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Admissions for the 2026/27 school year start in October. EFB is a French immersion school in the Boston area offering the French National Education curriculum, starting at 21 months old. The admissions process allows parents and children to meet with teachers, visit facilities, and become familiar with the education philosophy. Admissions applications for 2026/27 began in October and must be completed on the TADS platform after creating a personal account; a $75 nonrefundable application fee applies. The process includes a one‑on‑one meeting with the family (about 45 minutes). Key dates: admission requests are due by February 28, 2026; after that, applications are considered subject to availability in each classroom; final admission decisions are provided in the spring. You can schedule a meeting via Calendly and Open Houses are offered. Financial aid applications must be completed by February 28, 2026; decisions are communicated by the end of March; you must confirm in writing to secure a spot. Financial aid is not guaranteed and depends on annual funds. Gold Member Program: CM1 or CM2 students who have been enrolled at EFB for at least five years are eligible for a $2,000 tuition discount for the upcoming school year.
After the admission request deadline, applications are considered subject to availability in each classroom.
Gold Member Program: New for 2026–2027, CM1 or CM2 students who have been enrolled at EFB for at least five years receive a $2,000 tuition discount for the upcoming school year. Financial aid is available; applications are due February 28, 2026; decisions are typically communicated by the end of March; financial aid is not guaranteed and depends on the annual funds allocated. Bourses du Consulat Général de France à Boston is listed as a potential aid source.
EFB École Française de Boston is a private bilingual French–English international school with three campuses: Concord Ave Cambridge (PreK–5th), Walden Square Cambridge (Toddler–K), and Watertown (Toddler–K). The school offers the French Ministry of Education curriculum with English instruction increasing by grade, from 20% in CP to 40% in CM2, and aligns French National Education guidelines with the Massachusetts Department of Education to support transitions to public schools. Most classes are taught in French, with English gradually integrated to support bilingual fluency and strong academic foundations. The school serves 270+ students from 25 nationalities and employs about 50 staff. The standard day runs 8:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m., with before-school care from 8:00 a.m. and extended-day options until 5:00 or 6:00 p.m. The libraries offer books in French and two other languages. The program emphasizes active, student-centred learning, language development, and cultural immersion, including family involvement and community events.
