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

201 724 1544 | Email 

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

Fall Open House

Preschool to 5th Grade

Englewood

• Saturday, Nov 16, 9:00 a.m.
• Thursday, Dec 5, 8:30 a.m.
Jersey City
Saturday, Oct 12, 9:00 a.m. 
• Saturday, Nov 2, 9:00 a.m.
• Wednesday, Dec 4, 8:30 a.m.

Middle and High School

Jersey City

• Saturday, Oct 12, 2:00 p.m.
• Saturday, Nov 2, 9:00 a.m.
• Thursday, Nov 7, 6:00 p.m. (HS Only)
• Tuesday, Dec 10, 6:30 p.m. (Virtual)

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

Not Yet Ready to Visit?
Schedule a 15 min Introductory Call Instead

Are you considering a bilingual education for your child but not sure if it’s the right fit?

Let’s talk! Our team is here to offer you a personalized 15-minute introductory phone call to discuss your child’s educational needs & what learning environment is more adapted to their success.

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.

Teacher recommendation Form PreK-K | Maternelle

Teacher recommendation Form Grades 1-5 | CP au CM2

Applying

Please visit our Steps To Apply page for more information on the admissions process to our French bilingual school in new jersey

2024-25

Applications are being accepted.

2025-26

Applications are being accepted.

- Please Select the Desired Campus to Apply -

Englewood

Preschool to Elementary

Jersey City

Preschool to High School

Why The French American Academy?

✅ Well-Rounded Curriculum 

We go beyond academics with field trips to the Arizona desert, New Orleans’ lagoon, Quebec’s historic locations, 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. 

Discover our Teaching Philosophy

Project-Based Learning
International Education
Social-Emotional Learning
Bilingualism & Co-Teaching

Behind the Scenes at the FAA

🚨 Join us in just 1 week, next Saturday, for our Open House in Englewood, where we welcome families interested in Pre-K 2 through 5th Grade.🚨

Located just 20 minutes from NYC, our campus in a serene suburb offers transportation options from NYC, as well as bright classrooms and green spaces ideal for young students.

During the Open House, you'll have the chance to explore our educational philosophy and curriculum with insights directly from our Head of School, school directors, and teachers. You'll also meet our dedicated faculty, visit our classrooms and large playground, and participate in interactive workshops that showcase FAA's distinctive bilingual education approach. Refreshments will be provided for your enjoyment. Don't forget to register – we look forward to welcoming you! 

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🚨 Join us in just 1 week, next Saturday, for our Open House in Englewood, where we welcome families interested in Pre-K 2 through 5th Grade.🚨

Located just 20 minutes from NYC, our campus in a serene suburb offers transportation options from NYC, as well as bright classrooms and green spaces ideal for young students.

During the Open House, you`ll have the chance to explore our educational philosophy and curriculum with insights directly from our Head of School, school directors, and teachers. You`ll also meet our dedicated faculty, visit our classrooms and large playground, and participate in interactive workshops that showcase FAA`s distinctive bilingual education approach. Refreshments will be provided for your enjoyment. Don`t forget to register – we look forward to welcoming you!

#OpenHouse #EnglewoodNJ #NYCParents #PreKto5th #BilingualEducation #FAASchool #internationaleducation #frenchschoolinnj #frenchschoolinnyc #internationalschool #internationalpreschool #EarlyChildhoodEducation

Frequently Asked Questions

At our French bilingual school in new jersey, the Admissions Process is comprised of 3 steps : 

  1. Online Application ($140 application fee)
  2. Admissions Interview (Both with Parents/Guardians and Child)
  3. 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.

Accreditations