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EIFS marks 50 years of excellence in French education in Sharjah

Five decades of a legacy of excellence with a vision for the dynamic future

Published: Fri 22 Aug 2025, 9:24 AM

Welcome to École Internationale Française de Sharjah, EIFS – French International Private School Sharjah. This year, we proudly celebrated 50 years of educational excellence.

For half a century, EIFS has welcomed French, Emirati, and international families seeking an exceptional education that combines academic rigour with genuine care.

As the only French school in the Emirates operating under a formal agreement with the AEFE (Agency for French Education Abroad) and recognised by the French Ministry of Education, we offer a unique blend of tradition and forward-thinking innovation.

Rated “Very Good” by SPEA, EIFS provides a dynamic, multilingual, and inclusive environment where every student is encouraged to thrive and reach their full potential.

We follow the French national curriculum, placing a strong emphasis on multilingual education. In addition to French, we offer enhanced instruction in English and Arabic, and introduce a fourth language starting in middle school, preparing students to become true global citizens.

The recent opening of our middle school in September 2024 marks a major milestone. Our ambition is to expand into a full high school (up to Grade 12), enabling our students to prepare for the French Baccalaureate, a globally recognised diploma that opens doors to universities and higher education institutions around the world.

Founded on four core values: kindness, high expectations, openness, and curiosity — our school fosters a close-knit community where diversity is celebrated and creativity is encouraged. With the invaluable support of the AEFE, the French Embassy in the Emirates, and Sharjah Asset Management, EIFS is confidently building a strong foundation for the future.

We warmly invite you to join EIFS, a school dedicated not only to educating today’s students but also to inspiring tomorrow’s leaders.