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Social-emotional learning is a cornerstone of EFAM. EFAM uses Hors-Piste, a socio-emotional learning program developed in Quebec, to help students recognize their emotions, reduce anxiety, and strengthen their social skills. Since 2024, Hors-Piste has complemented EMC, the pHARe program, and the EVAR program in a spirit of continuity. Every two weeks, students gather for a 45-minute to 1-hour session led by two characters representing different emotions who guide interactive activities. A family-based extension of learning through at-home challenges helps reinforce skills in daily life.
EFAM provides accommodations for students with additional needs when required. The academic team may arrange an evaluation by the appropriate professional. Accommodations may be documented in written plans such as PPRE, PAP, or IEP. The school collaborates with families and professionals to support eligible students.
EFAM prioritizes French immersion while preparing students for English-language education beginning in the 6th grade. Introductory English is offered: 3 hours per week in PreK4 and 4 hours per week in Kindergarten. English instruction increases through elementary school: 5 hours/week in 1st grade, 6 in 2nd, 7 in 3rd, 8 in 4th, and 9 in 5th grade. Non-English speakers may receive ESOL instruction as needed. From 2nd grade, math, science, and social studies are taught in English to develop vocabulary and skills in the American curriculum, with bilingual co-teaching sessions.
Mental wellbeing is supported through daily social-emotional learning and dedicated school counselors. Social-emotional development is integrated into daily routines across all EFAM classes. EFAM counselors provide emotional support on both campuses, complementing other services as needed. Positive discipline practices, student councils, and classroom rules foster self-regulation, empathy, and responsible decision-making.
EFAM prioritizes safeguarding and child protection. Staff are required by law to report suspected abuse or neglect to child protective services. EFAM follows the authorities' instructions in such cases. EFAM preserves confidentiality of family records and safeguards sensitive information. In emergencies, EFAM will contact parents and may call Emergency Services (911) if needed.
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.
