School Overview
In 1962, a bold group of visionaries believed that bilingual education in French could imbue students with an international perspective and skill set that would make them compassionate, confident, and conscientious individuals who would make a difference in the world. We still believe that today.
Our community has prepared students to navigate the world with confidence and command, empathy and joy. We achieve this through rigorous bilingual, French, and International Baccalaureate education programs, and a vibrant school culture strengthened by multilingual, multinational educators and families.
Our students experience a unique, bilingual environment at The International School of San Francisco. By Grade 8, our students are fluent in both French and English.
In Grade 9, our community expands to include incoming students from across San Francisco and families from around the globe. Many of these students are not bilingual, yet they all have a desire to experience the world around them.
At International High School, students earn an internationally recognized baccalaureate diploma in addition to a U.S. high school degree. We prepare our students to go on to thrive at the best universities, anywhere in the world.
The goal of the college counseling department is to help students find colleges that are the best fit for their intellectual, social, and emotional needs. Through this process, students gain the skills needed to become self-advocates. We encourage students to think broadly, and even globally, in considering their college options. Our students engage in self-reflection and maintain an open mindset as they plan for their postsecondary life.
Our community has prepared students to navigate the world with confidence and command, empathy and joy. We achieve this through rigorous bilingual, French, and International Baccalaureate education programs, and a vibrant school culture strengthened by multilingual, multinational educators and families.
Our students experience a unique, bilingual environment at The International School of San Francisco. By Grade 8, our students are fluent in both French and English.
In Grade 9, our community expands to include incoming students from across San Francisco and families from around the globe. Many of these students are not bilingual, yet they all have a desire to experience the world around them.
At International High School, students earn an internationally recognized baccalaureate diploma in addition to a U.S. high school degree. We prepare our students to go on to thrive at the best universities, anywhere in the world.
The goal of the college counseling department is to help students find colleges that are the best fit for their intellectual, social, and emotional needs. Through this process, students gain the skills needed to become self-advocates. We encourage students to think broadly, and even globally, in considering their college options. Our students engage in self-reflection and maintain an open mindset as they plan for their postsecondary life.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Enrollment
1009
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
80%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:11
Class Size
13
Academics
Basic Info
Application Info
Reviews
A FindingSchool User
5 / 5
02/09/2021
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The French-American International School is a French secondary school located in San Francisco, California, a 17-minute drive from San Francisco International Airport. It is also the first English and French secondary school in San Francisco. The school adopts the IB system and is the 4th IB school in the United States. 81% of the school's teachers are senior teachers.
School Features:
1. Collaboration with Stanford University Center to support teaching excellence.
2. Strong technology program. The school has its own makerspace, including a middle school Tinker space and a middle and high school design lab. Students learn through hands-on experiments and are encouraged to experiment in STEAM fields, while curriculum and school programs remain consistent.
3. Upon graduation, students can be awarded an IB Diploma or a French Baccalaureate (Bac) Diploma.
4. The Arts Center features a black box theater, costume shop, and fully equipped studios. The school invites artists from various fields to visit or hold weekend workshops. Since 2009, the local theater company foolsFURY has been an artistic partner of the school.
5. Global Travel Program: Conducted during the academic year, each trip lasts approximately two weeks. In 2019-20, students traveled to India, Colombia, South Africa, and other locations for exchange programs.
6. Offers numerous performance opportunities. In drama, five major productions are staged; in visual arts, art exhibitions and art festivals are held; in music, concerts and musicals are presented; and film-related courses and activities allow students to choose to write, shoot, and edit their own works in a four-year film program.
7. Students have many leadership opportunities, such as the student council, student-athlete advisory committee, and community service steering committee.
School Features:
1. Collaboration with Stanford University Center to support teaching excellence.
2. Strong technology program. The school has its own makerspace, including a middle school Tinker space and a middle and high school design lab. Students learn through hands-on experiments and are encouraged to experiment in STEAM fields, while curriculum and school programs remain consistent.
3. Upon graduation, students can be awarded an IB Diploma or a French Baccalaureate (Bac) Diploma.
4. The Arts Center features a black box theater, costume shop, and fully equipped studios. The school invites artists from various fields to visit or hold weekend workshops. Since 2009, the local theater company foolsFURY has been an artistic partner of the school.
5. Global Travel Program: Conducted during the academic year, each trip lasts approximately two weeks. In 2019-20, students traveled to India, Colombia, South Africa, and other locations for exchange programs.
6. Offers numerous performance opportunities. In drama, five major productions are staged; in visual arts, art exhibitions and art festivals are held; in music, concerts and musicals are presented; and film-related courses and activities allow students to choose to write, shoot, and edit their own works in a four-year film program.
7. Students have many leadership opportunities, such as the student council, student-athlete advisory committee, and community service steering committee.
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The International School of San Francisco is Co-ed private day school located in California, US. It was founded 1962 , and currently has about 1009 students.
For more official information, please visit http://www.internationalsf.org.
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Where is The International School of San Francisco located?
The International School of San Francisco is located in the State of California of USA. The closest major city is San Francisco, which is about 0 miles away from school. Most families can choose San Francisco International Airport to travel in and out of school.
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De Marillac Middle School, Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory and Youth Chance High School.
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Nearby City
San Francisco, officially the City and County of San Francisco, is a global hub for commerce, finance, and culture in Northern California. With a population of 815,201 as of 2021, it is the fourth most populous city in California and the second most densely populated large city in the U.S. Known for its iconic landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island, San Francisco is also a leader in technology, innovation, and the arts, with a thriving economy and a rich cultural history.
Population (2022)
808,976
Cost of Living
Higher than average 89%
Nearby Airport
San Francisco International Airport
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