Introducing our new mission.
We are kicking off the school year with a revised mission statement and updated guiding principles and core values - now called “Who We Are” and “How We Create Belonging.”
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Ready for the leap to preschool? Start as early as 2½!
Looking for a play-based introduction to the structure of preschool? Designed specifically for our youngest learners, Toute Petite Section teaches how things work, playing in a group, and the concept of guided inquiry.
Immersion – so much more than learning a language
Critical thinking. Open-mindedness. Collaboration. Beyond the academic benefits, language immersion builds a foundation of lifelong skills to understand other cultures and navigate the world around us.
What is the IB, and how does it help my child?
International Baccalaureate is a worldwide network of schools, committed to creating a better and more peaceful world by developing inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring young people. FAIS is proud to be the only IB school in Portland for preschool-8th grade.
Who we are
Early Childhood
Maternelle: TPS - K
- French Immersion
- IB, Play-Based Inquiry
- TPS: Preschool for 2½-Year-Olds
- Half- and Full-Day Options (TPS - PK)
Lower School
1st-5th Grade
- French Immersion
- French Curriculum
- IB Primary Years Programme
- Native-speaking Teachers
Middle School
6th-8th Grade
- Immersion in Chinese, French, German, or Spanish
- English-Focused Track with Beginning Language
- One Curriculum, Delivered in Five Languages
- IB Middle Years Programme
Our Mission
Our Promise to Your Family
- Develop Global Citizens
- Foster Multi-Language Ability
- Shape Active Learners
- Deliver Academic Excellence
French International at-a-Glance
9:1
student : teacher ratio
Founded in 1979
most established language immersion school in Portland
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Only IB school in Portland for preschool - 8th grade
15 acres
for our students to learn on, explore, and so much more!
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