Avenues New York vs French-American School of New York - Harbor Campus

	A Avenues New York New York, United States	F French-American School of New York - Harbor Campus New York, United States
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year $15,725 - 75,300	Fees / year $39,660 - 46,825
Age range	Age range 1 - 18 years	Age range 15 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP), American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, French Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Mandarin, Spanish	Instruction language English, French
Opened	Opened 2012	Opened 1980
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The New York campus is located at 259 10th Avenue and 536 W 26th Street in the West Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan. The campus is adjacent to the High Line Park and a short walk from Hudson Yards. By public transport, it is accessible via the subway (C, E, 1, or Path to 23rd Street) and by bus on the M23-SBS and M11 routes.	Location Three campuses are located in Westchester County, New York: Manor Campus in Larchmont (Nursery–Grade 3) at 111 Larchmont Avenue; Village Campus in Mamaroneck (Grades 4–8) at 145 New Street; Harbor Campus in Mamaroneck (Grades 9–12) at 320 East Boston Post Road. It is a private international day school and bilingual.
Stages	Stages Small World (ELC) – Nursery through Kindergarten; Lower Division (Grades 1–5); Middle Grades (Grades 6–8); Upper Grades (Grades 9–12)	Stages Nursery through Grade 12 (N-12); Manor Campus (Nursery–Grade 3); Village Campus (Grades 4–8); Harbor Campus (Grades 9–12).
School type	School type Independent school	School type Private international day school; bilingual.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Learning specialists provide strategies to support learning needs. The Acceleration Center offers small-group or targeted instruction in math, Chinese, English or Spanish for Lower Division students, with teaching by Avenues faculty and outside providers.	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation United States	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure Nursery through Kindergarten day runs 8:15 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. with a schedule including arrival, Morning Meeting, snack, specials, Literacy and Math blocks, a World Course, lunch, rest, outdoor time, and Closing Circle.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details Selby Busing (Nursery–12th Grade) is a private bus service provided at an additional cost. Office of Pupil Transportation (OPT) Busing (Kindergarten–6th Grade) is provided to all eligible students; bus stops are typically within 0.25 miles of home. M23-SBS and M11 bus routes also serve nearby stops for access to the campus.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fees - One-time general application fee for Avenues New York: USD 175. - Financial-aid application fee charged through the school's Clarity platform: USD 65 (covers Clarity applications). Tuition fees (annual) — 2026–27 academic year - Nursery–Grade 12 (annual, comprehensive): USD 75,300. This annual tuition is comprehensive and explicitly includes books and materials, lunch and snacks, athletic uniforms, all field trips, transport to/from activities, and educational technology (e.g., iPads and MacBooks). - Small World (toddlers) — annual rates by schedule: - Small World 1s (one-year-olds): 2 days — USD 15,725; 3 days — USD 20,525. - Small World 2s (two-year-olds): 2 days, half day — USD 23,550; 3 days, half day — USD 31,250; 5 days, half day — USD 45,100; 5 days, full day — USD 75,300. - Small World tuition is described as comprehensive for the listed schedules and includes materials, snacks, and field trips. Per-term detail - The school publishes annual tuition amounts as shown above. A published per-term breakdown (for example, by semester or term) is not provided in the publicly posted tuition materials accessed. Parents should note the annual amounts above when calculating per-term values for budgeting. Billing schedule and payment terms - Admissions rounds and parent reply deadlines are published for the admissions process (First Choice Round and Regular Notification) and include specific parent reply dates by division; these dates are used for confirming enrollment offers. Examples of reply deadlines: ELC (Small World–Pre-K) reply deadline March 3; Kindergarten reply deadline February 10; Grades 1–8 reply deadline February 24; Grades 9–12 reply deadline March 6. These admissions reply deadlines are published as part of the admissions calendar. - A detailed public billing schedule (e.g., invoice dates, required enrollment deposit amounts, installment dates, late payment penalties) is not published in the tuition and admissions materials that were available. The school's tuition page describes what the annual tuition includes but does not show a standard term or installment billing schedule in the publicly posted materials. Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable to Avenues New York; the New York campus is a day school (no boarding program listed). Other costs or fees - The annual tuition is described as comprehensive and includes many routine costs (books, materials, lunch/snacks, athletic uniforms, field trips, activity transport, educational technology). Optional supplementary program fees may be charged for: personal purchases at the school store or café, after-school enrichment programs, summer camp, international programs (study abroad), and transportation to/from school if offered as an optional service. These items are described as optional extras outside the comprehensive tuition. - Uniform requirement: Avenues New York lists a uniform/dress code requirement; athletic uniforms are explicitly included in the comprehensive tuition. Any additional uniform items beyond standard issued athletic uniforms or optional branded items available at the school store may be an extra cost. Refund information (withdrawals / refunds) - No publicly posted, detailed refund or tuition-withdrawal policy (for example, prorated refunds, deadlines for refundable deposits, or conditions under which tuition is refunded) was found in the tuition and admissions materials accessed. Specific refund or withdrawal terms are not published in the public tuition pages reviewed. Fee payment options (methods) - The publicly available tuition and admissions pages reviewed do not list a comprehensive set of accepted payment methods (for example, specifying credit card, bank transfer/wire, ACH, check, or online payment portals) for tuition or enrollment deposits. The application and financial-aid platforms referenced (OpenApply for admissions listings and Clarity for financial-aid applications) use their standard payment workflows for application processing, but a specific, publicly posted list of accepted tuition payment methods and transactional instructions was not provided in the materials accessed. Summary of items not publicly specified in the materials accessed - Per-term invoicing amounts and an official billing-installment schedule (how the annual tuition may be divided into terms or installments) are not published in the school's publicly posted tuition or admissions material accessed. - Specific enrollment-acceptance deposit amounts (if any), the timing and refundability of deposits, explicit tuition refund/proration rules on withdrawal, and an explicit list of accepted tuition payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, check, etc.) are not published in the tuition and admissions pages reviewed. (For reference: annual tuition figures and Small World schedules above are the school's published 2026–27 tuition listings; application-fee and financial-aid application-fee amounts are published in the admissions/third-party application listings and the Clarity guidance document cited.)	Fee details Tuition (annual) — 2026/2027 academic year - Nursery (Petite Section): USD 39,660. - PreK (Moyenne Section): USD 39,660. - Kindergarten (Grande Section): USD 39,660. - Grade 1 (CP): USD 42,030. - Grade 2 (CE1): USD 42,030. - Grade 3 (CE2): USD 42,030. - Grade 4 (CM1): USD 42,030. - Grade 5 (CM2): USD 42,030. - Grade 6 (6ème): USD 42,030. - Grade 7 (5ème): USD 42,030. - Grade 8 (4ème): USD 42,030. - Grade 9 (3ème / 9th): USD 46,825. - Grade 10 (2nde / 10th): USD 46,825. - Grade 11 (1ère / 11th): USD 46,825. - Grade 12 (Terminale / 12th): USD 46,825. Per-term / installment equivalents (illustrative) - Annual tuition amounts above are stated per school year. The school offers multiple payment plans; shown below are straightforward per-payment equivalents for the stated annual tuition (rounded to the dollar): - Two-payment plan: each payment = 50% of the annual tuition (e.g., Nursery: USD 39,660 -> two payments of USD 19,830). - Ten-month plan: monthly installment = annual tuition ÷ 10 (e.g., Nursery: USD 39,660 -> USD 3,966 per month before any deposit or deductions). The Ten-Month plan carries an administrative fee of USD 45 per student. - Single-payment plan: full balance due by the single-payment deadline (see Billing schedule below). Application / registration / enrollment fees - The school charges an initial registration / advanced tuition deposit commonly described in published admissions material as USD 4,000 per student (first registration / advanced tuition deposit). This deposit is an upfront commitment applied toward tuition at enrollment. Billing schedule and payment terms - Balance calculation: the balance due is the total tuition less any enrollment deposit and less any financial aid or other approved deductions. - Payment-plan options and deadlines (standard structure): - Single-Payment Plan: balance (less the enrollment deposit) due in Smart Tuition on or before June 1 (single payment). - Two-Payment Plan: balance (less the enrollment deposit) split 50/50; payment #1 is due directly to the school on or before June 1 and payment #2 in Smart Tuition on or before November 1. - Ten-Month Payment Plan: the balance (less the enrollment deposit) is paid in ten equal monthly installments, billed in Smart Tuition on or before the 1st of each month beginning in April through January. The Ten-Month plan is assessed a USD 45 annual administrative fee per student. Payments on Smart Tuition are automatically debited on the 1st or 15th of each month according to your enrollment schedule. - Timing for new enrollments: if enrollment is completed before specific calendar cutoff dates the initial payments due will follow the schedule posted by the school (early-April start for ten-month plans, and staged due dates for enrollments received in subsequent months). Any enrollment received after the school's posted cutoff for the year may require approval. Payment methods and billing platform - Billing platform: tuition and installment plans are processed through Smart Tuition. Payments are set up via the school's enrollment portal / resources. - Accepted payment methods (school-stated): wire transfer and check; Smart Tuition payments are automatically debited on scheduled dates. Contact the school business office for bank details for wire transfers and check-payee instructions. Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable. The French-American School of New York is an N–12 day school; it does not offer boarding and therefore no boarding fees apply. Other fees and typical additional costs - Ten-Month administrative fee: USD 45 per student (assessed for the ten-month payment plan). - Tuition Refund Plan premium: the school participates with a Tuition Refund Plan; coverage details and claim rules (medical and non-medical withdrawal benefit percentages and effective periods) are published in the school's Tuition Refund Plan brochure. The plan's brochure specifies benefit levels (for example: medical withdrawal benefit typically pays 75% of unused insured fees under qualifying conditions; non-medical withdrawals and dismissals have specified coverage percentages and waiting-period rules). Premium cost is calculated for each family and is detailed in enrollment materials; premium payment is due within ten days after the first class day when the plan is purchased for the year. - Registration / re-registration fees and enrollment deposits: the school's published materials show a one-time first-registration / advanced tuition deposit (USD 4,000 is commonly stated in published school profiles) that is credited toward the student's tuition. See the school's admissions/enrollment materials for the contract terms for that deposit. - Optional/occurrence-based charges that families should plan for (itemized amounts vary by student and program): - Course- or grade-specific charges (lab fees, materials, IB exam fees, external exam fees where applicable). - Lunch / cafeteria charges and optional meal plans. - After‑school programs, extended-day care, or enrichment clubs. - Transportation (school bus or contracted routes) where available. - School spirit apparel / branded merchandise available through the school's online shop. The school maintains a branded apparel shop for purchases of spirit wear. Refund information - Tuition obligation: your enrollment contract establishes a family's obligation for the full annual tuition for the academic year. The school's policy is that the school cannot unilaterally cancel the full tuition obligation; families are offered an insurance-based Tuition Refund Plan to protect against unforeseen withdrawal or dismissal. The Tuition Refund Plan brochure explains covered reasons, the applicable benefit percentages (for example, medical withdrawals and certain dismissals/conditions have specified payout percentages of unused insured fees), waiting-period rules, and claim procedures. Premiums and written notification deadlines for the Tuition Refund Plan are set out in the enrollment materials (notification/enrollment in the plan must be made by the stated deadline; premium payment terms are in the brochure). Notes on billing contacts and plan administration - Business/plan administrator contact: the school lists a plan administrator for tuition questions; for payment-plan and billing administration families should contact the school business office and the school's designated Smart Tuition contact as shown in admissions materials. For financial aid administration and questions, the school lists a named contact in Admissions/Financial Aid. Summary — headline items for a parent - Annual tuition (2026/2027) is published per grade (listed above). - The school requires an enrollment/advanced tuition deposit (commonly USD 4,000 per student in published admissions materials) applied to tuition at enrollment. - Payment options: single payment (due June 1), two payments (50/50: June 1 and Nov 1), or ten monthly installments (April–January) with a USD 45 administration fee for the ten-month plan. Smart Tuition handles installment billing and automatic debits; wire transfers and checks are accepted for payments to the school. - The school is a day school (no boarding fees). - The school offers a Tuition Refund Plan that specifies coverage percentages and claim procedures; the plan brochure defines refund/insurance mechanics and premium timing. Premium cost is shown in enrollment materials and is payable as described in the Tuition Refund Plan brochure. If you will place these fields into an external database, use the annual tuition figures above for each grade and record the available payment-plan structures and the listed additional fees (USD 45 ten-month admin fee; USD 4,000 initial registration/advanced tuition deposit as published).
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements The school is a day school, not a boarding school.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options Lunch and snacks are included in tuition for Nursery–12. Meals are provided during the school day.	Food options Village Campus has a cafeteria. The Village Campus cafeteria hosts events such as a Thanksgiving Soup Kitchen.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Independent school located in Chelsea, Manhattan. It is accredited by the NEASC.	Governance and ownership The FASNY Board of Trustees is composed of 18 volunteer members. The Board determines the school's Mission, Vision, and Strategy and ensures the long-term stability and financial health of the school, working with the Head of School who manages daily operations. The Board is bound by By-Laws and follows best practices established by NYSAIS/NAIS and the Board of Regents of the NY State Education Department.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details World Elements framework guides the curriculum, integrating rigorous academics with real-world experiences. Lower Division (Grades 1–5) offers a transformative academic program in two languages. Middle Division (Grades 6–8) fosters innovative thinkers with an increasing sense of ownership for their learning. Upper Division (Grades 9–12) develops architects of lives that transcend the ordinary through rigorous and joyful learning experiences. Language immersion runs from 12-month-olds through 5th grade in Mandarin or Spanish.	Curriculum details FASNY is a bilingual, bicultural N-12 day school with three campuses in Mamaroneck and Larchmont, NY, educating over 700 students. It offers two programs: the French-American Program and the International Program, which begins in Grade 1. The school is accredited to offer both the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma and the French baccalaureate, and all graduates earn a New York State high school diploma. In preschool, the program is French immersion starting at age 3, with Nursery 80% French and 20% English and PreK–Kindergarten 70% French and 30% English; the curriculum centers on six core areas: language acquisition, mathematical concepts, science exploration, social studies, arts and sports, and social-emotional skills, with curriculum interconnected across themes and languages. English as a Second Language and French as a Second Language instruction are available throughout the curriculum to support entry at various grades. In High School, the International and IB programs are taught in English and offered as an option alongside the French-American program.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Graduates are studying at colleges and universities around the world, including the University of Chicago, Harvard, New York University, the University of Pennsylvania and Stanford.	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The Early Learning Center is bilingual, with instruction split 50% English and 50% in a target language (Spanish or Mandarin). Fostering social-emotional wellbeing is a core part of the program. Dedicated teachers provide personalized support to young learners to help them master everyday tasks and build confidence. The program emphasizes self-help skills, self-regulation and independence. Literacy and math are taught in both languages, and World Course is integrated across grades. Wellness and Movement (WAM) supports social-emotional growth and healthy development as part of the curriculum.	Social & emotional learning Well-being is the foundation of learning at FASNY from Preschool through High School. In the bilingual Preschool, a team of French and English-speaking educators ensures every child feels secure and supported. A dedicated Well-Being team—nurse, counselors, a librarian, and a speech therapist—creates a caring atmosphere that supports social, emotional, and academic growth. Lower School maintains bilingual instruction with routines, outdoor play, and collaborative teaching that builds confidence, independence, and belonging. In Middle School, a network of educators and wellness professionals guides students through adolescence with life- and study-skills classes that support academic success and personal growth. By High School, students take ownership of learning and leadership, with the Well-Being team fostering social-emotional development alongside student-led clubs, athletics, and service opportunities.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school provides structured student support through the Deans and the Student Success Team. Deans are full-time mentors whose primary responsibility is the social-emotional wellbeing and academic success of students. The Student Success Team comprises counselors, psychologists and learning experts who work with faculty to provide appropriate challenge and support. These teams collaborate with faculty to ensure students are supported and appropriately challenged. Wellness and Movement (WAM) supports student well-being across grades.	Special educational needs (SEN) Learning Support is provided with differentiated teaching to address the needs of each child. Extra help is built into students' schedules, varying by age group. Directed Studies offers after-school structures, including tutoring, homework help, and supervised study, though these structures are currently not available because of the covid pandemic. Language Support in English uses a three-tiered approach to move students from beginner level to native-like fluency while benefiting from the American curriculum. In French, Lower School uses push-in and pull-out models to tailor language instruction, and a French speech therapist provides personalized support; in Middle and High School, extra help in French is available at every grade level. The School Support Team includes professionals such as a Speech Therapist and Counselors who coordinate these services.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The language immersion program runs from nursery through 5th grade, with half the time in English and half in the target language (Spanish or Mandarin Chinese). Nursery through kindergarten learn in both English and their target language. In the middle grades, students take either Spanish or Mandarin in sections based on proficiency. The Avenues Language Scale places students according to proficiency levels from Novice Low to Advanced, and courses are aligned to these levels. Our English program is designed to help students become skilled readers and writers. Literacy and World Course are taught in both languages in the early years.	English as an additional language English as an Additional Language is supported through a three-tiered program that moves students from beginner to native-like fluency while engaging with the American curriculum. Students who are not fluent in English are taught the American curriculum in smaller groups, with emphasis on language acquisition. English language support emphasizes language development in tandem with content learning.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Wellness and Movement (WAM) is a signature health and physical education program spanning K–12, rooted in positive psychology and dynamic play. WAM provides knowledge, skills and values to live healthy, active, and meaningful lives. In Wellness classes, students explore personal identity and social responsibility, and deepen their understanding of healthy decision-making around relationships, sexual health, substances, sleep, and nutrition. The Deans are full-time mentors whose primary responsibility is the social-emotional well-being and academic success of their students, working with a Student Success Team (counselors, psychologists and learning experts) to support students. The Early Learning Center prioritizes social-emotional wellbeing and independence through guided approaches.	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is foundational to learning at FASNY, with a Well-Being team supporting students from preschool through high school. The team includes a nurse, school counselors, a librarian, and a speech therapist who collaborate with teachers to address psycho-social needs. Counselors implement SEL programs, facilitate circle time, teach social skills, and provide a space for students and families to talk. In Middle School and High School, life- and study-skills classes help students develop time management, self-awareness, and communication. On campus, resources and collaboration with families promote a safe, supportive environment that fosters personal growth.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Avenues New York maintains a comprehensive safety plan for campus operations. The plan uses classroom cohorts (pods) and reduced density to limit student mixing, with emphasis on proper hand hygiene, enhanced ventilation and cleaning protocols, and health monitoring through technology. A privacy policy protects student and family data. COVID-19 testing before the first day of school has been part of safety guidance. Safety measures apply to all staff and students across the campus.	Safeguarding When concerns arise about a student's academic or psycho-social performance, the well-being team meets to discuss concerns. The team includes the leader of learning, the counselor, the dean of students, the head of school, and others directly involved with the child; for Elementary, the format is simpler with teachers, counselors, administrators, and parents. The team develops an action plan with strategies to support the student academically and psycho-socially, shares the plan with parents, and may involve the school psychologist and the speech therapist. If further academic or psycho-social evaluation or therapy is necessary, a referral to outside resources will be made. In collaboration with families, division heads, teachers, and the well-being team, FASNY offers on-campus services to enrich the learning environment.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The school is located in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan, New York. Avenues New York operates a toddler–grade 12 independent campus with the Early Learning Center (toddler through kindergarten) housed in a state-of-the-art facility designed for two-language immersion and learning through play. The ELC features a fully landscaped outdoor playground, a multipurpose movement room, a patio for growing plants, and a teaching kitchen. English-speaking classrooms are connected to target-language classrooms to support Mandarin or Spanish immersion, with language immersion extending from 12 months to 5th grade. The campus is organized into Lower Division (Grades 1–5), Middle Division (Grades 6–8), and Upper Division (Grades 9–12), and the campuses are interconnected and interdependent.	Facilities overview The school operates on three campuses in Mamaroneck and Larchmont, New York. The Manor Campus serves grades N-3 at 111 Larchmont Avenue, the Village Campus serves grades 4-8 at 145 New Street, and the Harbor Campus serves grades 9-12 at 320 E Boston Post Rd. The school educates more than 700 students and offers both the International Baccalaureate diploma and the French baccalaureate; all graduates also receive a New York State high school diploma. The campuses enable a single N-12 bilingual experience across three locations.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities On-campus facilities include a Regulation Size Gymnasium, a Fitness Center, a Dance and Yoga Studio, an Aviator Weight Room, and Locker Rooms. Wellness and Movement (WAM) provides a movement-based health and physical education program for nursery through 10th grade, featuring activities such as gymnastics, soccer, baseball, basketball, European team handball, floor hockey, volleyball, badminton, tennis, track and field, golf, ice skating, and strength and conditioning. The Athletics program offers opportunities to participate in a wide range of team sports and competitions, guided by core values; there are 37 athletic teams overall with 17 at the varsity level, and about 55% of upper-grade students participate on at least one team. Seasonal offerings include cross country, soccer, basketball, fencing, tennis, volleyball, lacrosse, golf, and more, with leagues such as AIPSL, ACIS, ISAL, ISFL, IVY and MMSTFA. There are on-campus clinics and intramurals, including Saturday clinics and spring intramurals.	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Avenues is an Apple Distinguished School with a technology-rich environment that supports collaboration across campuses. The libraries hold 63,587 books, and the community uses 7,586 computers and iPads for learning. The World Elements curriculum provides a global framework for learning across grades, and technology and library media specialists support interdisciplinary inquiry. The school's facilities include a newly developed Early Learning Center with multilingual spaces—English-speaking classrooms connected to target-language classrooms to support language immersion and the dual-language pedagogy. The ELC and main campus emphasize a combination of language immersion, literacy and world studies across grade levels.	Academic facilities Science is taught in state-of-the-art laboratories where hands-on experiments and laboratory work are integrated into the curriculum. Labs support manipulation, experiments, and the use of software or 3D visualization to enhance scientific reasoning. Coding and robotics are integrated from kindergarten through 12th grade, with Osmo, BeeBots, and Dash & Dot used in early years. Lego League Robotics and Hour of Code events are available to students and the community, and the curriculum blends American, French, and international STEM approaches across middle and high school. Students participate in Science Fairs, Green Week, and the Fresque du Climat activities as part of the STEM ecosystem.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Avenues offers after-school programming starting in Nursery, with Stay and Play available until 5:15 p.m. for younger students and a wide range of specialty classes (e.g., chess, robotics, dance, cooking) for Small World–K. Middle and upper grades have a broad array of clubs and athletics. There are 136 student clubs across the campuses, and the athletics program supports 37 teams, including many sports across seasons; Dance Now Avenues is part of the performing arts opportunities. Students can participate in a variety of activities beyond the classroom, including organized sports, clubs and team-based competitions.	Extra curricular facilities Flagship projects invite students to join clubs across many disciplines including art, science, mathematics, robotics, IT, business, environment, architecture, sports, philosophy, language, journalism, and literature. Clubs are supported by the School and parents, helping students develop autonomy, initiative, and teamwork. Students develop these abilities through projects, study trips, and tutoring. Community-facing activities include philanthropy and solidarity projects as integral parts of schooling.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Avenues New York is an independent toddler–12th grade school located in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan. Since opening in 2012, it has grown to more than 1,900 students. The school is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). Language immersion is offered for ages from 12 months through 5th grade in Mandarin or Spanish, building fluency in a world language. The World Elements framework guides the curriculum, blending rigorous academics with real-world experiences, and graduates pursue higher education at universities worldwide, including Harvard, New York University, the University of Pennsylvania, Stanford, and the University of Chicago.	History Founded in 1980 by Katrine Watkins and Sylvette Maschino, two teachers from the Lycée Français de New York, the French-American School of New York was created to be a truly bilingual school. It began in one room with 17 nursery and pre-kindergarten students at 111 Larchmont Avenue in Larchmont and quickly grew to occupy the building. A second campus opened in the early 1990s on East Boston Post Road and, in 1995, moved to 145 New Street in Mamaroneck to serve preschool and high school (then up to grade 10). Brigitte Sajous became co-head with Watkins in 1996, and Bob Leonhardt was appointed sole head in 2002; a third campus opened in Scarsdale in 2005 for preschool, and the high school expanded to grades 11-12 in 2007 with the French baccalaureate, later adding the International Baccalaureate in 2015. In 2020, FASNY launched the International Program (about 70% English, 30% French); in 2024, AEFE rankings placed FASNY among the top French schools abroad worldwide.
Community	Community The Avenues New York community hosts virtual and in-person events for families, including virtual Parent Introductory Events for all grades and Spring Tours for the Upper Division. A language immersion program allows students from 12 months through 5th grade to study in Mandarin or Spanish, building fluency in a world language. The World Elements framework guides the curriculum, integrating rigorous academics with real-world experiences. Upcoming events listed on the calendar demonstrate ongoing opportunities for parent and student engagement.	Community Community at FASNY centers on a welcoming network of students, families, and faculty. The school builds community by hosting events throughout the year for students, parents, and staff, from casual morning coffees to signature celebrations such as the Spring Gala, Dîner en Blanc, Kermesse, and Newcomers Cocktails. The Community Service program coordinates initiatives like the Thanksgiving Soup Kitchen, Food Collection, Snack Bags, and Sai Schools in Sudan, encouraging student involvement. Each year, students who complete 100 or more hours are eligible for the Presidential Volunteer Service Award.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association The FASNY PTA is a vibrant, welcoming community of parents and faculty dedicated to supporting students, connecting families, and enriching school life. It welcomes new families through a buddy system, offering resources and opportunities to connect with others. It builds community by organizing events for students, parents, and faculty, including the Spring Gala, Dîner en Blanc, Kermesse, Newcomers Cocktails, and more. It promotes engagement through volunteer opportunities and social gatherings that help families feel part of school life from day one. It coordinates communication between parents and school leadership, including class-parent delegates, and fundraising supports student-centered programs and initiatives; the 2025-2026 PTA Board includes Co-Presidents, Treasurer, Secretary, Communications, High School Reps, Middle School Reps, and Coordinators for Pre/K–Lower School.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual HIP (High-Intensity Practice) develops cognitive flexibility and advanced problem-solving across math, writing and coding. The Avenues Institute for Advanced Mathematics (AIAM) provides an advanced mathematics pathway with courses such as Advanced Multivariable Calculus and Data Science. The Mastery Learning System supports personalized progress through advanced electives in math and related disciplines. J-Term is an annual leadership‑oriented program where students can partner with local organizations or pursue specialized studies in arts, math or entrepreneurship, and Global Journeys take upper‑division students on study‑abroad experiences to deepen academic inquiry and broaden global perspectives.	Academic & intellectual FASNY offers two programs: the French-American Program and the International Program, and all students graduate with a New York State high school diploma. The school is accredited to offer both the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma and the French baccalaureate. Learner profiles invite students to engage in flagship projects and to join clubs across disciplines, including art, science, mathematics, robotics, IT, business, environment, architecture, sports, philosophy, language, journalism, and literature, with study trips and tutoring integrated into schooling. Middle and High School students participate in traditional teacher-led clubs such as Model UN, Yearbook, Chemistry Club, Robotics, and more, alongside student-initiated clubs.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The arts are central to student life at Avenues New York, with programs in visual art, music and drama across divisions. Lower Division offers painting, drawing, collage, ceramics, construction and printmaking; music includes choral singing, percussion, recorders, xylophones, Glockenspiels and instrumental music. Middle Grades offer art, drawing labs and a range of electives such as storytelling, Playmaking/Architecture, fiber arts and art history. Upper Grades offer electives including Introduction to Creative Process: Art, Visual and Digital Arts Workshop, Orchestra/Band, Vocal Workshop, Musical Theater, Film Arts, Senior Studio in Art, plus more than 10 arts‑focused student clubs.	Arts & creative Arts programs at FASNY span Visual Arts, Music, and Performing Arts. The Visual Arts program guides students from Nursery through High School, advancing from foundational skills to advanced techniques and culminates in annual art shows. The Music program begins in bilingual classes, with weekly Lower School music, the recorder, and the Lower School Chorus, plus annual musicals such as The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, and Willy Wonka Jr, with older students exploring music theory and participating in ensembles like the FASNY Rock Band. Performing Arts builds a comprehensive theatrical education from Preschool through High School, including Shakespeare and Molière studies, stage performances, and behind-the-scenes work.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language From Small World through 5th grade, language immersion provides 50% of time in English and 50% in Mandarin Chinese or Spanish; the program is language immersion rather than language teaching. World Elements frames language and culture learning across divisions. Upper Grades offer Mandarin Chinese and Spanish language tracks with year‑long courses from beginner to advanced levels. Campus exchanges with peers in São Paulo and Shenzhen and Global Journeys study abroad experiences (e.g., Taiwan, Greece, Costa Rica) deepen cultural understanding.	Cultural & language FASNY offers a Language Institute with Arabic and French at multiple levels, accessible in-person or online for students and adults. Arabic is offered for Young Learners (PreK–6th), Beginner Arabic (4th–5th), Intermediate Arabic (5th–10th), and Advanced Arabic (10th–12th). French is offered at Beginner and Intermediate levels (I and II), with options for adults. The Language Institute emphasizes bilingual learning and practical language exposure across languages.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Avenues Explorers is the after‑school program with activities ranging from chess to dance to coding. Stay & Play provides extended care for nursery through 5th grade. Upper Grades have 80+ clubs and affinity groups, including Debate, Model UN, Film Club, Food and Hunger Advocacy, International Student Council and more.	Social & hobbies Student-led clubs are a hallmark of FASNY's Middle and High School, with traditional teacher-led clubs such as Model UN, Yearbook, Chemistry Club, and Robotics. Examples of student clubs include Cinema Club, Investment Club, Debate, Social Justice/Diversity Club, Photography, Sewing, Newspaper, Gaming Development, Drawing, and Archeology/Paleontology. These clubs complement a broad activity program that also includes music, arts, and athletics opportunities.
Community & service	Community & service Community engagement and service learning are woven throughout the Avenues curriculum from nursery through 12th grade. In the upper grades, students volunteer and intern with local non‑profits and community leaders and lead Community Days in partnership with faculty to engage in service with local organizations. The Early Learning Center days include service learning through Avenues Community Engagement, assemblies, guest speakers and more.	Community & service Community Service is a key component of a FASNY education, with students participating in various initiatives throughout the year and Middle/High School students required to complete a set number of hours to graduate. Flagship programs include Thanksgiving Soup Kitchen, Food Collection, Snack Bags, and Sai Schools in Sudan, coordinating with the Community Service Club and other groups. Every year, students who complete 100 or more hours are eligible for the Presidential Volunteer Service Award.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional J-Term is an annual leadership‑focused learning experience where students can partner with local organizations or pursue specialized studies in arts, math or entrepreneurship. Global Journeys offer study‑abroad programs combining experiential learning and cultural immersion. High‑Intensity Practice (HIP) develops thinking skills through coding and Mastery, and the Avenues Institute for Advanced Mathematics (AIAM) provides an advanced math pathway. The Deans Program and College Counseling offers full‑time mentors for social‑emotional well‑being and college admissions guidance.	Leadership & professional From preschool onward, students participate in activities that connect classroom learning to real-world contexts, and Career Day in grades 6–10 exposes students to a wide range of professions. In High School, students can develop leadership and entrepreneurial skills through the Future Business Leaders of America club, national and international conferences, and student-led organizations. The Grade 10 Entrepreneurship Program includes startup idea development, market research, and a four-day internship with a final pitch to a jury of educators and business leaders.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Wellness and Movement (WAM) spans nursery through 10th grade, combining movement, sport and social‑emotional learning to build physical literacy and wellbeing. The Athletics program provides opportunities to participate in team sports and emphasizes life skills such as time management, leadership, goal‑setting and teamwork. Movement course options include Studio WAM, Personal Fitness, Court Sports, Community WAM and Independent Movement, supporting lifelong healthy habits.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Well-being is the foundation of FASNY's approach, with a dedicated team including a nurse, three school counselors, Leaders of Learning, administration, and school nurses to support social, emotional, and academic growth. The school offers Learning Support, Directed Studies, and Language Support in English and French to meet diverse student needs, with SEL programs, class circle time, and work on essential life skills. By High School, the well-being team emphasizes student ownership of learning and leadership, while a broad array of student-led clubs, athletics, and service opportunities support personal growth.
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Language provision	Language provision English is the language of instruction alongside the target language (Spanish or Mandarin). Nursery–Kindergarten learn in both English and the target language; Literacy, Math and World Course are taught in both languages, while science, music, Wellness and Movement, art, and library are taught in either English, the target language, or both. Language immersion begins in the Small World program for very young children and continues through 5th grade.	Language provision Languages taught are English and French across programs. In the International Program, the majority of instruction is in English with intensive French instruction; two levels of French language acquisition (FLL and AFLL) are offered, and students progress toward Native French. In the French-American Program, the majority of instruction is in French with intensive English instruction, and English language learners (ELL) and Native English options are provided as needed. The English curriculum is developed by FASNY and the French curriculum is mandated by the French Ministry of Education.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school offers bilingual language immersion in Spanish and Mandarin Chinese from Small World through 5th grade. From Nursery to Kindergarten, students learn in both English and the target language, with Literacy, Math and World Course taught in both languages, and specialty classes taught in either English, the target language, or both. From Small World to 5th grade, students spend 50% of their learning time in English and 50% in the target language.	Bilingual teaching Two programs, the French-American Program and the International Program, operate from grade 1. In Lower School, students participate in a bilingual daily program with instruction in both French and English. The French-American Program is taught mostly in French with intensive English instruction, while the International Program is taught mostly in English with intensive French instruction. The English curriculum is developed by the School, and the French curriculum is mandated by the French Ministry of Education.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs Small World provides dual-language immersion for one- and two-year-olds, with exposure to Spanish and Mandarin (in addition to English) and scheduling options in the morning, afternoon, or full day. The program serves children from about 12 months to two years old and continues into the Early Learning Center where 50/50 English and target-language instruction is maintained for core subjects.	Immersion programs Preschool is a French immersion program with language proportions: Nursery 80% French / 20% English, and Pre-K & Kindergarten 70% French / 30% English. The International Program provides an immersive bilingual environment that supports French language acquisition, with most instruction in English and intensive French instruction. Immersion-like features also support French language development in the Lower School.
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Admissions	Admissions Submit a preliminary application form as soon as possible and ahead of the deadlines. Avenues has two admission rounds for the 2026–27 academic year: First Choice Round (binding) and Regular Notification. First Choice Round decisions were released on December 12, 2025. Regular Notification accepts applications until January 8, 2026, and notification and parent reply dates are published below. Late applications may be considered for any remaining openings after Regular Notification. Application timeline by round: • First Choice Round: Preliminary Application Form Due November 1; Application Completion Deadline November 19; Notification Date December 12. • Regular Notification: Preliminary Application Form Due December 1; Application Completion Deadline January 8; Notification Date January 30–February 20. Regular Notification Dates by grade are: ELC (Small World–Pre-K) February 20; Kindergarten January 30; Grades 1–8 February 9; Grades 9–12 February 13. Parent Reply Dates by grade are: ELC March 3; Kindergarten February 10; Grades 1–8 February 24; Grades 9–12 March 6. Global Admissions provides cross-campus transfer opportunities to São Paulo when appropriate. The school hosts virtual and in-person events to connect families with campus leaders, faculty, and current students; events include Parent Introductory Events (All Grades) and campus tours with the listed dates. For questions about admissions, the team can be reached via the contact channels listed on the admissions page.	Admissions Want to enroll your child at FASNY? Submit your application today! Applications and Admissions Step 1: Submit your online application The submission of applications to FASNY is done online. To do this, go to the Application Space: once your account is created, please follow the instructions provided. We will require a non-refundable application fee of $150. Upon receipt of your application, the Admissions Office will send you a reminder email with the list of documents needed to complete your file. If you have omitted any documents at the time of submission, you can of course upload them later from your Application Space. The deadline to submit your application is December 15, 2025. If you apply after this date, we will certainly review your file, but you will be placed on a waiting list and we will send our decision based on remaining places available. Step 2: Schedule your Discovery sessions Individual interview After submitting your application, the next step is to schedule a 45‑minute phone interview with the Admissions Office from your admissions portal. This step is mandatory in the FASNY admissions process. It is for us to get to know your family and to answer any questions you may have at this stage. Meetings & Discovery We also encourage you to attend our virtual “Meet and Greet” sessions: small discussion groups that will allow you to learn more about FASNY and the unique experience the school offers to its students and to their families. To participate, please select a date from your Admissions Space. Visits You can also schedule a virtual or in‑person visit from your admissions space. Our photo gallery also allows you to view our campuses in pictures. Step 3: confidential evaluation form due by December 15 A confidential evaluation form must be completed by the teacher (or teachers) currently responsible for your child's education. We ask you to send this form to the teacher as early as possible via your Admissions Space. The teacher must return the completed document to us by December 15, 2025. Once the teacher has completed and returned this form, you will receive a notification and the list of documents added to your file will be automatically updated. Step 4: Meetings with students and placement interviews Two scenarios: your child is currently enrolled in the French system, or your child is enrolled in an American (or foreign) system. If your child is currently enrolled in an institution accredited by the French Government (French school or AEFE network): in accordance with the directives of the French Ministry of Education, we will decide on the student's admission based on the school reports and the recommendations provided by the teachers. In some cases, FASNY reserves the right to directly contact the head of the school or the teachers of the school in question to gather further information about the student. Depending on the chosen program, and for greater flexibility, virtual or in‑person evaluations may take place. The dates will be confirmed in December. For students from CP to terminale: evaluations last about 45 minutes and focus on prior learning. We assess the student based on five criteria: reading comprehension; writing skills; oral expression; mathematics; and, if relevant, French (note: French is not a prerequisite to be admitted to FASNY). Step 5: Complete the financial aid application by February 1 (optional) All families wishing to apply for financial aid must complete the corresponding forms by February 1. We are deeply committed to ensuring diversity within our community and strongly encourage any deserving student to apply. A family's financial situation should not be an obstacle to enrolling children at FASNY. We have put in place a substantial financial aid program to assist families with limited resources: currently, FASNY provides about $2.3 million in financial aid to 17.6% of its students. The Financial Aid Team works closely with the TADS/SSS organization to identify the specific needs of families and to support them effectively in their steps. If you have questions, please consult our dedicated page for more information. Step 6: Transcripts due by January 10 Transcripts and report cards must be provided by January 10, 2026 to secure priority review of your application. You can upload these transcripts and reports directly to the Admissions Space. What documents are requested exactly? For students previously educated in the French system, these are the quarterly reports. For students not educated in the French system, we request: - Transcripts of all grades obtained by the student in their previous schools. - The interim reports corresponding to the current school year (2025-2026): these are the report cards. We recommend that families contact their child's current school as soon as possible to obtain the documents within the deadlines. Generally, these reports are provided to families every term, but some schools only provide semester reports, which may affect your schedule; if this is the case at your school and you anticipate a delay in document delivery, please notify the FASNY Admissions Office immediately. - Some schools provide families with progress reports detailing student progress over the term: these are progress reports. If applicable, please share these documents with us. Quick access to the Admissions Space Step 7: FASNY communicates its decision On February 6, 2026, you will receive an email notifying you of FASNY's decision regarding your child's admission. Please note that if you submitted your application after the December 15, 2025 deadline (see step 1), you will receive the notification after February 6, 2026: the calendar will depend on the date you submitted your application and the number of places still available. Regarding the allocation of financial aid and scholarships, you will receive notification directly from the Financial Aid Office. We invite you to consult this page for more information. Step 8: Confirm your child's enrollment at FASNY If your child is admitted to FASNY, we ask you to confirm their enrollment by March 10, 2026 to guarantee a place at the school. To confirm enrollment, please: - Return the enrollment contract duly signed (you can submit it online), and - Pay a deposit of $3,000 by check, bank transfer, or online (a link to the Smart Tuition platform will be provided). This deposit, which covers part of the tuition for the start of the year, is non‑refundable. Our upcoming appointments Harbor Campus Virtual Tour (Grades 9-12) March 19 Manor Campus Virtual Tour April 2 Manor Campus Virtual Tour April 23 Access and complete your file from your Admissions Space at any time! Live Locally, Learn Globally Harbor Campus (Grades 9-12) – 320 E Boston Post Rd, Mamaroneck, NY 10543 Manor Campus (N-3) – 111 Larchmont Avenue, Larchmont, NY 10538 Village Campus (Grades 4-8) – 145 New Street, Mamaroneck, NY 10543 Admission Criteria - Applicants to Pre‑School for the 2025‑2026 school year must be born before December 31, 2022, and must be toilet trained before the start of classes in September. - Non‑French‑speaking children can enroll at FASNY in preschool (PS, MS, and GS) and at any level in the International pathway. - Students applying to the Franco‑American pathway must possess the level of French required for their level in order to follow the National Education program. General information - The school offers ESL (ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE) instruction throughout schooling. Any non‑English‑speaking student can be admitted at any level without knowledge of English. - We strongly encourage families to enroll their children from the earliest age so they can benefit from a bilingual learning environment. - The number of places available in Kindergarten (Grande Section) is limited, so we strongly recommend that French‑speaking families apply in Middle Section (Moyenne Section). - Given the limited number of places in each class level, we cannot accept all applications and must therefore establish a waiting list. Live Locally, Learn Globally Harbor Campus (Grades 9-12) Harbor Campus details and address as above Manor Campus (N-3) Manor Campus details and address as above Village Campus (Grades 4-8) Village Campus details and address as above
Scholarships	Scholarships Financial aid is available for all grades—Small World through Grade 12—and the school aims to meet 100% of demonstrated financial need at the time of admission. Financial aid is need-based, not merit-based, and the aid budget is finite. If the application fee poses a hardship, a fee waiver is available by contacting waiver@avenues-ny.org.	Scholarships null
Waitlist	Waitlist Applicants not offered admission in the First Choice Round may be waitlisted or not admitted, which is a final decision for the academic year.	Waitlist —
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