Admissions Overview
Welcome to The French American Academy!
Dear Families,
A heartfelt warm welcome from the Admissions Office of The French American Academy!
Thank you for considering offering your child(ren) an international education at our French bilingual school in New Jersey!
At The French American Academy, your children, our students, will be immersed in an international environment, surrounded by a diverse community of cultures, languages, concepts, and ideas, which will challenge them to explore the world from a global perspective. Our goal is to educate our students as citizens of the world, empowering them to embrace challenges and contribute to making the world a better place. We aim to develop respectful, curious, healthy, and resilient future leaders. Our students are inspired to cultivate a growth mindset and wisdom that will enable them to lead fulfilled lives with integrity and purpose.
The FAA Admissions team is here to support you through the significant milestone of choosing a school for your child(ren), and this section will provide you with all practical information about our Admissions process.
We thank you for visiting our website and look forward to welcoming you at one of our campuses soon!
Warm regards,
Kalyana Maréchal, Ph.D,
Director of Admissions
How to Visit the School
In-Person Visit
During our 1hr in-person campus visits, you will:
- Meet our Administrators & Teachers
- Visit the campus & see the facilities
- Learn about our curriculum & teaching philosophy
- Ask any & all questions you may have
Virtual Info Session
During a 30 minute Virtual Information sessions, you will:
- Meet our Admission Director
- Learn about our curriculum and teaching philosophy
- Discuss whether the FAA is a good match for your child
- Ask any & all questions you may have
Upcoming Events & Tours
Information to Know Before Applying
Cutoff Date - Dec. 31st
At our French bilingual school in New Jersey, we adhere to the French cutoff date of December 31st. As a result, children born after October are eligible to enroll a year in advance.
Age Requirement
The earliest a student can enroll at The French American Academy is at 2 years and 6 months of age, in PreK-2.
You Don't Need to Speak French to Enroll
French knowledge is not a requirement to enter Preschool or Kindergarten.
Starting in 1st grade, we offer an International Track in both Elementary and Middle School for students with no prior knowledge of French. Strong English language skills and a willingness to learn are required, as the program is academically rigorous and fast-paced. Students who are bilingual or demonstrate strong language aptitude are considered strong candidates for the program.
Potty-Training
Children entering PreK-3 are required to be potty trained, but it is not required for PreK-2.
Recommendation Form & Report Card
We require parents to provide us with a teacher’s recommendation if a student attended a previous preschool or daycare. Starting from 1st grade, we also require report cards at our French bilingual school in new jersey.
Applying
Please visit our Steps To Apply page for more information on the admissions process to our French bilingual school in new jersey
2025-26
Applications are being accepted.
2026-27
Applications will start being accepted in summer 2025.
- Please Select the Desired Campus to Apply -
Why The French American Academy?
Well-Rounded Curriculum
We go beyond academics with overnight and weeklong field trips to the Arizona desert, New Orleans’ lagoon, historic sites in Quebec, and much more!
Math & Science-Focused
With dedicated STEM teachers, a math club, and our applied math curriculum, our students are challenged to understand what makes the world function.
Structured Learning
Our play/project-based approach engages student to collaborate and to develop innovative solutions to real world problems.
True Bilingual Education
Our bilingual curriculum not only allows our students to speak, read, write, count, & think in both languages, but it also gives students a cognitive & cultural edge over their peers.
Highly Trained Teachers
Our teachers have a minimum of 3+ years of experience, a masters degree, and they are ALL native speakers of French and English language.
Accredited Education
Our accreditation by both the French & American education authorities demonstrating our commitment to meeting the highest standards in French & American education.
Behind the Scenes at the FAA
🍎 Flashback: Celebrating the Heart of FAA: Our Incredible Teachers! ❤️
Looking back on an unforgettable school year, we want to give a massive shoutout to the heart and soul of our community: our dedicated teachers! 🌟
Day in and day out, they poured their passion, energy, and love into inspiring our bilingual learners to dream big, stay curious, and reach new heights. 🇫🇷🇺🇸
What makes our FAA teaching team so special:
❤️ Unwavering Dedication: Creating safe, nurturing, and engaging classrooms where every student shines.
📚 Bilingual Excellence: Guiding students through rigorous academic growth with a global mindset.
🌟 Continuous Care: Acting as mentors, cheerleaders, and guides from Pre-K all the way through Grade 8 graduation.
While summer is a well-deserved time to recharge, our educators are already behind the scenes getting excited, planning fresh ideas, and preparing to welcome everyone back for another amazing year! 🚀🎒
Thank you, teachers, for everything you do! 💙
👇 Drop a ❤️ in the comments to show some love and gratitude for our incredible FAA teachers!
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🦎 Summer Camp Wild Encounter: Meet our new animal friends! 🐍✨
Our summer campers went on a wild adventure without even leaving campus!
We were absolutely thrilled to welcome Brian from Rizzo`s Wildlife World for an unforgettable, hands-on wildlife show. 🐊🐾
Our brave young explorers got to see, learn about, and even touch some incredible creatures, including:
🦎 A very cool bearded lizard and a surprisingly fast turtle.
☁️ The absolute softest chinchilla in the world and a surprisingly cute tarantula.
🐍 An amazing albino snake and a ginormous Boa constrictor.
🐊 Drum roll please… a spectacular baby alligator!
Beyond the excitement, our campers learned valuable lessons about how these unique creatures live, what happens in their habitats, and the vital roles they play in protecting our beautiful planet. 🌍❤️
Thank you so much to Brian for sharing your incredible passion and deep wildlife knowledge with us!
🔗 Click the link in our bio to see more wild highlights from our summer camp adventures and save your spot for the remaining week of our camp! 🎒☀️
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🎒 The future starts here!
Applications for the 2027/28 school year are officially OPEN! ✨
Give your child the lifelong advantages of a bilingual, world-class education at The French American Academy. 🌍🇫🇷🇺🇸
From Pre-K2 to High School, we are ready to welcome your family into our vibrant, eco-conscious community!
How to get started:
📅 Book a school tour
📝 Ask us any questions you may have
🏫 Secure your child’s spot for the 2027/28 school year!
🔗 Click the link in our bio and head straight to our `Steps to Apply` page to start your journey today! 📲
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🌱 Meet our Eco-Delegates from FAA Englewood, Noah and Alice! 🌿
They’re giving us a special behind-the-scenes tour of our school garden and sharing the clever ways they keep it thriving:
🍓 Fresh Planting: Growing delicious fruits and veggies like strawberries and broccoli!
🪱 Worm Power: Feeding our helpful garden worms with student-collected compost.
🌧️ Smart Watering: Harvesting rainwater to keep the garden hydrated and sustainable.
We are so proud of our young environmentalists leading the way for a greener future! 💚
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🎓 Summer Flashback: Meet Grade 8 Graduate, Lou! ✨
Our Graduate Spotlight series continues!
We caught up with Lou to reflect on her amazing journey at FAA since Pre-K 2 as she gets ready for high school. 🚀❤️
For Lou, her time at FAA has been unforgettable:
🇫🇷 Bilingual Connection: Learning both languages allowed her to stay closely connected and converse easily with her grandparents living in France.
🎒 Favorite Memory: Laughing and making memories during last year`s class trip to Virginia.
🌟 Words of Wisdom: Taking an essential life lesson into high school to always be herself and stay true to who she is.
We are so incredibly proud of you, Lou! 💙
🔗 Click the link in our bio to explore our Middle School program! 🏫✨
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🐝 Summer Camp Adventure: A sweet trip to Riverview Community Garden! 🌻
Our campers had a truly magical day visiting the garden and meeting Roger, the passionate caretaker of the neighborhood beehives! 🍯✨
Thanks to Roger’s incredible knowledge, our students got to:
🐝 Peek into the fascinating world inside a beehive and even see the Queen Bee!
🌱 Learn all about the vital role bees play in our ecosystem.
🌎 Discover how we can help protect these essential pollinators.
A huge thank you to Roger for sharing his passion and inspiring our young environmentalists! 💛
🔗 Click the link in our bio to check out more of our exciting summer camp adventures! 🎒🏕️
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🎓 Summer Flashback: Meet Grade 8 Graduate, Timothée! ✨
Our Graduate Spotlight series continues!
We caught up with Timothée to look back on his incredible years at FAA as he prepares for his next big chapter in high school. 🚀❤️
For Timothée, his time at FAA means:
🎒 Cherished Memories: Looking back at years of growth, laughter, and milestones.
🤝 A Tight-Knit Community: Celebrating the lifelong friendships and supportive environment.
🌍 Ready for the Future: Stepping forward with bilingual confidence and a global mindset.
We are so incredibly proud of you, Timothée! 💙
🔗 Click the link in our bio to explore our Middle School program! 🏫✨
#FrenchAmericanAcademy #Grade8Graduation #ClassOf2026 #GraduateSpotlight #MiddleSchoolMemories #BilingualEducation #GlobalCitizens #SummerFlashback #FAAAlumni #JerseyCity #EnglewoodNJ
🎓 Summer Flashback: Meet Grade 8 Graduate, Melodie! ✨
Our Graduate Spotlight series continues!
We caught up with Melodie to look back on her incredible years at FAA as she prepares for her next big chapter in high school. 🚀❤️
For Melodie, her time at FAA means:
🎒 Cherished Memories: Looking back at years of growth, laughter, and milestones.
🤝 A Tight-Knit Community: Celebrating the lifelong friendships and supportive environment.
🌍 Ready for the Future: Stepping forward with bilingual confidence and a global mindset.
We are so incredibly proud of you, Melodie! 💙
🔗 Click the link in our bio to explore our Middle School program! 🏫✨
#FrenchAmericanAcademy #Grade8Graduation #ClassOf2026 #GraduateSpotlight #MiddleSchoolMemories #BilingualEducation #GlobalCitizens #SummerFlashback #FAAAlumni #JerseyCity #EnglewoodNJ
Frequently Asked Questions
At our French bilingual school in new jersey, the Admissions Process is comprised of 3 steps :
- Online Application ($140 application fee)
- Admissions Interview (Both with Parents/Guardians and Child)
- Notification of Decision
For more details please visit our Steps to Apply Page.
Yes, we accept students during the year, given the availability of spots.
