Admissions
We’re excited to receive your application!
Admissions Process
Becoming a part of the San Diego French-American School community involves 4 key steps to ensure a smooth admission process. Here’s a brief overview:
1. Inquire, Book a Private Tour or Attend Our Open House
Discover the vibrant bilingual community at San Diego French-American School! While our Open Houses for the 2026–2027 school year have concluded, our Admissions Office would be delighted to welcome your family for a private tour. Come explore our campus and see how we inspire students to thrive in a rich, multicultural environment.
2. Application Submission
Start by filling out the online application form available on FACTS, our application portal. This includes providing personal information about your child, previous educational history, teacher recommendations if applicable, and most recent report cards.
3. Assessment and Interviews
Upon receipt and notification of your completed application, the Admissions Office will contact you to schedule a parent/guardian meeting and a student evaluation session. For children ages 18 months through 5, the assessment is a 45-minute play-based session with our Preschool Director. For those over the age of 5, the assessment encompasses a conversation, and an evaluation in reading, writing, and mathematics in English and French (if applicable).
4. Enrollment
If your child is accepted, you will receive an enrollment contract to complete. After submitting this contract and paying the necessary fees, you will be invited to several community events to give you an opportunity to meet teachers, learn about the school community, and prepare for the upcoming school year.
Admissions Timeline
26-27 Academic Year
We are currently accepting applications for the 2026-2027 academic year with priority consideration applications due on February 1, 2026.
25-26 Academic Year
We are still accepting applications and are happy to review your file on a case-by-case basis where spaces remain. Please inquire with our Admissions office for further questions.
Admissions Calendar
2026-2027 School Year - Important Dates
Admissions season for 2026–2027 begins Tuesday, October 1, 2025, when admission applications will become available.
Evaluations
Upon submission of the application, the applicants will be contacted to schedule a play-based evaluation (PK) or a language/academic skills assessment (K–8) prior to filing review and sending admission decision.
Sunday, February 1, 2026
Priority consideration applications due.
Friday, February 27, 2026
Enrollment decisions released for Toddler (18-24 months), PK0 (2-year old), PK1 (3-year old).
Thursday, March 13, 2026, after 3:30 p.m.
Enrollment decisions released for PK2 (4 year old)–Grade 8.
Thursday, March 26, 2026, by 8:00 p.m.
Enrollment contracts due.
For all admissions inquiries, kindly contact Sarah Blek in the Admissions Office at: admissions@sdfas.org or 858-456-2807 x306.
Research shows that achieving fluency in two languages results in higher IQ scores, greater academic achievement in English-language subjects such as reading and math, increased problem solving abilities, greater cognitive flexibility, increased ability to focus, and even increased resistance to dementia in old age! Deborah Pontillo, PhD, Pediatric Psychologist