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The French American School of Miami

United States, Miami

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The school at a glance
Instructs in French, English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 11 years
Pupil numbers 264
Type Co-educational
Opened 1995
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, French Curriculum
Taught languages French, English
Typical class size 17
Strengths STEM, Languages, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Elementary
Introduction

EFAM, The French American School of Miami, is a private bilingual school for ages 3 to 11 delivering a French curriculum with integrated English instruction and funded tuition. It is affiliated with France, accredited by the French Government, and a member of AFSA and the Society for French Schools in North America. The National French Curriculum guides PreK through Kindergarten, with preschool part of l'école maternelle. Preschool offers full French immersion with a bilingual assistant; from PreK 4, English is three hours weekly, rising to four in Kindergarten and up to nine by Fifth Grade. In Elementary, cycles 2 and 3 coordinate both curricula: Social Studies in English, history and geography in French, and math in both languages. EFAM operates on two campuses, South Miami and Miami Shores, and features STEAM Labs (STIAM) with weekly bilingual sessions. The program emphasizes sustainability, libraries, field trips, clubs, student councils, and community service.

650-651 NE 88th Terrace, Miami Shores, FL 33138, United States

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The Essentials

The French American School of Miami has 264 pupils, typical class sizes of 17, instruction in French, English.

Location
The school has two campuses: North Campus at 650-651 NE 88th Terrace, Miami Shores, FL 33138; South Campus at 7701 SW 76th Ave, Miami, FL 33143. The North Campus is in the Miami Shores neighborhood and the South Campus is in South Miami. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:15am to 5:30pm.

Stages
PreK-3 to 5th grade (Preschool/Kindergarten and Elementary).

Type
Private bilingual school offering a French immersion program with integrated English education; tuition funded.

Country affiliation
Affiliated with France; accredited by the French Government; member of AFSA and the Society for French Schools in North America.

School day structure
Hours: Monday–Friday 8:15am–5:30pm.
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Fees
Application fees
- Application fee: USD 175 (non‑refundable).
- Enrollment deposit due at registration: USD 1,800 for returning students; USD 2,200 for new students (payable upon enrollment).
- Entrance test fee (if required): USD 100.
- Recommendation / supplemental form processing: USD 5 per page.

Tuition fees by year group (amounts shown as annual total and as the 10‑installment plan amount)
- PreK‑3, PreK‑4 and Kindergarten:
- Annual tuition: USD 17,400.
- Payable in 10 installments: USD 18,550.
- Elementary (1st to 5th grade):
- Annual tuition: USD 18,915.
- Payable in 10 installments: USD 20,140.
- Sibling discount: 10% discount applies to the second child and to additional siblings.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Recurring tuition may be paid via a payment plan chosen at enrollment; a 10‑installment plan option is available. The 10‑installment plan includes a mandatory tuition refund insurance.
- All recurring and incidental payments are processed through the school's RenWeb/FACTS online parent portal; recurring amounts are withdrawn automatically from the chosen payment method according to the selected payment schedule. Parents select the payment plan and payment method in the RenWeb/FACTS portal at enrollment or re‑enrollment.
- Non‑recurring items (aftercare hourly charges, clubs, library fines, special materials, certain field trips, etc.) are invoiced separately and processed through the RenWeb/FACTS portal.
- Late payment charge: 1% monthly on any balance past due. Returned payment fee: USD 30 per returned check or returned portal payment.

Enrollment / billing deposits and related conditions
- Enrollment deposits noted above are due to secure the place at the time of enrollment. Recurring payment plans are set up in the RenWeb/FACTS portal and withdrawals occur automatically from the chosen payment method. Certificates and records are released only after all balances are paid.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable. The school serves preschool and elementary grades (PreK through 5th grade) and does not offer boarding.

Other costs and incidentals
- Uniforms: wearing the school uniform is required daily. Uniform items (polo shirts with logo, navy or beige bottoms, optional navy hoodie or rainwear with logo) are sold by the school's approved suppliers (Apple Uniform in Miami and online via Company Casuals). No uniform prices are listed on the school's fee pages.
- School supplies: grade‑specific supply lists are provided for each class and are billed or purchased separately as needed; supply lists are published per grade. Replacement charges apply for lost or damaged school‑issued items (textbooks, school bags for new Pre‑K/K, nap mats for new Pre‑K).
- After‑school programs, clubs and special activities: these are additional charges billed as non‑recurring items through the portal. Late pick‑up fee: USD 5 per minute per child after 5:00 PM. Parents will be billed for replacement or repair of lost/damaged items.

Refund information and early withdrawal
- The 10‑installment payment option includes mandatory tuition refund insurance as part of that plan. Specifics of the insurance policy are administered through the tuition plan.
- Early withdrawal procedure: parents must notify the administration in writing; all outstanding balances must be paid in full before the school will prepare and release official documents (release/certificates/records). The school will invoice for any replacement costs for school property not returned or returned damaged.

Fee payment options
- Online payments and automated recurring payments: RenWeb/FACTS online parent portal (automatic withdrawal from the chosen payment method).
- Other accepted payment instruments (by request): personal check, money order, cashier's check, wire transfer or cash, payable to the French‑American School of Miami. Recurring payments are set to be withdrawn automatically from the chosen method in the portal.

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Academics

The French American School of Miami teaches American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, French Curriculum for students aged 3 to 11.

Curriculum
The school follows the National French Curriculum guidelines for PreK‑2 through Kindergarten; preschool and Kindergarten are part of l'école maternelle. Preschool offers full immersion in French, with a full‑time bilingual assistant in each classroom. Starting in PreK 4, English is taught for 3 hours per week, and in Kindergarten English totals 4 hours per week. EFAM welcomes students from France and other countries, with up to 9 hours of English instruction per week. In Elementary, Cycle 2 (First–Third Grade) and Cycle 3 (Fourth–Fifth Grade) the French and English curricula are coordinated; English hours rise from 5 hours in First Grade to 9 hours in Fifth Grade; Social Studies are taught in English and history/geography in French, while Math is taught in both languages. Outside the regular curriculum, field trips occur three times per year per grade, and digital technology is integrated across learning.

Higher Education Progression
Fifth-grade graduates are enrolled in prestigious middle school programs within the EFAM community. Examples include International Studies Charter High School (ISCHS), Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart, and Ransom Everglades.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Apply online using the EFAM Online Application. The North campus (650/651 NE 88th Ter, Miami Shores) and the South Campus (7701 SW 76th Ave, Miami) share the same online application, and you may apply for one campus or for both. A non-refundable application fee of $175 is due with each application. After submitting the application, you can create an account, log in to your application, and track its status online.

2. 2026-2027 REGISTRATION CALENDAR: From October 15, 2025, the registration portal opens for the 2026/2027 school year. Applications (administrative documents, report cards, medical certificates, etc.) are submitted through February 2026 and are recorded in the system; they remain on the waiting list until March 1, 2026.

3. February 2026: Entrance exams – Elementary (for students from non-AEFE-approved schools). Notifications are sent by email to families whose applications are complete.

4. March 1, 2026: Selection and confirmation. Publication of results; successful applicants receive official notification. Enrollment must be confirmed by March 15, 2026, including payment of the deposit.

5. March 2026–July 2026: Enrollment portal remains open year round to modify information, ask questions about available places, and view responses.

6. August 2026: Open House and submission of medical documents; deadline for submitting medical forms is August 15, 2026.

Scholarships
Scholarships can be awarded to French citizens upon request at the Consulate General of France in Miami. EFAM does not accept scholarships from the state of Florida.

Waitlist
Applications remain on the waiting list until the selection date of March 1, 2026. Notifications are sent by email to families whose applications are complete.
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