THE FRENCH SCHOOL

THE FRENCH SCHOOL is a public charter school that is part of the ST. LOUIS LANG IMMERSION SCH school district, located in ST LOUIS, MO.

THE FRENCH SCHOOL (also known as the St. Louis Language Immersion School or SLLIS) is a public charter school located in the Marine Villa neighborhood of St. Louis, Missouri. The institution distinguishes itself through a rigorous academic model centered on full language immersion, offering students the opportunity to become bilingual and biliterate in French (or Spanish) alongside a standard core curriculum. By integrating foreign language acquisition into daily instruction, the school aims to foster cognitive development, cultural competency, and a global perspective among its diverse student body.

As a tuition-free charter school, it serves as a public alternative to traditional neighborhood schools, operating under the mission of preparing students for a globalized society. The school emphasizes high academic standards and prides itself on an environment that promotes cross-cultural understanding and inclusive excellence. Because it is a charter school, it functions independently of the standard St. Louis Public Schools district administration, utilizing its specialized language-focused pedagogy to attract families seeking a unique, immersive educational experience.

For more information, contact THE FRENCH SCHOOL at (314) 533-0975 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.