About Us
Mission Statement and Vision
The French American School of Tampa Bay offers a multicultural educational experience through French immersion from Early Childhood through grade 6, instilling in our students a constant curiosity towards foreign languages and the world’s diverse cultures. The multicultural approach at FASTB allows students to benefit from French and American education systems, combining the approaches of two different and complementary educational methods. The education is further enhanced by exposure to both cultures.
The school’s vision is centered on the fascinating relationship between music and art education and the immersion process of learning a second language. Though the national trend is to reduce these education components, we believe a rich music and art curriculum lays the foundation for strong mathematical and scientific intelligence. All grade levels will be immersed in music and art programs, including Music Theory, the Choral Program, Music & Me, and an opportunity for private Suzuki instrumental lessons.
We believe that it is through play, actions, and the search for independence that each child discovers their unique path to learning and obtains the necessary tools for development. The children are encouraged to express themselves freely in French and through various art forms, helping them boost their confidence and their knowledge. Through this commitment to language and culture, we can provide a diverse, mind-opening educational experience in an atmosphere of understanding and discovery.
History
The French American School of Tampa Bay, FASTB, founded in February 2017, offers a unique bilingual international school experience to students. After a complete building and playground renovation in the summer of 2018, FASTB opened its doors in September 2018.
Accreditations and Scholarships
FASTB is an IB World School (International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme) member of the Florida Association of IB World Schools.
The French American School of Tampa Bay (FASTB) is also accredited “homologué” by AEFE and the French Ministry of Education. FASTB offers the possibility of bilingual education in close partnership with the Mission Laïque Française (MLF), renowned for successfully managing French schools abroad (more than 55,000 students in 41 countries), the French Ministry of Education and its prestigious international network of 400 schools (AEFE / FISNA) and the Association of French Schools in North America (AFSA) which comprises 53 primary, elementary and secondary schools in the United States and Canada, all of which are accredited by the French Ministry of National Education.
The Florida Department of Education approves the school, and the Child Care and Extended Care are fully Licensed by Pinellas County License Board #52511985542.
FASTB accepts Florida scholarships to help families with tuition costs in grades K and up. Our partners, VPK, Step Up For Students, AAA Scholarships, and the Florida Department of Education, administer these scholarships.
If your child is a French national registered at the Consulate in Miami, you may qualify for tuition assistance through the Government of France. The application process for this scholarship requires filing your US tax returns early.
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IB PYPFully Approved -
Florida Association of IB World SchoolsApproved Member -
Mission Laïque FrançaisePartenaire -
Florida Department of EducationFully Approved -
French Ministry of EducationHomologué -
Agence pour l'enseignement français à l'étrangerHomologué - Etablissement Partenaire -
Association of French Schools in North AmericaActive Member -
French International Schools in North AmericaActive Member -
Pinellas County Child CareFully Licensed #52511985542 -
VPK Floridaapproved -
HomologationHomologué -
Step Up for Studentsapproved -
France Education InternationalOfficial DELF/DALF Testing Center
School Council
Le Conseil d’Ecole, or the School Council, is an important part of our school. To reflect the ideas and opinions of the entire school community, the Council is made up of the school Director, all teachers, the Inspecteur de l’Education Nationale (IEN), as well as parent representatives.
The Council’s responsibilities include voting on school rules; addressing questions related to school life; developing after school and enrichment programs; organizing sports and cultural activities; and ensuring the safety and security of the school and its members.
To submit comments, questions or concerns to the School Council, please click here.
Non-discrimination Policy:
The French American School of Tampa Bay is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a working and learning environment free from harassment and discrimination. No employee of the school, student of the school, or applicant to the school shall be discriminated against based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation (including gender identity and expression), physical or mental disability, or status as a veteran, whistleblower or any other status protected by law. We will also not tolerate any harassment or discriminatory conduct by any third party visiting our school, including parents, trustees, or vendors.
Reporting Misconduct by Instructional Personnel and Administrators: All employees and administrators must report misconduct by instructional personnel and school administrators, which affects student health, safety, or welfare. Examples of misconduct include obscene language, drug and alcohol use, disparaging comments, prejudice or bigotry, sexual innuendo, cheating or testing violations, physical aggression, and accepting or offering favors. Reports of misconduct of employees should be made to Corinne Güngör, Head of School. Reports of misconduct committed by administrators should be made to Willy LeBihan, Founder. In addition, legally sufficient allegations of misconduct by Florida-certified educators will be reported to the Office of Professional Practices Services.
Policies and procedures for reporting misconduct by instructional personnel or school administrators which affect a student’s health, safety, or welfare are posted in the staff break room. For more information, please click here: