French-American School of Silicon Valley

The school is committed to providing a rigorous, dual-immersion bilingual education within a nurturing, community-oriented environment. It emphasizes academic excellence, global citizenship, and the development of critical thinking, creativity, and leadership skills. The educational approach is rooted in the belief that learning should be a pleasurable experience that fosters deep, long-lasting knowledge.

The academic program is divided into three learning cycles: Cycle 1 (Preschool, Pre-K, and Kindergarten) focuses on language, sensory-motor skills, and socialization; Cycle 2 (1st–3rd grade) focuses on mastering reading and writing in both languages; and Cycle 3 (4th–6th grade) focuses on academic consolidation. The curriculum integrates project-based learning, inquiry-focused studies, and the Science of Reading. Additionally, the school offers a Mandarin program and provides a French Language Certificate. The school is accredited by the French Ministry of Education, the California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS), and the California Department of Social Services for its early childhood program.

Students are prepared for success in both international and American educational pathways through assessments such as the French National Evaluations and NWEA MAP/i-Ready. By the end of the consolidation cycle (4th–6th grade), most students have mastered both French and English to succeed academically in secondary school. The program aims to develop confident, curious, and compassionate learners who possess cognitive agility and empathy.

The school utilizes a cycle-based learning system to accommodate variations in the developmental pace of students. Educational continuity is supported through regular communication between the school and families via report cards, which summarize the competencies and skills acquired during each learning cycle.

The admissions process is collaborative and includes a review of application materials followed by a student evaluation. Families are encouraged to attend weekly school tours to observe classrooms and meet with the leadership team. The school admits students of any race, color, national, and ethnic origin, and does not discriminate in its policies or programs. Enrollment must be secured prior to receiving results from French Government scholarship applications.

The school operates Monday through Friday, with a morning welcome from 8:00 am to 8:30 am, followed by the school day from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm. Dismissal occurs between 3:30 pm and 3:45 pm, and an afterschool program is available until 6:00 pm. The academic year follows a structured calendar, with specific dates provided for upcoming terms.

The school operates across two campuses: a Lower Campus located at 1522 Lewiston Drive in Sunnyvale and an Upper Campus located at 220 Blake Avenue in Santa Clara. These facilities support the school's bilingual, project-based, and inquiry-focused learning environments.

The school offers an after-school program that includes study hall and various extra-curricular activities. Additionally, the school organizes mini-camps and summer camps to provide further engagement for students outside of the standard academic calendar. A Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is also active within the school community.