Baltimore, MD, October 2025 -Baltimore International Academy (BIA) is proud to announce that it has been awarded the Label FrancÉducation for the third consecutive cycle.
This is a prestigious recognition granted by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs to schools offering outstanding bilingual French programs outside of France. This renewed distinction underscores BIA's sustained excellence in promoting French language and culture, academic rigor, and global citizenship through immersion education.
Celebration Ceremony During National French Week
To mark this achievement, a celebration ceremony will be held on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, from 10 - 11 a.m., in the BIA Auditorium during National French Week. This event will be presided over by Madam Caroline Monvoisin, the Consul of France in Washington, D.C., and will include remarks from school leaders, students, and distinguished guests, as well as cultural performances by BIA French immersion students.
A Mark of Continued Excellence
• Third Consecutive Award - This renewal affirms BIA's long-standing commitment to high-quality bilingual education and its alignment with the standards of the French education system.
• Academic and Cultural Impact - The Label FrancÉducation validates BIA's integrated approach, where students learn core subjects through French while developing intercultural awareness and global competence.
• Strengthening International Partnerships - BIA continues to collaborate with the French Embassy, France Education International, and other francophone institutions to support teacher training, cultural exchange, and international opportunities for students.
About Label FrancEducation
The Label FrancEducation is an international distinction awarded by the French government to schools offering high-quality bilingual education in French and the host country's national curriculum. It highlights institutions that integrate the French language and culture into strong academic programs, preparing students to become active citizens of the world.
Baltimore International Academy first received the Label FrancÉducation in 2019 and continues to serve as a model of excellence in immersion education in the United States.