San Francisco's school system accounts for the high numbers of international students in the city. The public school system employs many bilingual teachers and ESL (English as a second language) programs can be found in most schools to help children integrate.

Private schools are also an excellent resource for international students. Though very expensive compared to public school, many are more flexible in accepting foreign credits and catering to students needs. Tuition for the year is usually between $8,000 and $15,000 a year.

Some notable International schools are:

Chinese American International School
150 Oak Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
Phone : 415-865-6000
Fax: 415-865-6089
www.cais.org/

Woodside International School
1555 Irving Street
San Francisco, CA 94122
Phone : (415) 564-1063
Fax: (415) 564-2511
www.wissf.org/

Lycée Français de San Francisco
150 Oak Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
Phone: 415.558.2000
Fax: 415.558.2024
www.frenchamericansf.org/pk12/