Leading Preschool to 8th Grade dual-immersion program in the heart of Silicon Valley! Accredited by California Association of Independent School and the French Ministry of Education.
Our Lower Campus (Preschool-3rd Grade) is located in Sunnyvale.
Out Upper Campus (4th-8th Grade) is located in Santa Clara.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Yearly Tuition: $27,752
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
French American School of Silicon Valley ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Language-based
Year Founded
1992
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
Student Body
Total Students
165 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
15 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$27,752
Tuition Notes
The Tuition and Fees cover all educational and enrichment
costs, including all educational materials, domestic and international
fieldtrips, on-site assemblies and enrichment programs and activities.
Summer Program Cost
$395
Summer Program Cost Notes
$495 4 days (8:00-5:00pm)
% on Financial Aid
5%
Admissions Director
Jazmin Chandler
Application URL
Endowment Size
$50 million
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Challenge IslandChess Club
Coding ClassRunning
SpanishUltimate Frisbee
Arts and Music Programs:
Theater Classes
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Yoga
School Notes
- The French-American School of Silicon Valley`s mission is to provide students with an academically excellent bilingual and bicultural education which empowers them to succeed in both the French and American education systems and to fully realize their potential as global citizens. The core values that guide our work and reflect what we strive to foster in our students include critical thinking, academic excellence, respect, and life-long learning.Our curriculum is comprised of a unique dual-immersion program. All students from Preschool to 8th Grade receive daily French and English instruction. All subjects are taught in French and in English.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does French American School of Silicon Valley cost?
French American School of Silicon Valley's tuition is approximately $27,752 for private students and $395 for summer students.
Does French American School of Silicon Valley offer a summer program?
Yes, French American School of Silicon Valley offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for French American School of Silicon Valley?
The application deadline for French American School of Silicon Valley is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is French American School of Silicon Valley located?
French American School of Silicon Valley is located in the Sunnyvale West neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA. There are 10 other private schools located in Sunnyvale West.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to French American School of Silicon Valley is Fusion Academy Cupertino (2.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Challenger School - Sunnyvale (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Presbyterian Early Learning Center (0.3 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Presbyterian Early Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
728 W Fremont Avenue
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 245-2253
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 245-2253
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-K | 282 students
1185 Hollenbeck Avenue
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 245-7170
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 245-7170
0.4 miles
Gr: NS-8
Champion Kinder International School
Daycare / Preschool
1055 Sunnyvale Saratoga Rd
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 838-3333
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 838-3333
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 11 students
Appleseed Montessori School
Montessori School
1302 Warner Ave
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 245-7338
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 245-7338
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 93 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Delor Montessori School
Montessori School
1510 Lewiston Dr
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 773-0200
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 773-0200
0.7 miles
Gr: K | 46 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
19638 Stevens Creek Blvd., Suite 230
Cupertino, CA 95014
(877) 673-8893
Cupertino, CA 95014
(877) 673-8893
2.3 miles
Gr: 6-12 Avg. class size: 1 student Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
21050 Mcclellan Rd
Cupertino, CA 95014
(408) 865-0366
Cupertino, CA 95014
(408) 865-0366
2.5 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 491 students
562 North Britton Avenue
Sunnyvale, CA 94085
(408) 481-9900
Sunnyvale, CA 94085
(408) 481-9900
2.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 988 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 19 Tuition listed
Happy Academy
Special Program Emphasis
1019 S De Anza Blvd
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 461-5419
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 461-5419
2.9 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 21 students
St. Francis High School
(Catholic)
1885 Miramonte Ave
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 968-1213
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 968-1213
3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,745 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1185 Hollenbeck Avenue
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 245-7170
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 245-7170
0.4 miles
Gr: NS-8
1030 Astoria Dr
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 738-3060
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 738-3060
1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 241 students Tuition listed
1196 Lime Dr
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 617-8198
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 617-8198
1 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 523 students Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
Silicon Valley Academy
(Islamic)
1095 Dunford Way Ste 400 Building C
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 243-9333
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 243-9333
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 146 students
Helios New School
Special Program Emphasis
597 Central Avenue
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 475-0017
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 475-0017
1.3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 180 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Presbyterian Early Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
728 W Fremont Avenue
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 245-2253
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 245-2253
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-K | 282 students
1185 Hollenbeck Avenue
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 245-7170
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 245-7170
0.4 miles
Gr: NS-8
Champion Kinder International School
Daycare / Preschool
1055 Sunnyvale Saratoga Rd
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 838-3333
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 838-3333
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 11 students
Appleseed Montessori School
Montessori School
1302 Warner Ave
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 245-7338
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 245-7338
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 93 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Delor Montessori School
Montessori School
1510 Lewiston Dr
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 773-0200
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 773-0200
0.7 miles
Gr: K | 46 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Community Day
Alternative School
589 West Fremont Ave.
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 522-2233
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 522-2233
0.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 6 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 2:1
Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
545 East Cheyenne Dr.
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 736-2180
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 736-2180
0.3 miles
Gr: K-5 | 350 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Fremont High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
575 West Fremont Ave.
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 522-2400
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 522-2400
0.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 2,060 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Louis E. Stocklmeir Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
592 Dunholme Way
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 732-3363
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 732-3363
0.7 miles
Gr: K-5 | 840 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Cumberland Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
824 Cumberland Ave.
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 522-8255
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 522-8255
1.1 miles
Gr: K-5 | 586 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
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