Your child's educational journey begins here.
In kindergarten, our students thrive in a bilingual environment at the start of their learning journey. Focusing on academic excellence and cultural immersion, we provide a dynamic curriculum that fosters curiosity and creativity. Our dedicated educators ensure each child receives personalized attention, setting a solid foundation for lifelong success in a vibrant, engaging community.
The insights and intuitions that develop from becoming a bilingual can never be unlearned. They are the backdrop for developing confident, principled, open, and compassionate individuals.
Admissions Process
All applications begin with the Ravenna portal, our online application site that helps you track your application progress, register for events, submit your application and view admission decisions.
Step 1
Explore!
The International School of San Francisco with a school-day tour of our campus for parents/guardians.
Step 2
Submit your Parent/Guardian application form.
Please submit this form as soon as you decide to apply. Once you submit this form, you can reserve space for a parent interview and an assessment visit for your child.
Step 3
Sign up for the parent interview.
The interview can be conducted in person or on Zoom. Parent interviews begin in November and continue through February.
Step 4
Sign up for a Visit/Assessment Day
for our child.
Step 5:
Sign up for the Student Interview
with our Middle School Principal (Grades 6-8 only).
Step 6
Delegate the Teacher Recommendation form
to your child's current teacher (2 forms needed for Grades 6-8).
Step 7
Request official transcripts
from your child's current school and have them uploaded to your Ravenna account or emailed to admissions@internationalsf.org.
Step 8
Submit the Financial Aid Application by January 9, 2025. (Optional)
Important Dates
French Opens Up the World
From literature and art to history and politics, French is a window into the vibrant cultures that have shaped our world. It fosters critical thinking and creativity and is celebrated as the international language of culture. Along with English, French is the only language that is taught in every country across the world.
Reasons to choose The International School of San Francisco
Unparalleled gift of bilingual immersion for your child.
Dedicated teachers from France and around the world who cultivate cross-cultural thinking and a love of learning.
Passionate commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Differentiated approach to learning rooted in emotional well-being and kindness.
Flexible campus facilities designed to enhance student learning
FAQs
- What is the required age for enrollment in Kindergarten?
- What is the daily schedule in Kindergarten?
- How can we support our child at The International School of San Francisco if we have no French at home?
- Will bilingual immersion undermine my child’s learning in English?
- Is our child entering Kindergarten without French at a disadvantage?
- Does The International School of San Franciscol provide accommodations for learning differences?
- What does International mean by inclusion and diversity, and why is it so important?
- Why French rather than Spanish or Chinese?
What is the required age for enrollment in Kindergarten?
What is the daily schedule in Kindergarten?
How can we support our child at The International School of San Francisco if we have no French at home?
Will bilingual immersion undermine my child’s learning in English?
Is our child entering Kindergarten without French at a disadvantage?
Does The International School of San Franciscol provide accommodations for learning differences?
What does International mean by inclusion and diversity, and why is it so important?
Why French rather than Spanish or Chinese?
Meet Your Admissions Team
For all Admissions inquiries and questions, please email admissions@internationalsf.org.