Ecole Bilingue de Berkeley is a pionner French American bilingual school in the East Bay, founded in 1977
It offers an immersion program for children ages 2 to 14 (Preschool to Grade 8).
We prepare students to be not just linguistically but culturally fluent. EB graduates are extraordinary communicators, equipped with critical thinking skills and at ease with complexity
Accredited by CAIS/WASC and the French Ministry of Education.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Yearly Tuition: $32,140
- Acceptance rate: 75%
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Ecole Bilingue De Berkeley ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
Extracurriculars
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Year Founded
1977
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Student Body
Total Students
431 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
27%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Average Class Size
16 students
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$32,140
Tuition Notes
Tuition does not include extended day care.
Summer Program Cost
$460
Summer Program Cost Notes
weekly rate.
% on Financial Aid
55%
Acceptance Rate
75%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Manon Johnson
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
15 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess Club, Chinese, Cooking Classes, Fencing, Lego Robotics, Soccer Classes, Yoga
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Choir, Piano, Ukelele Club, Violin
Recreational Athletic Programs:
basketball, Judo, Soccer Team
Chess Club, Chinese, Cooking Classes, Fencing, Lego Robotics, Soccer Classes, Yoga
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Choir, Piano, Ukelele Club, Violin
Recreational Athletic Programs:
basketball, Judo, Soccer Team
School Notes
- Ecole Bilingue de Berkeley nurtures creative, multilingual learners, equipped to confidently embrace the delights and challenges of an interconnected world.
- Founded in 1977 by a group of parents passionate about bilingual education, Ecole Bilingue has grown to become the most renowned French American school in the East Bay, with about 400 students from Preschool to 8th grade.
- Our students are immersed in the French language and culture for most of their day and acquire solid academic, social and emotional skills throughout their education at EB.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Ecole Bilingue De Berkeley cost?
Ecole Bilingue De Berkeley's tuition is approximately $32,140 for private students and $460 for summer students.
What is the acceptance rate of Ecole Bilingue De Berkeley?
The acceptance rate of Ecole Bilingue De Berkeley is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 84%. Ecole Bilingue De Berkeley's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in California with low acceptance rates.
Does Ecole Bilingue De Berkeley offer a summer program?
Yes, Ecole Bilingue De Berkeley offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Ecole Bilingue De Berkeley offer?
Ecole Bilingue De Berkeley offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Flag Football, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is Ecole Bilingue De Berkeley's ranking?
Ecole Bilingue De Berkeley ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Ecole Bilingue De Berkeley?
The application deadline for Ecole Bilingue De Berkeley is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Ecole Bilingue De Berkeley located?
Ecole Bilingue De Berkeley is located in the Southwest Berkeley neighborhood of Berkeley, CA. There are 5 other private schools located in Southwest Berkeley.
School Calendar
View the Ecole Bilingue De Berkeley yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
MLK, Jr. Day (school closed)
January 20, 2025 (Monday)
President's Day (school closed)
February 17, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break (camp available)
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
Memorial Day (school closed)
May 26, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
June 06, 2025 (Friday)
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School Reviews
5 4/27/2020
Our daughter started at EB in kindergarten, wish we would have started in their preschool program which looks excellent and is a sort of separated from the "big kids." She's in 4th grade now and we have been very happy at EB. The community of parents, teachers and administrators are really wonderful. The school works tirelessly to be the best school out there. Their curriculum is a combination of French, like it would be in France, and American. The kids adapt well to this and they truly become citizens of the world, as their motto promises. I'm writing now especially to say how quickly and unbelievably well the school adapted to online learning when it had to shut down in March 2020, due to the Covid 19 crisis. Other schools took weeks to figure it out. We shut down on a Friday and by Monday, everyone was logging in and had a plan for the day and weeks to come. It's a very impressive place with a wonderful group of committed people.
5 4/27/2020
EB is an absolutely wonderful school. Teachers are top notch, responsive, creative, on top of current methods but intentional, and constantly working on interesting projects that will teach and use skills as well as engage the kids. They're fun and flexible, accommodating different learning styles while maintaining control over the class, which is so important for kids to concentrate and learn. Support staff are amazing, and the Administration is responsive, well-organized, friendly, deeply engaged with the school, and absolutely dedicated to excellence. The curriculum balances French and English so as to provide really solid learning in both, and meeting both French and American standards. Art, music, science, computer programming, and sports are included in the curriculum and used as language learning activities (in the lower grades, at least, many of these are conducted entirely in French). There are loads of extracurriculars available: art, music, soccer, judo, gardening, languages, science and math clubs, cooking- fencing during camps! And also great morning and afternoon childcare coverage for a really reasonable rate.
5 1/25/2018
Fantastic school. Both of my kids have had an amazing time. Incredibly talented and high quality teachers. Excellent, nurturing environment. Great community of caring and diverse parents. My children move between French and English seamlessly and have developed an enriching set of friends. A fantastic school.
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