At North Seattle French School, we are about more than educating children—we are growing our community of families and educators.
A message from Alice Reis, Board Chair This 2026-27 “rentrée” has been a particularly busy and exciting one. It has been wonderful to meet families arriving at our school for the first time, and to reconnect with friends we missed over the summer. It is inspiring to feel the energy that comes with new faces,
After more than ten years of service to North Seattle French School, Jen Thiebaud is stepping down as Chair of the Board of Trustees. While this marks the end of an important chapter, it is also an opportunity to celebrate the leadership, dedication, and vision that have helped shape NSFS into the thriving bilingual school
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Every year, our Gala brings families, alumni, and community partners together to celebrate bilingual education and the people who help make it thrive. This year, we’re especially proud to highlight an individual whose dedication has deeply shaped the Francophone community in Seattle. We are excited to announce that the North Seattle French School annual Gala
Celebrating Francophone Heritage at NSFS: Honoring Ariane Ogier at the 2026 Gala Read More »
Every year, North Seattle French School is proud to be an active participant of the French Fest at the Seattle Center, organized by France Education Northwest. This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate French language and francophone cultures. One of the highlights of the day? Students’ performances from the four French bilingual schools! Our students
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At North Seattle French School, one of the most cherished traditions among our students is the Study Buddy program—a simple yet powerful initiative that brings together older and younger students to learn from and support one another. More than just an academic partnership, it’s a relationship-building experience that fosters confidence, leadership, and a sense of
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Relocating to a new city is an exciting adventure, but can be stressful when you have young children. If you’re moving to Seattle from another country, this guide will help you navigate key aspects of settling in—education, housing, finances, and building a community. Why Seattle is a Great Place for Families Seattle offers family-friendly neighborhoods,
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North Seattle French School’s students had the extraordinary opportunity to meet Yanni Gourde, a key player for the Seattle Kraken and a proud francophone from Quebec. Yanni Gourde took time to interact with our students, sharing stories about his hockey career and answering their eager questions in both French and English. As a bilingual and
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