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School reviews

At Kehoe-France School Southshore, our close-knit community shapes every student’s experience. On our Metairie campus, children thrive in a warm, values-driven environment where curiosity, friendships, and individual growth come first. From STEM labs to arts studios and outdoor spaces, students feel supported, inspired, and ready to explore.

Hear from our families, students, and teachers about how lifelong learners and confident leaders grow at our private school in Metairie - one step at a time.

Dr. Tanya Price

Welcome to Kehoe-France.

Founded in 1962, Kehoe-France develops the whole child through a strong academic foundation, character education, and a collaborative, inquiry-based approach to learning.

Dr. Tanya Price

Head of School

Meet our team
Dr.Alicia Ward

At Kehoe-France Southshore, we combine strong academic foundations with purposeful innovation. By integrating technology thoughtfully into learning, we equip students with the critical thinking, creativity and digital responsibility they need to thrive in a rapidly evolving world.

Dr.Alicia Ward

Deputy Head of School and Director of Technology

Melissa Lee

In Little Pioneers, we focus on creating a warm, caring space where children feel secure and valued. Through guided discovery and meaningful interaction, we support each child’s developmental growth at their own pace.

Melissa Lee

Director of Little Pioneers

Amanda Catalano

Early Childhood is where learning habits begin. Through hands-on experiences, nurturing relationships and consistent routines, we help children develop independence, social skills and a strong foundation for future academic success.

Amanda Catalano

Early Childhood Director

Emily France Poche

Our Preschool classrooms are filled with exploration, imagination and purposeful play. We create a safe and engaging environment where our youngest learners develop confidence, language skills and a lifelong love of learning.

Emily France Poche

Preschool Principal

Angela White

In Elementary, we nurture curiosity and build strong foundational skills in a joyful, structured environment. We want every child to feel known, capable and excited to come to school each day.

Angela White

Elementary Principal

Samantha Gammon

Middle School is a transformative time. Our focus is on guiding students to grow in confidence, independence and character, while challenging them academically and supporting their social-emotional development every step of the way.

Samantha Gammon

Middle School Principal

Nicole Stumpf

Choosing the right school is an important decision for every family. My goal is to make the admissions process welcoming, informative and personal, ensuring each family feels confident and supported from their first visit onward.

Nicole Stumpf

Director of Admissions

Arielle Bell

The Path to Success gate represents everything you need to see and feel about the learning your children will experience here at Kehoe-France School.

The students truly love being here. When parents visit, they see the excitement and light in their children’s eyes - the kind you don’t want to take away. And that, in itself, is truly remarkable.

Arielle Bell

KFS - PK3 Teacher

Kehoe-France has helped me grow in confidence both academically and socially. My teachers challenge me, support me, and truly care about my success.

Middle School Student

I love coming to school because learning is fun and my teachers make me feel important every day.

Elementary Student

I like story time, playing with my friends, and trying new things with my teacher.

Preschool Student

Being part of a school team has taught me discipline and teamwork. My coaches and teachers always support me on and off the field.

Student

I feel encouraged to express myself through art and writing. There is always someone supporting my ideas and creativity.

Student

The nurturing environment in the early years made all the difference for our child. The teachers truly understand how young children learn and grow.

Early Childhood Parent

We value the strong academic foundation and the emphasis on character development. Our child feels happy, supported and motivated to learn.

Elementary Parent

Dr. Tanya Price

Head of School

Dr.Alicia Ward

Deputy Head of School and Director of Technology

Melissa Lee

Director of Little Pioneers

Amanda Catalano

Early Childhood Director

Emily France Poche

Preschool Principal

Angela White

Elementary Principal

Samantha Gammon

Middle School Principal

Nicole Stumpf

Director of Admissions

Arielle Bell

KFS - PK3 Teacher

Middle School Student

Elementary Student

Preschool Student

Student

Student

Early Childhood Parent

Elementary Parent

Dr. Tanya Price

Head of School

Dr.Alicia Ward

Deputy Head of School and Director of Technology

Melissa Lee

Director of Little Pioneers

Amanda Catalano

Early Childhood Director

Emily France Poche

Preschool Principal

Angela White

Elementary Principal

Samantha Gammon

Middle School Principal

Nicole Stumpf

Director of Admissions

Arielle Bell

KFS - PK3 Teacher

Middle School Student

Elementary Student

Preschool Student

Student

Student

Early Childhood Parent

Elementary Parent

Latest news

A night to remember: Frenchy paints newsies at Kehoe-France

12 May 2025

A night to remember: Frenchy paints newsies at Kehoe-France

At Kehoe-France, we believe in giving our students every opportunity to express themselves—and one of the most vibrant outlets is theater.

Junior pelicans FUNdamentals program soars at Kehoe-France Southshore!

26 September 2023

Junior pelicans FUNdamentals program soars at Kehoe-France Southshore!

It was an exciting day at Kehoe-France Southshore last week as our Kindergarten and 1st grade champions met Pierre the Pelican!

IB Night 2022

3 June 2022

IB Night 2022

Thank you to all who attended our IB Project Showcase last night at WPS!

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