Atlanta International School was founded in 1984 and opened its doors to students in 1985. The school was the vision of local families and leaders who wanted a different sort of private school in Atlanta.

One where language learning would be centered – both as a skill and a key to cultural understanding. And one where difference and diversity would be embraced.

These guiding principles are as relevant today as they were then, in our intentionally inclusive community. Collaborating across cultures and languages is just our way of life at AIS.

Head of School: Kevin Glass

Sections:
Early Learning Center (3K & 4K)
Primary School (5K – Grade 5)
Middle School (Grades 6 – 8)
Upper School (Grades 9 -12)

After School Activities: Designed to reinforce the curriculum at AIS, our after school activity programs provide a wonderful opportunity for our Primary School students to make friends, have extended play time, and enjoy activities that expand learning beyond the classroom.

Arts: Theatre, Music, Visual arts, and Media & Film emphasize this creativity and innovation, and also focus on students’ learning the craft; the processes and techniques of an art form.

Campus: Atlanta International School’s 13.5 acre campus is situated in the Garden Hills neighborhood, in the heart of Atlanta’s Buckhead district. The main Secondary School building was designed by classical architect Philip Schutze and is a historic landmark.

Originally the site of North Fulton High School, the building was formally re-dedicated as Atlanta International School on April 27, 1996. Since then there have been major renovations and additions to the campus, including a dedicated Arts, Science and Design building, a new Primary School Center and a new Early Learning Center.

Library: The library at AIS is a vibrant and inclusive hub offering multiple resources, programs and activities that support and enrich the IB curriculum. By developing the love of reading, lifelong learning and research skills, the library prepares our students to become efficient and ethical users of information and to face the challenges of a global, and sometimes overwhelming, information environment.