Now accepting applications for students in Preschool through 8th grade interested in joining a community dedicated to joyful learning, academic excellence, and building a better future for humankind. Register for a tour or apply now.


We find joy in exploring the world around us.

Preschool to Eighth Grade
Philadelphia, PA

We learn through inquiry, discussion, and reflection.

Preschool to Eighth Grade
Philadelphia, PA

We communicate in thoughtful ways to help us make meaning.

Preschool to Eighth Grade
Philadelphia, PA

We work to understand societal issues and take action on the challenges we face.

Preschool to Eighth Grade
Philadelphia, PA

We are building a better future for humankind.

Preschool to Eighth Grade
Philadelphia, PA



Compassionate and Engaged Citizens of the WorldWe believe that children learn best through purpose and play, in a diverse community of teachers and peers where everyone belongs. Our students grapple with complex, real-world problems, learning to find solutions and take action, becoming active changemakers in their own neighborhoods and in the world beyond.

Project-Based Learning

Driven By Inquiry

Our project-based and problem-finding curriculums guide and inspire students to think critically about issues that affect them and the world, while they collaborate with peers to find solutions.

Grounded in the
UN Sustainable Development Goals

Our curriculum is grounded in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, our blueprint to understand and engage with the issues that will impact our communities today and in the future. From our earliest learners in preschool to our eighth-grade leaders, every FFS student is offered a world view in which possibilities and opportunities can be found in every challenge.

The Key Components

A Challenging Problem or Question
It all begins with a meaningful issue focused on one or more of the UN SDGs

Sustained Inquiry
Students engage in an extended process of exploration.

Authenticity
The projects offer real-world content, tasks, tools, and impact.

Cross-Curricular Connections
Students give, receive, and apply feedback to improve their process and product.

Reflection, Critique, and Revision
Students give, receive, and apply feedback to improve their process and product.

Action &
Service
Students make their work public through demonstrations outside of the classroom.

Admissions

Frankford Friends School guides and inspires students’ creativity as they identify problems, find solutions, and take action on the issues that affect them and the world.

Request information or register to attend an Admissions event at our Main Campus or Fishtown Campus.