Les Lilas French Bilingual Community School

United States, Seattle

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The school at a glance

Instructs in French, English

Fees $16,100 - 31,900

Ages 3 - 11 years

Pupil numbers 100

Type Co-educational

Opened 2015

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum French Curriculum, Montessori Curriculum

Taught languages English

Typical class size 15

Strengths Languages, STEM, Academic Enrichment

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing

Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary

Introduction

Les Lilas French Bilingual Community School in Kirkland, Washington, offers a Montessori-based program that combines a French curriculum with bilingual instruction in French and English for children ages 3 through 11. The school is organized into three divisions: La Maternelle (ages 3–6), L'Élémentaire (ages 6–9), and La Grande Élémentaire (ages 9–11), with mixed-age classrooms and small class sizes designed to support individualized learning. English instruction amounts to six hours per week, with French immersion and bilingual projects integrated into math and other subjects. The campus emphasizes hands-on Montessori materials, technology-enabled projects, and a project-based approach to language development. Les Lilas is affiliated with Mission Laïque Française (MLF Monde) and is homologated by the French Ministry of Education with AEFE membership. The school operates from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with extended hours, and offers an enrichment program and a French-immersion Summer Camp. Address: 14216 132nd Avenue NE, Kirkland, WA 98034.

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14216 132nd Ave NE, Kirkland, WA 98034, United States

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The Essentials

Location

14216 132nd Avenue NE, Kirkland, WA 98034. The school is located in the Seattle suburb of Kirkland. The school serves preschool through 5th grade.

Stages

La Maternelle (ages 3–6); L'Élémentaire (ages 6–9); La Grande Élémentaire (ages 9–11); preschool through 5th grade.

Type

Independent, private, French-English bilingual school.

Country affiliation

Affiliated with AEFE and Mission Laïque Française (MLF Monde).

School day structure

Regular hours: 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.; Extended day: 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

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Fees

Application and non‑refundable fees

- Application Fee (new & returning students): USD $100, due January 31, 2026.
- Enrollment deposit to secure a spot: 10% of the annual tuition, due March 1, 2026 (listed as a non‑refundable deposit).
- New Family Fee (one‑time): USD $1,500, due June 30, 2026.
- Learning Journey / Snack Fee (annual): USD $600, due August 1, 2026.

Tuition fees by program (annual and monthly amounts)

- La Maternelle (ages 3–6) — Half Day (8:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.): Annual USD $15,500; Monthly USD $1,550.
- La Maternelle (ages 3–6) — School Day (8:00 a.m.–3:15 p.m.): Annual USD $21,500; Monthly USD $2,150.
- La Maternelle (ages 3–6) — Dawn‑to‑Dusk (7:45 a.m.–6:00 p.m.): Annual USD $27,000; Monthly USD $2,700.
- L'Élémentaire (ages 6–9) — School Day (8:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.): Annual USD $21,900; Monthly USD $2,190.
- L'Élémentaire (ages 6–9) — Dawn‑to‑Dusk (7:45 a.m.–6:00 p.m.): Annual USD $27,400; Monthly USD $2,740.
- La Grande Élémentaire (ages 9–11) — School Day (8:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.): Annual USD $22,300; Monthly USD $2,230.
- La Grande Élémentaire (ages 9–11) — Dawn‑to‑Dusk (7:45 a.m.–6:00 p.m.): Annual USD $27,800; Monthly USD $2,780.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Payment timing options: Yearly payment (due July 1, 2026) or Monthly — 9 equal payments (September 1, 2026 through June 1, 2027; March 2027 is prepaid with the deposit).
- A deposit equal to 10% of annual tuition is required to secure enrollment (deposit due March 1, 2026).
- Tuition is due on the first of each month when on the monthly plan. A late fee of 15% of the delinquent balance is assessed after the 5th day of the month. If tuition and fees remain unpaid within seven school days, attendance will be suspended until payment is current. Returned payments incur a USD $35 service charge.
- Garderie, Découverte (enrichment), and camps are enrolled and billed separately from tuition.

Boarding fees

- Not applicable. Les Lilas is a day school serving preschool through grade 5 and does not offer boarding facilities.

Other costs and recurring fees

- Garderie daily drop‑in (3:00–6:00 p.m.): USD $20 per hour.
- Early drop‑off (before 8:00 a.m.): USD $7 for every 5 minutes.
- Découverte (after‑school 1‑hour enrichment) — Fall, Winter, and Spring sessions (8 classes / session): USD $280 per session.
- Garderie on Parent/Teacher Collaboration Days (12:30 to child's regular dismissal time, preregistration required): USD $60 per day.
- Fall & Spring Break Camps (9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.): USD $450 per week for students; USD $500 per week for non‑students.
- Mid‑Winter Break Camp (9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.): USD $180 for 2 days.
- School Break Camps aftercare (3:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.): USD $225 per week.
- Summer Camp (seasonal program): USD $465 per week.

Refunds and cancellation

- All tuition payments are non‑refundable, including in cases of unanticipated school closures. There is explicitly no refund for dawn‑to‑dusk tuition in cases of unanticipated closures (for example, stay‑at‑home orders or inclement weather). Non‑refundable fees (application, deposit, new family fee, learning journey/snack fee) are identified and have specified due dates.

Discounts and special billing notes

- A sibling tuition discount of 10% applies to the second student (the student with the lower tuition). Families may choose to donate this discount back to the school as a tax‑deductible annual fund donation. Les Lilas reserves the right to raise tuition and fees each year.

Fee payment options (billing formats and timing)

- Billing formats: pay the full annual tuition (yearly) or spread tuition over nine equal monthly payments (September–June, with March prepaid by the deposit). Tuition on monthly plans is billed and due on the first of each month. The published schedule does not list specific accepted instruments (credit card, bank transfer/ACH, or check) in the tuition & fees document; for accepted payment instruments or to arrange payment, contact the Les Lilas Business Office at dyana@les-lilas.com or the school main contact at contact@les-lilas.com.

Academics

Curriculum

Les Lilas French Bilingual Community School serves preschool through 5th grade in Kirkland, Washington. The program is Montessori-based and French-English bilingual. La Maternelle (ages 3–6) uses mixed-age classrooms with small class sizes and a Montessori curriculum; six hours of English instruction weekly. L'Élémentaire (ages 6–9) is Cycle 2, a mixed-age class (CP/1st through CE2/3rd) with a lead teacher certified in French and Montessori; instruction is in French with immersion, and a portion of math is taught in English, plus a bilingual project one afternoon each week. La Grande Élémentaire (ages 9–11) is Cycle 3 (CM1/4th and CM2/5th) with continued French immersion and Montessori materials, supplemented by technology-enabled projects; English is included along with a bilingual project.

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Small class sizes.

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FAQs

What curriculum does Les Lilas French Bilingual Community School follow?

What are the tuition fees at Les Lilas French Bilingual Community School?

Annual tuition fees range from USD 16,100 to USD 31,900 depending on the year group. **Application and non‑refundable fees** - Application Fee (new & returning students): USD $100, due January 31, 2026. - Enrollment deposit to secure

What age range does Les Lilas French Bilingual Community School serve?

The school serves students aged 3 to 11. La Maternelle (ages 3–6); L'Élémentaire (ages 6–9); La Grande Élémentaire (ages 9–11); preschool through 5th grade.

Where is Les Lilas French Bilingual Community School located?

14216 132nd Avenue NE, Kirkland, WA 98034. The school is located in the Seattle suburb of Kirkland. The school serves preschool through 5th grade.

Does Les Lilas French Bilingual Community School provide SEN support?

The Learning Support Office provides one-on-one and small-group differentiated learning; the Learning Specialist helps families understand learning challenges and does not diagnose or assess disabilities. Standardized testing and other assessments may be conducted, with data kept confidential and sh

What wellbeing support does Les Lilas French Bilingual Community School offer?

The Counseling Office promotes emotional intelligence and supports the social and emotional growth of students and families. The counseling program includes an advisory child therapist, short-term counseling, parent education workshops, and classroom observations. Grace and Courtesy lessons suppleme

What type of school is Les Lilas French Bilingual Community School?

Les Lilas French Bilingual Community School is a Co-educational school with 100 students. Independent, private, French-English bilingual school.

What languages are taught at Les Lilas French Bilingual Community School?

French is the primary language of instruction. English is taught as part of the bilingual program, with six hours of English per week in La Maternelle. English is integrated into other subjects in Cycle 2, with a portion of math taught in English and bilingual projects co-taught by the French and En

What is the history of Les Lilas French Bilingual Community School?

Les Lilas opened its doors in September 2015 on the initiative of a French math teacher living in the United States and her business-minded American sister-in-law. Their mission was to create and develop a school adapted to the individual needs of children, based on a pedagogy that allows each child

What extracurricular activities are available?

The school has an Enrichment Program, Discovery, offering non-academic after-school classes led by Les Lilas teachers or outside vendors. Past classes include Yoga, Art, Drama, and Engineering. There is also after-school homework help to support La Grande Élémentaire with French homework.

What are the school hours at Les Lilas French Bilingual Community School?

Regular hours: 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.; Extended day: 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

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