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Kehoe-France Northshore - where students are guided by curiosity, grounded in values, and lead with heart
A trusted legacy
Learn, grow, and thrive at Kehoe-France Northshore, where a 75-year legacy of academic excellence, character, and community nurtures confident, kind, and capable learners prepared for lifelong success.
IB World School
Experience an inquiry-driven IB education that builds curiosity, confidence, and critical thinking, preparing students with the skills and mindset they need for high school and beyond in a rapidly evolving world.
Top high school placement
Benefit from 100% high school placement, with every graduate accepted into their first-choice school through strong academic preparation and personalized guidance.
Innovative digital learning
Explore technology with purpose across various platforms, from STEM and coding to collaborative projects on Seesaw, IXL, and Google Classroom, building digital literacy, creativity, and problem-solving across the curriculum.
Language learning
Develop strong Spanish skills from age two with interactive, standards-aligned lessons that build communication, empathy, and intercultural understanding, preparing students for advanced language study.
Skills for life
Grow essential life skills through the IB Learner Profile, Approaches to Learning, and ISP Life Competencies, shaping into confident, creative, and collaborative learners ready to adapt and lead in any future path.
Athletics excellence
Build teamwork, resilience, and healthy habits through athletics, PE, active recess, and competitive sports, strengthening confidence, character, and school pride season after season.
Wellbeing & pastoral care
Feel a strong sense of belonging with wellbeing at the core of school life, supported by the Komodo Wellbeing platform and a caring culture that nurtures both students and staff every day.
Life beyond academics
Explore passions and leadership through rich extra-curriculars, leadership opportunities, performances, and service projects, building responsibility, voice, and a strong sense of belonging.
International opportunities
Connect with the world through ISP International Learning Opportunities, global competitions, and signature field experiences, collaborating with peers worldwide and growing as open-minded, culturally aware citizens.
Welcoming campus
Learn in a welcoming, safe environment with flexible learning spaces where students explore, experiment and solve real-world problems together every day.
Kehoe-France Northshore students collaborate with peers around the world through global skill-building programs and learning opportunities as part of the International Schools Partnership network.
Our private school in Covington prepares students for high school and beyond through a continuous International Baccalaureate (IB) pathway, with the Primary Years Programme (PYP) from Pre-K3 to Grade 4 and the Middle Years Programme (MYP) in Grades 5–7. Throughout this journey, students grow as independent, lifelong learners ready to contribute to a global society.
Early Childhood
8 weeks – 2 years
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Embark on a journey of joyful discovery in a nurturing, play-based environment from day one. In Reggio Emilia-inspired spaces, toddlers build early life skills, independence, confidence, and curiosity through warm relationships, sensory experiences, and playful exploration.
Preschool
Grades PreK3 – PreK4
Explore, discover, and develop early literacy, numeracy, and IB PYP skills while building independence and a love of learning. In a nurturing, play-based environment, young learners engage in hands-on activities that foster curiosity and confidence.
Elementary School
Grades K – 4
Grow as a curious, confident learner through the IB Primary Years Programme. Master subjects exploring Spanish, STEM, visual arts, music, physical education, library, and grow talents with hands-on, project-based learning and activities.
Middle School
Grades 5 – 7
Excel in core subjects, design, Spanish, visual and performing arts, and physical education as part of the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), building leadership, resilience, and teamwork to feel confident and ready for high school and beyond.
As part of International Schools Partnership, every child’s journey is enriched with proven learning experiences that forever spark curiosity and grow confidence.
Academic achievement
Strong academic outcomes open pathways to leading universities and future opportunities worldwide.
Life competencies
Build the human skills needed to adapt, collaborate, and keep learning throughout life.
Multilingualism
Develop fluency across languages, cultures, and global environments.
Take part in global experiences that broaden perspectives and build confidence.
Life and career pathways
Explore personalized university and career pathways shaped around individual ambitions.
Strong academic results begin with students who feel challenged, supported, and engaged in learning.Students across ISP schools consistently achieve results above local and international benchmarks through learning experiences that challenge thinking, deepen understanding, and help every learner keep getting better.
Students are growing up in a world shaped by rapid technological change, uncertainty, and challenges we cannot yet predict.To thrive, they need the skills that give them the curiosity to question, the confidence to adapt, the ability to collaborate, and the resilience to keep learning throughout life.International Schools Partnership – ISP has partnered with Camtree at Hughes Hall, University of Cambridge, in developing ways to embed life competencies into everyday learning experiences across ISP Schools worldwide.
Language opens doors to new cultures, perspectives, and opportunities.Students across ISP schools develop proficiency in multiple world languages while continuing to strengthen their home or first language.Through meaningful learning experiences and international collaboration, students build the confidence to communicate across cultures and thrive in global environments.
International learning experiences help students see beyond their own environment and understand the world from different perspectives.Students across ISP Schools take part in unique collaborations, exchanges, competitions, and global experiences that encourage curiosity, teamwork, and independent thinking.Working with global partners, these life changing opportunities help students build confidence, strengthen relationships, and adapt to new experiences across cultures and countries.
Every student’s future pathway is different and through our Future Pathways program, families are supported by specialist counselors and advisors who guide subject choices, university applications, and career decisions with personalized support throughout the learning journey.University fairs, global experts, and our A–Z Speaker Series help students explore emerging careers and future industries with confidence.Students benefit from exclusive ISP scholarships and opportunities with some of the world’s most recognized institutions.
Start your child's journey with confidence. Complete your application and prepare for an exciting start.
Initial inquiry
Start your child’s journey at Kehoe-France Northshore by completing our online inquiry form. Share a few details about your family and your preferred start date so our Admissions team can guide you through the next steps.
Schedule a tour
Book a personal tour of the campus to see our classrooms, meet our team, and experience daily life at Kehoe-France Northshore. We will answer your questions and help you explore the best fit for your child.
Submit application
Complete and submit your child’s enrollment application with the required documents. Our Admissions Office will also request school records or assessments, where applicable, to support your application.
KFN Experience Day
For applicable grades, your child is invited to spend a day on campus. They join lessons, meet teachers and classmates, and experience our nurturing and engaging learning environment firsthand.
Receive your offer
Once the process is complete, families receive written notification with an offer of admission, wait list status or, where necessary, a decision not to offer a place at this time.
Welcome to Kehoe-France Northshore
Confirm your child’s place by accepting the offer, submitting all enrollment forms, and paying the required fees. You’ll receive everything you need for a confident start, including term dates, uniform details, and first-day schedule.
Our inclusive, close-knit community is at the heart of everything we do - where every child is known, challenged, and cared for. Discover what our students and families have to say about their experience.
At Kehoe-France School, we believe education should challenge the mind, shape character, and nurture the whole child.
Our students are known, supported, and inspired in a community that values academic excellence, integrity, and personal growth. Every day, we partner with families to prepare children not only for success in school, but for life beyond the classroom.
Dr. Tanya L. Price
Executive Head of School
Serving as the Upper School Principal for 1st through 7th grade at Kehoe-France Northshore is both a privilege and a responsibility I value deeply.
These are the years when curiosity grows into confidence, character begins to take shape, and students discover a genuine love of learning. My goal is to ensure every child feels known, challenged, and inspired to become not only strong students, but also kind and thoughtful leaders in our community.
Brandy Calato
Upper School Principal
Regardless of what learning space you walk into indoors or outdoors, you're going to see happily engaged students that feel safe to take risks in their learning. They are making connections to the real world.
Sarah Ficarra
Lower School Principal
Welcoming families to Kehoe-France Northshore is one of the most meaningful parts of my role.
Our school offers more than an excellent education—it offers a community where students are celebrated as individuals, challenged to think deeply, and supported every step of their journey. It is a joy to welcome families into a place where learning is meaningful and relationships truly matter.
Hannah Chestnut
Admissions Director
You know, getting them to those "Aha" moments and help the students understand the world around them, and realizing that it's bigger than just Covington, Louisiana. I believe that’s what sets Kehoe-France apart - we are shaping the leaders of tomorrow.
Craig Brodie
Middle School Teacher
Join Kehoe-France Northshore, an IB World School, where curiosity drives discovery, and students become compassionate leaders equipped to make a real difference in the world.
