A non-selective, extra-curricular pathway to bilingualism.
Comprehensive English language programs from PreK to Grade 12 on Wednesdays and Saturdays, designed to support students of all proficiency levels from Beginner to Anglophone.
The American School of Paris Extension Program is a leading extra-curricular English language program in the Paris region, unique to offer external students an opportunity to access an international education setting through an extra-curricular program.
We view all students as emergent bilinguals. Acceptance into our programs is not selective and remains guided by the student's profile and goals, serving to design an individual pathway to success.
The Extension Programs are programs of excellence rooted in the American School of Paris' philosophy and pedagogical practices: academic rigor, openness to the world, innovation, creativity, and personal fulfillment. Deeply committed to our mission, we thrive on creating wonderful learning experiences for our students.
As with the non-English-speaking (EAL) students at our school, English acquisition is pursued in three stages: the discovery of language learning through immersion, followed by maximum exposure to develop skills and, as soon as comprehension and communication allow it, immersion into the English Language Arts group. Bilingual students enter the English Language Arts track directly.
The Primary Program is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where English language acquisition and personal growth are equally important. Students discover English or develop their communication skills in English with academic goals in mind.
The curriculum is developed around the American approach to education, which offers academic rigor as well as a focus on social and emotional development to instill in students confidence, positivity, and a ‘can do’ attitude.
The framework is articulated around meaningful content areas that students relate to and are learning about in their native language. As students achieve linguistic independence, they develop complex comprehension and communication skills in English in each one of these content areas.
Classes propose a fine balance between instruction, project work, cultural celebrations, and service learning. Among popular projects and events: the ASP Food Drive End of the year show, Holiday Songfest.
Students can opt for both morning and afternoon classes. The framework remains identical with adjustment to content and the reinforcement of the morning's skills.
The Wednesday program is open to children who have some comprehension of spoken English.
Grades: K5–Grade 5 (Grande Section Maternelle–CM2)
Dates: September 24, 2025–June 10, 2026 (30 sessions)
*Children should be entering K5 (Grande Section) in September 2025.
Grades: 3 years old*–Grade 5 (Petite Section Maternelle*–CM2)
Dates: September 27, 2025–June 13, 2026 (26 sessions)
*Children should be entering K3 (Petite Section) in September 2025 and must be toilet-trained.
The Secondary Program creates connections to the real world, challenges students to master skills, and at high school, anticipates their needs as they prepare for their future. The curriculum focuses on key language areas: listening, speaking, reading, and writing to improve communication skills in social and academic contexts. Students work from engaging and meaningful materials: Anglophone literature, current events, social issues, community building projects. The development of public speaking skills in a variety of settings is an essential part of the curriculum. Students practice individual and group presentations, recitals, drama-oriented activities, and speaking exercises to build language skills and confidence.
Authentic learning programs in place at the American School of Paris place students in situations of interaction with their peers at ASP and in the international community.
English is the language of communication and instruction across all classes. Grades or levels are mixed. All lessons are tailored to each group.
Grades: Grades 6–12 (6ème–Terminale)
Dates: September 24, 2025–June 10, 2026 (30 sessions)
Grades: Grades 6–12 (6ème–Terminale)
Dates: September 27, 2025–June 13, 2026 (26 sessions)
We are pleased to offer students a lunch option which is available at an additional charge.
The lunch option is available for the Wednesday morning 9:15 a.m.–1:15 p.m. and Wednesday all-day 9:15 a.m.–5:00 p.m. programs.
Staffed by our team of French chefs, our cafeteria provides fresh and balanced meals to our students including vegetables and fresh seasonal fruits as well as organic products. Our cafeteria is green-friendly!
Students who have not signed up for the lunch option are invited to bring a lunch box.
A 30 minute lunch break is scheduled 11:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
There is no lunch option available for the Saturday program.
Families may enroll for lunch service at an additional cost during the enrollment process for Wednesday primary courses. Registration to lunch service will be available in September 2025.
The Wednesday program is open to children who have some comprehension of spoken English.
Payment does not guarantee a place in the program. Our office will contact you within the deadline to confirm whether we have a place available for your child(ren).
If your full payment is not received upon submission of your application form, the Extension Program of the American School of Paris reserves the right to cancel your application and assign it to another student.
In case of unpaid invoices and after several reminders, the Extension Program of the American School of Paris reserves the right to call upon a collection company in case of unpaid invoices. Your data will be shared with them for the sole purpose of recovering the amounts due.
A modification or a cancellation of the application must be notified in writing to extension@asparis.fr
Any cancellation is subject to the below:
In the case of serious medical or family reasons (relocation, death in the family, etc.) , and upon presentation of a medical certificate or written evidence sent by email or mail, an administration fee of €75 will be charged.
ASP Extension reserves the right to cancel a proposed session if the number of registrations is insufficient. In such cases, ASP Extension will offer alternatives or reimbursement for services not provided..
If as a result of unforeseen and compelling circumstances (such as demonstrations, weather conditions, pandemics and/or any other events jeopardizing the safety of students and teachers attending the school) that would lead the administration of the American School of Paris to temporarily close its school, ASP Extension would be obliged to close its programs without refund for the same period of time.
We do not organize visits of campus but a virtual tour of campus is available on the ASP website. Also, a parent/teacher orientation is organized in September for families that are registered in our annual program.
We do not offer a free trial class. Our classes are tailored to each group composition. For information on class content, please contact us at extension@asparis.fr.
ASP Extension reserves the right to cancel a proposed session if the number of registrations is insufficient (see our cancellation policy above).
A maximum of 16 students per class. Grades and proficiency levels may be grouped. We don't honor requests for friends to be in the same class for our language and activity programs.
We do accept applications in the course of the school year depending on our availabilities. You may contact our office at extension@asparis.fr.
Students at ASP are expected to behave, both on and off campus, in a manner which reflects well on themselves, the school, their families. Mutual respect and consideration are the keys to making our school and program a great place to be. Below are some specific details that will no doubt create a positive experience for everyone :
ASP Extension reserves the right to expel without issuing a refund any student whose behavior is deemed unacceptable by Extension or the School's administration. Behaviors resulting in expulsion: bullying, physical or verbal aggression, theft, destruction of others' or the School's property, repeated nonappearance in classes or activities.