State Guide

French Immersion Schools in
Florida

11 French-language schools — 6 free public programs and 5 private institutions.

11
Schools
6
Free / Public
5
Private

At a Glance

11
Schools in Florida
6 free · 5 private
$11K–$22K
Private tuition/yr
2026–27
4
Miami
most schools in one city
5
LabelFrancÉd.
French Ministry of Foreign Affairs
5
AEFE/MLF
French Ministry of Education
2
Charter schools
free · lottery-based

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About French Education in Florida

Florida's 11 French-language schools are concentrated in South Florida, with 10 in Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties covered by the Miami Area metro guide. The eleventh — The French American School of Tampa Bay (St. Petersburg) — is the only French-language school on the Gulf Coast.

The standout in the state is International Studies Charter School (ISCHS) in Miami, one of very few public US schools offering the French Baccalaureate through a direct AEFE partnership. Coral Gables adds two free public programs (G.W. Carver Middle and International Studies Preparatory Academy) forming a public middle-to-high school track.

All 11 Schools — Florida

Frequently Asked Questions

How many French immersion schools are in Florida?

Florida has 11 French immersion and dual-language schools — 6 free public or charter programs and 5 private schools.

How much does French immersion cost in Florida?

Private French school tuition in Florida runs from about $11,987 to $22,000 per year. Public and charter immersion programs are tuition-free.

Are there free public French schools in Florida?

Yes. Florida has 6 tuition-free French immersion programs in public or charter schools. Many use a lottery or an attendance zone for admission.

Are French schools in Florida accredited by the French Ministry of Education?

Florida has 5 schools accredited by the French Ministry of Education (AEFE/MLF), following the French national curriculum toward the French Baccalaureate.

What grades do French schools in Florida serve?

Grade ranges vary by school — from preschool (maternelle / pre-K) through elementary, with several continuing into middle and high school. Use the filters above to compare each school’s grade levels.

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