Elementary (Grades 1-5)
Discover Our Unique, Harmonized, Bilingual Program
At the French American School of Puget Sound (FASPS), our unique bilingual program celebrates the cultural wealth, diversity, and multilingualism that define our community. This rich environment strengthens the learning experience and fosters an inclusive and collaborative atmosphere where students thrive academically and personally. Our harmonized curriculum is aligned with both the French Ministry of National Education and the American educational system, ensuring that students receive a robust education grounded in high standards from both systems.
Our bilingual classes, taught in either French, English, or by co-teaching instructors of both languages, broaden students' perspectives and encourage cognitive growth. In the early grades, classes are taught predominantly in French, with a 90% French immersion approach that gradually transitions to a 60% French learning environment by Grade 3. This balanced approach allows students to achieve fluency in both French and English, fostering bilingualism while encouraging global-mindedness.
FASPS teachers work closely across grade levels to harmonize the curriculum in both languages. Through thoughtful coordination, they plan project themes, curriculum content, and classroom experiences that complement and reinforce one another’s teaching styles. This synergy between the French and American educational systems not only enhances academic success but also instills in our students a lifelong love of learning. Our internationally recognized program equips students to succeed academically and thrive as engaged global citizens.
To learn more about our Elementary School program, click the Cycle 2 button (Grades 1 and 2) or the Cycle 3 button (Grades 3 and 4)
To learn more about our Elementary School program, click the Cycle 2 button (Grades 1 and 2) or the Cycle 3 button (Grades 3 and 4)
FASPS
MERCER ISLAND
(Preschool, Elementary, Middle School)
3795 East Mercer Way
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 275-3533
info@fasps.org
(Preschool, Elementary, Middle School)
3795 East Mercer Way
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 275-3533
info@fasps.org
With two campuses, our main campus on Mercer Island and our new preschool campus in the vibrant Capitol Hill area of Seattle, the French American School of Puget Sound (FASPS) is a private, bilingual school for children age 18 months (tiny young pre-kindergarten) through grade 8. Students benefit from a rigorous academic program, arts and technology curriculum, social and emotional learning, and a wide selection of extracurricular activities.
Non-Discrimination Policy
The French American School of Puget Sound does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, or sexual orientation in the administration of its educational policies, financial aid programs, and athletic or other school-administered programs. This policy applies to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities, including applications and admissions, generally accorded or made available to students at the school.
The French American School of Puget Sound does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, or sexual orientation in the administration of its educational policies, financial aid programs, and athletic or other school-administered programs. This policy applies to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities, including applications and admissions, generally accorded or made available to students at the school.
