French Immersion School of Washington

The French Immersion School of Washington is a preschool through 5th grade bilingual, immersion school located in Bellevue, Washington. Employing 7 staff members, the school serves students aged 2.5 to 11. The school's curriculum focuses on bilingual education, teaching students French 75% of the day and English 25% of the day. This immersive approach aims to cultivate students' openness to the world, encourage risk-taking, and enhance critical thinking skills. Students learn traditional academic skills within a context that encourages problem-solving, collaboration, and independent learning. FISW's education is structured in three cycles, each promoting specific developmental objectives and learning skills. This approach allows teachers to cater to diverse abilities and needs. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking through open-ended questions, encouraging students to explore, experiment, and discover solutions. Interested parties can learn more by visiting fisw.org. To schedule a tour, contact [email protected].