDA 2023–24, p. 6What Outstanding means
- fee
- AED 31,276 – 31,276a year, Petite section to Grande section, 2026–27Fees by year group at every school
- whole
- Which year group?See its fee and the cost to the end of school
- students
- 399 students2024–25, KHDA school directory
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Fees at this school, 2026–27
AED 31,276 – 31,276a year, Petite section to Grande section, 2026–27
Not included: transport, uniform, books, trips, sibling discounts.
KHDA Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27.
Overview
Admissions
- Places
- KHDA does not publish how many places are free at a school or its waiting list. Ask the school directly, and early.
- Year groups
- Petite section to Grande sectionWhich year group for your child? → September 2027 intake →
- Age on entry
- Counted on 31 December of the year of entry, for a child registering in a UAE school for the first time from 2026–27 (31 August before that).Source UAE Ministry of Education, 17 December 2025
- Apply
- lfigp.org+971 4 337 4161beatrice.mathevet@lfigp.orgTelephone and e-mail as KHDA's school directory lists them, checked 18 September 2026. How admission works across Dubai →
- Fees on entry
- «New Students — Application Fees : AED 500 (Assessment fees included)»«New Students — Enrolment Fees : Up to 10% of the tuition fees non refundable & deductible from the 1st term fees»Source KHDA Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27, Petite section
- Inspections
- This school's latest full inspection report is 2023–24. KHDA’s visits resume in 2026–27. A full inspection brings a new rating; a shorter monitoring visit does not. Ratings and reports →Source KHDA, 3 June 2026
The school
- Curriculum
- French
- Year groups
- Petite section–Grande section
- Gender
- Co-educational Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24Report wording: Boys and girls
- Languages of instruction
- The report’s wording “French” is not one KHDA uses for the language of instruction; needs checking.
- Founded
- 1998
- Name registered with KHDA
- Lycee Francais International Georges Pompidou School Oud Metha
- Extra-curricular activities
- Art, confirmed
- Principal
- Béatrice Maillot ep Mathevet
- Website
- lfigp.org
- Back to text, source A
KHDA school directory 2024–25
Checked 16 September 2026.
- Back to text, source B
Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Page 3
Checked 16 September 2026.
KHDA in brief
KHDA’s own one-page summary of its 2023–24 inspection, written for parents, word for word. The full inspection report remains the reference. Source A: Parent Report 2023–24, summary only
Students’ achievement
Children at the school consistently excel in French, English, mathematics, and science. Their proficiency in speaking and listening is very strong, and they demonstrate confidence and competence in both French and English. In mathematics, they show a solid understanding of concepts such as number, size, length, and measures, and are able to articulate their mathematical reasoning. Moreover, the children effectively use scientific vocabulary, especially in activities related to planting and nurturing seeds, showcasing their understanding of scientific principles.
Personal and social development
Children at the school have overwhelmingly positive attitudes towards learning. They enjoy their lessons and are proactive in their work. During the 'morning ritual' sessions, they exhibit self-reliance and take initiative. Their behaviour is exemplary, displaying care and consideration for one another. These students demonstrate a strong work ethic, being both conscientious and highly motivated. Additionally, they are gaining a strong understanding of environmental issues, particularly in areas like recycling.
Teaching, curriculum and care
Teacher interactions with pupils are consistently dynamic, fostering an environment where children remain engaged and concentrated on their studies. Teachers typically possess a very strong understanding of their subjects, coupled with a thorough comprehension of the most effective teaching strategies for young learners. The school employs the 'Je Valide' online platform very well, carefully documenting and evaluating each pupil's progress as they advance through the educational levels. The curriculum has been carefully tailored to captivate and stimulate pupils from varied linguistic backgrounds, particularly evident in the bilingual education provided within the international section. Pupils benefit from enriching their knowledge and pursuing personal interests not only within the classroom but also through an extensive array of extracurricular activities available during breaks and after school hours.
Wellbeing
Under new leadership, the school is shaping a vision and policy for wellbeing, already observing encouraging outcomes. The foundations of a wellbeing assessment system has been established, offering insights into both community and individual health. Strategic and operational efforts, along with dedicated resources, are focused on bolstering the overall well-being of the school community and individuals. Every staff member is not only well-informed about well-being principles but also actively promotes and embodies these ideals in daily practice
Inclusion
For students of determination, the school champions parental involvement in education, ensuring they are well-informed about their child's progress and valuing their feedback. It effectively identifies students' starting points and monitors their achievements, although this information isn't always optimally used by all teachers to enhance approaches to a given child's learning. Despite this, evidence from student work and teacher evaluations reveals that most children, particularly those requiring additional support, acquire significant knowledge and skills, making notable progress in their learning journeys.
Leadership and management
The new leader of the school guides her team by showing professional skills and resilience. They aim to keep the school performing well and prioritize the well-being of everyone. The leaders are dedicated to ensuring that students achieve high standards, and they work to keep both morale and staff engagement high. The school's governance pays attention to and considers the opinions of stakeholders.
- Back to text, source A
Parent Report 2023–24
Summary only
Page 1
Checked 16 September 2026.
Found only in the summary for parents. Answers do not use it as evidence.
What parents told KHDA (survey, 2018–19)
The 2023–24 inspection report has no parents’ survey section; this is how the 2018–19 report, the newest with one and 7 years old, sums up parents’ answers, in the inspectors’ words.
2018–19 inspection Source A: Full Inspection Report 2018–19
Parents agree that bullying is not an issue at school and that the children are kept safe.
A small minority feel that leaders and teachers do not always listen and act on the views expressed.
All parents who responded to the survey are satisfied with the quality of education which the school provides and almost all feel that it is value for money.
- Back to text, source A
Full Inspection Report 2018–19
Page 19
Checked 16 September 2026.
Fees 2026–27
Lycée Français International Georges Pompidou – Oud Metha tuition for 2026–27 is AED 31,276 in each of its three year groups, as published in the school's KHDA Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27.Note 1Source A: Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27
Tuition is unchanged from 2025–26 in every year group.
Annual tuition by year group, Lycée Français International Georges Pompidou – Oud Metha, 2026–27 compared with 2025–26
| Year group | 2026–27Source A: Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27 | 2025–26Source B: Fees Fact Sheet 2025–26 |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation Stage | ||
| Petite section | AED 31,276 | AED 31,276 |
| Moyenne section | AED 31,276 | AED 31,276 |
| Grande section | AED 31,276 | AED 31,276 |
Checked 16 September 2026.
- Back to text, note 1
The range names the lowest and highest tuition on one Fees Fact Sheet. Fees are never averaged across year groups.
- Back to text, source A
Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27
Tuition for 3 year groups.
Checked 16 September 2026.
- Back to text, source B
Fees Fact Sheet 2025–26
Tuition for 3 year groups.
Checked 16 September 2026.
- Back to text, note 2
Change compares the same year group in the two fact sheets. Fees are never averaged across year groups.
Lycée Français International Georges Pompidou – Oud Metha fees 2026–27 by year group Also the 2025–26 figures, fees since 2020–21 and other charges.
Other campuses of Lycée Français International Georges Pompidou: Academic City
What a year costs, Petite section, 2026–27
Showing Petite section. Choose another year group above to see its costs.
- Tuition
- AED 31,276
- KHDA's total for the year
- AED 31,276
Required, but not in KHDA's total: uniform, books and the like, bought from the school or elsewhere
- Uniform
- AED 100 to AED 230
- Books
- up to AED 100
- Laptop/Digital Device
- AED 500
A year, before optional servicesAED 31,876 to AED 32,106
Joining and re-enrolling
- Re-enrollment fees · Existing Students
- Up to 5% of the tuition fees or AED 500 (whichever is higher), non-refundable and deductible from the 1st term fees
- Application Fees · New Students
- AED 500 (Assessment fees included)
- Enrolment Fees · New Students
- Up to 10% of the tuition fees, non-refundable and deductible from the 1st term fees
Other discounts the school states
- Sibling 3
- 10%
- Sibling 4
- 15%
- Sibling 5
- 20%
- School Employees
- up to 50%
The sheet's sibling discounts start at «Sibling 3», as it names them.
The school requested not to increase the tuition fees for the academic year 2026–27. Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27
Ranges are shown as KHDA prints them, never as a single middle figure.
Inspection
Overall rating
Earlier reports
Wellbeing Dubai focus area
Inclusion Dubai focus area
Checked 16 September 2026.
KHDA ratings
KHDA ratings in the Full Inspection Report 2023–24. Source A: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
KHDA’s visits resume in 2026–27. A full inspection brings a new rating; a shorter monitoring visit does not.Source KHDA, 3 June 2026 (opens in a new tab)
OverallOverall performance
Same as 2022–23 Earlier: Outstanding in 6 reports, Good in 4 reports and Acceptable in 2 reports.
TeachingTeaching for effective learning
Not available2023–24
AssessmentAssessment
Not available2023–24
CurriculumCurriculum
Not available2023–24
WellbeingStudents’ personal development and wellbeing
First rated in 2023–24
InclusionProvision for students of determination
Down from Outstanding Earlier: Outstanding in 1 report.
SafeguardingHealth, safety and safeguarding
Not available2023–24
LeadershipLeadership and management
Same as 2022–23 Earlier: Outstanding in 1 report.
Checked 16 September 2026.
- Back to text, source A
Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Page 6
Checked 16 September 2026.
What the KHDA scale means
KHDA rates schools on six levels. Good is the level KHDA expects of every school; Acceptable is the minimum level it requires.
- «Quality of performance substantially exceeds the expectation of the UAE»23 schools in Dubai hold it now
- «Quality of performance exceeds the expectation of the UAE»47 schools in Dubai hold it now
- «Quality of performance meets the expectation of the UAE»«This is the expected level for every school in the UAE»85 schools in Dubai hold it now
- «Quality of performance meets the minimum level of quality required in the UAE»«This is the minimum level for every school in the UAE»52 schools in Dubai hold it now
- «Quality of performance is below the expectation of the UAE»No school in Dubai holds it now
- «Quality of performance is significantly below the expectation of the UAE»No school in Dubai holds it now
Lycée Français International Georges Pompidou – Oud Metha was rated Outstanding in 2023–24, one of 23 schools at this level.
Reports before 2015–16 used four levels, not these six. 21 of Dubai's 228 open schools hold no six-level rating yet. Counted the way Market Statistics counts ratings, for the schools open today.
Source UAE School Inspection Framework 2015–16, p. 19 (KHDA)
History
12 KHDA inspection reports on file, 2008–09 to 2023–24.
History of Lycée Français International Georges Pompidou – Oud MethaOverall rating by academic year, newest first
- 2026–27Inspections resume this year. No report yet.
- 2024–25 and 2025–26KHDA paused full inspections. The 2023–24 rating is still the latest. About the pause
- 2023–24Same as 2022–23Note 1Full Inspection Report 2023–24 (opens in a new tab)
- 2022–23Same as 2018–19Full Inspection Report 2022–23 (opens in a new tab)
- 2019–20 to 2021–22No inspection.
- 2018–19Same as 2017–18Full Inspection Report 2018–19 (opens in a new tab)
- 2017–18Same as 2016–17Full Inspection Report 2017–18 (opens in a new tab)
- 2016–17Same as 2015–16Report not online
- 2015–16Same as 2014–15Full Inspection Report 2015–16 (opens in a new tab)
- Six-level scale starts in 2015–16. Earlier reports used four levels.
- 2014–15Up from GoodFull Inspection Report 2014–15 (opens in a new tab)
- 2013–14Same as 2012–13Full Inspection Report 2013–14 (opens in a new tab)
- 2012–13Same as 2011–12Full Inspection Report 2012–13 (opens in a new tab)
- 2011–12Same as 2010–11Full Inspection Report 2011–12 (opens in a new tab)
- 2010–11Up from AcceptableFull Inspection Report 2010–11 (opens in a new tab)
- 2009–10Same as 2008–09Full Inspection Report 2009–10 (opens in a new tab)
- 2008–09First reportFull Inspection Report 2008–09 (opens in a new tab)
Checked 16 September 2026.
- Back to text, note 1
Change compares each report with the school’s previous report. Years with no inspection are skipped, never counted as a change.
Findings
7 findings in the last report: 4 strengths, 3 development points, 3 recurring across the last 5 reports.
Attainment and progress
Note 11 strength
Strength
The excellent standards of children’s achievement in French, English, mathematics, and science
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 3
Personal development and wellbeing
1 strength
Strength
Children’s excellent personal development, understanding of Islamic values and social responsibility
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 4
Governance
1 strength
Strength
The well-informed and knowledgeable management board’s commitment to the continuous improvement of the school together with the engagement of parents as partners in supporting their children’s learning
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 5
Health, safety and safeguarding
1 strength
Strength
The very effective daily management of the school’s campus that is conducive to learning and ensures a safe and secure environment
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 6
Inclusion of students of determination
1 development point
Development required, recurring in 2 of the last 5 reportsNote 2Students of determination
Improve the identification and the consistency of support and challenge for children of determination.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 8
Teaching
1 development point
Development required, recurring in 4 of the last 5 reports
Ensure that teachers use techniques for inclusion in their lessons and leaders understand how to develop inclusive provision to the expected and exacting standards in an outstanding school.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 9
Leadership and self-evaluation
1 development point
Development required, recurring in 2 of the last 5 reports
Ensure that school improvement plans are based upon accurate self-evaluation and that all KHDA’s recommendations are implemented.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 10
Findings from 1 of 8 reports
- Back to text, note 1
Topics follow the order of the KHDA inspection framework, not how good or bad a finding is.
- Back to text, note 2
Recurring counts the school’s last 5 reports, 2015–16 to 2023–24. Findings come only from Full Inspection Reports, never from Parent Reports.
Leadership
- Principal at the 2023–24 inspection
- Béatrice Maillot ep Mathevet Source A: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Appointed 9 Jan 2024, as the report prints it.
- Principals since 2011–12
- 4 changes of principal Source A: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Jacques Corgini, 2011–12 to 2012–13 → Saadia Hachid, 2014–15 to 2015–16 → Catherine Verbrugghe, 2017–18 to 2018–19 → Cécile Valérie Chauvel, 2022–23 → Béatrice Maillot ep Mathevet, 2023–24
- Back to text, source A
Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Page 3
Checked 16 September 2026.
Subjects
Attainment by subject and phase, 2023–24KHDA words for each subject in each phase.
| Subject | Foundation Stage |
|---|---|
| English | |
| Mathematics | |
| Science |
Source Source A: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Arabic at every school in Dubai: at least 4 lessons a week from Year 2 to Year 10 for a child of non-Arab nationality. Arab children have 4 to 6 lessons to Year 13; Muslim children also study Islamic Education.Source KHDA, Guidelines on National Mandatory Subjects, page 14 (opens in a new tab)
Subjects over the years
KHDA's words in every Full Inspection Report since 2015–16, each row and phase as the reports print them.
Subjects over the years, Lycée Français International Georges Pompidou – Oud MethaEnglish, by inspection report
| Rated | 2015–16 | 2017–18 | 2018–19 | 2022–23 | 2023–24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| English attainmentMaternelle | Not in this report | ||||
| English attainmentOverall school performance Outstanding | English attainment, Overall school performance Outstanding: not rated from 2017–18 to 2023–24 | ||||
| English progressMaternelle | Not in this report | ||||
| English progressOverall school performance Outstanding | English progress, Overall school performance Outstanding: not rated from 2017–18 to 2023–24 | ||||
| Language of instruction attainmentMaternelle | Not in this report | ||||
| Language of instruction attainmentOverall school performance Outstanding | Language of instruction attainment, Overall school performance Outstanding: not rated from 2017–18 to 2023–24 | ||||
| Language of instruction progressMaternelle | Not in this report | ||||
| Language of instruction progressOverall school performance Outstanding | Language of instruction progress, Overall school performance Outstanding: not rated from 2017–18 to 2023–24 | ||||
International and benchmark tests
The National Agenda section of each Full Inspection Report since 2015–16: the school's results in PISA, TIMSS, PIRLS and benchmark tests against KHDA's targets. The only results in the reports that are not an inspector's judgement.
Registration requirements: Not Applicable
Earlier reports
- 2018–19: no verdict read
- 2017–18: The school’s provision for raising the achievement of Emirati children — is above expectations
- Back to text, source A
Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Page 6
Checked 16 September 2026.
Calendar 2026–27: term dates and holidays
31 Aug 2026 to 2 Jul 2027 · 185 school days
- First midterm break
- 12 Oct 2026 to 16 Oct 20265 days
- National Day
- 2 Dec 2026 to 3 Dec 20262 days
- Winter break includes New year’s day
- 14 Dec 2026 to 1 Jan 202719 days
- Eid al-Fitr
- 8 Mar 2027 to 11 Mar 20274 daysexpected, subject to moon sighting
- Spring break
- 5 Apr 2027 to 9 Apr 20275 days
- Eid al-Adha
- 17 May 2027 to 18 May 20272 daysexpected, subject to moon sighting
Public holidays are tentative and subject to official government announcements (KHDA).
Source Source A: KHDA school directory 2026–27
Fridays: every private school in Dubai finishes by 11:30, since 9 January 2026.Source The National, 19 Dec 2025 (opens in a new tab)
During Ramadan, whose dates follow the moon, KHDA caps the school day at five hours; each school confirms its own times.Source Gulf News (opens in a new tab)
How these dates compare with other Dubai schools: holidays 2026–27, break by break
- Back to text, source A
KHDA school directory 2026–27
Checked 18 September 2026.
Activities
Sports and activities
What the school lists on its own website and what KHDA’s inspectors mention in their reports. An activity missing here may still be offered.
Art & design
- Art · street art project · paint a wall mural
Facilities
- Sports hall
Also mentioned: Emirati heritage
- Back to text, source A
Full Inspection Report 2018–19
Page 9
Checked 16 September 2026.
What the school offers
As the 2023–24 inspection report mentions them. Inspectors name these in passing, so this is not the school's full list: something not named here may still be offered. A line's page opens the report's sentence.
Languages besides English
- Arabic · Children learn Arabic in KG2. They attend two lessons of Arabic a week of 30 minutes duration.
Facilities
- Premises and facilities
Support for students of determination and the gifted
- The school collaborates with external specialists to support the identification process further. p. 17
- Back to text, source A
Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Page 4
Checked 16 September 2026.
Students
From KHDA’s 2023–24 inspection report, unless another year is named.
- Students, 2024–25
- 399 Source A: KHDA school directory 2024–25
- Teachers
- 20 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Students of determination
- 33 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Emirati students
- 5 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Largest nationality group
- French Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- KHDA gives no share. Context only, never used in results.
- Guidance counsellors
- 0 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Back to text, source A
KHDA school directory 2024–25
Checked 16 September 2026.
- Back to text, source B
Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Page 3
Checked 16 September 2026.
Snapshots by year
Students and staff by academic year, Lycée Français International Georges Pompidou – Oud Metha
| Year | Students | Teachers | Teacher turnover |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024–25 | 399 | Not available | Not available |
| 2023–24 | 365 | 20 | Not available |
| 2022–23 | 43 | 20 | 4% |
| 2021–22 | 97 | Not available | Not available |
| 2020–21 | 347 | Not available | Not available |
| 2019–20 | 267 | Not available | Not available |
| 2018–19 | 267 | 18 | 22% |
| 2017–18 | 258 | 17 | Not available |
| 2016–17 | 255 | Not available | Not available |
| 2015–16 | 249 | 17 | 1% |
| 2014–15 | 252 | 17 | 0% |
| 2013–14 | 834 | Not available | Not available |
| 2012–13 | 529 | Not available | Not available |
| 2011–12 | 498 | Not available | Not available |
| 2010–11 | 494 | Not available | Not available |
Not available: KHDA did not publish that figure for the year.
Location
- Address
- Oud Metha
- Phone and email
- +971 4 337 4161beatrice.mathevet@lfigp.org
- As KHDA's directory listed it on 2026-09-18. Source A: KHDA school directory 2026–27
Around the school
Schools nearby
Within 10 km, by straight-line distance, not a route.
- Glendale International School
0.1 km · 2025–26 · British
- Dubai Gem Private School
0.2 km · 2023–24 · British
- Al Rashid Al Saleh Private School
0.4 km · 2023–24 · MOE
- Dubai English Speaking School
0.5 km · 2023–24 · British
- St. Mary's Catholic High School
0.8 km · 2023–24 · British
- Back to text, source A
KHDA school directory 2026–27
Checked 18 September 2026.
Sources
Every document behind this page. Official documents open on the KHDA site in a new tab.
Full Inspection Reports · PDF, English
- Full Inspection Report 2023–24 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2022–23 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2018–19 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2017–18 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2015–16 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2014–15 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2013–14 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2012–13 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2011–12 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2010–11 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2009–10 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2008–09 (opens in a new tab)
Not online: the 2016–17 report. The timeline takes that year’s rating from KHDA’s open data.
Parent Reports · PDF, English
A shorter summary for parents. Findings and answers use the Full Inspection Report.
Fees Fact Sheets · web page, English
KHDA school directory · web page, English
KHDA school directory 2026–27 (opens in a new tab)KHDA school directory 2024–25 (opens in a new tab)KHDA school directory 2023–24 (opens in a new tab)KHDA school directory 2022–23 (opens in a new tab)KHDA school directory 2021–22 (opens in a new tab)KHDA school directory 2020–21 (opens in a new tab)
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