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French American School of Tampa Bay

United States, St Petersburg

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The school at a glance
Instructs in French, English
Fees $16,239 - 19,987
Ages 3 - 12 years
Pupil numbers 43
Type Co-educational
Opened 2017
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), Bespoke Curriculum, French Curriculum
Taught languages English, French
Typical class size 8
Strengths Languages, Performing Arts, Outdoor Education
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Kindergarten, Elementary
Introduction

French American School of Tampa Bay (FASTB) is a day school serving students ages 3 to 12. It delivers a bilingual education blending French and American approaches. The French curriculum (Les Programmes) is taught with total immersion in early childhood; the English program follows practices of American schools and harmonizes with the French curriculum to support bilingual learning. The school uses the IB Primary Years Programme to teach the French National Curriculum, with candidacy in 2021 and IB World School status achieved in 2023. FASTB is accredited by the Florida Department of Education and Mission Laïque Française and serves as a DELF/DALF testing center. Distinctive features include a dual-language pathway from La Maternelle, partnerships with AFSA, AEFE, and MLF, and exposure to cultures. Facilities include five classrooms, a library, a Tiki Hut for events, and an outdoor playground overlooking a lake; aftercare, clubs, and a bilingual summer camp complement life here.

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2100 62nd Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33702, United States

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The Essentials

French American School of Tampa Bay has 43 pupils, typical class sizes of 8, instruction in French, English.

Location
2100 62nd Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33702, United States. The school is located in St. Petersburg, Florida. It operates as a bilingual IB World School.

Stages
Early Childhood; Elementary; Middle School

Type
Private day school; IB World School offering English and French instruction

Country affiliation
France (Partner of Mission Laïque Française)
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Fees

Annual tuition at French American School of Tampa Bay ranges from USD 16,239 to USD 19,987 for 2026/27.

Application fee

- A non-refundable application fee of USD 50 is charged per application.

Enrollment deposit

- A non-refundable enrollment deposit of USD 1,000 is required upon acceptance of the enrollment contract; this deposit is applied in full toward the annual tuition.

Tuition fees (annual amounts by program / year group)

- EC2 (Toute Petite Section) — Full Days (8:30–3:00):
- 2 days/week (Tues & Thurs): USD 9,240 per year.
- 3 days/week (Mon/Wed/Fri): USD 12,705 per year.
- 5 days/week (Mon–Fri): USD 16,748 per year.

- EC2 (Toute Petite Section) — Mornings Only (8:30–11:30):
- 2 days/week (Tues & Thurs): USD 6,930 per year.
- 3 days/week (Mon/Wed/Fri): USD 10,395 per year.
- 5 days/week (Mon–Fri): USD 14,438 per year.

- EC3 (Petite Section):
- 2 days/week (Tues & Thurs): USD 8,743 per year.
- 3 days/week (Mon/Wed/Fri): USD 12,491 per year.

- 5‑Day Early Childhood Program (Petite/Moyenne Section, 8:30–3:00): USD 16,239 per year.

- 5‑Day Kindergarten (Grande Section, 8:30–3:00): USD 18,113 per year.

- Elementary Grades 1–6 (CP–6ième, Mon–Fri 8:30–3:00): USD 19,987 per year.

Illustrative payment breakdowns (payment-plan examples)

- Payment schedules: tuition may be paid in full or by an approved payment plan; payment periods are scheduled from June through March.

- Plan A — Full Payment (due by June 1): a 2% discount is applied to the full annual tuition. Example discounted totals (annual × 0.98):
- EC2 full-day 2 days: USD 9,055.20.
- EC2 full-day 3 days: USD 12,450.90.
- EC2 full-day 5 days: USD 16,413.04.
- EC2 mornings 2 days: USD 6,791.40.
- EC2 mornings 3 days: USD 10,187.10.
- EC2 mornings 5 days: USD 14,149.24.
- EC3 2 days: USD 8,568.14.
- EC3 3 days: USD 12,241.18.
- 5‑Day Early Childhood: USD 15,914.22.
- Kindergarten 5‑Day: USD 17,749.74.
- Elementary 1–6: USD 19,587.26.

- Plan B — Semi‑annual (60% due June 1; 40% due December 1): administrative fee USD 250 per family applies. Example semi-annual installments (60% / 40%):
- EC2 full-day 2 days: USD 5,544.00 (June) / USD 3,696.00 (Dec).
- EC2 full-day 3 days: USD 7,623.00 / USD 5,082.00.
- EC2 full-day 5 days: USD 10,048.80 / USD 6,699.20.
- EC2 mornings 2 days: USD 4,158.00 / USD 2,772.00.
- EC2 mornings 3 days: USD 6,237.00 / USD 4,158.00.
- EC2 mornings 5 days: USD 8,662.80 / USD 5,775.20.
- EC3 2 days: USD 5,245.80 / USD 3,497.20.
- EC3 3 days: USD 7,494.60 / USD 4,996.40.
- 5‑Day Early Childhood: USD 9,743.40 / USD 6,495.60.
- Kindergarten 5‑Day: USD 10,867.80 / USD 7,245.20.
- Elementary 1–6: USD 11,992.20 / USD 7,994.80.

- Plan C — Monthly Installments (payments spread over 10 months, June through March): administrative fee USD 550 applies. Example monthly amounts (annual ÷ 10):
- EC2 full-day 2 days: USD 924.00 per month.
- EC2 full-day 3 days: USD 1,270.50 per month.
- EC2 full-day 5 days: USD 1,674.80 per month.
- EC2 mornings 2 days: USD 693.00 per month.
- EC2 mornings 3 days: USD 1,039.50 per month.
- EC2 mornings 5 days: USD 1,443.80 per month.
- EC3 2 days: USD 874.30 per month.
- EC3 3 days: USD 1,249.10 per month.
- 5‑Day Early Childhood: USD 1,623.90 per month.
- Kindergarten 5‑Day: USD 1,811.30 per month.
- Elementary 1–6: USD 1,998.70 per month.

Student / ancillary fees

- Annual student fee: USD 650 per student (covers field trips, Music & Me/Music Together program, enrichment activities, special events, facilities, books/classroom materials, and technology).

- Extended Day / Aftercare: available from 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.; fees for Extended Day and after‑school clubs are charged in addition to tuition (specific rates for aftercare are set separately).

- Private Suzuki instrumental lessons: available on-site; lesson fees are paid directly to the instructor.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Billing period: standard payment schedules run June through March.

- Deadlines and plan terms:
- Full payment due by June 1 (2% discount applied).
- Semi‑annual: 60% due June 1, 40% due December 1 (USD 250 administrative fee).
- Monthly: payments spread over 10 months (June–March) (USD 550 administrative fee).

- Mid‑year enrollment: tuition is prorated by dividing the annual tuition by 10 (months) and charging the number of months the student will attend; any month in which attendance begins is counted in full. Prorated amounts must be paid in full by March 1; the full‑pay discount does not apply to prorated tuition.

Refund information

- The enrollment deposit (USD 1,000) is non‑refundable. No additional refund or withdrawal schedule is specified in the published tuition and payment information.

Boarding / residential provision

- Boarding is not applicable. The school operates as a day school and provides aftercare/extended‑day services rather than residential boarding.

Fee payment options and merchant details

- Tuition billing and payment administration are handled through FACTS Tuition Management Services. Families enroll in FACTS to select and manage payment plans.

- FACTS supports multiple payment methods (automatic bank drafts/ACH and credit/debit card payments; schools commonly note convenience fees for credit card transactions). Specific accepted payment methods and any card convenience fees are applied by FACTS as part of the payment agreement.

Other notes on charges

- Administrative fees tied to payment plans: USD 250 for semi‑annual plan (Plan B); USD 550 for monthly installment plan (Plan C). These administrative fees are charged in addition to the annual tuition.

- Incidental charges (special activities, extended care, private lessons) are billed separately from tuition and vary by service; private lesson fees are paid directly to the instructor.

(End of fees overview)
Academics

French American School of Tampa Bay teaches IB (PYP), Bespoke Curriculum, French Curriculum for students aged 3 to 12.

Curriculum
Follows Les Programmes of the French Ministry of Education. The French curriculum is taught in Cycle 1 (EC3, EC4, and K) with total French immersion to build a strong language base. The English curriculum is developed following best practices of American independent schools and harmonizes with the French curriculum to provide a bilingual learning experience. The IB Primary Years Programme is used at FASTB to teach the French National Curriculum, with candidacy starting in 2021 and IB World School status achieved in 2023. FASTB is accredited by the Florida Department of Education and by Mission Laïque Française and is an official DELF and DALF testing center.

Higher Education Progression
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Admissions

Admissions
Enrollment is open to any child aged three and up, with priority given first to re-enrolling children, then to siblings of enrolled children, and then to the waiting list. Families are encouraged to apply online by creating an account to begin the New Student Application; after verification, log in to create the application. A non-refundable $50 application fee is required. You can track the admissions status online, print the completed application, and reprint forms as needed. To request more information or schedule a visit, contact the Admissions Office at (727) 800-2159.

Scholarships
Florida scholarships accepted include Florida Tax Credit, Family Empowerment, McKay, Gardiner, and Hope. The school partners with Step Up For Students, AAA Scholarships, and the Florida Department of Education to administer these scholarships for students in grades K and up. French nationals registered at the Consulate in Miami may qualify for scholarships from the Government of France; deadlines commonly include late February and require US tax returns. Direct scholarship support includes limited supplemental awards of up to $700 per student via FACTS. Decisions about financial aid are communicated by March 31 for the upcoming academic year; late applications are considered case-by-case.

Waitlist
Enrollment uses a waiting list with priority order: re-enrolling children first, then siblings of enrolled children, and then those on the waiting list.
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