Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
400 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
25 |
| Native English and French speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Spanish |
| School start time |
8:30 |
| School finish time |
15:00 |
| Supervised care before/after school |
The school offers an extended day option, Monday-Friday from 3:00 to 5:00pm. Free-play and structured activities take place at the school, in one of the classrooms, and at the playground. Time is allotted for an afternoon snack and recess time. Please note that the 2 Cambridge locations (Concord Ave and Walden Square) also provides a Before School program from 8:00-8:30am. |
| Uniform required |
No |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
EFGB offers many clubs and activities. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
École Française Greater Boston is a non-profit organization that offers high-quality and engaging early childhood education in French specifically designed for francophone families in the Boston area. EFGB strives to help its students build a bilingual identity and thrive not only as students but as individuals. EFGB's goal is to fuel their desire to learn, as well as their interest for the French language and francophone culture. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
EFGB's mission is to open children’s minds to the world around them and build a strong early academic foundation that will seamlessly transition them from EFGB to the world beyond. EFGB's programs are designed to foster exploration, social-emotional development, and a desire to learn. EFGB's pedagogical philosophy is guided by empathy and focuses on the holistic development of our children, their families, and staff. EFGB believes that this fosters a whole school culture of positivity and respect |