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SRFACS provides a standards-based core curriculum that aligns with both the California Common Core Standards and the French Base Standards. Instruction is delivered primarily in French, with English-language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies taught in English. The core content areas include French and English-Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Science. The school is AEFE-accredited and certified to administer the Diplôme d'Études en Langue Française (DELF), with the aim for all students to pass the DELF at level B1.
After-school Enrichment Classes provide students the chance to explore new activities in arts, movement, STEAM, cooking and more. Registration for winter classes begins January 7, 2026 at 8 PM. The enrichment program includes arts as a core component of the student experience. An Enrichment schedule and details are available through the program pages.
SRFACS is a free and public educational French Immersion school, with French as the primary language of instruction. Most instruction is in French, with English taught in English-Language Arts and some other subjects. SRFACS is AEFE-accredited, enabling access to the French educational system worldwide, and is certified to administer the DELF language diploma, with the goal of all students passing DELF at a B1 level.
After-school Enrichment Classes provide opportunities in arts, movement, STEAM, cooking and more, supporting students' interests beyond the core classroom program.
Families are encouraged to volunteer at least 20 hours each school year. Volunteers must be approved and complete background checks, fingerprinting, TB screening, Mandated Reporter Training, and other requirements. Volunteers connect to opportunities via Be A Mentor and HelpCounter to sign up, track hours, and manage their involvement.
English Learner Advisory Council (ELAC) provides written recommendations to the school and district regarding English Learner programs and the use of funds, and offers information and training to parents about educating English Learners. The school also hosts parent and community leadership structures such as the School Advisory Board (SAB) and the Parent Association Foundation (PAF).
The curriculum notes that arts, physical education, and nutrition are integral elements of French culture and the learning experience. Enrichment includes movement and physical activity as part of after-school offerings, contributing to students' well-being alongside academics.
Santa Rosa French American Charter School (SRFACS) is a public French immersion charter serving ages 4 through 14 in Santa Rosa City Schools District. The curriculum blends French Ministry of Education standards with California Common Core, delivering instruction primarily in French with core English-language arts, mathematics, science and social studies taught in English. The school is AEFE-accredited and certified to administer the DELF language diploma, with the aim that all students attain DELF B1. A STEAM lab supports hands-on learning in science, technology, engineering, arts and math, and SRFACS offers a garden program and field trips funded by the SRFACS Parent Association Foundation. The school emphasizes bilingual proficiency and cultural confidence, with native French-speaking teachers and a focus on global perspectives. Extracurriculars include after-school Enrichment Classes in arts, movement, STEAM and cooking. Families volunteer at least 20 hours per year, and governance includes ELAC, SAB, and the Parent Association Foundation.
