Bilingual Elementary School in Princeton
Learning a second language is a cognitive upgrade that strengthens a child's native tongue
while giving them a passport to the world.
Imagine spending your formative elementary years surrounded by good friends and caring teachers from more than 30 countries, in a place of academic exploration, free expression, and acceptance, as you expand your budding language abilities in both French and English and gain confidence in your own voice.
That is how it is to experience learning in our Elementary School. At the French American School of Princeton, elementary school students in grades 1-5 build on their Maternelle academic skills to become independent, critical thinkers who are ready to complete their education anywhere in the world.
It can only happen with a solid mastery of language: the key tool for freedom of thought.
At the elementary level, language is at the core of learning. Our dual-language program intensifies to help all students master both French and English during their elementary years, through a curriculum that exceeds the educational requirements of both the State of New Jersey and the French Ministry of Education.
FASP Bilingual Elementary Program
French American School of Princeton Elementary School faculty utilize a well-balanced combination of French and American teaching methods that encourage self-confidence, creativity, and mutual respect.
- Our curriculum exceeds the educational requirements of both the State of New Jersey and the French Ministry of Education.
- Subjects are taught in both English and French.
- Structured learning skills include organization and methodology.
In addition to exemplary academics, FASP nurtures the physical, psychological and emotional health of our students through a range of health and wellness support services that enhance those important areas of wellbeing.
Elementary School News
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Will learning a second language confuse a child or negatively impact their mastery of English grammar? It’s a common worry for parents exploring bilingual education. According to recent studies in neuroscience, learning a second language actually strengthens one’s command of grammar in both languages.
![Student artwork inspired by the book Les Incroyables/The Remarkables]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1779889013/ecoleprincetonorg/spiim6jfqlay8fqyyhya/TheRemarkables.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1779889013/ecoleprincetonorg/spiim6jfqlay8fqyyhya/TheRemarkables.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1779889013/ecoleprincetonorg/spiim6jfqlay8fqyyhya/TheRemarkables.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1779889013/ecoleprincetonorg/spiim6jfqlay8fqyyhya/TheRemarkables.png","width":1050}])
FASP students in Grades 1-6 participated in this year's Prix Albertine Jeunesse, contributing their votes to the overall winner, "Les Incroyables" ("The Remarkables") by Clotilde Perrin. See how our students celebrated the winning book by creating their own unique characters!
![FASP Science Fair 2026]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1779385496/ecoleprincetonorg/ttq23be6cfrtyv7vuewp/1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1779385496/ecoleprincetonorg/ttq23be6cfrtyv7vuewp/1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1779385496/ecoleprincetonorg/ttq23be6cfrtyv7vuewp/1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1779385496/ecoleprincetonorg/ttq23be6cfrtyv7vuewp/1.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1779385496/ecoleprincetonorg/ttq23be6cfrtyv7vuewp/1.png","width":1350}])
On May 15, 2026, students in Grades 5-8 presented their findings at the annual FASP Science Fair. The students worked on their projects for months, beginning with learning how to formulate a hypothesis, design a valid experiment, test their hypothesis, and analyze their findings.
“We have had a fantastic experience with FASP over the past 2 years. We have a son and daughter in the elementary school and will definitely plan on sending our youngest once of age. Neither of our children spoke French upon entering the school and now both speak comfortably (they are not 100% fluent, but they can each converse without problems which is amazing to see). I speak French fairly well, but it is not my maternal language and I had trouble speaking to them in French at home. However, once they started to pick it up at School, it has been much easier.”
“They now teach me almost as many words as I teach them. The teachers spend a lot of time individually crafting the best learning experience for the students. The curriculum is strong and engaging. As important, they teach the kids to be good people with good values and manners. I highly recommend the learning experience for children at FASP, and bilingual education to anyone (currently French-speaking or not)!”
— Brian L., FASP parent
“They now teach me almost as many words as I teach them. The teachers spend a lot of time individually crafting the best learning experience for the students. The curriculum is strong and engaging. As important, they teach the kids to be good people with good values and manners. I highly recommend the learning experience for children at FASP, and bilingual education to anyone (currently French-speaking or not)!”
— Brian L., FASP parent