Baton Rouge Foreign Language Academic Immersion Magnet (FLAIM)

BR FLAIM is an awesome program and we are so pleased to have found it! Being both an immersion and academic program, our daughter is not only receiving an excellent education but becoming bilingual in the process. Like many (most?) of the public EBR schools, the building is not pretty.....but hidden inside is an award winning program, high test scores and classes of children who know way more about the international world than most adults I know! Tour the school, talk to those inside, meet the parents, sit in on a class...that will be a more true reflection of BR FLAIM.
--Submitted by a parent

Awesome program! All four (4) of my children have gone to this school and speak, read & write in French! It is so much fun watching them communicate with others in French...I wish I could!! They also perform GREAT on the standardized test and my oldest is now a Freshman in college and already has a minor in French
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Baton Rouge Foreign Language Academic Immersion Magnet (FLAIM), formerly S. Blvd. Elem., has been called BR's "hidden gem" by school board members. English speaking students become bilingual in either French or Spanish by being taught science, social studies, math, and grammar by certified teachers from French or Spanish speaking countries. English grammar, reading, and language arts are taught by certified American teachers. All of this teaching occurs at an accelerated pace, as this is also an academic magnet school. The facilities are meager, at best; the building is over 50 years old. But one should not be dissuaded by looks; what occurs inside the wall is remarkable. Children leave FLAIM bilingual , and can continue the immersion program at Westdale Middle and in to high school at Baton Rouge High, another of Louisiana's best schools, public or private.
--Submitted by a parent

I absolutely love this school and its faculty. The teachers are extremely friendly and do a fabulous job teaching the students. The kindergarten French and Language Arts teachers made my child feel comfortable and created a productive learning environment. I definitely recommend Baton Rouge FLAIM (previously called South Boulevard) to everyone who is interested in an excellent education for their child.
--Submitted by a parent

If you're looking for a great public school or maybe just an alternative to most regular private schools, South Boulevard is an excellent choice. Students are taught Math, Science, & Social Studies in the "target language" (either French or Spanish) by native speakers, and taught English, Language Arts & Reading by certified (American) teachers. At least 60% or the day is spent immersed in the target language, so the kids really learn how to hear, comprehend, and speak the foreign language. This school is also an academic magnet school, so the educational requirements are quite rigorous. The classes are small, the expectations are clear, and there is a lot of communication between teachers and parents in regards to grades and conduct. The staff is wonderful, and the test scores (LEAP, etc) are outstanding. This is our 4th year at this school, and we are very satisfied with it!
--Submitted by a parent

What a great public school in baton rouge! We moved here from Texas and were worried about the public school system here in Louisiana as many have said it is not that good. Thank goodness we found S. Blvd :) The teacher are GREAT with the kids and my daughter is really learning spanish the correct way with the correct accent. The PTO is really involved and are great and do great things to help the school. Considering the funding from the state is obviously not there. The school is now a 4 star school that alone says wonders! Great school and you don't have to pay hefty 10k like BRIS.
--Submitted by a parent

Excellent educational opportunity - 70% of day spent in immersion and 30% with very high quality English Language Arts instruction. Twice weekly strings (violin, viola,cello) lessons and bi-weekly clubs (many to choose from based on student interest) meet during school time. Lots of computers in classroom, small class sizes, good playground facilities, very warm and responsive environment including principal and guidance counselor. Accelerated Reader used frequently and kids really speak and are taught in target immersion language.
--Submitted by a parent

South Boulevard is a wonderful school. I do not think any amount of money could pay for better a better or more diverse education.
--Submitted by a parent

My daughter has attended South Boulevard since Kindergarten and is now going to be in the Second Grade. Watching her and her classmates interact in French is so amazing you have to visit the school and sit in on the class, just to see it for yourself. Not only is the Principal amazing but so is the whole staff.They go above and beyond for our kids and it shows. The teachers are native speaking in either French or Spanish! The PTO is outstanding and the parental involvement is great to see. It isn't just a school it is a special family.
--Submitted by a parent

My daughter has attended this school since kindergarten and I am very pleased and impressed with what she knows. Not only can she speak and understand french but she excells in her other subjects as well. I reccommend this school to any parent that wants the best education for there child.
--Submitted by a parent