Cultivate the Love of French Language and Francophone Cultures
EFGS is a nonprofit after-school program, teaching French in the PNW to children with French background ages from 3.5 to 17 years old.
Cultivate the Love of French Language and Francophone Cultures
EFGS is a nonprofit after-school program, teaching French in the PNW to children with French background, who are not schooled in French, ages from 3.5 to 17 years old.
We are hiring!
We are seeking creative, dynamic, and enthusiastic Education Program Manager (hybrid – average 15h/week), teachers and assistants who love working with children and have a strong command of the French language. Experience in teaching, childcare, or youth programs is a plus!
Curious about what EFGS has to offer?
Come discover Éducation Française Greater Seattle (EFGS) at our upcoming Open House for 2025-2026 school year!
If you have a child with a French-speaking background who is not schooled in French, this is a great opportunity to learn more about our nonprofit after-school program. Meet our dedicated team, explore our curriculum, and see how we foster French language skills and cultural connections.
Sign-up here to receive the invitation and details by email in March 2025.
Join us for an informative and friendly gathering—à bientôt!
We offer in-person classes at Bertschi School (Seattle) on Saturdays and online classes during the week.
General enrollment for the school year 2025-26 is open. Existing families have priority placement until end of May, after when it will become first come first serve.
Cultivate the Love of French Language and Francophone Cultures
EFGS (Éducation Francaise Greater Seattle) is a nonprofit after-school program dedicated to teaching French to children with a French-speaking background in the Pacific Northwest who are not schooled in French. We welcome students aged 3.5 to 17 years, fostering language skills and cultural connections.
EFGS is thrilled to celebrate its 15th anniversary by unveiling a fresh, modern transformation that embodies our growth, values, and vision for the future. This isn’t just a makeover—it’s a bold reimagination of how we connect with you.Our new brand colors reflect the Francophone colors, symbolizing the continents of our global French-speaking community.
These colors represent our commitment to community spirit, diversity, and inclusion. The typography forms an arch, symbolizing the gate through which we welcome our families into a community where they can feel at home. The birds, like our families, have migrated to Seattle. Their bodies are made of speech bubbles, reminiscent of all the French conversations that happen in our classrooms.
Enrollment 2025-26 is closed!
Stay tuned for pre-enrollment for 2026–2027 school year next year at EFGS!
Who were are: EFGS welcomes children ages 3.5 to 17 from French-speaking families who are not enrolled in a French school. Our program fosters strong language skills, cultural connections, and a supportive community for every student.
Spots are limited — be sure to enroll early!
Click here to follow the enrollment process!
New EFGS e-store
We are happy to share with you the launch of our new EFGS e-store and winter fundraising campaign! We now offer many way to support of association and we appreciate all your support in any way!
1️⃣ Spread the French Spirit — Shop EFGS Merch!
👉 Shop here
2️⃣ Direct Donations + corporate matching
👉 Donate online here
3️⃣ Amazon Wishlist: Give Directly to Classrooms
👉 Contribute here
We are hiring!
We are seeking a creative, dynamic, and enthusiastic Education Programs Manager (hybrid – average 15h/week), teachers and assistants who love working with children and have a strong command of the French language. Experience in teaching, childcare, or youth programs is a plus!
Curious about what EFGS has to offer?
Come discover Éducation Française Greater Seattle (EFGS) at our upcoming Open House for 2025-2026 school year!
If you have a child with a French-speaking background who is not schooled in French, this is a great opportunity to learn more about our nonprofit after-school program. Meet our dedicated team, explore our curriculum, and see how we foster French language skills and cultural connections.
Sign-up here to receive the invitation and details by email in March 2025.
Join us for an informative and friendly gathering—à bientôt!
We offer in-person classes at Bertschi School (Seattle) on Saturdays and online classes during the week.
Check our classes!
Our New Look: The Reason for the Change
EFGS is celebrating its 15th anniversary with a refreshed image. Our new brand colors reflect the Francophone colors, symbolizing the continents of our global French-speaking community.
These colors represent our commitment to community spirit, diversity, and inclusion.
The typography forms an arch, symbolizing the gate through which we welcome our families into a community where they can feel at home. The birds, like our families, have migrated to Seattle. Their bodies are made of speech bubbles, reminiscent of all the French conversations that happen in our classrooms.
Celebrating 15 Years with a Fresh New Look
EFGS is proud to unveil a modern transformation reflecting our growth, values, and vision for the future. Our new brand features colors inspired by the Francophone world, symbolizing the continents of our global French-speaking community and celebrating diversity, inclusion, and community spirit.
The arch-shaped typography welcomes families into a space where they feel at home. The birds, like our families, have migrated to Seattle, with their bodies formed from speech bubbles—a tribute to the lively French conversations in our classrooms. This reimagined identity connects us to our roots while embracing the future.
Our Values
We offer high quality education with a customized and unique French curriculum designed for students accustomed to the American teaching approach.
We celebrate our students’ unique blend of cultures through their similarities and differences.
We foster connections between enrolled families to build a community and to support the work and activities of EFGS.
We are committed to a reasonable tuition that does not sacrifice sustainability or quality.
Our Values
We offer high quality education with a customized and unique French curriculum designed for students accustomed to the American teaching approach.
We celebrate our students’ unique blend of cultures through their similarities and differences.
We are committed to a reasonable tuition that does not sacrifice sustainability or quality.
We foster connections between enrolled families to build a community and to support the work and activities of EFGS.
What Makes us Unique?
What Makes us Unique?
Community-Driven Foundation:
EFGS was founded in 2009 by a dedicated group of French-speaking parents with the support of the FLAM (Français Langue Maternelle) program, showcasing its strong roots in the community.
Quality Education:
The language program is designed and validated by education professionals, ensuring high-quality instruction that strengthens the four pillars of language: understanding, speaking, writing, and reading, in a stimulating and engaging environment.
Flexible Class Offerings:
EFGS offers French classes for French-speaking students both on-site in Seattle and online, providing flexible learning options to meet the diverse needs of the community.
Community-Driven Foundation:
EFGS was founded in 2009 by a dedicated group of French-speaking parents with the support of the FLAM (Français Langue Maternelle) program, showcasing its strong roots in the community.
Quality Education:
The language program is designed and validated by education professionals, ensuring high-quality instruction that strengthens the four pillars of language: understanding, speaking, writing, and reading, in a stimulating and engaging environment.
Flexible Class Offerings:
EFGS offers French classes for French-speaking students both on-site in Seattle and online, providing flexible learning options to meet the diverse needs of the community.
What People Are Saying?
“We love the friendships and exposure to the French culture that our entire family has gained. It’s a joy when my child shows pride in his ability to speak French. It seems like he wears his ability as a badge of honor that differentiates him and makes him a more accomplished person.”
– Alka
“We love EFGS! This is our 4th year, and we have two children enrolled in the program. The teachers and staff are amazing. We highly recommend EFGS to families who are looking for both quality and affordability French education for their children!”
– Katie and Rich
“Having arrived to Seattle in September 2015, we found EFGS and the French community very welcoming. The girls loved coming to school on Saturday mornings and we were happy to volunteer from time to time to help in class. The teachers are very energetic and nice which makes it a pleasure to drive there every Saturday morning.”
– Marie
“I teach French at the High School level. When I asked some of my students “Why do you write so well ?” “I do Saturday school Madame.” was the response. That’s how I found out about EFGS. I knew we had to get our kids into that program because we don’t just want them to only be able to speak French, we want them to be able to read and write well. At first, they were less than thrilled about going to school on Saturdays but now they are very exited to go every weekend.”
– Deana
“We love the friendships and exposure to the French culture that our entire family has gained. It’s a joy when my child shows pride in his ability to speak French. It seems like he wears his ability as a badge of honor that differentiates him and makes him a more accomplished person.”
– Alka
“We love EFGS! This is our 4th year, and we have two children enrolled in the program. The teachers and staff are amazing. We highly recommend EFGS to families who are looking for both quality and affordability French education for their children!”
– Katie and Rich
“Having arrived to Seattle in September 2015, we found EFGS and the French community very welcoming. The girls loved coming to school on Saturday mornings and we were happy to volunteer from time to time to help in class. The teachers are very energetic and nice which makes it a pleasure to drive there every Saturday morning.”
– Marie
“I teach French at the High School level. When I asked some of my students “Why do you write so well ?” “I do Saturday school Madame.” was the response. That’s how I found out about EFGS. I knew we had to get our kids into that program because we don’t just want them to only be able to speak French, we want them to be able to read and write well. At first, they were less than thrilled about going to school on Saturdays but now they are very exited to go every weekend.”
– Deana
“We love the friendships and exposure to the French culture that our entire family has gained. It’s a joy when my child shows pride in his ability to speak French. It seems like he wears his ability as a badge of honor that differentiates him and makes him a more accomplished person.”
– Alka
“We love EFGS! This is our 4th year, and we have two children enrolled in the program. The teachers and staff are amazing. We highly recommend EFGS to families who are looking for both quality and affordability French education for their children!”
– Katie and Rich
“Having arrived to Seattle in September 2015, we found EFGS and the French community very welcoming. The girls loved coming to school on Saturday mornings and we were happy to volunteer from time to time to help in class. The teachers are very energetic and nice which makes it a pleasure to drive there every Saturday morning.”
– Marie
“I teach French at the High School level. When I asked some of my students “Why do you write so well ?” “I do Saturday school Madame.” was the response. That’s how I found out about EFGS. I knew we had to get our kids into that program because we don’t just want them to only be able to speak French, we want them to be able to read and write well. At first, they were less than thrilled about going to school on Saturdays but now they are very exited to go every weekend.”
– Deana