French American School of Rhode Island is a French Curriculum / American Curriculum school in Providence, United States. Founded in 1994. Annual tuition ranges from $17,451 to $25,499 USD.
Location & Getting There
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Key Details
Scholarships Available
Need-based financial aid available for families in Kindergarten and above, processed through FAST (Financial Aid for School Tuition). Returning families must reapply annually. Decisions made by FASRI's Financial Aid Committee based on total need and available funds. French citizens may apply for Bourses Scolaires (French Government Scholarships) through the French Consulate in Boston by February 27, 2026.
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About
French American School of Rhode Island (FASRI) is an independent bilingual day school in Providence, Rhode Island, serving approximately 180 students from preschool through eighth grade. The school combines a French curriculum with an American framework, delivering instruction in both French and English with Spanish introduced in Grade 6, and holds accreditation from the French Ministry of Education, NEASC, and the Rhode Island Board of Education as part of the AEFE network. FASRI offers DELF French-language diploma certifications, a Coast to Coast Signature Program for cross-cultural collaboration, and partnerships with institutions such as RISD Museum and Providence College.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Bilingual French-English instruction from preschool through Grade 8 within the AEFE network; Coast to Coast Signature Program connecting FASRI with AFSA network schools for cross-country, cross-cultural collaboration; DELF diploma certifications at multiple CEFR levels; Passport Class Program accelerated French-language track; accreditation from the French Ministry of Education, NEASC, and Rhode Island Board of Education; partnerships with RISD Museum and Providence College.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Middle School (Grades 6-8) | USD 25,499 |
| Maternelle/Preschool Half-day (PK1) | USD 17,451 |
| Maternelle/Preschool Full-day (PK1-K) | USD 21,801 |
| Lower School/Élémentaire (Grades 1-5) | USD 21,801 |
Original currency: USD 17,451 - 25,499. Application fee: $75.
Admissions Process
- 1Submit online application via Ravenna hub by January 31 with a $75 non-refundable application fee. 2. Schedule a parent meeting with the Director of Enrollment and a student evaluation. 3. Submit required documents (recommendation forms and last three report cards) by February 15. 4. Receive acceptance notification by March 5; finalize enrollment with a $500 non-refundable new student registration fee within eight days or by the date on the contract. 5. Enrollment agreement and deposit due by March 15.
Admissions Details
School Day
Early morning drop-off 7:30am–8:15am; Maternelle/Pre-elementary 8:30am–2:45pm; Elementary 8:30am–2:55pm; Middle School 8:15am–2:55pm; Afterschool program 3:30pm–5:30pm.
Student Life
No formal school uniform. Students are expected to wear comfortable clothing suitable for play and physical education. Closed-toe sneakers required for PE.
Hot lunch program Café de Vie with Chef Raul managed through MealManage; lunches start at $8.00. Students may bring their own lunch or purchase lunch. Nut-free policy in place. No refrigeration or microwaves available.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Student Support staff assist with managing stress and promoting well-being. The program offers well-being activities, mindfulness resources, and guidance to support students' mental health and emotional regulation.
FASRI maintains a nut-free policy to ensure student safety. The Parent-Student Handbook contains school policies and procedures related to safeguarding and student welfare.
Student Demographics
School Background
Governed by a Board of Trustees; independent school following best practices set forth by NAIS and NEASC.