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.
Teacher recommendation Form PreK-K | Maternelle
Applying
Please visit our Steps To Apply page for more information on the admissions process to our French bilingual school in new jersey
2026-27
Applications are being accepted.
2027-28
Applications are being accepted.
- 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
🍁 Adventures in the Canopy: Middle & High School Team-Building Day! 🌲✨
Our Middle and High School students took learning outdoors for an unforgettable team-building trip to TreEscape Aerial Adventure Park in Vernon, NJ!
Set against a backdrop of breathtaking autumn colors, our students challenged themselves on self-guided high ropes courses, zipped through the treetops, and navigated obstacles at every level.
Highlights of the day:
🧗 Rising to the Challenge: Overcoming heights and building resilience through physical problem-solving.
🤝 Peer Support: Cheering each other on, building trust, and strengthening our school culture across grade levels.
🍂 Outdoor Learning: Connecting with nature and enjoying the peak fall season together.
Stepping out of comfort zones and encouraging one another is at the heart of our IB learner community.
We couldn’t be prouder of how our secondary students showed up for each other! 💙
🔗 Click the link in our bio to learn more about student life and community at FAA!
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🎃 The cutest finale: Halloween at FAA (Part 3 of 3)! 👻✨
We’re wrapping up our Halloween series with the most adorable costumes on campus – our PK and Kindergarten little learners! 🧚♂️🚒🦁
From tiny superheroes and magical creatures to sweet storybook characters, our youngest students brought so much joy, wonder, and festive energy to their classrooms! 🍬💖
Thank you to all of our FAA families for making Halloween week across every grade level so vibrant and special! 🌟
👇 Which cute costume made you smile the most? Drop an emoji in the comments!
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🎃 Spooky, Clever, and Creative: Halloween at FAA (Part 2 of 3)! 👻✨
Our Middle and High School students brought incredible energy and top-tier creativity to campus for Halloween!
From iconic pop-culture references and literary characters to hilarious group costumes, our secondary students proved that you`re never too old to celebrate in style. 🧛♂️🎭🧟♀️
It was fantastic seeing our campus filled with so much school spirit, laughter, and camaraderie throughout the day! 💙
👀 The grand finale is on the way!
Our adorable Pre-K and Kindergarten costume showcase will be posted tomorrow!
Stay tuned, you won`t want to miss it! 👶🎃
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🎃 Spooktacular Smiles: Halloween at FAA (Part 1 of 3)! 👻✨
We’re kicking off our 3-part Halloween showcase with our incredible Elementary schoolers!
From superheroes and magical creatures to clever DIY creations, our Grade 1 through Grade 5 students brought so much creativity, color, and festive energy to campus today. 🦸♀️🧙♂️🎨
Our hallways were buzzing with excitement as students showed off their outfits, celebrated with classmates, and enjoyed a spooktacular day of learning and fun! 🍬✨
👀 Stay tuned for the rest of our Halloween series!
Part 2: Middle & High School 🧛♂️
Part 3: Pre-K & Kindergarten 🎃
👇 Which costume was your favorite? Let us know in the comments below!
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🎉 The French American Academy can’t wait to welcome you to our campuses! 🌟✨
Join us on Saturday, November 7th, 2026 for our Open House!
Discover how our world-class bilingual & IB curriculum nurtures curious, confident, and compassionate global citizens from Pre-K2 all the way through High School. 🇫🇷🇺🇸
PK2 to Grade 5 Open House – November 7th – 9.30am to 11.30 am
Middle & High School Open House – November 7th – 2.00pm to 4.00pm
Why visit FAA?
🏫 Campus Tours: Explore our vibrant classrooms and learning spaces.
👩🏫 Meet the Faculty: Connect with our passionate, multilingual teachers.
💡 Bilingual Excellence: Learn how dual-language education prepares students for future success.
Ready to see the FAA magic in person? Tap the link in our bio to reserve your family’s spot today!
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🦪 Protecting NY Harbor: Eco-Delegates Action Day at Governors Island! 🌊✨
Our Eco-Delegates from Grades 4 through 7 (CM1 to 5ème) spent an inspiring day on Governors Island taking real action for marine conservation in partnership with the Billion Oyster Project! 🇫🇷🇺🇸
Hands-on environmental impact:
🐚 Reef Restoration: Collecting oyster, clam, and scallop shells to construct artificial reefs that help reintroduce oysters to New York Harbor.
💧 Natural Filtration: Discovering how oysters naturally filter and purify harbor waters.
🛡️ Coastal Defense: Learning how oyster reefs cushion wave energy to protect shorelines against climate-driven flooding.
Beyond the field science, this trip was a fantastic team-building experience, creating mentorship connections between our older and younger eco-delegates as they shared ideas for their upcoming school projects.
We are so proud of our student leaders for putting UN SDG 13 (Climate Action) and SDG 14 (Life Below Water) into concrete action right here in our local ecosystem! 🌍💙
🔗 Click the link in our bio to join our next Open House!
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🧮 Expanding Academic Horizons: 2 New Clubs Coming in 2027! 🧠✨
We are thrilled to launch two brand-new clubs for our Middle and High School students in 2027, giving our learners even more opportunities to challenge themselves, build teamwork, and showcase their academic excellence! 🇫🇷🇺🇸
What’s new for our secondary students:
📐 Math Competition Club (Led by Emmanuelle): Designed for students passionate about problem-solving who want to train and compete in math competitions throughout the year.
🏆 Quiz Bowl Club: A fast-paced national quiz competition where student teams test their knowledge head-to-head across science, history, literature, and general culture!
These clubs offer a fantastic platform for our students to deepen their critical thinking skills, foster healthy competitive spirit, and put their IB inquiry into practice outside the classroom.
We can`t wait to see our students in action! 💙
🔗 Click the link in our bio to explore all of our Middle & High School programs and extracurriculars! 📚📲
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🔬 Exploring the microscopic world in Grade 4! ✨
Our 4th graders took a deep dive into the living world during hands-on science lab! 🧫
Equipped with microscopes, our young scientists examined various microscopic species to better understand the different kingdoms of life:
🧫 Monera Kingdom: Observing bacteria like E. coli.
🍞 Fungi Kingdom: Examining yeast cells up close.
🌊 Protista Kingdom: Discovering fascinating algae and phytoplankton.
Through this inquiry-based lab, our students are developing their observational skills, scientific curiosity, and appreciation for biodiversity! 💡🌍
🔗 Click the link in our bio to learn more about our bilingual STEM curriculum and apply now!
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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.
