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French-American School of New York – Village Campus

United States, Mamaroneck

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, French
Fees $42,030
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 700
Type Co-educational
Opened 1980
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum French Curriculum, American Curriculum, IB (DP)
Taught languages French, English, Spanish, Latin, Arabic
Typical class size 10
Strengths Languages, STEM, Performing Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Academic and Intellectual, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

The Village Campus of the French-American School of New York serves students in grades 4 through 8 at 145 New Street in Mamaroneck. It offers two bilingual pathways: the French-American Program teaching math, science and social studies in French with English support for music, art and physical education, and the International Program, which delivers an English curriculum with bilingual support. The campus provides a diverse, internationally minded middle school experience within a community, and it connects learning to global perspectives through both programs. Language Institutes and after-school programs extend language study into Arabic and French for students and adults, while a vegetable garden anchors sustainability and hands-on learning. Middle School students engage in critical thinking, inquiry, and collaborative projects across disciplines, supported by dedicated teachers, modern facilities, and an emphasis on community service and leadership. Village Campus fosters proficiency, cultural awareness, and preparation for the next stage of education globally.

145 New Street, Mamaroneck, NY 10543

The Essentials

French-American School of New York – Village Campus has 700 pupils, typical class sizes of 10, instruction in English, French.

Location
Village Campus is located in Mamaroneck, New York, in Westchester County, United States. It houses the Middle School for grades 4-8. The campus address is 145 New Street, Mamaroneck, NY 10543. It is part of FASNY's three-campus structure, with Manor Campus in Larchmont and Harbor Campus in Mamaroneck.

Stages
Middle School (Grades 4-8)

Type
Private French-American Middle School.

Additional learning support
Language Support: In English, a three-tiered program supports non-native speakers to native-like fluency; In French, push-in/pull-out support and a French speech therapist. Learning Support: Differentiated teaching and extra help are provided; Directed Studies include after-school tutoring and supervised study.

Country affiliation
United States
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The school is a day school and does not offer boarding.

Food Options
Village Campus has a cafeteria.

Governance and Ownership
The school is governed by a Board of Trustees; it is a private N-12 day school.
Fees

Annual tuition at French-American School of New York – Village Campus ranges from USD 42,030 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- A non-refundable application fee of USD 150 is required at the time the online application is submitted.

Tuition — Village Campus (Grades 4–8) — 2026/2027 academic year

- Grade 4: USD 42,030 (annual).
- Grade 5: USD 42,030 (annual).
- Grade 6: USD 42,030 (annual).
- Grade 7: USD 42,030 (annual).
- Grade 8: USD 42,030 (annual).

Per-installment equivalents (illustrative based on the school's payment-plan structures):

- Single payment: full annual tuition due in one payment (annual amount above).
- Two-payment plan: two equal installments of 50% each (for Grades 4–8: USD 21,015 per installment before any deposit or deductions).
- Ten-month plan: ten equal monthly payments (for Grades 4–8: USD 4,203.00 per month before any deposit or deductions). The Ten-Month plan is assessed an administrative fee per student.

Note: the balance due under any plan is calculated as total tuition less any enrollment/registration deposit and less approved deductions (for example, financial aid). The payment-plan amounts above are the simple arithmetic equivalents of the published annual tuition and do not reflect deposit offsets or any additional fees.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Available payment plans: Single-Payment, Two-Payment, and Ten-Month Payment plans processed through the school's Smart Tuition system. The Ten-Month plan carries an annual administrative fee (assessed per student).
- The school calculates monthly Ten-Month installments by taking (Total Expenses - Total Deductions) ÷ 10. Total Expenses explicitly includes tuition, the first registration fee, and other fees.
- Payments under installment plans are automatically debited on scheduled dates (1st or 15th of each month) as enrolled in Smart Tuition.

Payment methods and payment-related charges

- Payments are processed through Smart Tuition. Wire transfers and checks are accepted as alternative methods.
- Wire transfers: sender pays all wire transfer fees.
- Checks: payable to FASNY and sent to the Finance Office; returned checks incur a USD 35 charge.
- The school's payment processing via Smart Tuition is the mechanism used for scheduled plans and balances; the Ten-Month plan administrative fee is charged per student.

Boarding fees

- The school is an N–12 day school; boarding is not offered, therefore no boarding fees apply.

Other costs and typical additional fees

- Additional, grade-linked fees apply in addition to tuition and may include registration (first-registration) fees and other program or activity charges. These additional fees are treated as part of Total Expenses when calculating installment amounts.
- The school participates in a Tuition Refund Plan (optional coverage and premiums). Premiums and coverage details are provided through the plan; premium charges and timing are handled according to the plan terms.

Refund information

- A Tuition Refund Plan option is available to provide protection for a portion of unused tuition under qualifying withdrawal conditions; details and claim rules are specified in the plan documentation and premiums are handled separately from base tuition. Refunds of tuition balances follow the school's published refund/withdrawal and Tuition Refund Plan terms.

Other administrative and one-time fees (policies commonly applied)

- The school requires one-time registration/enrollment deposits and fees as part of enrollment procedures; these deposits are non-refundable and are applied toward tuition when noted in the school's enrollment terms. The balance due under payment plans is defined as tuition less any enrollment deposit.
- The Ten-Month payment plan administrative fee and returned-check fee (USD 35) are applied as described above.

Summary (concise)

- Village Campus annual tuition (Grades 4–8, 2026/2027): USD 42,030 per year for each grade.
- Application fee: USD 150 (non-refundable).
- Payment plans: Single, Two-Payment, Ten-Month via Smart Tuition; Ten-Month plan carries an administrative fee. Payments may be made via Smart Tuition, wire transfer, or check (returned check fee USD 35). Balance calculations take into account any enrollment/registration deposit.

If you require these specific line items placed into a database field format (for example: annual amount; two-payment installment amount; ten-month installment amount; application fee; payment methods; boarding = no), the figures above provide the published annual tuition and the standard installment conversions based on the school's payment-plan structures.
Academics

French-American School of New York – Village Campus teaches French Curriculum, American Curriculum, IB (DP) for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Village Campus serves grades 4–8 at 145 New Street, Mamaroneck, NY 10543. The school offers two academic pathways: the French-American Program taught in French and the International Program taught in English. Both pathways blend the depth of the French educational tradition with the inquiry and global perspective of an international education. Students are encouraged to think critically, lead with purpose, and grow into engaged global citizens. The programs support bilingual learning and prepare students for the next stages of their education.

Student Teacher Ratio
Student to Faculty Ratio: 10:1. Students per class: 20.

Exam Results
Bac results: 100%.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates matriculate to universities and colleges around the world.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Village Campus provides a bilingual education through two program tracks: the International Program and the French-American Program. The school emphasizes learning through bilingual environments and integrates social and emotional development into daily routines, collaboration, and language-rich activities.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school offers language-support pathways within its bilingual programs (two levels of French and two levels of English) to accommodate learners at different proficiency levels; specifics on SEN supports are not itemized on the page.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The International Program focuses on English-language instruction with intensive French instruction; two levels of French (FLL and AFLL) are available, allowing students to advance toward native-level French. The French-American Program focuses on French-language instruction with intensive English; two levels of English instruction (ELL and Native) are available.

Mental Wellbeing
The programs include a structured, supportive bilingual learning environment that emphasizes well-being and adaptive learning as part of daily practice, with explicit independence and study-skills development.

Safeguarding
The school operates under a nondiscrimination policy and provides contact information for admissions and general inquiries to support safe, informed transitions for families.
Parent Experience

History
The school was founded in 1980 by Katrine Watkins and Sylvette Maschino as a one‑room preschool with 17 students at 111 Larchmont Avenue in Larchmont. A second campus opened on East Boston Post Road in the early 1990s; in 1995 it moved to 145 New Street in Mamaroneck. A third campus opened in Scarsdale in 2005. FASNY added the 11th and 12th grades in 2007, offering the S and ES tracks and the International Option of the French baccalaureate; the first high‑school graduation occurred in 2009. In 2015 the International Baccalaureate program was added in addition to the French baccalaureate, and in 2020 FASNY launched the International Program for grades 1 through 8.

Community
FASNY's community includes students, families, and faculty connected through the PTA and ongoing community‑service initiatives. Community events bring families together throughout the year, including Homecoming Weekend and the Fun Run, plus language programs, summer camps, and clubs. The Village Campus and other campuses foster collaboration and social engagement across grades.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The PTA is a vibrant, welcoming community of parents and faculty dedicated to supporting students, connecting families, and enriching school life. It welcomes new families through a buddy system, offering resources, support, and opportunities to connect. The PTA builds community by organizing events for students, parents, and faculty throughout the year, including morning coffees and signature celebrations such as the Spring Gala, Dîner en Blanc, Kermesse, Newcomers Cocktails, and more. It promotes engagement through volunteer opportunities and social gatherings that help families feel part of school life from day one. It facilitates communication between parents and school leadership, coordinating class‑parent delegates who act as liaisons. All fundraising proceeds support student‑centered events, programs, and initiatives, with new ideas welcome and opportunities to participate.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The French-American School of New York operates three campuses in Westchester: Manor Campus (Nursery–Grade 3) in Larchmont, Village Campus (Grades 4–8) in Mamaroneck, and Harbor Campus (Grades 9–12) in Mamaroneck. Village Campus houses Grades 4–8. The school offers two bilingual programs, the French-American Program and the International Program, with language of instruction varying by program. In the International Program, math, science, social studies, English, music, art, and physical education are taught in English; in the French-American Program, math, science, and social studies are taught in French, with music, art, and physical education taught in English with translation and support as needed. A vegetable garden exists at the Village Campus as part of sustainability initiatives, and the Language Institute provides language offerings across campuses together with a broad range of clubs and after-school activities.

Academic Facilities
The Middle School offers the option of the French-American Program or the International Program. The Middle School curriculum includes French, Reading Workshop, Critical Thinking, English, Math, Math Computation & Computer Science, Sciences, History/Geography, Social Studies, Physical Education, Creative Arts, and Homeroom. The International Program provides a predominantly English-speaking curriculum with bilingual support, while the French-American Program offers a predominantly French-speaking curriculum with English support. The Village Campus hosts Grades 4–8 and supports these programs as part of its curriculum.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Afterschool Extensions offer a wide variety of clubs for multilingual learning, including music, dance, arts, sports, robotics, and culinary arts, in both English and French. Language Institute provides Arabic and French language courses for students and adults. Student-Led Clubs include Cinema Club, Investment Club, Debate, Social Justice/Diversity Club, Photography, Sewing, Newspaper, Gaming Development, Drawing, Archeology/Paleontology. Traditional teacher-led clubs such as Model UN, Yearbook, Chemistry Club, and Robotics are also available. Village Campus students can participate in these activities alongside the broader FASNY community.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
FASNY offers a wide variety of after-school extensions with clubs in English and French for preschool through 5th grade. Clubs cover music, dance, arts, sports, robotics, and culinary arts. Student-led clubs are a hallmark for Middle and High School, with teacher-led options like Model UN, Yearbook, Chemistry Club, Robotics, and more. Village Campus serves Grades 4-8.

Arts & Creative
Clubs cover music, dance, arts, sports, robotics, and culinary arts. Traditional clubs include Cinema Club, Investment Club, Debate, Social Justice/Diversity Club, Photography, Sewing, Newspaper, Gaming Development, Drawing, and Archeology/Paleontology. These clubs operate in English and French.

Cultural & Language
The Language Institute offers Arabic for Young Learners (PreK–6), Beginner Arabic (4th–5th), Intermediate Arabic (5th–10th), and Advanced Arabic (10th–12th). French offerings include Beginner French and Intermediate French for adults and students. Village Campus serves Grades 4–8.

Social & Hobbies
Student-led and teacher-led clubs provide social and hobby opportunities, including Cinema Club, Investment Club, Debate, Social Justice/Diversity Club, Photography, Sewing, Newspaper, Gaming Development, Drawing, and Archeology/Paleontology. These clubs operate in English and French.

Community & Service
Community Service is a key component of FASNY education, with all students participating in various community service initiatives. Middle and High School students are required to complete a set number of hours to graduate. Programs include Thanksgiving Soup Kitchen, Food Collection, Snack Bags, Sai Schools in Sudan, and the Presidential Volunteer Service Award recognizing significant volunteer effort.

Leadership & Professional
Starting in preschool, students participate in activities that connect classroom learning to the real world; Career Day introduces students in grades 6–10 to a wide range of professions. In High School, leadership and entrepreneurship are emphasized through the Future Business Leaders of America, national and international conferences, and student-led organizations. The 10th-grade Entrepreneurship Program develops startup ideas with mentorship and internships, culminating in a startup pitch.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Well-being is the foundation at FASNY, with a bilingual Preschool guided by French- and English-speaking educators and a Well-Being team supporting social, emotional, and academic growth. The Well-Being program includes Learning Support, Directed Studies, and Language Support in English and French across grade levels. Counselors, a school nurse, and leaders of learning coordinate to support students and families.
Languages

Language Provision
English and French are the languages of instruction. In the International Program, most subjects including math, science, social studies, English, music, art, and physical education are taught in English, with intensive French instruction and two levels of French language learning (French Language Learners and Advanced French Language Learners). In the French-American Program, math, science, French, and social studies are taught in French while English instruction is provided, with two levels of English learning (English Language Learners and Native). The English-language curriculum is aligned with American independent school standards and NYS accreditation, while the French-language curriculum follows the French Ministry of Education guidelines, with translations and support as needed.

Bilingual Teaching
The Village Campus offers a bilingual daily program in French and English. Students choose between the French-American Program (majority instruction in French with English instruction and translation as needed) and the International Program (majority instruction in English with intensive French instruction). Curricula and learning styles are harmonized for a bilingual learning experience. The main difference between the two programs is the language of instruction in mathematics.

Immersion Programs
An immersive bilingual environment supports French language acquisition in the International Program.
Reputation

Awards
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Accreditations
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Admissions

Admissions
Step 1: Submit Your Online Application by December 15. The online application for the 2027–2028 Academic Year opens on August 1. To begin, create an account in the Admissions Portal. The deadline for completed applications is December 15, and a $150 non-refundable fee is required at submission. Late applications are reviewed on a rolling basis based on availability.

Scholarships
Financial aid is available through an application process. The Financial Aid Program uses an external tool called Clarity to determine financial need. The financial aid forms should be completed by February 1 (optional). FASNY grants approximately $2.3 million in financial aid to about 17.6 percent of the student body.

Waitlist
FASNY maintains a waitlist due to high demand at each grade level. In Preschool, space is limited; late applications or rolling admissions apply as space becomes available. Applications received after December 15 are reviewed on a rolling basis based on availability.
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