As a parent, it can be difficult to be sure your child is fully equipped for success in a rapidly changing globalized world. We believe preparing your child for the opportunities of tomorrow starts today.
No French knowledge is required to join our preschool and kindergarten program.
Englewood | Hoboken | Jersey City, NJ
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“The community is international and very caring: parents, teachers and staff. Everyone works together to help children grow and thrive.”
Our preschool and kindergarten curriculum & teaching philosophy is based on 50+ years of research that shows:
➊ Learning in 2 languages has an exponential effect on the cognitive development of a child’s brain.
➋ Children retain more information when they are engaged in solving real-world problems.
➌ Children learn best when they are having fun.
Get in touch with us to learn more about The French American Academy education.
Well-Rounded Curriculum
True Bilingual Education
Our bilingual curriculum will not only equip your child with the ability to speak, read, write, count, and think in French and English but also empower your child to explore and experience every subject, environment, and people around your child from multiple perspectives.
International Community
Our students come from all over the world, and every student brings a unique perspective and experiences that are celebrated and shared within the classes and the school community. Currently, we host over 50+ nationalities on our campuses.
Hoboken and Jersey City Campus
Located conveniently near the PATH
Our Hoboken and Jersey City Campus is ideally situated close to the PATH, making drop-offs a breeze before you continue your commute into and from NYC.
Englewood Campus
Give your child a break from the city:
Our bus service offers doorstep pickup in Harlem, NYC, for a quick 25-minute ride to our Englewood Campus, immersing your child in a green, suburban learning space. Access to green outdoor environments promotes creativity, physical activity, and a deeper connection with nature in children.
Yes, we do accept students who do not speak French. In fact, over 45% of our current students at FAA do not speak French at home.
Our accreditation from the Middle States Association and the New Jersey Association of Independent Schools ensures that our curriculum aligns with both US Common Core standards, on top of the rigorous French education standards.
Children have a natural ability to learn languages and are often able to pick up new languages more easily than adults. So, if your child is already proficient in two languages, learning a third language may come more naturally to them.
Yes, families can qualify for financial aid through The French American Academy Scholarship Program and the French government.
The French American Academy
Private International Bilingual School
Preschool | Elementary | Middle School
