Keio Academy of New York vs Lycée Français de New York

	K Keio Academy of New York New York, United States	L Lycée Français de New York New York, United States
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year $47,700 - 62,450	Fees / year $51,505 - 51,925
Age range	Age range 14 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, Japanese Curriculum	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, French Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 298	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 15	Typical class size 18
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Japanese	Instruction language French, English
Opened	Opened 1990	Opened 1935
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Keio Academy of New York is located at 3 College Road, Purchase, NY 10577, USA. It is in Purchase, Westchester County, about one hour from John F. Kennedy International Airport by car. The closest Metro-North stations are Rye (New Haven Line) and White Plains (Harlem Line), with taxi service from these stations to the campus. Local taxi services include Splendid Taxi, Intrepid Taxi Corp, White Plains Taxi, Central Taxi, and Harrison Taxi.	Location 505 East 75th Street, New York, NY 10021. The York Wing extension opened in 2015 to expand facilities.
Stages	Stages Grades 9–12	Stages Preschool through High School (Nursery-3 through Grade 12).
School type	School type private, co-educational, independent secondary school	School type Private bilingual day school.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix 30 countries represented.	Pupil nationality mix 60 nationalities represented.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support Support is available for learners new to the French or English languages; College Counseling and Secondary advisory are provided, along with primary-level ateliers to support interpersonal development.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Japan (affiliated with Keio University)	Country affiliation AEFE (Agency for French Education Abroad) under the French Ministry of Education.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure Boarding and commuting arrangements with a Monday–Friday timetable. Boarders live on campus; commuters travel by school bus or private vehicle. The daily schedule comprises 12 class periods from roughly 8:30 a.m. to about 5:50 p.m., with after-school activities and two hours of study time for boarders.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details New York State District Bus Service is available for commuting students within a 15-mile radius; buses stop at three or four districts and operate on the districts' schedules. Commuters may also travel by private vehicle; driving by students is prohibited. District bus schedules may not align with the Keio timetable.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fees - Entrance Examination Fee: USD 500 (non-refundable). One-time / enrollment fees - Admissions (registration) Fee: USD 4,100. - Deposit on Materials (includes student insurance): USD 3,000. - Facilities Fee: USD 2,800. Annual tuition and per-term detail by student status / year group - Tuition (all year groups listed on the fee schedule): USD 33,400 per year. No per-term installment amounts are published on the publicly available fee page; the listed tuition is presented as an annual amount. Boarding and commuter-specific charges - Room and Board (boarding students): USD 18,500 per year. - Commuter Fee (for day students who pay the commuter charge): USD 3,900 per year. - Boarding (House) activities fee (typical amount indicated): USD 150 (covers social events, birthday parties, etc.). Other routine and variable costs - School uniform costs: payable in addition to the fees above. - Travel costs for vacations (boarding students must vacate residence halls during winter and summer vacations; travel costs and any house-ware shipping or storage are additional). - Club/activity fees, participation fees for official school events (for example TOEFL, theatre trips), and participation fees for unofficial school events: charged in addition to tuition. - House-ware storage or shipping costs for summer vacation: charged as applicable. Entrance / admissions payment details - The Entrance Examination Fee is payable by credit card via the Admissions Portal; accepted card types include VISA and MasterCard. This fee is non-refundable. Refund information - Admissions fee, tuition and fees are described as non-refundable in the school's admissions materials. The materials also state that tuition and fees (excluding the admissions fee) may be refunded under certain conditions after completion of entrance procedures. Billing schedule and payment terms - The fee schedule lists the amounts above (admissions fee, tuition, room and board, deposit on materials, facilities fee, and entrance examination fee). Specific published instalment breakdowns (for example, term-by-term instalments or exact due dates) and the purchase timing for deposits are not shown on the public fee page. Parents should note that the Entrance Examination Fee must be paid to complete an application. Fee payment options - Entrance Examination Fee: credit card payment (VISA, MasterCard) via the Admissions Portal. - No detailed, publicly posted list of accepted payment methods for tuition, boarding and other annual charges (for example, bank transfer, check, ACH or other card payments) is provided on the public fee page or in the admissions packet that lists fees; the Entrance Examination Fee is the clearly documented item showing an accepted payment method. Notes about additional, typically applicable charges - The listed standard fees do not include uniforms, optional trips, some exam fees, extracurricular-specific charges, or travel and storage/shipping costs tied to boarding students' vacation periods; those are additional and billed as applicable. Boarding students should anticipate the separate house-activity charge noted above.	Fee details Tuition (2026–2027) - Nursery‑3 through Grade 12: USD 51,925 per year. This single tuition amount applies across all grade levels (Nursery‑3 to Grade 12). Application and Enrollment Fees - Application / Re‑enrollment fee: USD 200 (non‑refundable where noted by the school's enrollment terms). Advance Deposit and Enrollment Deposits - New families: non‑refundable advanced tuition deposit of USD 4,000 per student required with the signed enrollment contract; this deposit is credited against tuition. Returning families pay a non‑refundable, non‑transferable enrollment fee of USD 200 plus the same USD 4,000 advanced tuition deposit when submitting re‑enrollment. For families who enroll on or after May 1 the required deposit increases to between 50% and 100% of tuition and fees. Additional Required Fees (per student) - Association des Parents du Lycée (parent association) dues: USD 60. - Lunch (Nursery to Grade 8), 5 days per week: USD 1,920. - Books and supplies (Nursery to Grade 5): USD 200. - Digital books (Grades 6 to 12): USD 50. - School trips — Nature's Classroom (Grades 2 to 5): USD 800. - French national exam fees (relevant secondary grades): USD 350. - New student one‑time fee (first year only): USD 3,000. - Tuition Refund Plan (optional, with discretion to opt out): USD 1,000. - Note: depending on grade, families may have additional purchases such as PE uniforms, specific textbooks, laptops or other materials; those amounts vary by item and grade. Billing schedule and payment terms (how tuition is billed and when payments are due) - The school uses Blackbaud Tuition Management for tuition billing and offers these standard payment plans: annual, semi‑annual, monthly, and a special plan for financial aid recipients. - Annual plan: balance of tuition (after the USD 4,000 advance deposit) due on or before May 1, 2026. - Semi‑annual plan: balance due in two equal payments (50% each); Payment #1 due on or before May 1, 2026 and Payment #2 due on or before October 1, 2026. - Monthly plan: balance due in twelve equal payments beginning March 1, 2026 (Payment #1) and continuing through February 1, 2027 (Payment #12). For contracts signed after May 1, 2026, installments begin the month of contract signature and (for monthly plans) end in February 2027. Financial Aid plan schedules are finalized with the Business Office once aid is awarded; the first payment on that schedule also begins March 1, 2026. - Example calculations (illustrative) after the standard USD 4,000 advance deposit is applied to the listed annual tuition of USD 51,925: - Annual balance due on May 1 (after deposit): USD 47,925. - Semi‑annual payments (two equal installments): USD 23,962.50 each (May 1 and Oct 1). - Monthly payments (12 equal installments): USD 3,993.75 per month (March 1 through Feb 1). These amounts reflect the tuition minus the standard USD 4,000 deposit and then divided according to the chosen plan. Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable; Lycée Français de New York does not operate a boarding program and therefore no boarding fees apply. (Day school model; no residential program.) Other costs or occasional fees - Optional or occasional charges that families should expect in addition to the required items above include: certain grade‑specific textbooks, PE uniforms, student laptops or devices, after‑school activities or extended day programs (prices vary by program), and incidental fees for specific trips or performances. Specific mandatory extras by grade are listed above (books, digital books, lunch, Nature's Classroom, exam fees). Amounts for optional items vary by purchase. Refund information - The USD 4,000 advanced tuition deposit is non‑refundable but is credited against the student's tuition. The USD 200 enrollment fee paid at re‑enrollment is non‑refundable and non‑transferable. The school offers a Tuition Refund Plan priced at USD 1,000 (families have discretion to opt out of this plan). Other refund policies (for partial refunds of tuition after the start of the contract, refunds of fees, or refund timing) are governed by the school's enrollment contract terms and business office procedures. Fee payment options (methods accepted) - Tuition and billed fees are processed through Blackbaud Tuition Management (formerly Smart Tuition). Blackbaud's parent and payer documentation shows the platform supports multiple payment methods commonly used by schools, including automatic bank debits (ACH), payments from checking or savings accounts, credit and debit cards (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express where accepted by the school), mailed checks, and wire transfers (wires may carry a receiver fee). Families enroll and manage payment schedules through the Blackbaud Tuition Management portal per the school's billing instructions. Wire payments and international payment options are also supported via the tuition manager, subject to any platform fees or bank fees. - Important operational notes on payment handling via Blackbaud: credit/debit cards are commonly accepted; bank/ACH drafts are available; mailed checks and bank online bill pay can be used but may require earlier scheduling so funds are received by the due date; wire transfers incur a processing/wire fee assessed by the tuition manager. Families should follow the school's invoicing and Blackbaud account instructions when scheduling payments. Summary - Annual tuition for 2026–2027 is USD 51,925 for all grades (Nursery‑3 through Grade 12). Required deposits and fees include a USD 4,000 non‑refundable advance deposit, USD 200 application/re‑enrollment fee, and a variety of grade‑linked fees (lunch, books, exam fees, new‑student fee, etc.) as listed above. Tuition is payable via the school's published annual, semi‑annual, or monthly plans through Blackbaud Tuition Management; payment methods include bank ACH, credit/debit card, check and wire where applicable. Refunds are limited: the advance deposit and re‑enrollment fee are non‑refundable; a USD 1,000 tuition‑refund plan is available as an optional charge.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements The school uses a six-house boarding system. Every student is a member of a House (comuters are included in the House structure). Six Houses are named K, E, I, O, N, and Y, each housing about fifty students. Girls are housed separately from boys. Each House is managed by a Head of House and a Boarding Assistant, who are the contact persons for parents; they are assisted by a House Captain selected from 12th grade students. The House Captain Leadership Program (HCLP) has 26 students who hold House, Vice and Sub Captain roles and assist with daily life and events. Boarding students live in dormitories and have opportunities related to living and learning in New York City.	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement On designated days, students wear the Full School Uniform: blazer, slacks, necktie, white button-down shirt/blouse, school socks, and black leather shoes (skirts or culottes may be worn). Designated days include Entrance Ceremony, Graduation, Theater Day, General Assemblies, Fukuzawa Speech Day, and similar events. On other days, students wear a white button-down shirt/blouse, school slacks, socks (black/navy, logos not allowed), and black leather shoes (skirts or culottes may be worn). Optional items include a school sweater, pale pink/blue dress shirt, black or navy tights, and black or brown belts. Uniforms must be neat and clean; moderate accessories are allowed; NHS members may wear the Society's Pin; hoodies are not permitted; weather layering is allowed with jackets/fleeces but no hoodies; dress code for Academic Extension is at the teacher's discretion.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options The Dining Hall is managed by the CulinArt Group, which provides rotating menus and a variety of cuisines. The program features the Chef's Table, Noodle Bowls, Bibimbap, Mediterranean, Caribbean, and Cocina Fresca Mexican concepts; a Salad Bar and Kettle Soup are offered. CulinArt emphasizes health with an Eat Well program and from-scratch recipes; menus indicate vegetarian, vegan, and locally-sourced options, with allergen training for staff (FARECheck).	Food options A 225-seat cafeteria with a full-service kitchen provides freshly cooked, healthy, and organic menu items. The cafeteria includes a salad bar, a sandwich station, and a hot meal station.
House system	House system The school operates a six-house system (K, E, I, O, N, Y) in which every student belongs to a House, with each House containing about fifty students. The House structure is supported by Heads of House and a Boarding Assistant; a House Captain from the 12th grade leads the House, assisted by students through the House Captain Leadership Program (26 students) who help with daily life and events.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Keio Academy of New York is governed independently from Keio Gijuku. The Board of Trustees is the ultimate decision-making body and comprises nine members, including alumni, local community members, and corporate leaders, with some occupancy tied to Keio Gijuku. The Board meets three times annually to oversee management. The Chairperson is the Vice President of Keio University, and Trustees include the President and Vice President of Keio University and other senior leaders.	Governance and ownership LFNY is an independent school governed by a Board of Trustees. The Board oversees the school's activities, recruits and supervises the Head of School, enacts the school's mission and policies, and manages the school's finances, capital assets and endowment. Ex officio members include the Head of School and the Co-Presidents of the Parent Association (APL).
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The curriculum includes Japanese and English course tracks. Graduation requirements for Grades 10–12 include English 3 years, Japanese 3 years, Mathematics 3 years, Social Studies 3 years, Science 3 years, Physical Education 3 years, Art or Music 1 year, Health Science 1 year, and Home Economics 1 year. Grades 10–12 have a maximum of 100 students per grade, divided into ten homeroom classes; Grade 9 has about 30 students in one homeroom class. The academic year runs from September to June and is divided into four quarters. Supplementary language courses include ESL and JSL to improve English or Japanese language ability.	Curriculum details The school offers a bilingual curriculum that blends the best of French and American educational traditions. Instruction emphasizes project-based learning, rigorous academics, and creative exploration to support student learning, development, and wellbeing. The program integrates language learning, the arts, and cultural instruction to deepen the core curriculum. In the Secondary level (grades 6-12), there is intensive preparation for the French Baccalaureate alongside in‑class and extracurricular intellectual exploration. Language mastery is supported by exposure to multiple languages taught by native-speaking instructors, and STEAM is integrated across all grade levels with facilities such as a Makerspace and a Media Lab. Graduates are prepared for higher education worldwide, with matriculation at universities across North America, Europe, and beyond.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio 7:1	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression College Matriculation as of September 2025 shows graduates have matriculated at: George Town University(USA) Class of 2025; Colombia University (USA) Class of 2021; 東京大学 (JAPAN) Class of 2019; 福岡大学(医) (JAPAN) Class of 2019; Parsons School of Design (USA) Class of 2018; University of San Francisco (USA) Class of 2015; Art Institute of Chicago (USA); Brown University (USA); College of Mexico (Mexico); New England Conservatory of Music (USA); New York University (USA); Pratt Institue (USA); Soka University of America (USA); Stanford University (USA); State University of New York (USA); The University of St. Andrews (UK); Vocational School (USA); Wellesley College (USA); 国際医療福祉大学(医) (JAPAN); 酪農学園大学(獣医) (JAPAN). Keio University Advising and Guidance and U.S. College/University Advising and Guidance provide dedicated support for Keio University and U.S. colleges respectively.	Higher education progression Graduates have matriculated to universities around the world. The College Counseling program supports students through the application process. Representative destinations include Columbia University, Cornell University, Harvard University, Yale University, NYU, and the University of Pennsylvania.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented The Fukuzawa Chapter of the National Honor Society recognizes students who exhibit scholarship, leadership, service and character. A nomination process selects applicants who meet NHS criteria; applicants must maintain an exemplary GPA, submit an application, reflect on accomplishments, and obtain recommendations. Upon admission, members participate in a formal ceremony.	Gifted and talented —
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The Office of Counseling plays a vital role in students' wellness and academic success. Its primary goal is to promote emotional and social well-being for students and assist them with life at Keio and academic progress. The office is staffed with licensed mental health professionals who are English-Japanese bilingual, and counseling can be conducted in English or in Japanese. Counseling is available 24/7 for mental health, with on-call support after hours for emergencies or special assistance. The Counseling Office maintains an open-door policy, and peer counseling and peer tutoring are available under counselor supervision.	Social & emotional learning The school provides co-curricular and after-school programs and clubs that support social-emotional development, leadership, and community building. The school fosters openness and responsibility for others through arts, athletics, and clubs. The school offers classes and clubs in art, cooking, theater, music, writing, government, computer programming and engineering to support social and emotional growth through collaboration. The school provides guidance through College Counseling and Secondary advisory to support interpersonal development. The school fosters a diverse and inclusive community where voices are respected and differences are celebrated. The school promotes belonging and collaboration across a broad range of activities.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language Most classes are taught in English; Japanese is compulsory for all students. Immersion is the key principle: all classes except for Japanese are taught in English, and all written work (except for Japanese) is submitted in English. The mission is to prepare students as bilingual lifelong learners, equipped with fluent written and speaking skills in both English and Japanese and to pursue higher education at Keio University and beyond.	English as an additional language The school teaches languages beyond French and English. The school hires native-speaking instructors to teach these languages. The school follows EU standards of language assessment in secondary language courses. The school offers immersive language experiences and cross-cultural exchanges to deepen linguistic and cultural understanding. The school includes close-to-home immersive experiences in New York City, such as trips to Chinatown and cultural centers.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Counseling services are available 24/7. Students may contact the counseling office with questions or concerns about mental health or academic performance, and parents may be updated on a student's well-being. The Counseling Office operates with an open-door policy and makes referrals to outside professionals when needed. Counseling includes support for a range of issues from adjustment to school life to cross-cultural concerns, with bilingual English/Japanese staff.	Mental wellbeing The school provides mental wellbeing support through student services including College Counseling and Secondary advisory, and ateliers in the Primary School. The school's instruction team helps navigate every stage of students' interpersonal development. The school provides staff support to help students thrive. The school fosters an inclusive community that respects diverse identities and voices. The school offers clubs and cultural activities that promote belonging and community.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Safety and security are managed by Allied Universal, with 24/7 on-site coverage. Security measures include vehicle checks, building access controls, and temporary visitor passes, and staff receive regular training on emergency procedures. The School coordinates with local authorities including the Harrison Police Department and maintains information sharing for security and emergencies. The School undergoes NYSAIS examination/evaluation processes as part of compliance and safeguards for students.	Safeguarding —
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The campus comprises a Main Entrance / Classroom Building that houses classrooms, the library and administrative offices. The Library offers a collection of Japanese and English books, periodicals, DVDs and CDs, with computers for student use. The Dining Hall (Matsushita Hall) serves meals seven days a week in a House-based setup. Boarding Houses (K, E, I, O, N and Y) accommodate resident students with Heads of House and a Dean of Boarding. The Speakers' Hall, opened in 2017, includes the President's Office, an auditorium, and spaces for music and dance; athletic facilities include a gym and a turf field on campus, with some facilities at neighboring Manhattanville College available to students; the Health Center provides bilingual nursing.	Facilities overview Back-to-school 2003 marked a turning point with the opening of a 158,000-square-foot facility that unified the Lycée Français de New York's campuses on a single site. The York Wing extension added 20,000 square feet of digitally-enabled flexible classrooms to support collaborative teaching and learning. The campus includes a 354-seat auditorium that hosts performances and the Cultural Center, a 225-seat cafeteria with a full-service kitchen, and a rooftop playground for elementary students. A digital media lab with a TV studio, production booth and editing bays, plus a makerspace with a digital printer, support hands-on learning and creative exploration.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The athletic facilities include a gym and a turf field on campus. Indoor and outdoor facilities support physical education and athletic activities, and some facilities at neighboring Manhattanville College are available to students.	Sports facilities There are two gymnasiums totaling more than 12,000 square feet with two regulation basketball courts. The athletic facilities support activities such as wall climbing, volleyball, soccer and gymnastics. A rooftop playground provides outdoor play space for elementary students. These spaces enable a broad athletic program across grade levels.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Main Entrance / Classroom Building houses classrooms, the library and administrative offices. The Library offers a collection of Japanese and English books, periodicals, DVDs and CDs, and computers for student use. Counseling Room supports students' emotional and academic progress, and the Japanese Culture Room on the first floor provides space for Tea Ceremony Club and flower arrangement practice.	Academic facilities The main building houses pre-kindergarten through 12th grade in a 158,000-square-foot facility with specialty classrooms, learning labs and studios for project-based learning. The York Wing adds 20,000 square feet of digitally-enabled flexible classrooms for collaborative teaching and learning. The campus includes a digital media lab with a TV studio, production booth and editing bays, and a makerspace with a 3D printer to foster hands-on problem solving. A Primary music room and movement room, along with a 354-seat auditorium and cultural spaces, support arts-integrated learning.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Japanese Culture Room provides space for Tea Ceremony Club weekly practice and flower arrangement. The Speakers' Hall houses the band and orchestra room, a chorus room, a dance room and individual practice rooms.	Extra curricular facilities Co-curricular and after-school programs and clubs offer opportunities to develop talents beyond class time, including art, cooking, theater, music, writing, government, computer programming and engineering. After-school offerings include 68 clubs and 43 competitive sports teams across middle and high school. The Lycée also supports Social Entrepreneurship and an Artists-in-Residence program as part of its cultural and creative activities.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Keio Academy of New York was established in 1990 by Keio Gijuku to meet the needs of Japanese families living overseas. It inherits the traditions of Fukuzawa Yukichi and provides a bilingual and bicultural curriculum to prepare students to become global leaders of the 21st century. Keio Academy is registered by the New York State Board of Regents and first accredited by NYSAIS in 2001, with renewals in 2011 and 2023. Its mission promotes tri-cultural education by combining the best of Japanese, American and Keio cultures to produce graduates with moral-independence and self-reliance. Milestones include a preliminary office in 1987; first class admitted in 1990; MEXT authorization in 1991; and NYSAIS accreditation renewals in 2011 and 2023.	History Founded in 1935 by the Consul General of France in New York, Charles de Ferry de Fontnouvelle, and a group of French and American officials, the Lycée Français de New York began with 24 students in a small basement. In 1938, final charter approval was granted by the SUNY Board of Regents and the Lycée awarded its first French baccalaureate. By the 1970s the school had expanded to teach more than 1,000 students, and in 1994 a new building on East 73rd Street increased small-class offerings. In 2003 Primary and Secondary were brought together on East 75th Street in a campus inaugurated by French President Jacques Chirac, and in 2015 a bold vision transformed teaching and learning, followed by the 2016 York Wing expansion. Over more than 80 years the Lycée has grown to nearly 35,000 students and graduates representing more than 150 nationalities.
Community	Community Keio Academy runs as a full seven-day-a-week boarding school, with a small number of day students (commuters). Instrumental music lessons are arranged throughout the week, underpinning a program of concerts; the Saturday Morning Program for Juniors includes classes in art, singing and music appreciation, while Seniors participate in debating and public speaking; inter-house competitions run most days of the week, with varsity sports including volleyball, basketball, futsal/soccer, kickball, tennis, kendo, karate, dance, kickboxing, weight training, yoga, walking/running, badminton and lacrosse. Outings to New York City galleries and theaters are a frequent feature on Sunday afternoons; a wide variety of clubs and societies, including Japanese culture, chess and a student newspaper, run on Wednesday afternoons.	Community The Lycée Français de New York is more than a school; it's a family, a home away from home. The community is united by a global outlook, embraces cultural differences and believes in the power of a bilingual, international education to shape young minds. With myriad opportunities to volunteer and participate in Lycée life, the community—from parents to students to alumni, faculty and staff—finds lifelong friendships and experiences.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association The Parent Association (APL) coordinates with the Lycée and serves as an influential voice by facilitating communication between the school and parents, working closely with the administration, faculty, staff and the Board. All parents are members of the APL and can volunteer to participate in community life. It offers opportunities to socialize and to volunteer, including welcome coffees, cocktails, lectures, and events that are part of the school's rich cultural life. The Lycée Families page notes the community includes more than 60 nationalities, reflecting a pluricultural environment. For more information, contact apl@lfny.org.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual There are over forty clubs meeting throughout the week, including Math, Science, Art and Chess. The Senior Saturday Morning Program for Seniors includes debating and public speaking. The Fukuzawa Chapter of the National Honor Society recognizes students for scholarship, leadership, service and character.	Academic & intellectual AI gaming and machine learning clubs and Lego robotics exist. Chess, debate and Young Philosophers are offered. Mandarin language clubs are available. In secondary, students participate in 3D printing, robotics, coding and VR, plus national programs such as Harvard Model Congress, Debate and Model UN.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Instrumental music lessons are arranged throughout the week, underpinning a program of concerts. The Junior Saturday Morning Program includes art, singing and music appreciation. Clubs include Rock Band, Dance and Art.	Arts & creative French theater club, theater workshop, visual arts and cooking club exist. Choir is offered as a free activity. In secondary, performing arts include music, dance, theater, visual arts and culinary arts, and the school stages a musical each year; Première Scène French Theater Festival and Rough Cut Film Festival are part of the programming.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language There are clubs representing Japanese culture, including Tea Ceremony and Calligraphy. Our language program is bilingual; all classes except for Japanese are taught in English, with immersion to develop bilingual learning.	Cultural & language Mandarin language club. Le Lynx is the bilingual student newspaper. The school operates in a bilingual environment with activities offered in French or English.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies There are over forty clubs meeting throughout the week, including Art, Calligraphy, Chess, Creative Workshops, Dance, Kendo, Math, Science, Tea Ceremony and Rock Band. A wide variety of clubs and societies, including Japanese culture, chess and the student newspaper, run on Wednesday afternoons. Outings to galleries and theaters are a frequent feature on Sunday afternoons.	Social & hobbies Sports include soccer, basketball, gymnastics and tennis. Chess, choir, theatre and debate are offered as student activities. Yoga adventure and Fun movement kids club provide additional recreational options.
Community & service	Community & service The Academy promotes service learning and encourages volunteer activities for the communities. Food drives and Toy Drives have become annual traditions, with donations distributed to people in need. The cancer walk is another charity event students participate in each year, and students engage in local events and support community groups.	Community & service There are opportunities to volunteer and participate in Lycée life. The Environmental Task Force is a student-led group. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging programs exist through the Coalition and other groups.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The Fukuzawa Chapter of the National Honor Society recognizes students for scholarship, leadership, service and character. NHS membership is by nomination and application and includes a formal ceremony. The Senior Saturday Morning Program includes public speaking and debating competitions.	Leadership & professional Student government is organized into three bodies: the Conseil des Élèves (CDE), student delegates and the CPET. Harvard Model Congress, Debate and Model UN are national programs in which students participate. Finance Club and student-to-student tutoring club develop leadership and professional skills.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing A full range of varsity sports and house sports is provided, with fixtures against other schools. Sports offered include volleyball, basketball, cross country, tennis and lacrosse, among others. Outings to galleries and theaters are frequent on Sunday afternoons, and wellness activities include yoga, weight-room sessions and walking/running.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Athletics and fitness are offered after school, including soccer, basketball, gymnastics and tennis. Seasonal day camps run in summer, fall, winter and spring. Participants in the Primary Choir perform at the Winter and Spring concerts.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision The school brings together English and Japanese as two language traditions. The mission is to prepare bilingual lifelong learners who can pursue undergraduate study at Keio University and in the wider world, equipped with competent written and speaking skills in both languages and with a cultural awareness.	Language provision French and English are core languages, with all language learning supported by native-speaking instructors. In addition to these core languages, Arabic, German, Mandarin, Italian, and Spanish are taught through World Languages and exchanges; Preschool and early years integrate English into the day, with Nursery-3 in a 100% French-speaking environment and Pre-K/K transitioning to about 80% French and 20% English. Spanish instruction begins in Grade 6, and students participate in language exchanges and broader immersion experiences throughout the upper grades.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school teaches in English and Japanese. All classes except for Japanese are taught in English, and all written work except that for Japanese classes is submitted in English. The school aims to develop bilingual lifelong learners, with English and Japanese as the two language traditions.	Bilingual teaching The Lyce9 Français de New York provides a bilingual program that blends the French national curriculum with English instruction. In high school, students spend about 30 to 50 percent of class time in English, depending on their track and plans for higher education. There are two Baccalaureate tracks: the Baccalaure9at frane7ais international (BFI) and the Classic French Baccalaurat; the BFI includes English-language and History-Geography components and offers AP options, while the Classic Bac remains primarily in French. The school emphasizes bilingual and multilingual instruction with language learning taught by native-speaking instructors for languages beyond French and English.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs Immersion is the key principle. The daily structure centers on English instruction for most classes, with Japanese language disciplines taught separately. Extra help is provided for students who have Japanese backgrounds but may be more familiar with English.	Immersion programs Beyond the classroom, the Lyce9e offers immersive language and cultural exchanges, including a six-week French-language exchange with Louis Le Grand high school for select 10th00grade students. Arabic (Modern Standard Arabic) is taught, with beginning and intermediate levels in the Primary after-school program; German begins in Grade 6; Mandarin is featured through a two-week exchange with Fudan University in Shanghai; Italian begins in Grade 6; Spanish begins in Grade 6 with exchange opportunities. The school also supports immersive experiences and hosts a French Immersion Summer Camp for ages 2.5 to 10.
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards Ashikari Memorial Scholarship (merit-based for incoming students); Sakata Scholarship; Sports Scholarship.	Awards null
Accreditations	Accreditations Keio Academy of New York is registered by the New York State Board of Regents and has NYSAIS accreditation (first in 2001; renewed in 2011 and 2023).	Accreditations The Lycée Français de New York is accredited by both the French Ministry of Education and the New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS). It is also part of the Agency for French Education Abroad (AEFE) network.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Keio Academy of New York offers three admission periods each year, and applicants may apply up to three times. Information sessions are held in the United States and Japan, as well as in other major cities. Notifications of entrance-exam results are posted online through the Admissions Portal and are not mailed. The Ashikari Memorial Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship for incoming students. 2. Application Procedures and Flow guide you to download Admissions Information, create a user account on the Admissions Portal, download official forms, prepare essays, and submit the required documents and payment when the application period opens. Forms must be the official ones downloaded from the Portal; documents can be mailed by a school official or referer, or submitted online by the school official through the Portal. The Admissions Portal contains the required forms and submission processes. 3. Written examinations cover English, Mathematics, and Japanese. The English test lasts 60 minutes, uses English-only prompts, and does not include listening or speaking. The Mathematics test is up to geometry/algebra I level, presented in English and Japanese, and lasts 60 minutes. The Japanese test lasts 45 minutes and focuses on Kanji, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and writing. 4. Keio Academy of New York maintains a non-discriminatory admissions policy toward students; it admits students regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, and it adheres to standards set by its associations. The school is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools and the New York State Association of Independent Schools. Contact information and location are provided for inquiries.	Admissions Nursery, Pre-K, K 1. Applications must be completed via the online application portal and a non-refundable $200 application fee must be paid. The portal starts the admissions review for Nursery through Kindergarten, and early submission helps begin the interview and evaluation process. 2. For Fall 2026 entry, submit by December 1, 2025 to ensure review in January; all required documents must be submitted by January 16, 2026. Submitting by the deadline supports timely consideration and evaluation. 3. On January 16, 2026, preschool evaluation day is held in person at the Lycée; families outside the New York metro area will receive instructions to participate in remote evaluation. 4. Admission decisions will be shared during the first week of February 2026. 5. If accepted, return a signed contract with a non-refundable tuition deposit of $4,000 within seven calendar days of receiving the acceptance letter. First to Twelfth Grades 0. Language requirement: Starting with first grade (CP), students must speak, read, write, and understand spoken French. 1. The admission process begins in the fall of the year before enrollment; the number of available places varies yearly based on attrition. 2. Application Deadlines: We recommend submitting by December 1, 2025 to be considered in January for first-round review; all required documents must be submitted by January 16, 2026; applications continue to be accepted throughout the year as spaces remain available. 3. For Grades 1-5, a virtual interview with a member of the Admissions Team is required for both current Lycée families and prospective guardians. 4. For Grades 6-12 not in a MOE-accredited program, an entrance exam in French and Mathematics is required on January 10, 2026; invitations are sent by the Admissions Office; outside the New York City metropolitan area, the test may be mailed to the child's school or live-proctored via Zoom. 5. Admission decisions will be shared in the first week of February 2026; if accepted, return a signed contract and pay a non-refundable tuition deposit of $4,000 within seven calendar days of the acceptance letter.
Scholarships	Scholarships Bursary Program (Financial Aid): Keio Academy of New York offers a Bursary Program to qualifying applicants in need of financial support. Each academic year, several students who are scheduled to enroll may have a portion of their first-year tuition fees waived; grant amounts and eligibility are determined by a Committee based on submitted documents, budget, and other factors. Continuation of the grant for the second year and new grants for later years are determined by the Committee based on a comprehensive review of bursary documents, academic and extracurricular performance, and budget. Sakata Scholarship: The Sakata Scholarship is a merit-based award funded by Mr. Hirotugu Sakata and is awarded to 12th-grade students with outstanding academic records. Ashikari Memorial Scholarship: The Ashikari Memorial Scholarship is a merit-based grant for incoming students. It will be bestowed upon one aspiring new student each year; no separate application is needed as new students are automatically candidates. Sports Scholarship ( Bunbu Souzen ): The Sports Scholarship fosters balance between academics and athletics and is an application-based grant. It may be applied for by 10th and 11th grade students who balance academics and athletics and require financial assistance. The application process begins around April with a mid-June deadline, and two to four recipients are selected each year based on factors including the applicant's essay, academic improvement (including English), and personal growth through sports.	Scholarships The Lyce9e Frane7ais de New York offers need-based financial aid to students of all nationalities. For the 2025b12026 school year, the Lyce9e has committed $7.1 million in financial aid. French citizens may also be eligible for financial aid from the French Government. Applications are submitted via Clarity, the Lyce9ea0s Financial Aid tool, and awards are determined confidentially by the Lyce9e Financial Aid Committee based on demonstrated financial need. Current families can consult deadlines and instructions on MyLyce9e. The French Government Financial Aid program may be available for eligible French citizens registered with the French Consulate in New York.
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