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
High School Launch! Accepting Grade 9 Applications
Jersey City’s ONLY IB Candidate* High School
We are excited to announce the opening of our High School and are now accepting applications for Grade 9. Our High School welcomes students of all levels of French proficiency, from those with no prior knowledge of French to native speakers. The French American Academy is a Candidate School* for the Middle Years Program. This school is pursuing authorization as an IB World School. These are schools that share a common philosophy—a commitment to high quality, challenging, international education that FAA believes is important for our students.
*Only schools authorized by the IB Organization can offer any of its four academic programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), the Diploma Programme, or the Career-related Programme (CP). Candidate status gives no guarantee that authorization will be granted. For further information about the IB and its programmes, visit www.ibo.org.
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 Accelerated French Program (AFP) for children with no prior French knowledge. After 3 years in the AFP, students will join the bilingual track.
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
Application submissions will open 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
Our 2nd and 3rd graders had an incredible adventure at Frost Valley!!🌲
Their trip was packed with hands-on activities and outdoor exploration. They started the morning with a hearty breakfast, then jumped right into a rotation of exciting programs: searching for treasures during the Nature Scavenger Hunt and playing Gaga, expressing their creativity with Nature Art, soaring on the Flying Squirrel, discovering local wildlife on the Ecology Hike, building Outdoor Skills, and investigating streams during Fresh Water Exploration.
After a delicious lunch, the fun continued as students rotated through even more activities—learning how to build shelters, exploring the wonders of fresh water habitats, and working together as a team. It was a day full of learning, laughter, and unforgettable memories in the great outdoors. We’re so proud of our students for their curiosity and enthusiasm! 🌲🦉💧
#FrostValley #FieldTrip #FrenchAmericanAcademy
Our 2nd and 3rd graders had an incredible adventure at Frost Valley!!🌲
Their trip was packed with hands-on activities and outdoor exploration. They started the morning with a hearty breakfast, then jumped right into a rotation of exciting programs: searching for treasures during the Nature Scavenger Hunt and playing Gaga, expressing their creativity with Nature Art, soaring on the Flying Squirrel, discovering local wildlife on the Ecology Hike, building Outdoor Skills, and investigating streams during Fresh Water Exploration.
After a delicious lunch, the fun continued as students rotated through even more activities—learning how to build shelters, exploring the wonders of fresh water habitats, and working together as a team. It was a day full of learning, laughter, and unforgettable memories in the great outdoors. We’re so proud of our students for their curiosity and enthusiasm! 🌲🦉💧
#FrostValley #FieldTrip #FrenchAmericanAcademy
🍎 Teacher Spotlight: Guillaume Gilbert – 4th & 5th Grade French Teacher
Inspired by a teacher who made learning meaningful, Guillaume creates a supportive classroom where students thrive. He loves hands-on projects, like using math to design soccer goals, as they spark curiosity and help students connect concepts to the real world.
Read more about Guillaume here: https://faacademy.org/team/guillaume-gilbert/ (Link in bio)
🍎 Teacher Spotlight: Guillaume Gilbert – 4th & 5th Grade French Teacher
Inspired by a teacher who made learning meaningful, Guillaume creates a supportive classroom where students thrive. He loves hands-on projects, like using math to design soccer goals, as they spark curiosity and help students connect concepts to the real world.
Read more about Guillaume here: https://faacademy.org/team/guillaume-gilbert/ (Link in bio)
☀️ Summer Fun Meets French Immersion! 🇫🇷
Looking for the perfect summer camp for your child? The French American Academy`s Bilingual Summer Camps in Englewood and Jersey City offer a unique opportunity to learn French while enjoying exciting activities like arts & crafts, STEM, sports, cooking, dance, and more! 🌟
📍 Englewood Campus:
Dates: June 23 – August 15, 2025
Location: 85 W Demarest Ave, Englewood, NJ
Ages: 3–9 years old
📍 Jersey City Campus:
Dates: June 23 – August 15, 2025
Theme: French Around the World 🌎
Ages: 3–9 years old
Let your child explore new interests, make lifelong friends, and immerse themselves in a bilingual environment this summer! Weekly themes ensure every week is a new adventure.
👉 Sign up now!
Don`t wait — spaces are limited! 🌞
#SummerCamp #FrenchImmersion #BilingualLearning #FunAndEducation
☀️ Summer Fun Meets French Immersion! 🇫🇷
Looking for the perfect summer camp for your child? The French American Academy`s Bilingual Summer Camps in Englewood and Jersey City offer a unique opportunity to learn French while enjoying exciting activities like arts & crafts, STEM, sports, cooking, dance, and more! 🌟
📍 Englewood Campus:
Dates: June 23 – August 15, 2025
Location: 85 W Demarest Ave, Englewood, NJ
Ages: 3–9 years old
📍 Jersey City Campus:
Dates: June 23 – August 15, 2025
Theme: French Around the World 🌎
Ages: 3–9 years old
Let your child explore new interests, make lifelong friends, and immerse themselves in a bilingual environment this summer! Weekly themes ensure every week is a new adventure.
👉 Sign up now!
Don`t wait — spaces are limited! 🌞
#SummerCamp #FrenchImmersion #BilingualLearning #FunAndEducation
💥 Got big ideas? Turn them into action at SparkLab!
The French American Academy presents SparkLab, a dynamic 5-day bootcamp built for creative and curious students in Grades 7 to 12.
📅 Dates: July 7–11, 2025
📍 Location: 118 Ferry Street, Jersey City, NJ
🔗 Register now – Link in Bio!
From brainstorming a startup to presenting your business pitch to a panel, SparkLab takes you through every exciting step:
🚀 Idea creation
🎯 Branding & marketing
🎤 Public speaking & pitching
🧠 Smart, real-world choices
Led by professionals and packed with hands-on sessions, SparkLab isn’t just about learning—it’s about doing!
Build confidence, skills, and connections with fellow young entrepreneurs. Spots are limited!
#FutureFounders #StudentEntrepreneurs #SparkLab #FrenchAmericanAcademy #StartupMindset #TheHeights
💥 Got big ideas? Turn them into action at SparkLab!
The French American Academy presents SparkLab, a dynamic 5-day bootcamp built for creative and curious students in Grades 7 to 12.
📅 Dates: July 7–11, 2025
📍 Location: 118 Ferry Street, Jersey City, NJ
🔗 Register now – Link in Bio!
From brainstorming a startup to presenting your business pitch to a panel, SparkLab takes you through every exciting step:
🚀 Idea creation
🎯 Branding & marketing
🎤 Public speaking & pitching
🧠 Smart, real-world choices
Led by professionals and packed with hands-on sessions, SparkLab isn’t just about learning—it’s about doing!
Build confidence, skills, and connections with fellow young entrepreneurs. Spots are limited!
#FutureFounders #StudentEntrepreneurs #SparkLab #FrenchAmericanAcademy #StartupMindset #TheHeights
🚀 Join us this Saturday for an exciting SparkLab presentation!
SIGN UP – LINK IN BIO!
The French American Academy will be hosting an in-person session at 118 Ferry Street, Jersey City, at 11 AM.
Discover how our innovative entrepreneurship program is empowering students to bring their startup ideas to life.Don`t miss this opportunity to spark creativity and innovation! 🌟
📅 When: Saturday, April 12th
📍 Where: 118 Ferry Street, Jersey City
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM
#SparkLab #Entrepreneurship #FrenchAmericanAcademy #Innovation #JerseyCity
🚀 Join us this Saturday for an exciting SparkLab presentation!
SIGN UP – LINK IN BIO!
The French American Academy will be hosting an in-person session at 118 Ferry Street, Jersey City, at 11 AM.
Discover how our innovative entrepreneurship program is empowering students to bring their startup ideas to life.Don`t miss this opportunity to spark creativity and innovation! 🌟
📅 When: Saturday, April 12th
📍 Where: 118 Ferry Street, Jersey City
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM
#SparkLab #Entrepreneurship #FrenchAmericanAcademy #Innovation #JerseyCity
🎶 Joy, rhythm, and language come together in music class!
Our young singers are learning rhythm, building confidence and language —one note at a time.
It’s just one of the many ways we bring bilingual learning to life!
#ChorusClass #FrenchSongs #EnglewoodCampus #FrenchAmericanAcademy #BilingualEducation #ArtsInEducation
🎶 Joy, rhythm, and language come together in music class!
Our young singers are learning rhythm, building confidence and language —one note at a time.
It’s just one of the many ways we bring bilingual learning to life!
#ChorusClass #FrenchSongs #EnglewoodCampus #FrenchAmericanAcademy #BilingualEducation #ArtsInEducation
Day 3 in Boston! 🛳️
Today, our Grade 4 & 5 adventurers explored the Bunker Hill Monument and Navy Yard before enjoying some free time at the Prudential Center for lunch and shopping.
The day wrapped up with breathtaking views of Boston from above and a delicious Italian dinner at Antico Forno 🍕.
Tomorrow, they’ll dive into history with a tour about Paul Revere’s Midnight Ride 🐎, explore Boston’s Italian North End (don’t miss those cannolis!), visit TD Garden 🏀, and enjoy a scenic walk through Beacon Hill and Boston Common. The evening ends with games and fun at Dave & Buster’s 🎮.
Stay tuned for more adventures!
#BostonTrip #Grade4and5 #LearningAndFun"
Day 3 in Boston! 🛳️
Today, our Grade 4 & 5 adventurers explored the Bunker Hill Monument and Navy Yard before enjoying some free time at the Prudential Center for lunch and shopping.
The day wrapped up with breathtaking views of Boston from above and a delicious Italian dinner at Antico Forno 🍕.
Tomorrow, they’ll dive into history with a tour about Paul Revere’s Midnight Ride 🐎, explore Boston’s Italian North End (don’t miss those cannolis!), visit TD Garden 🏀, and enjoy a scenic walk through Beacon Hill and Boston Common. The evening ends with games and fun at Dave & Buster’s 🎮.
Stay tuned for more adventures!
#BostonTrip #Grade4and5 #LearningAndFun"
🌟 Boston Adventure Recap: Days 1 & 2! 🌟
Our 4th and 5th graders are having an unforgettable time on their Boston trip! Here`s a quick look at what they`ve been up to so far:
📅 Day 1: Monday, April 7, 2025
🚍 Early morning departure from Jersey City and Englewood to kick off the adventure!
📍 First stop: Plymouth! Students explored life in the 17th century at Plimoth Patuxet and even boarded the Mayflower II to learn about maritime travel.
🍴 Dinner at Ninety Nine Restaurant was a hit before settling in for the night at the Hilton Garden Inn in Waltham.
Rest up, everyone—more adventures await!
📅 Day 2: Tuesday, April 8, 2025
🍳 The day started with a hearty breakfast and orientation.
⚾ Next up: Fenway Park! Students learned about Boston’s beloved Red Sox and visited the gift shop.
🛍️ Free time was spent exploring Downtown Crossing—shopping, snacking, and making memories!
⛵ History came alive with a visit to the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum, where "Sam Adams" guided them through this pivotal event in American history.
🌳 The day wrapped up with a stroll through Back Bay, including stops at Newbury Street, Boylston Street, and Copley Square.
🍽️ Dinner back at the hotel was the perfect way to end another amazing day!
Stay tuned for more updates as the adventure continues! 🚌✨
#BostonTrip #FrenchAmericanAcademy #EducationalTravel #MakingMemories
🌟 Boston Adventure Recap: Days 1 & 2! 🌟
Our 4th and 5th graders are having an unforgettable time on their Boston trip! Here`s a quick look at what they`ve been up to so far:
📅 Day 1: Monday, April 7, 2025
🚍 Early morning departure from Jersey City and Englewood to kick off the adventure!
📍 First stop: Plymouth! Students explored life in the 17th century at Plimoth Patuxet and even boarded the Mayflower II to learn about maritime travel.
🍴 Dinner at Ninety Nine Restaurant was a hit before settling in for the night at the Hilton Garden Inn in Waltham.
Rest up, everyone—more adventures await!
📅 Day 2: Tuesday, April 8, 2025
🍳 The day started with a hearty breakfast and orientation.
⚾ Next up: Fenway Park! Students learned about Boston’s beloved Red Sox and visited the gift shop.
🛍️ Free time was spent exploring Downtown Crossing—shopping, snacking, and making memories!
⛵ History came alive with a visit to the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum, where "Sam Adams" guided them through this pivotal event in American history.
🌳 The day wrapped up with a stroll through Back Bay, including stops at Newbury Street, Boylston Street, and Copley Square.
🍽️ Dinner back at the hotel was the perfect way to end another amazing day!
Stay tuned for more updates as the adventure continues! 🚌✨
#BostonTrip #FrenchAmericanAcademy #EducationalTravel #MakingMemories
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.
