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French Immersion School of Washington

Multi-accredited Bilingual School, Toddler to 5th Grade, located in Bellevue, off I-90 exit 13

An Empowering Education

Every day at FISW, we are inspiring curiosity, fostering confidence, and connecting worlds. Our holistic approach combines a structured, challenging, and rigorous curriculum with comprehensive child development, nurturing cognitive, social, and emotional growth. 

Bilingual Excellence for Every Child

At FISW, students grow in an environment that blends academic excellence with a true sense of belonging. Every child is known, supported, and empowered, while immersed in authentic French language and culture.  


Our bilingual and pluricultural educational program blends French and US standards, challenging students to think critically, act with empathy, and grow into their fullest potential


We are proud to graduate confident, bilingual, and compassionate young people who are ready to lead with empathy in a connected world. 

The FISW Difference

At FISW, academic excellence and personal well-being thrive together. Our pluricultural, close-knit community empowers every student to reach high standards, develop independence, and become open-minded citizens of the world. Here’s how we bring our mission to life:

100%

DELF

success rate

14

Students/class

in average

30+

Cultures represented

20

Enrichment classes/week

45%

Students

of color

20%

Of our students receive tuition assistance

What Our Community Says

Emily N.

"We love everything about FISW. It’s the ideal French immersion school in Washington state. From the school staff to the teachers, everyone is incredibly friendly and supportive. The school is meticulously organised, and the communication between parents and teachers is excellent. The educational quality provided by FISW is high, far surpassing that of a public school in a well-regarded district. Moreover, it aligns perfectly with the French educational system, which we are very happy about."
FISW is accredited by the French Ministry of Education
FISW is accredited by the AEFE
FISW is accredited by the Mission Laique Francaise
National Association of Independant School
WA State Accreditation 2025
Green School accreditation EFE3D-niveau2
FISW is accredited by the institution Northwest Association of Independent Schools (NWAIS)
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At French Immersion School of Washington, we foster community, creativity, and confidence.

 

Our mission is to provide students from  toddler through 5th grade with an excellent bilingual in a welcoming environment that encourages critical thinking and curiosity.

French Immersion School of Washington

4211 W Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE, Bellevue WA 98008

Phone: (425) 653-3970

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Extended Hours: 7:45am - 5:30pm

Regular School Hours: 8am - 3:30pm

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General information: info@fisw.org

Admissions questions: admissions@fisw.org

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