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The school is an IB World School offering the full continuum: Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 3–12, Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 11–16, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for ages 16–19. Located at 10333 Diego Drive South, Boca Raton, Florida, Boca Prep is part of the SEK-IES network of schools and universities, reflecting a global community with international program partnerships and exchanges. The campus provides outdoor facilities including a track, a soccer field, a beach volleyball court, and a basketball facility to support a holistic approach to learning that blends academics with athletics and the arts. The DP leads to six subjects (three HL, three SL) plus Theory of Knowledge, an Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity, Service, preparing students for university study worldwide. Extra programs include a Performance Program, and partnerships with RipTide Volleyball Club, Don Law Golf, and Rick Macci Tennis Academy. Clubs support student leadership.
Telluride Mountain School is a PreK-12 independent, fully accredited school in Telluride, Colorado. The early years follow Montessori principles, while the upper grades pursue the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program for juniors and seniors. In grades 7–12 the program emphasizes rigorous mathematics, in-depth research skills, applied scientific inquiry, seminar-style humanities, and Spanish language immersion, alongside ongoing arts, athletics, and technology. The IB Core includes the Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge, and Creativity, Activity, and Service. IB examinations are externally moderated and can earn college credit; diplomas are issued in the summer after graduation. Experiential and outdoor education, including immersion projects and field-based learning, complements academics. The school offers strong visual arts and music programs, with the Rock and Roll Academy providing music instruction in a multimedia environment. Community service and service learning are integral, and the Student Life Curriculum supports leadership, mindfulness, and wellbeing through clubs such as robotics and theater.
International School of Monterey is an IB World School in Seaside, California, founded around 2001 and celebrating its 25th anniversary. Serving K-8 with IB PYP and MYP, the school features a Schoolwide Enrichment Model, Social-Emotional Learning curriculum, and enrollment lottery.
Léman Manhattan Preparatory School is a private, coeducational day and boarding school in downtown Manhattan that delivers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme within a K–12 continuum. The school emphasizes four pillars—Academic Rigor, Global Education, Personalized Learning for Each Child, and Partnerships that Drive Results—shaping an inquiry-based curriculum. A globally diverse community represents more than 50 nationalities, with world language learning beginning in PreK 2 and offering Mandarin, French, and Spanish through grade 5. The curriculum is organized into the Center for Early Childhood Education, Lower School, Middle School, and High School. Campus facilities include the Cunard Building upper school with a research library, theatres, and science and technology labs, plus the Broad Street Campus for younger students with libraries, pools, and studios. Distinctive programs include the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award, Model UN, Camp Léman, and the Léman Conservatory, complemented by a vibrant Fine Arts program and a 400-seat theatre.
United Nations International School (UNIS) is a Pre‑K–12 day program affiliated with the United Nations and delivering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for ages 4 to 18. The campus network comprises a four‑story Manhattan site along the East River and a Queens campus serving K–8, with a combined footprint of 226,000 feet, 200 classrooms, 15 science laboratories, and three libraries. UNIS aligns its curriculum with Common Core Math Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, NY ELA standards, and British Columbia Social Studies Standards, while maintaining the IB learner profile across teaching and assessment. Distinctive features include a roof gym in a bubble and an outdoor running track, a language program (nine languages and a mother‑tongue offering), and travel, arts, and service opportunities. Students participate in UNIS‑UN and MUN conferences, perform at venues such as Carnegie Hall, and complete 30 hours of community service each year, alongside 38 interscholastic sports teams.
Located in Boston's Back Bay, The Newman School is an independent boarding and day school for grades 7 through 12. Founded in 1945, it offers a traditional liberal arts education alongside International Baccalaureate options. The Middle Years Programme (MYP) runs from Grade 7 to 10, preparing students for the Diploma Programme (DP) in Grades 11 and 12. In Grade 11 students select one of three academic paths, leading to the Newman High School Diploma or the IB Diploma. The DP Core comprises Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS); the Extended Essay; and Theory of Knowledge. Language offerings include French, Latin, and Spanish, and the student body represents about 40 countries with 23 languages spoken. The City is Our Campus framework connects learning with Boston partnerships, leveraging facilities across EBERSOL Field, Huntington YMCA, The Track at New Balance, and more. A broad range of clubs supports inquiry, leadership, and community involvement and service.
Riverstone International School is an IB World School in Boise, Idaho, serving approximately 300 students from preschool through Grade 12. The school represents over 41 countries and nationalities. Boarding is available for grades 8-12 on a 14-acre campus. Ranked the number 1 private school in Boise by Niche, 97% of graduates are accepted into top 150 US colleges and universities. The Class of 2025 earned an average of USD 305,000 per student in merit-based aid. Over one-third of students receive tuition assistance. The school is built on five pillars: Academic Excellence, Community and Service, Leadership by Example, International Understanding, and Outdoor Education. 61% of teachers hold advanced degrees.
Rochambeau is a bilingual French–English day school in Bethesda, serving preschoolers aged 2 through 12th grade. It operates on two campuses, Maplewood (ages 2–5) and Forest Road (6–12), and is the only school in the Washington, DC area accredited by the French Ministry of Education within the AEFE network. The curriculum blends the French national program with English instruction, offering the French Baccalauréat International (BFI) or the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB DP) after grade 12, with the Maryland High School Diploma awarded after grade 11. Beginning in ninth grade, families may choose the French track or the IB pathway. World languages include Spanish and German, with Latin as an elective, and a French Immersion program starts in early childhood. Facilities include Maplewood's 11.2-acre campus, 37 classrooms, four playgrounds, a turf field, music/science/cooking spaces, a library, and two gyms, plus a health center. Rochambeau celebrates its 70th anniversary in 2026 together.
Rochambeau is a bilingual French–English day school in Bethesda, serving preschoolers aged 2 through 12th grade. It operates on two campuses, Maplewood (ages 2–5) and Forest Road (6–12), and is the only school in the Washington, DC area accredited by the French Ministry of Education within the AEFE network. The curriculum blends the French national program with English instruction, offering the French Baccalauréat International (BFI) or the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB DP) after grade 12, with the Maryland High School Diploma awarded after grade 11. Beginning in ninth grade, families may choose the French track or the IB pathway. World languages include Spanish and German, with Latin as an elective, and a French Immersion program starts in early childhood. Facilities include Maplewood's 11.2-acre campus, 37 classrooms, four playgrounds, a turf field, music/science/cooking spaces, a library, and two gyms, plus a health center. Rochambeau celebrates its 70th anniversary in 2026 together.
International School of Boston is an independent, non-profit day school in Cambridge, Massachusetts, educating ages 2 to 18. The historic Cambridge campus at 45 Matignon Road anchors the school's facilities, including dedicated libraries for each division, a large gym, a Media Center, two playgrounds, shared outdoor fields, and spaces for visual and performing arts. The curriculum spans IB (MYP and DP) and French and American programs, with two internationally recognized diplomas offered: the French Baccalaureate and the IB, taught in English in Upper School. From Maternelle through Upper School, instruction is bilingual in French and English. Maternelle blends the French Ministry of Education framework with Massachusetts preschool standards; Lower School is accredited by the French Ministry of Education. Middle School is bilingual with options to emphasize either language and to pursue IB or Baccalaureate tracks. Upper School students choose between the French Baccalaureate or IB, with language options in Spanish, German, and Mandarin.
The International School of Indiana is an independent IB school in Indianapolis, offering Pre-Elementary through High School. The school provides language immersion in French, Mandarin, and Spanish with English, transitioning to dual-language instruction in upper grades. Over 40 clubs and 20+ athletic teams are available.
Long Trail School is a co-educational, college preparatory day school in Dorset, Vermont, serving grades 6-12. With a 7:1 student-to-faculty ratio and 100% graduation rate, the school offers an IB programme alongside experiential outdoor learning in the Green Mountains.
Located on the East River in Kips Bay, The British International School of New York educates students from age 3 to 18 on a campus. The school offers a blended curriculum that combines the English National Curriculum with IB approaches in the Primary and Middle Years, and Cambridge IGCSE and A Levels in Upper School. Early Years integrates the UK Early Years Foundation Stage with the IB Primary Years Programme; Lower School uses the EN Curriculum within an IB framework; Middle School provides IB-based inquiry alongside IGCSE preparation; Upper School follows IGCSE and A Levels. Opened in 2006, BIS-NY launched its Upper School in 2018. Facilities include outdoor play areas, onsite swimming pool, science labs, art studios, libraries, dedicated spaces for music, languages, STEM and design. Additional strengths include a truly robust performing arts program, language clubs, and after-school activities led by groups such as Green Team and BIS-NY Bulldogs.
Villanova Preparatory School is a Catholic Augustinian boarding and day school on a 131-acre campus in Ojai, California, serving middle and high school students from 13 countries. With 100% college acceptance, 16 athletic teams, 25 student clubs, and a soccer academy, the school is 30 minutes from California beaches.
Lausanne Collegiate School is an independent co-educational IB World School in Memphis, Tennessee, serving PreK through Grade 12 on a 32-acre lakeside campus. With 73 countries represented, a 7:1 student-teacher ratio, and 100% college acceptance, it offers the full International Baccalaureate continuum across PYP, MYP, and Diploma programmes.
The Red Oaks School is a private independent day school in Morristown, New Jersey, serving Pre-K through Grade 8. The school combines Montessori (Pre-K to 4th grade) with the IB Middle Years Programme (Grades 5-8), featuring a 9:1 student-teacher ratio and the Pollyanna Racial Literacy Program.
Snowden International School at Copley is a public high school in the Boston Public Schools district serving ages 14 to 18. The school delivers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme alongside a college-preparatory curriculum with a dedicated international studies and world language focus. Instruction is in English, and students study four years of world language alongside the history, science and mathematics curricula. The program emphasizes inquiry, intercultural understanding and service, with Travel Study experiences and on-going tutoring from the Calderwood Writing Center and college tutors. The campus operates across three buildings in an open-campus arrangement. Snowden aims to foster global awareness and responsibility, preparing students to succeed in a diverse American society. Facilities describe a multicultural urban environment in central Boston, with a strong emphasis on language learning and civic engagement, underpinned by a rigorous IB program and college-prep pathways. Its travel studies and community partnerships broaden global perspectives for students.
Westlake Academy is a municipally-operated public IB World School charter in Westlake, Texas, founded in 2003. Serving K-12 as an open-enrollment school, the academy offers the IB Primary Years, Middle Years, and Diploma Programmes with a house system, athletics, and study abroad opportunities.
YingHua International School (YHIS) in Kingston, New Jersey, is an IB World School offering English and Mandarin Chinese immersion from 18 months through 8th grade. Dedicated to developing compassionate, effective, and ethical global citizens, it features inquiry-based learning, hands-on experiential education, and a whole-person development approach.
Private day and boarding school in Houston's Energy Corridor serving ages 2–18. The Village School offers IB Diploma Programme, AP, the American Curriculum, and a bespoke option. The IB for ages 14–18 covers six subjects (usually three HL and three SL) with Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity and Service; language study is integrated and assessment combines external exams with school tasks. Founded in 1966, the school serves an international community and is part of Nord Anglia Education. The 28-acre campus spans 200,000 square feet of facilities, including a state‑of‑the‑art athletic center and natatorium, a makerspace, a STEAM Wing, an amphitheater, and a Black Box Theater, plus a dormitory with 24/7 security. Tech is integrated with MacBooks and iPads. Extracurriculars include Juilliard master classes, the Juilliard Summer Vocal Program, and a Winter Fine Arts Festival. The Class of 2022 was accepted to many top colleges, and the IB pass rate was 100%.
International School of Portland is an independent private IB World School offering preschool through elementary education with language immersion in Spanish, Japanese, and Mandarin Chinese. The IB Primary Years Programme uses inquiry-based learning across core subjects through three immersion tracks - Spanish, Japanese, or Chinese, with English support as needed. The Spanish Track teaches the IB curriculum entirely in Spanish and culminates in a 5th-grade Capstone trip to a Spanish-speaking country, earning International Spanish Academy designation. The Japanese Track features native-level teachers and a Japanese-immersion IB curriculum, culminating in a 5th-grade Capstone Study Abroad trip to Japan; older students may complete Avant STAMP 4S and pursue Seals of Biliteracy. The Chinese Track is the longest-running immersion program in the region, with Mandarin-taught math, science, and social studies within the IB framework, culminating in a 5th-grade Capstone trip to a sister school in China. English instruction supports immersion learners and aligns with standards.
Pulaski International School of Chicago is a public International Baccalaureate World School within Chicago Public Schools, serving students ages 4 to 14. It offers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) with English as the language of instruction. The curriculum includes Math, Performing Arts, Physical and Health Education, MYP Design, and Spanish Language Acquisition, delivered through project-based instruction, differentiated teaching, with biliteracy and cross-cultural understanding. Language teachers provide weekly updates to families. A distinctive feature is the Regional Gifted Center for English Language Learners, with Spanish as the primary language and English language support, delivering accelerated reading and math while aligning with the IB framework for all students. The Biliteracy Seal is supported through an associated exam. The arts program covers Art, Music, and Design, and field trips extend learning across disciplines. The school emphasizes social-emotional learning within a bilingual, cross-cultural environment.
Silicon Valley International School (INTL) is a bilingual IB World School serving students from preschool to 12th grade across two campuses: the Cohn Campus in Palo Alto and the Willows Campus in Menlo Park. Formed in 2021 from the merger of Peninsula French-American School and Alto International School, INTL offers the full IB continuum—Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme—alongside bilingual curricula in Mandarin Chinese/English, French/English, and German/English. The Upper School Language Acquisition program provides a second language pathway for 6th–12th grade English-speaking students, culminating in the IB Diploma. The school emphasizes inquiry-based learning, social-emotional development, and a dynamic bilingual approach. Facilities support arts, design thinking, computer science and educational technology, athletics, and extensive after‑school activities. Distinctive programs include Round Square exchanges and international service trips, alongside Duke of Edinburgh's Award opportunities for older students. The campus culture celebrates multilingual collaboration, global citizenship, and hands-on learning across disciplines.
Dallas International School (DIS) is a private school in Dallas serving ages 2 to 18 across campuses. The school blends the French national curriculum with U.S. education practices through a bilingual program, offering the French Program recognized by the French Ministry of Education through 12th grade, and an English-language International Program from grade 5 to 12 that culminates in the International Baccalaureate Diploma, including a Bilingual IB Diploma. DIS has been an IB World School since 2007, and it provides both the French Baccalaureate pathway and the IB Diploma pathway in high school. The Primary Campus includes a library, STEM Lab. The Secondary Campus features a library, art room, and dance studio. The school emphasizes language study (French, English, and third languages such as Spanish and Mandarin), athletics and arts programs. DIS is located across from UT Dallas, with a shuttle service between campuses and meals provided by SAGE Dining Services.
EFAC, The French American School of Chicago, is a bilingual French-American program located in Lincoln Park, integrated within the Chicago Public Schools through partnerships with Abraham Lincoln Elementary School and Lincoln Park High School. Founded in 1981 within ALES, the school expanded to LPHS in 1995-1996 and now serves Kindergarten through 12th grade. The French Ministry of National Education accredits the program for K–5 as CM2, while the middle and high school follow the CNED curriculum, with the option to pursue the French Baccalauréat, including the French section. The curriculum blends CPS curricula with French standards, featuring courses taught entirely in French across language, literature, mathematics, history and the arts, with deeper emphasis on literature, history and geography as students advance. The school also offers a bilingual International Baccalaureate framework to support study at international universities. EFAC benefits from the facilities and extracurricular opportunities of its CPS partners for students.
ISDenver is an IB World School serving PreK through Grade 12 with two Denver campuses. It offers the International Baccalaureate continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) alongside a bilingual framework aligned with French and Indian curricula. The Primary Years Programme is delivered in English and Spanish; the Diploma Programme is taught in English and French. The school follows a progressive bilingual model: about 90% language immersion in preschool through Grade 2, a 50/50 English–language split from Grades 3–5, and language-focused block schedules in Grades 6–8. A Chinese language program is integrated in the Middle Years, complemented by additional language offerings and international trips. ISDenver maintains a Section française and is a partner in the AEFE network. The PreK–G8 campus at 7701 East First Place, Unit C, and the High School Campus at 458 Uinta Way are equipped with libraries, gymnasia, and fields. The school emphasizes service learning, after-school clubs in robotics, drama, and third-language study, and international journeys if applicable for students over various grades.
Madison Country Day School is the only independent Pre-K-12 IB World School in Wisconsin, serving 497 students on a 40-acre campus in Waunakee. With a 7:1 student-faculty ratio, 29.6 average ACT, and 95% of graduates receiving college merit awards, the school holds NAIS, ISACS, and IB accreditation.
Arthur I. Meyer Jewish Preparatory School is a Junior Kindergarten through 8th-grade day school located on a 14-acre campus in Palm Beach Gardens. The school utilizes the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme for its students in grades 6 through 8, while younger learners engage in a dual-language environment focusing on both English and Hebrew. Facilities include the Cohn Family Innovation Lab, which contains 3D printers, laser cutters, and robotics equipment to support hands-on engineering projects. The campus also features a dedicated TV production studio and a multi-sport gymnasium for physical education. A defining tradition of the academy is the annual 8th-grade trip to Israel, which serves as the capstone for the Judaic Studies and Hebrew curricula. Students also participate in fine arts, including ceramics and annual musical theater productions. Daily lunch is included in the tuition, and the school provides bus transportation from neighboring areas like Wellington and West Palm Beach.
Albert Einstein Academies is a public charter school system in San Diego, comprising the Elementary AEACES (3035 Ash St) and the Middle AEACMS (458 26th Street), with a planned High School adjacent to the middle campus. The network offers an International Baccalaureate continuum, including the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP) currently in place, with the Diploma Programme (DP) expected to launch in Fall 2026. In addition, the schools follow the American curriculum and deliver a bilingual English/German immersion focus in the early grades. The AEAs began as a single charter in 2002 and aim for TK–12 growth, serving over 2,000 students. Facilities include two campuses: a 36‑classroom Elementary site with an auditorium and exterior sports field; and a four‑story Middle School building with a gym and outdoor courts. The ExchangeStein international travel and FoAEA volunteer network strengthen community and global awareness for students.
Lycée Français de San Francisco (LFSF) is an international school serving PreK–12 with two bilingual tracks: a French Track aligned to the French Ministry of National Education, and an International Track powered by the International Baccalaureate (IB). Students aged 2 to 18 benefit from continuous education across three campuses: Ashbury (Preschool–Grade 5) in San Francisco, Sausalito (Preschool–Grade 5) in Marin, and Ortega (Middle–High School) in San Francisco. The International Track follows the IB Middle Years Programme (Grades 6–10) and the IB Diploma Programme (Grades 11–12). The school is accredited by the French Ministry and CAIS and is part of the AEFE network. Across campuses sustainability is embedded: Eco-Delegates, solar aquaponics, water cisterns, living green walls, and an organic Cantine kitchen. LFSF hosts a diverse community of around 50 nationalities and offers strong arts, athletics, and language programs, enabling bilingual French–English instruction and a wide range of extracurricular activities for families.
The Ogden International School of Chicago is a public IB World School within the Chicago Public Schools system. It offers a continuous IB program from the Primary Years Programme (K–5) on East Campus, the Middle Years Programme (6–10) at Jenner Campus, and the Diploma Programme (11–12) at West Campus, serving students from ages 3 to 18. English is the primary instructional language, with Spanish available at East and Jenner and both Spanish and French offered at West, alongside Mandarin at the PYP level. A Language Policy provides mother-tongue support and bidirectional language development, with eighth graders able to switch Language Acquisition between French and Spanish when advancing. Honors courses begin in 6th grade across core subjects. The school operates campuses with Ogden Gardens—edible gardens that donate produce to families and participate in CPS Eat What You Grow. Extracurriculars include arts, languages, service, and sports, with emphasis on inquiry and collaboration.
Windermere Preparatory School is a day and boarding school in Orlando, Florida, part of Nord Anglia Education family. It serves students aged 3 to 18 on a 48-acre campus by Lake Cypress, with boarding facilities for grades 7–12. The school delivers the International Baccalaureate across the Primary Years, Middle Years, and Diploma Programmes, with the Diploma Programme guiding most pre-university study; AP courses are also offered in the high school. IB subjects are organized into six groups: English, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, World Language, and the Fine and Performing Arts. Lower and Middle Schools emphasize core subjects, languages, and character development; High School provides a broad IB curriculum and AP options. The Juilliard–Nord Anglia Performing Arts Programme, with on-campus masterclasses and a 535-seat Cypress Center for the Arts, including the Dr. Thomas L. Marcy Theatre. Facilities also include athletic complexes and STEAM spaces with 3D printers and robotics for students.
Island Pacific Academy is an independent school in Kapolei, Oʻahu, offering a college-preparatory education for students from Kindergarten through Grade 12. The curriculum integrates American academic standards with Advanced Placement (AP) courses in the upper years, supported by a specialized Puʻuhonua program focused on social-emotional growth. Notable facilities include a dedicated jewelry-making and metalsmithing studio and a digital innovation lab that supports the school’s technology initiatives. A unique feature of the academy is its SEED (Science, Environment, Engineering, and Design) program. This initiative begins in elementary school, using hands-on engineering challenges and environmental stewardship to teach problem-solving. Additionally, the school maintains a strong connection to its location through mandatory instruction in ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi. Students engage in inquiry-based learning, such as the Grade 10 Passion Project, which allows them to conduct year-long independent research on a topic of interest, preparing them for the transition to university-level expectations.
Tessa International School in Hoboken, New Jersey, is a private bilingual international school that blends French and English-language schooling with IB principles. It offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme, integrated with the French National Curriculum through Mission Laïque Française, to create a coherent Programme of Inquiry across six transdisciplinary themes. Instruction is bilingual, with English plus language tracks in French, Mandarin, or Spanish; Preschool immersion reaches 80% in the target language and Primary immersion is 50/50. The campus occupies three floors of the Monroe Center, featuring bright classrooms, a STEM Lab, a Library, a Music Room, and dedicated language spaces. Students benefit from daily outdoor time, gymnasium facilities, and on-site playgrounds. After-school programs total more than 30, including language, sport, art, coding, and chess, with language clubs and science/tech activities aligned to the bilingual international focus. The school is IB-accredited (2021) and Cognia-accredited (2019). It welcomes families worldwide today.
Brooklyn Friends School is a day school in New York City, rooted in Quaker values and serving students from age 2 through 18. The school combines the American curriculum with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for grades 11 and 12, giving students the option to pursue the full DP or take IB courses for credit. The DP core includes Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge, and Creativity, Activity and Service, and the program emphasizes rigorous inquiry and cross‑disciplinary thinking. The campus structure supports Preschool through Grade 12 across two sites: 375 Pearl Street houses Early Childhood through Middle School with multiple libraries, science laboratories, art studios, a theater, and rooftop play area; 116 Lawrence Street hosts Upper School with additional classrooms, science labs, visual and performing arts spaces, a library, and a cafe. Brooklyn Friends School offers broad arts, language, service, and leadership opportunities, alongside strong commitment to community and wellness.
The British International School of Charlotte (BIS Charlotte) on the Ballantyne campus serves students from 18 months to 18 years and is part of Nord Anglia Education. It uses a blended curriculum: Primary follows the English National Curriculum with IPC; Lower Secondary combines EN with IMYC; Upper Secondary offers the IB Diploma. In Years 12–13, students take six IB subjects (three Higher Level and three Standard Level), including a literature-based language course, a second language, social science, science, mathematics, and an elective. Classes are small—about ten students per teacher and taught by UK-trained staff. Facilities include a Maker Space with 3D printers, VR, drones, Spheros, and programmable robots; the IB Suite for Years 12–13; a dance studio and a Black Box Drama Studio; a gym, tennis and basketball courts, and an athletics field. MIT STEAM activities and performing arts enrich the extracurricular program. Nord Anglia programs with Juilliard, MIT, and UNICEF provide opportunities.
Sage International School of Boise is a tuition-free public charter school offering the full K-12 IB curriculum, one of only three public schools nationally to do so. Authorised for PYP, MYP, DP, and Career-related Programme, it emphasises inquiry-based learning, social-emotional well-being, and service learning.
Valley Preparatory School, established in 1957 in Redlands, California, offers an independent education for students from preschool through eighth grade. As an authorized International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, it implements the Primary Years Program (PYP) within a framework that emphasizes inquiry and thematic learning. A hallmark of the school is its specialized STEAM initiative, which integrates science, technology, engineering, and mathematics with the arts. Students in grades 2 through 8 participate in a 1:1 MacBook laptop program, supporting a curriculum aligned with standards-based grading to track mastery of core subjects. Facilities include dedicated spaces for visual arts and music, as well as a library and technology labs. The school is particularly known for its "Academic Arcade," an extended-day program for younger students that bridges formal instruction with thematic crafts and physical activity. With a student-to-teacher ratio of 15:1, the school provides a focused, non-sectarian environment tailored for prospective families seeking an international standard of education.
Austin International School is a private, trilingual day school in Austin, Texas, serving students from age 3 to 14. The curriculum blends the French National Curriculum with American standards, guided by the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme framework and ACTFL language benchmarks. Students learn in French, Spanish and English, with about 60% of instruction delivered in French. AIS's four-curriculum approach combines the French National Curriculum, Common Core Standards, IB standards and language-acquisition goals to support a smooth transition into either American or French education systems. AIS operates on the Adelphi Lane campus, with expansion planned to Cassady Drive that will add specialty classrooms and a clinic. The Design and Innovation Studio (DIS) anchors hands-on, project-based learning and serves as the MYP design classroom. AIS maintains small class sizes and a low student-to-teacher ratio, and nurtures a diverse community drawn from 60+ nationalities and 20+ languages, underpinned by a French ministry affiliation.
St. Matthias School is a PreK3–8 Catholic International Baccalaureate World School in Chicago, part of the Archdiocese of Chicago, located at 4910 N. Claremont Avenue. It educates students aged 3 to 14 in the Primary Years Programme (PK-5) and Middle Years Programme (6–8). The IB framework uses inquiry-based units with a global-minded perspective. The core curriculum includes religion, language arts, mathematics, social studies, science, technology and physical education, with additional classes in art, library, music and world language (Spanish). PK-5 classrooms are self-contained; 6–8 are departmental. Students receive a Chromebook and have a weekly Technology class. Extended Care and an After School Enrichment Program offer activities such as chess, Irish dance, guitar, sports, science and drawing. The school lists field trips, including an eighth-grade trip to Washington, D.C., and a strong athletics program (cross country, volleyball, basketball). It is the only wall-to-wall Catholic IB World School in Chicago for families.
The International School at Dundee is a public IB Primary Years Programme school in Riverside, Connecticut, serving 340 K-5 learners. It was the first elementary school in Connecticut to be authorised for the IB PYP, operating for over 20 years with 34 transdisciplinary units and 1:1 device distribution.
Whitby School is an independent, co-educational day school in Greenwich, United States, serving ages 1 to 14. It blends Montessori philosophy in the early years with IB programs in the Middle Years. The Whitby Montessori Children's House serves infants through early childhood, while Lower School (Grades 1-4) and Middle School (Grades 5-8) follow the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme. Spanish is introduced from 18 months as part of a language-rich curriculum. The 32-acre campus houses 76,000 square feet of modern facilities, including an Athletics Center, a World Language classroom, a Design Technology lab, a Science Lab, and a Performing Arts Center for theatre and music. A library Makerspace supports hands-on learning, and the cocurricular program for Grades 5-8 is integrated into the school day. Notable offerings include Montessori Model United Nations, MATHCOUNTS, First LEGO League, and a broad athletics program with seasonal MSFAA teams. Welcoming international families with global perspectives.
Bellevue Children's Academy (BCA), also known as Willows Preparatory School, is an IB World School in Bellevue, Washington, serving Preschool through 4th Grade with approximately 700 students. Part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP) with 105 schools in 25 countries, it features a 1:12 teacher-to-student ratio and inquiry-based learning.
Washington International School is a not-for-profit independent day school for ages 3 to 18 across two DC campuses. It offers the IB program from the Primary Years (PYP) through the Diploma (DP) for grades 11–12, with externally graded exams. In the early years, language immersion runs in French or Spanish; Grades 1–5 follow a dual-language program of English with either English/French or English/Spanish, while Mandarin begins in Grade 6. The school earns LabelFrancÉducation accreditation for high-quality French bilingual education and supports continued study through French or Spanish as Additional Languages. The Primary School includes a library with books in English, French, and Spanish, and the Lasseron Design Lab. The Tregaron Campus houses Middle and Upper Schools; Le Centre Brown, a science-centric facility, is under construction to LEED Gold standards and expected to open in 2025. WIS offers after-school programs and clubs such as Model UN, Amnesty International, and Pride Alliance.
German International School Chicago (GISC) is a Preschool–Grade 9 school in Chicago's Ravenswood area offering a German–English bilingual education within the IB framework. The 30,000 sq ft campus serves roughly 200 students from 64 international families representing 40+ nationalities, with 25+ languages spoken. GISC is officially designated as a German School Abroad (DAS) in the U.S. Midwest and was recognized in 2024 for ties to the German education system. The school is an IB World School authorized for the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and provides a German-English bilingual curriculum, with the majority of subjects taught in German and full immersion from Day 1 in Preschool. The first high school class is planned to graduate in 2030 under the Strategic Plan 2024–2030. Facilities include a Large Nature Playground and a 6.5:1 student–teacher ratio, enabling small-group learning. The school offers after-school care, World Camp language immersion, and a library serving multiple languages.
Cunae International School is a private international school in Spring, Texas, serving children ages 4 through 18. Located in the Woodlands area, the school provides an international education focused on developing globally-minded students.
Waterfront Montessori is a two-campus, parent-founded independent school serving children from age 2 through Grade 8. The Lower Campus on Warren Street houses Toddler and Primary programs, while the Upper Campus on the second floor accommodates Elementary and Middle School with five large classrooms, a robotics lab, a library, and an Art Studio added in 2018. The school teaches Montessori curriculum for toddlers through Grade 5 and offers an International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme for the middle grades, with project-based learning threaded through the program. Students explore Theater, Spanish, STEAM, Violin and Visual Art, along with extensive hands-on experiences such as Montessori Model United Nations, Mini-Apprenticeships, Student-Led Entrepreneurship, World Peace Game, TED Talks, and Poetry Slam. Facilities include 3-D printers, acoustics-enabled music rooms, and 8,000-square-foot private waterfront outdoor play area, plus safety features and 24/7 surveillance. The environment emphasizes independent, collaborative inquiry and the integration of academics with creativity and growth.
The Awty International School is an independent international school in Houston, Texas, serving PK3 through 12th grade on a 15-acre campus. The school offers two language programs: the French Accredited Program, which follows the French National Curriculum and culminates in the French Baccalaureate, and the International Program, which leads to the International Baccalaureate Diploma or the United States High School Diploma. Early Learning (PK3–1st) uses French and Spanish immersion; Lower School provides English- or Spanish-taught International Program and French National Curriculum; Upper School grants IB Diploma or French Baccalaureate Diploma. The World Language Department supports additional languages with CEFR-aligned instruction. The campus includes 120 classrooms, science labs, art rooms, libraries, computer labs, a cafeteria, two gymnasiums, Awty Field with a soccer pitch, an Olympic track, four tennis courts, and PAAC for arts and athletics. The school is accredited by the French Ministry of Education and emphasizes inquiry-based learning and university advising.
The International School at Mesa del Sol (TIS) is a tuition-free PreK-12 public charter school in Albuquerque offering the full IB continuum: Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and high school. With STEAM celebrations, service learning, and lottery-based admissions, it provides globally minded education at no cost to families.
Sejong Academy is a tuition-free Korean immersion charter school in Saint Paul, Minnesota, founded in 2014, serving Pre-K through Grade 12. An authorised IB World School for the Middle Years Programme, it develops globally aware citizens through Korean language immersion, cultural diversity, and critical thinking.
LI Lycée International de Houston is a private international day school in Houston's Energy Corridor. Opened in 2017 on a 10-acre campus, it serves students from 18 months through 12th grade and draws international community from more than 50 nationalities. The school offers two pathways: the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) taught in English, and the French Baccalaureate, which includes a bilingual French International Baccalaureate (BFI) option that adds American AP courses in its American/BFI track. Instruction is in English and French, with additional language offerings including Spanish, Arabic, Mandarin, and German, reinforcing multilingualism as a core element. LIH is affiliated with AEFE and accredited by IB, the French Ministry of Education, and the Texas TAAPS, with SEVP approval for international students. Facilities include a 10-acre campus with a library and classrooms; after-school programs feature STEAM, music and dance, and a range of clubs and enrichment at no cost.
DePaul College Prep is a Catholic, co‑educational, college‑prep high school in Chicago sponsored by the Vincentians and connected to DePaul University. It serves students aged 14 to 18 and offers an IB World School program with two paths: the Full Diploma and an Individual Course Pathway. IB courses span Groups 1–6 and the Core (Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, CAS); students may earn college credit through IB even if they do not pursue the Diploma. Beginning in 9th grade, the school offers sixteen Advanced Placement courses, and from 11th grade provides summer dual‑credit and dual‑enrollment opportunities with DePaul University. The STEAM & Arts program blends science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics, with ten science labs, four maker spaces, an organic garden and greenhouse, plus robotics, film and music production, and design projects. The 17‑acre campus includes the Mary A. Dempsey Academic Center, a Black Box Theater, a 1,500‑seat outdoor stadium, and planned Indoor Athletic Complex. An 80‑minute block schedule and Vincentian service initiatives support robust post‑secondary planning and student growth.
EFDM is a nonprofit, bilingual school in South Freeport, Maine, offering a French-immersion program for children aged 3 to 12. The school operates as an IB World Primary Years Programme Candidate School and also aligns with the French Ministry of Education's Les Programmes and, where appropriate, the American curriculum. Students progress through three cycles: La Maternelle (Cycle 1), Cycle 2 (grades 1–3), and Cycle 3 (grades 4–5), with language immersion and cross-cycle concept continuity. In Cycle 2, students begin reading and writing in French and English, while Cycle 3 deepens study across subjects and technology. EFDM hosts La Maison Française du Maine nearby, which provides DELF/DALF exam prep, cultural events, and French-language classes. A rich arts program includes a Virtual Art Museum (Artsonia), chorus, and Suzuki-based music lessons, integrated within daily PE and outdoor education. Extended Day and bilingual summer camp extend learning beyond the school day for families nationwide.
Escuela Bilingüe Internacional is an independent IB World School serving students ages 3 to 14 with a bilingual program across PK-8. The school operates on two campuses: Alcatraz Avenue in Oakland (PK-1) and San Pablo Avenue in Emeryville (2-8). Opened in 2006, it is the West Coast's only Spanish-English bilingual IB World School offering both the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the Middle Years Programme (MYP). The language model begins with full immersion in the early years and progresses to a balanced bilingual approach through middle school, with an Accelerated Spanish Program (ASP) to support Grades 2-8 with little or no prior Spanish. Lead teachers are native or near-native Spanish speakers from international backgrounds. The IB framework guides inquiry-based learning, global citizenship, and biliteracy, preparing graduates for top high schools and continued success. Facilities include Alcatraz PK-1 and San Pablo 2-8 campuses with libraries, arts spaces, music and PE facilities.
The Post Oak School is an independent Montessori school in Houston, Texas, serving 480 students from 14 months through Grade 12 across two campuses. The school offers IB Diploma options, internships, and mini-course intensives, with 43% student diversity and families from 66 countries.
Strelitz International Academy is an IB World School in Virginia Beach serving children from six weeks through 5th grade. The only IB PYP elementary school in Hampton Roads, the school features small class sizes, inquiry-based learning, and VAIS accreditation alongside its Jewish heritage.
Boulder Country Day School is an independent PS-8 school in Boulder, Colorado, offering Middle Years IB Programme for grades 6-8. With small class sizes, Exploration Week, world languages, and dynamic outdoor spaces, it prepares students with adaptability, resilience, and empathy from age 2.5 through 8th grade.
EF Academy New York is a high school set on a 97-acre Thornwood campus near New York City, welcoming students from 60+ nationalities. The school offers an American high school diploma with the option to pursue the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme or individual IB/AP courses, allowing students to tailor their schedule to their goals. With daily mentorship and a 24/7 care team, advisers design personalized pathways toward graduation in a hands-on, student-centered environment. The campus supports immersive learning through field studies, collaborative projects, and small classes in modern science labs and flexible classrooms. On-site housing is available, alongside day programs, and facilities include a Fitness Center, outdoor pitch, courts, wooded trails, and a dining hall serving inspired meals. Partnerships such as the Nobel Prize Museum broaden exposure to laureates and real-world inquiry. EF Academy New York is accredited by the Middle States Association and the New York State Education Department.
French American International School of Boca Raton is a private, non-sectarian, co-educational bilingual school serving primary and middle school students. It offers a dual-curriculum model that integrates a French curriculum aligned with the French Ministry of Education and an American curriculum taught in English to meet Florida standards. The school is an official IB World School delivering the Primary Years Programme and the Middle Years Programme, with instruction divided 50/50 between French and English in a full-immersion setting. A third language, Spanish, is introduced, and CNED classes are available for middle-schoolers. Native-speaking teachers support both language immersion sections, with ESL and FLE/FLAM programs for multilingual learners. Located at 2500 NW 5th Avenue, Boca Raton, FAIS is the only French bilingual IB World School in South Florida. Daily enrichment courses across Art, Music, Computer Technology, Foreign Languages, and Physical Education complement the core curricula. This bilingual environment prepares globally minded students.
Atlanta International School is a private, nonprofit IB World School serving 3K through Grade 12 with campuses in Buckhead and Sandy Springs. The school offers the full IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) and the Career-related Programme, alongside full and dual-immersion language initiatives to develop multilingual proficiency. AISx Flexible Schedule supports Grades 6–12 with in-person or remote options while maintaining IB coursework. Language study includes Chinese, French, German and Spanish, with English as an Additional Language support and heritage language offerings. The Sandy Springs campus, opened in 2024, features Mouratoglou Tennis Academy Atlanta, a riverfront site, residential facilities, and a Great Hall, River House, and a quad. It houses four tennis courts and extensive outdoor recreation. The school emphasizes hands-on learning through Makerspaces, science labs, design studios and an art loft, with a library. The program includes Global and Experiential Learning and Creativity, Activity, Service as part of the IB framework.
Newark Academy is a co-educational independent college preparatory day school in Livingston, New Jersey, founded in 1774. It was the first school in New Jersey and the only private school in the state to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Serving grades 6-12, the school uses Harkness-style discussions with small class sizes. The curriculum is built around the Six Cs: critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, communication, character development, and cultural competency. Distinctive programmes include June Term, Capstone experiences, immersion trips, and off-campus study. The Newark Scholars Programme provides scholarship support. Nine students were named 2026 National Merit Semifinalists, and the Mock Trial team won Essex County Championships.
High Meadows School is a private progressive co-educational day school in Roswell, Georgia, founded in 1973, serving Pre-K through Grade 8 on a 42-acre campus. An authorised IB PYP World School, it emphasises wonder, discovery, and joyful learning through experiential, nature-based education across 15+ outdoor learning spaces.
Lycée Français de San Francisco (LFSF) is an international school serving PreK–12 with two bilingual tracks: a French Track aligned to the French Ministry of National Education, and an International Track powered by the International Baccalaureate (IB). Students aged 2 to 18 benefit from continuous education across three campuses: Ashbury (Preschool–Grade 5) in San Francisco, Sausalito (Preschool–Grade 5) in Marin, and Ortega (Middle–High School) in San Francisco. The International Track follows the IB Middle Years Programme (Grades 6–10) and the IB Diploma Programme (Grades 11–12). The school is accredited by the French Ministry and CAIS and is part of the AEFE network. Across campuses sustainability is embedded: Eco-Delegates, solar aquaponics, water cisterns, living green walls, and an organic Cantine kitchen. LFSF hosts a diverse community of around 50 nationalities and offers strong arts, athletics, and language programs, enabling bilingual French–English instruction and a wide range of extracurricular activities for families.
New Hampton School is a private boarding and day school in New Hampshire's Lakes Region, founded over 200 years ago. Serving grades 9-PG with 330 students from 30 countries on a 340-acre campus, the school offers 49 IB courses, 17 interscholastic sports, and 21 arts offerings.
The École New York is a bilingual French-American school located in Manhattan's Flatiron District, serving students from Pre-Nursery through 8th Grade, with a dedicated high school track in partnership with Léman Manhattan. The school integrates the French National Curriculum with an inquiry-based American system, where native-speaking faculty teach core subjects like math, science, and humanities in both French and English. A unique hallmark of the Middle School experience is the "World of Work" (WoW) initiative, which connects 8th-grade students with professionals from diverse fields—such as UN advisors, perfumers, and journalists—to explore career paths and personal values. For outdoor activity, the school utilizes a rooftop playground at its Maternelle campus and daily closes East 22nd Street to create a safe "Open Street" for Elementary and Middle School play. Students also begin learning Spanish or Mandarin in 3rd Grade, further expanding their multicultural perspective and communication skills.
The Ogden International School of Chicago is a public IB World School within the Chicago Public Schools system. It offers a continuous IB program from the Primary Years Programme (K–5) on East Campus, the Middle Years Programme (6–10) at Jenner Campus, and the Diploma Programme (11–12) at West Campus, serving students from ages 3 to 18. English is the primary instructional language, with Spanish available at East and Jenner and both Spanish and French offered at West, alongside Mandarin at the PYP level. A Language Policy provides mother-tongue support and bidirectional language development, with eighth graders able to switch Language Acquisition between French and Spanish when advancing. Honors courses begin in 6th grade across core subjects. The school operates campuses with Ogden Gardens—edible gardens that donate produce to families and participate in CPS Eat What You Grow. Extracurriculars include arts, languages, service, and sports, with emphasis on inquiry and collaboration.
Magellan International School is a secular, independent IB school in Austin offering Spanish immersion from Preschool through High School. Founded in 2009, it is one of four US secular schools expected to offer the full IB continuum in English and Spanish, with 91% of students above national average on MAP tests and $1.4 million in annual financial aid.
Carolina Preparatory Academy is the first independent IB World School in North Carolina to offer a full grades 6-12 International Baccalaureate curriculum, including both the Middle Years Programme and the Diploma Programme. Founded in 2025, the school is set on a 40+ acre campus in Durham.
Seven Peaks School is an IB World School in Bend, Oregon, serving Pre-K through 8th grade. Offering the Primary Years Programme and Middle Years Programme, it emphasises inquiry-based learning, international-mindedness, and holistic development with a Design Lab, Spanish instruction, and a winter ski programme.
Shu Ren International School is a private international school in the United States serving ages 2-11, offering a blended IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and American curriculum. The program provides full Mandarin immersion for Early Childhood (ages 2-5) and Elementary (Kindergarten-Grade 5). It centers on the PYP's concept-based inquiry cycle, cultivating knowledge, skills, and dispositions for lifelong learning as students ask meaningful questions, make cross-subject connections, and apply learning to real-world contexts. Social-emotional development is embedded through the Responsive Classroom approach, Zones of Regulation, and PSPE, supporting wellbeing and global citizenship. Small class sizes and a close-knit community ensure every child is seen and supported. Aftercare runs 3:00-6:00 PM on preschool, TK, and elementary campuses, and enrichment is offered in both Mandarin and English. The Shu Ren Experience extends learning beyond the classroom with arts and athletics, language and cultural enrichment, and Mandarin-immersion Vacation Camps. Co-curricular programs broaden opportunities.
International School of Texas (IST) is an independent IB World School in the Bee Cave area of Austin, serving ages 3 through Grade 12. The first independent secular IB Continuum School in Austin and one of 13 in Texas, it welcomes 35+ nationalities with 35+ student clubs, the Trailblazer House System, and annual Trip Week.
East Bay German International School (EBGIS | EBIHS) is a dual‑language German‑English international school serving preschool through high school in Emeryville, California. The program blends a German/English bilingual curriculum with IB World School status and Advanced Placement options. Elementary and middle grades provide a dual‑language program in which 65–80 percent of instruction is in German, with a third language (Spanish or French) introduced in Grade 6, and by Grade 8 students prepare for the Deutsches Sprachdiplom I. In high school, Grades 9–10 offer AP courses, while Grades 11–12 pursue the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, including a bilingual IB Diploma. Language offerings include English, German, French, and Spanish, with IB DP Language & Literature options in English or German. The campus includes bilingual libraries, maker spaces, a science lab, spaces for music and art, an auditorium, and on‑campus athletics. Emeryville site has hosted a community school with family involvement and volunteers locally.
Annie Wright Schools is an IB World School in Tacoma, Washington, founded in 1884. Serving 880 students from preschool through Grade 12, the school features co-ed lower and middle schools, separate upper schools for boys and girls, boarding for upper school, and students from 15 countries.
La Scuola International School in San Francisco is a private day school that operates as an IB World School for the Primary Years Program and the Middle Years Program, and it embraces a Reggio Emilia-inspired approach. The school offers Italian language immersion with English instruction, supported by a Montreal Model grade balance and ongoing Spanish instruction in upper grades. Established in 2002, La Scuola maintains multiple campuses, including the Mission Campus (K–8), the Dogpatch Campus (Preschool), the Silicon Valley Campus (PreK–Elementary), and a Milano, Italy campus; it is recognized by the Italian government as Scuola Paritaria abroad. The Mission Campus is the Americas' first Reggio Emilia-inspired campus, with spaces such as the food atelier, dining room, art, music, and makers ateliers surrounding a central piazza. The environment emphasizes hands-on learning, cross‑grade collaboration, and inquiry through transdisciplinary Units of Inquiry, culminating in the PYP Exhibition and the MYP Community Project for students.
American University Research Academy (AURA) is a private, Christian faith-based institution located on the campus of the American University of Health Sciences in Signal Hill, California. The school offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years and Diploma Programmes, providing a pathway for students in grades 6 through 12. AURA specifically focuses on preparing students for future careers in health sciences through a specialized curriculum that integrates Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM). A notable feature of the academy is its "Dual Credit" initiative, which allows high school students to earn college credits while completing their secondary education. The school is also recognized for its "Youth in Government" participation, where students engage directly with local city leadership to propose community development projects. With a commitment to global communication, the academy weaves fundamentals of five languages—Arabic, Spanish, Latin, Russian, and Mandarin—into its academic program to prepare students for international engagement.
Lycee International de Los Angeles (LILA) is an independent bilingual French-English school serving Preschool through Grade 12 across four Los Angeles campuses. The school offers both the IB programme and the French Baccalaureate, and is accredited by WASC, CAIS, IB, and the French Ministry of Education (AEFE).
Léman Manhattan Preparatory School is a private, coeducational day and boarding school in downtown Manhattan that delivers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme within a K–12 continuum. The school emphasizes four pillars—Academic Rigor, Global Education, Personalized Learning for Each Child, and Partnerships that Drive Results—shaping an inquiry-based curriculum. A globally diverse community represents more than 50 nationalities, with world language learning beginning in PreK 2 and offering Mandarin, French, and Spanish through grade 5. The curriculum is organized into the Center for Early Childhood Education, Lower School, Middle School, and High School. Campus facilities include the Cunard Building upper school with a research library, theatres, and science and technology labs, plus the Broad Street Campus for younger students with libraries, pools, and studios. Distinctive programs include the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award, Model UN, Camp Léman, and the Léman Conservatory, complemented by a vibrant Fine Arts program and a 400-seat theatre.
Albert Einstein Academies is a public charter school system in San Diego, comprising the Elementary AEACES (3035 Ash St) and the Middle AEACMS (458 26th Street), with a planned High School adjacent to the middle campus. The network offers an International Baccalaureate continuum, including the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP) currently in place, with the Diploma Programme (DP) expected to launch in Fall 2026. In addition, the schools follow the American curriculum and deliver a bilingual English/German immersion focus in the early grades. The AEAs began as a single charter in 2002 and aim for TK–12 growth, serving over 2,000 students. Facilities include two campuses: a 36‑classroom Elementary site with an auditorium and exterior sports field; and a four‑story Middle School building with a gym and outdoor courts. The ExchangeStein international travel and FoAEA volunteer network strengthen community and global awareness for students.
Rogers International School (RIS) is a public inter-district magnet school serving students from Kindergarten through Grade 8. As an authorized International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, RIS implements both the Primary Years Programme and Middle Years Programme. The curriculum emphasizes inquiry-based learning and the development of the "IB Learner Profile" attributes, such as being open-minded and principled. The campus is particularly known for its architectural integration with environmental education; the school building itself is a LEED-certified facility designed as a "teaching tool." It features an environmental science theme with specialized labs and a layout that encourages students to monitor the building’s energy use and sustainable systems. Notable facilities include a dedicated technology hub, a collaborative media center, and expansive outdoor play areas. Beyond the classroom, students participate in the RIS Community Action Center and after-school programs hosted by ROSCCO, which include structured activities in drama, chess, and science.
Located in a historic townhouse on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, La Scuola d’Italia Guglielmo Marconi provides a bilingual educational journey from preschool through high school. The school is the only institution in North America to hold "Scuola Paritaria" status, meaning it is fully accredited by the Italian Ministry of Education and offers an authentic Italian curriculum. Students in the High School division, or Liceo Scientifico, can pursue the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme, graduating with dual certifications recognized by universities worldwide. Notable for its deep cultural roots, the school organizes annual traditions like Carnevale and student choir performances for Festa della Repubblica. Facilities include an art studio and science labs, with physical education held at the nearby Fastbreak sports center. This model prepares students for international higher education, blending the intellectual heritage of Italy with the local resources of New York City.
Pine Street School is an International Baccalaureate World School in downtown Manhattan serving children from 1 to 14. It offers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and is a candidacy school for the Middle Years Programme (MYP), complemented by a Montessori-inspired preschool. The curriculum centers on inquiry-based, transdisciplinary learning with a strong emphasis on language immersion. Kindergarten through Grade 5 study Spanish or Mandarin through immersion, Ones & Twos participate in a tri-lingual English/Spanish/Mandarin format, and German is introduced in Middle School. The school operates across two campuses—Lower Elementary at 25 Pine Street and Middle School at 156 William Street—with a 1:1 Apple device program and Apple Distinguished School status since 2022. Facilities support technology-enabled learning, coding, and robotics, while partnerships extend learning beyond the classroom. A focus on global citizenship, community connections, the arts, and athletics complements the IB program. The school fosters curiosity, collaboration, and compassionate leadership daily.
Dwight School New York is an independent day school in Manhattan that delivers the International Baccalaureate across the PYP, MYP and DP. The school educates students from ages 2 to 18 and operates across four Manhattan campuses within Dwight's nine-campus network. Preschool through Grade 10 participate in the PYP and MYP; Grades 11–12 may pursue the IB Diploma Program or the Dwight Courses Program, after a placement process and a two-year commitment. The Diploma requires six IB subjects (three Standard Level and three Higher Level), the IB Core (CAS, EE, TOK), and up to 45 points. A minimum of 24 points plus HL/SL thresholds and completion of CAS, EE and TOK are required. Dwight supports university readiness with a dedicated college counseling team. Facilities include a 40,000-square-foot Athletic Center, a Performing Arts Center with a black-box theater and recording studio, four campuses, and Quest Learning Center offering on-site academic coaching.
The Connecticut IB Academy (CIBA) is a public interdistrict magnet high school in East Hartford that provides a specialized educational environment for students in grades 9 through 12. Every student at the school participates in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme for two years followed by the Diploma Programme for their final two years. The campus is physically linked to East Hartford High School by a pedestrian bridge, a unique structural feature that allows CIBA students to access a wider range of athletic teams and performing arts programs while maintaining a small-school atmosphere. The curriculum includes mandatory language acquisition in either Spanish or Chinese and a dedicated focus on the IB core, including the Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) projects. Recognized for its high performance, the school has been ranked as the top high school in Connecticut by U.S. News & World Report. Facilities include a dedicated library media center and science laboratories tailored to the IB Experimental Sciences requirement.
International School of Brooklyn (ISB) is an independent, non-profit day school in Carroll Gardens serving children ages 3 to 14. ISB offers an IB World School program with the Primary Years Programme for Pre‑K 3 through fifth grade and the Middle Years Programme for sixth through eighth grade, alongside a French Curriculum. The school provides immersive language learning in French and Spanish, with native‑speaking teachers. Preschool–Lower School are accredited by the French Ministry of Education; the full program is accredited by the Spanish Ministry of Education, and the curriculum integrates New York State standards within the IB framework. Founded in 2005, ISB emphasizes inquiry‑based learning and multilingualism within a diverse community. On campus, facilities include a sunny courtyard, light‑filled classrooms, a learning garden, a full‑size gym, and dedicated art and music studios. The multilingual library houses about 14,000 volumes, and after‑school enrichment and athletic programs extend learning beyond the classroom.
The Clariden School is an independent IB school in Southlake, Texas, where students learn in small classes of 11 average within a culturally diverse community representing 35 countries, with $200K average college scholarship.
The Ogden International School of Chicago is a public IB World School within the Chicago Public Schools system. It offers a continuous IB program from the Primary Years Programme (K–5) on East Campus, the Middle Years Programme (6–10) at Jenner Campus, and the Diploma Programme (11–12) at West Campus, serving students from ages 3 to 18. English is the primary instructional language, with Spanish available at East and Jenner and both Spanish and French offered at West, alongside Mandarin at the PYP level. A Language Policy provides mother-tongue support and bidirectional language development, with eighth graders able to switch Language Acquisition between French and Spanish when advancing. Honors courses begin in 6th grade across core subjects. The school operates campuses with Ogden Gardens—edible gardens that donate produce to families and participate in CPS Eat What You Grow. Extracurriculars include arts, languages, service, and sports, with emphasis on inquiry and collaboration.
Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School (PVCICS) is a free public charter school in Hadley, Massachusetts, serving K-12. The school develops Mandarin Chinese proficiency alongside English and offers the IB programme, positioning itself as an innovative educational opportunity unavailable elsewhere in Massachusetts.
Lycée Français de San Francisco (LFSF) is an international school serving PreK–12 with two bilingual tracks: a French Track aligned to the French Ministry of National Education, and an International Track powered by the International Baccalaureate (IB). Students aged 2 to 18 benefit from continuous education across three campuses: Ashbury (Preschool–Grade 5) in San Francisco, Sausalito (Preschool–Grade 5) in Marin, and Ortega (Middle–High School) in San Francisco. The International Track follows the IB Middle Years Programme (Grades 6–10) and the IB Diploma Programme (Grades 11–12). The school is accredited by the French Ministry and CAIS and is part of the AEFE network. Across campuses sustainability is embedded: Eco-Delegates, solar aquaponics, water cisterns, living green walls, and an organic Cantine kitchen. LFSF hosts a diverse community of around 50 nationalities and offers strong arts, athletics, and language programs, enabling bilingual French–English instruction and a wide range of extracurricular activities for families.
Verde Valley School is a boarding and day school in Sedona, Arizona, founded in 1948. Serving 114 students (66 boarding, 48 day) in grades 9-12 on 140 acres, the school offers the IB curriculum with 86% of faculty holding advanced degrees and a senior class of 37.
Mid-Pacific Institute is a private college and career preparatory school in Honolulu, Hawaii, founded in 1908. Serving Preschool through Grade 12, the school offers the IB Diploma Programme, a Reggio Emilia preschool, the Mid-Pacific Exploratory Program for project-based learning, and a School of the Arts with over 20 sports.
Convent & Stuart Hall is an independent Catholic K-12 school in San Francisco with two campuses, Broadway and Pine-Octavia, serving students from ages 5 to 18. The school is part of the Sacred Heart Schools network and offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in the high school, alongside a comprehensive K-12 curriculum that emphasizes serious study and social responsibility. Students engage with humanities, mathematics, sciences and the arts, and study digital literacy and design integrated with core disciplines. Signature programs include K-12 Research-Based Literacy Programs, an Emotional Literacy Program, and a Structured Literacy Program. The Siboni Arts & Science Center houses science labs, art spaces, music rooms and a theatre, supporting on-campus performances through the Syufy Theatre. Athletics use on-campus facilities and external venues. A service ethos is expressed through the Heart to Heart program, international exchanges, and service-learning trips, complemented by a range of arts, language and leadership opportunities.
Silicon Valley International School (INTL) is a bilingual IB World School serving students from preschool to 12th grade across two campuses: the Cohn Campus in Palo Alto and the Willows Campus in Menlo Park. Formed in 2021 from the merger of Peninsula French-American School and Alto International School, INTL offers the full IB continuum—Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme—alongside bilingual curricula in Mandarin Chinese/English, French/English, and German/English. The Upper School Language Acquisition program provides a second language pathway for 6th–12th grade English-speaking students, culminating in the IB Diploma. The school emphasizes inquiry-based learning, social-emotional development, and a dynamic bilingual approach. Facilities support arts, design thinking, computer science and educational technology, athletics, and extensive after‑school activities. Distinctive programs include Round Square exchanges and international service trips, alongside Duke of Edinburgh's Award opportunities for older students. The campus culture celebrates multilingual collaboration, global citizenship, and hands-on learning across disciplines.
UWC-USA (United World College in the USA) is a two-year IB boarding school in Montezuma, New Mexico, that brings together students from around the world to study the International Baccalaureate Diploma and work towards a more peaceful and sustainable future. The school is part of the global UWC movement. Key facilities include The Farm, Dwan Light Sanctuary, Davis International Center, and Edith Lansing Field House. Co-curricular programmes include the Wilderness Program, Learning Expeditions, Community Engagement, and Arts and Culture. The school is committed to Constructive Engagement of Conflict, Diversity Equity Inclusion and Accessibility, Campus Service, and Environmental Stewardship. Students are selected through National Committees worldwide, and scholarships are available.
Portledge School is a co-educational independent school in Locust Valley, New York, serving Pre-Nursery through Grade 12. The school offers a comprehensive academic programme across early childhood, lower, middle, and upper school divisions with sports, arts, and community programmes.
Harrisburg Academy is a full-continuum IB World School in Wormleysburg, Pennsylvania, serving age 3 through Grade 12. The school offers the IB programme across all divisions with a globally minded interdisciplinary education, PAIS accreditation, and participation in the Kennedy-Lugar YES Program.
Peoria Academy is the only certified International Baccalaureate Pre-K through 8th grade school in Central Illinois, offering a 9:1 student-to-faculty ratio with project-based learning and progressive educational approach.
International Academy is a public, tuition-free magnet high school in Oakland County, Michigan, and the only all-IB public high school in North America. Serving grades 9 through 12 across three campuses, every student participates in the International Baccalaureate Middle Years and Diploma Programmes. Consistently ranked among the top public high schools in the United States.
British International School of Boston is a private day school serving students from 18 months to 18 years on a spacious campus in Jamaica Plain, Boston. The school delivers a throughline of international curricula, integrating the IEYC and English National Curriculum from early years through primary, with Cambridge IGCSE in the middle years and the IB Diploma Programme in the final two years. Preschool emphasizes play-based learning aligned with the IEYC and EYFS, including Forest School, with specialist French and music. Lower School uses a cross‑curricular approach with English National Curriculum and IPC, and Middle School prepares for IGCSEs and the IB DP. The campus centers on a STEAM hub, theatres, and dance and music studios, plus four age-appropriate outdoor spaces. Students participate in Global Campus collaborations with MIT, Juilliard, and UNICEF via Nord Anglia Education, enriching studies with real-world projects, service learning, and international opportunities across local and global.
Lycée Français de Chicago (LFC) is AEFE-affiliated international school serving ages 3–18 in Chicago. The curriculum is immersion-based with two diploma tracks: the French Baccalaureate (BFI American Section) and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma, from pre-K through grade 12. Instruction is primarily in French, with English support through BFI and IB components. The BFI is bilingual and bicultural, blending French bac rigor with American inquiry-based learning to support university entry. LFC is an IB World School offering IB Diploma Programme in grades 11–12 and IB Middle Years Programme in grades 9–10, with BD and ABD options. Graduates earn a US high school diploma alongside the French Baccalaureate or IB Diploma. Bittersweet campus opened in 1995 and Wilson Campus in 2015, on 3.8 acres with facilities, including 50 classrooms, science labs, art studios, libraries, an innovation lab, a student life center, a gym and athletic fields. LFC offers after-school programs, Center for the Arts, an Artist-in-Residence program, and diverse clubs.
ISDenver is an IB World School serving PreK through Grade 12 with two Denver campuses. It offers the International Baccalaureate continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) alongside a bilingual framework aligned with French and Indian curricula. The Primary Years Programme is delivered in English and Spanish; the Diploma Programme is taught in English and French. The school follows a progressive bilingual model: about 90% language immersion in preschool through Grade 2, a 50/50 English–language split from Grades 3–5, and language-focused block schedules in Grades 6–8. A Chinese language program is integrated in the Middle Years, complemented by additional language offerings and international trips. ISDenver maintains a Section française and is a partner in the AEFE network. The PreK–G8 campus at 7701 East First Place, Unit C, and the High School Campus at 458 Uinta Way are equipped with libraries, gymnasia, and fields. The school emphasizes service learning, after-school clubs in robotics, drama, and third-language study, and international journeys if applicable for students over various grades.
Josiah Quincy Elementary School is a public elementary school in Boston, United States, serving students aged 4 to 11. The school delivers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) and has been an IB World School since September 2022. It is the first Boston Public Elementary School to earn accreditation for the PYP, with a guaranteed pathway to the Josiah Quincy Upper School (IB-accredited). Beginning in September 2025, a Mandarin Bilingual Education Program starts in K1, with instruction in English and Mandarin and Math taught in Mandarin. Heritage classes are held twice weekly. Students are expected to remain in the program through fifth grade and may continue Mandarin through 12th grade at the Upper School. The program prioritizes access for students whose home language is Chinese. The school has educated Boston's children since the mid-1800s, within Boston Public Schools, reflecting a long tradition in the district. It anchors multilingual education district-wide today.
Washington International School is a not-for-profit independent day school for ages 3 to 18 across two DC campuses. It offers the IB program from the Primary Years (PYP) through the Diploma (DP) for grades 11–12, with externally graded exams. In the early years, language immersion runs in French or Spanish; Grades 1–5 follow a dual-language program of English with either English/French or English/Spanish, while Mandarin begins in Grade 6. The school earns LabelFrancÉducation accreditation for high-quality French bilingual education and supports continued study through French or Spanish as Additional Languages. The Primary School includes a library with books in English, French, and Spanish, and the Lasseron Design Lab. The Tregaron Campus houses Middle and Upper Schools; Le Centre Brown, a science-centric facility, is under construction to LEED Gold standards and expected to open in 2025. WIS offers after-school programs and clubs such as Model UN, Amnesty International, and Pride Alliance.
Mercyhurst Preparatory School is an independent college preparatory school in Erie, Pennsylvania, celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2026. Sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy, the school offers 15+ IB courses, boarding for international students, and over $1.2 million in academic and financial assistance.
The French-American School of New York (FASNY) Harbor Campus provides a bilingual education for students in grades 9 through 12. As the only school in the New York metropolitan area authorized to offer both the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme and the French Baccalaureate (including the BFI), it allows families to choose the academic pathway that best suits their child's future goals. Students benefit from a 10:1 student-to-teacher ratio, ensuring personalized attention within a multicultural community representing over 50 nationalities. The Harbor Campus features specialized facilities including science laboratories and dedicated spaces for robotics and AI integration. A signature initiative at FASNY is the "Visible Learning" program, which emphasizes student agency by teaching pupils to evaluate their own progress and understand the specific criteria for success. All graduates earn a New York State high school diploma alongside their chosen international certification, preparing them for admission to universities worldwide.
Académie Lafayette is a tuition-free public charter school in Kansas City offering French immersion education from K-12. With approximately 1,300 students, it develops globally minded, locally active, critical thinkers through immersion in French and world languages, with IB programme elements.
North Broward Preparatory School is a co-educational day and boarding institution located on an 80-acre campus in Coconut Creek, Florida. The school serves students from Pre-K3 through Grade 12, offering a curriculum that integrates the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, Advanced Placement courses, and a standard American high school diploma. A unique feature of the school is its collaboration with The Juilliard School, which provides students with specialized curriculum resources and workshops in music, dance, and drama. Additionally, the school maintains a partnership with MIT to enhance its STEAM education through hands-on design challenges and interdisciplinary learning. For students interested in specialized fields, the school offers an Aviation and Aerospace Engineering program, featuring a dedicated aviation lab with flight simulators. Residential students live in the "International Village," a modern on-campus facility that houses middle and high school students from over 30 countries. The school operates as an Apple Distinguished School, utilizing iPad and Mac technology throughout its classrooms to support personalized learning.
German-American School Manhattan (GSM) is a bilingual IB World School serving Preschool through Grade 5 across two Tribeca campuses. At 85 Warren Street is the Kita Preschool & Kindergarten, and at 74 Warren Street is the Dual Immersion Elementary School. The program educates children ages 2 to 11 in a 50/50 bilingual model, delivering a German-language curriculum alongside New York State standards. The school is authorized to offer the IB Primary Years Programme and blends German grade-level competencies with US standards within an inquiry-based, transdisciplinary framework. In grades 1–5, instruction is split evenly between German and English, with native German teachers guiding German reading, writing, math, social studies and ethics, and native English teachers guiding English reading, writing, science, social studies and math. Art, music, and movement are taught in both languages; Spanish begins in Grade 3. Class sizes are small, up to 20 students, supporting learning, collaboration, and reflection.
German-American School Manhattan (GSM) is a bilingual IB World School serving Preschool through Grade 5 across two Tribeca campuses. At 85 Warren Street is the Kita Preschool & Kindergarten, and at 74 Warren Street is the Dual Immersion Elementary School. The program educates children ages 2 to 11 in a 50/50 bilingual model, delivering a German-language curriculum alongside New York State standards. The school is authorized to offer the IB Primary Years Programme and blends German grade-level competencies with US standards within an inquiry-based, transdisciplinary framework. In grades 1–5, instruction is split evenly between German and English, with native German teachers guiding German reading, writing, math, social studies and ethics, and native English teachers guiding English reading, writing, science, social studies and math. Art, music, and movement are taught in both languages; Spanish begins in Grade 3. Class sizes are small, up to 20 students, supporting learning, collaboration, and reflection.
Washington Yu Ying Public Charter School is a public, two-campus Chinese-English immersion school in Washington, DC, serving ages 3 through 11. The school delivers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) within an immersive bilingual model. PK3–PK4 receive 100% Mandarin instruction; K–1 blend Mandarin (about 75%) and English (25%), with English Language Arts taught for 180 days; Grades 2–5 use a 50/50 Mandarin–English model with instruction delivered on alternating days. The program fosters globally minded learners through inquiry-based learning and the IB learner profile. The Elementary Campus is located at 220 Taylor Street NE, DC 20017, with the Early Years Campus nearby; together they occupy a three-acre LEED-certified site featuring Founders Forest, a one-acre outdoor nature center, supporting environmental learning. REEF provides on-site before- and after-school care. The school emphasizes a values-based community, welcoming families seeking a rigorous, multilingual science and humanities education within a public charter framework for families.
Beacon Academy Chicago serves students aged 14 to 18 as an independent high school. The curriculum blends a Core Curriculum (9–12) with an International Baccalaureate (IB) program for 11–12 and an Experiential Program (XP) also for 11–12, designed with business-school educators to deliver professional experiences and skills. The Bespoke Curriculum supports individualized pathways within the IB framework. The Evanston campus anchors learning in the city, offering glass-walled, open-floor-plan spaces with modular, mobile furniture to support inquiry and collaboration. Students access cultural institutions, businesses, and community resources nearby, linking classroom work to real-world applications. Extracurriculars include student-led clubs such as Model UN, American Sign Language, Chess, Science Olympiad, Dungeons & Dragons, Newspaper, Literary Magazine, Yearbook, Outdoor Club, and Pride Party. The program features Arts Annex activities, a strong Arts program, and a Service Learning program with 30+ partners. 100% IB diploma candidates pass. I-Term provides cross-cultural experiences and global perspectives through travel.
Alcuin School is an independent day school in Dallas, Texas, combining Montessori education in early childhood and lower school with the International Baccalaureate Middle Years and Diploma Programmes in upper grades. The school draws students from over 50 countries and cultures and has a 100% college acceptance rate.
Global School Brooklyn offers a bilingual, inquiry-driven education for children ages 3 to 14. The campus at 760 Sterling Place provides a Montessori-inspired early years environment, transitioning to the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme as students reach middle school. The school supports German‑English or Spanish‑English tracks, with German and English instruction from Preschool through 8th grade and Spanish‑English immersion added for Preschool in 2025. This combination supports language development, cultural awareness, and collaboration. The Lower School teaches primarily in the target language with English support, while Middle School prepares students for the Deutsches Sprachdiplom I (DSDI) in Grade 8. Facilities include a gym, rooftop field, art room, classrooms, and playgrounds; the campus is designed for student-centered learning and is accessible by public transit. The program emphasizes project work, field experiences, and service learning, alongside field trips such as Frost Valley, a Boston exchange, and eighth-grade exchange with a German partner school.
Mackintosh Academy Boulder is a private International Baccalaureate World School serving students from Kindergarten through eighth grade on a 23-acre campus. Located in South Boulder, the school utilizes a 6:1 student-to-teacher ratio and places two homeroom teachers in every classroom. The educational program integrates the Primary Years Programme and Middle Years Programme, focusing on inquiry-based learning and design thinking. Students engage in specialist classes including Spanish, performing arts, and visual arts from an early age. A distinctive feature of the campus is its commitment to environmental leadership, evidenced by a large solar array that provides the majority of the school's electricity. The campus includes specialized spaces for robotics and innovation. This environment supports gifted and creative learners through hands-on projects and community-focused service learning, preparing them for the transition to high school without the use of traditional boarding facilities. The school also offers "The Orchard Center," a specialized program specifically for students with dyslexia and language-based learning differences.
Kennedy International School offers bilingual education for students aged 3 to 18 across two Manhattan campuses, with a French-English and a Japanese-English program. The curriculum combines the French Ministry of Education guidelines, the Japanese Ministry guidelines, and the New York State Next Generation Learning Standards, and is registered by the New York State Board of Regents. A Pre-IB Track for grades 9–10 leads into the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for grades 11–12, including the DP core—Theory of Knowledge, Creativity, Activity & Service, and the Extended Essay—and six subject groups. The school's AEFE affiliation reflects its French roots within an international network. Founded in 1964, Kennedy International School has grown to serve a diverse, global student body. Facilities include two campuses in Manhattan, and an 11,000-square-foot Upper School expansion on 815 Second Avenue with a new science lab, an art and design lab, and a welcoming student center. Extracurriculars span sports, languages, music, art, dance, and acting, with Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, and Cultural and Language clubs.
California International School is an independent inquiry-based school in Rocklin, CA, serving TK through Grade 6. With a 1:8 student-teacher ratio, WASC accreditation, and IB PYP candidacy, the school offers STEAM-focused project-based learning with Mandarin Chinese and Spanish instruction in a collaborative, creative community.
The International School of San Francisco operates as a dual-language institution in the center of the city, specializing in a bilingual French-English track from preschool through high school. Students at the Oak Campus, which primarily serves the high school, choose between the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma and the French Baccalaureate. The campus includes specialized facilities like the Arts Pavilion for music and film and the Mark Salkind Center for science and design. A standout feature is the Global Travel Program, where students in grades 9 through 11 participate in two-week international learning trips to destinations such as Senegal, Vietnam, and Ecuador. These trips are often part of reciprocal exchanges where students stay with local families to practice language skills in real-world settings. The school also integrates "makerspaces" and a dedicated design lab into its curriculum, allowing students to apply engineering and artistic concepts to physical projects.
Fairmont Preparatory Academy is the high school campus of Fairmont Schools, a group of co-educational day schools in Orange County, California, founded in 1953. The Prep Academy serves grades 9-12 with 20+ AP courses, an Advanced Business Programme, and over 50 clubs. 96% of students applying to Top 100 US colleges receive acceptances, with graduates attending Harvard, Yale, Stanford, MIT, UCLA, and USC. The school is WASC and Cognia accredited. The Speech and Debate Team ranks in the Top 10 nationally (NSDA). 11% of seniors continue sport at collegiate or semi-professional level. Fairmont Schools is part of the International Schools Partnership network, serving 25+ nationalities across five Orange County campuses.
George School is a Quaker co-educational boarding and day school in Newtown, Pennsylvania, founded in 1893. It serves approximately 500 students in grades 9-12 from 20 US states and 51 countries on a 240-acre campus. The school offers both the IB Diploma (with a 96% completion rate) and AP courses alongside its standard curriculum, giving students flexibility through a distinctive 7-term schedule. Service learning and global study are integral to the George School experience. The arts programme includes theatre, dance, music, film, and visual arts. The school's motto, "Mind the Light," reflects its Quaker commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Wilmington Friends School is a Quaker school in Wilmington, Delaware, founded in 1748 and serving 702 students from preschool through Grade 12. An IB World School with 20 IB courses, coding from kindergarten, 1:1 technology, and 23 varsity teams, the school awards $6 million in financial aid annually.
Goethe International Charter School is a public charter in Los Angeles serving students ages 4–14 with a German-English dual-language immersion and International Baccalaureate framework. The school teaches in English and German and is authorized for the IB Primary Years Programme since 2009, with renewals in 2014, 2019, and 2023, while pursuing Middle Years Programme authorization. This combination delivers a multilingual, internationally minded education built around inquiry and real-world connections. The campus emphasizes hands-on learning through its Garden Classes program, a living laboratory where science, health, sustainability and social responsibility intersect, supported by dedicated parent volunteers and aligned with IB standards. Goethe also participates in German-language certification through the Deutsches Sprachdiplom (DSD) program, reinforcing language proficiency. The school has earned recognition as a California Distinguished School and California Gold Ribbon School and is accredited by WASC. Dozens of home languages are spoken on campus, reflecting a diverse, globally connected community today.
International Charter School of Atlanta (ICSAtlanta) is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for kindergarten through grade 5 and the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for grades 6–8, with campuses in Roswell and Alpharetta. The Lower Campus serves K–3 in Roswell, while the Upper Campus houses 4–8 in Alpharetta. The school runs a dual-language immersion program with instruction in French, German, Mandarin, and Spanish, taught by native teachers. In K–5, about half of instruction is in the second language and half in English; in 6–8, two classes per day are taught in the second language. All four languages are offered across grades. The curriculum uses Georgia Standards in ELA, mathematics, science, and social studies within the IB framework. Opened as a state charter in 2014; the charter contract covers 2025–2030. Extras include ASP for K–6, Reading Bowl teams, and a daily Connections Rotation featuring Arts and Design.
French American Academy is a private bilingual school serving ages 2 to 18, with campuses in Englewood, Jersey City, The Heights, New Jersey. It offers both the American and French curricula, integrated with the IB Middle Years Program (MYP) and the IB Diploma Program (DP). The High School in Jersey City is an IB Candidate program pursuing authorization for the Diploma. Instruction is delivered in English and French, with 95% of classes taught in both languages. Preschool and Kindergarten require no prior French knowledge, and an Accelerated French Program (AFP) supports 1st through 8th graders with no previous French. The FAA is affiliated with France and the United States and accredited by the Middle States Association and the French Ministry of Education. Facilities include large classrooms, libraries, gymnasia, and dedicated Art and Music rooms, plus STEM resources. Extracurriculars include Summer Camp, enrichment programs, and after-school language offerings at Jersey City.
Pine Street School is an International Baccalaureate World School in downtown Manhattan serving children from 1 to 14. It offers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and is a candidacy school for the Middle Years Programme (MYP), complemented by a Montessori-inspired preschool. The curriculum centers on inquiry-based, transdisciplinary learning with a strong emphasis on language immersion. Kindergarten through Grade 5 study Spanish or Mandarin through immersion, Ones & Twos participate in a tri-lingual English/Spanish/Mandarin format, and German is introduced in Middle School. The school operates across two campuses—Lower Elementary at 25 Pine Street and Middle School at 156 William Street—with a 1:1 Apple device program and Apple Distinguished School status since 2022. Facilities support technology-enabled learning, coding, and robotics, while partnerships extend learning beyond the classroom. A focus on global citizenship, community connections, the arts, and athletics complements the IB program. The school fosters curiosity, collaboration, and compassionate leadership daily.
Lexington Elementary is an International Baccalaureate World School serving students from Transitional Kindergarten through fifth grade, ages 3 to 11. The campus offers the IB Primary Years Program in conjunction with the California Common Core standards, and Lexington was authorized to deliver the PYP in 2007, the first public IB school in Northern California. The school hosts a Transitional Kindergarten IB Early Years program as Lexington's TK hub. The curriculum emphasizes inquiry and transdisciplinary units organized under themes such as Who We Are and How the World Works. Instruction is delivered in English with a TK-5 Spanish FLES program to build multilingual capabilities. In 2014 the campus was rebuilt, providing large modern classrooms, a library, Life Lab and Garden, outdoor classrooms, and a multipurpose room for theater. Signature offerings include an annual theater production, a robust arts program, and a Green Team with garden-based learning. A supportive community guides learners.
International School of Beaverton (ISB) is an IB option school within Beaverton School District in Aloha, Oregon, serving grades 6-12. The school offers the IB Middle Years Programme and IB Diploma Programme, with AVID college readiness, service learning, outdoor school, and international exchange programmes including visits with Shukutoku High School in Tokyo.
New Mexico International School (NMIS) is an IB World School in Albuquerque offering an inquiry-based curriculum that encourages students to explore their full potential in a supportive environment. The school focuses on empowering young minds through international-mindedness.
The British International School of Chicago, South Loop serves students aged 3 to 18 as a private K–12 institution aligned with the English National Curriculum. In the Primary Years, the school combines the English National Curriculum with the International Primary Curriculum, while the Middle and High Schools offer IGCSE examinations and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The campus features a 9,000-square-foot gymnasium and a technology-enhanced learning environment underpinned by metacognition and a Virtual School Experience that supports transitions between classroom and remote learning. Expeditions and global collaborations extend learning beyond the classroom, including trips and partnerships through Nord Anglia Education, UNICEF, and the United Nations SDGs. Signature programs include Juilliard–Nord Anglia collaborations in performing arts and the Global Campus network for cross‑school collaboration. Distinctive opportunities also include a Share A Dream volunteering initiative and international fieldwork such as projects in Tanzania and Switzerland. The school emphasizes citizenship alongside academic study.
Harrow International School New York sits on a 170-acre campus with 1,000 feet of waterfront on Long Island, home to the Bourne Mansion and 21st-century learning spaces. The school offers an international curriculum framework spanning British, American, and International Baccalaureate programmes, including MYP and the Diploma Programme for which it is an IB Candidate School. From Pre Shell (Grade 6) to Sixth Form (Grade 12), students graduate with the IB Diploma alongside a Harrow New York Diploma and a New York State High School Diploma. Lessons are delivered in English, with language offerings for modern and classical languages as appropriate. Three competencies—digital, social, and cognitive—shape learning and its real-world application. The campus supports extensive on-site sport and performing arts facilities, with further facilities planned, including a STEM building and an on-site athletic center. Rich co-curriculars, a Careers programme, and a House system foster leadership and community. A global community worldwide.
Hiba Academy Bay Area is a private international independent school opening Fall 2026 in San Francisco. As the newest member of the Wellington College Education network, it draws on a 160-year UK heritage and a global footprint that includes schools in the UK, China, Thailand, India, and beyond. The school delivers a bilingual English–Chinese curriculum from Early Years through Primary Years, with Chinese used as an instruction language in the Primary Years and English and Chinese used across learning experiences. The IB Primary Years Programme framework emphasizes inquiry, creativity, collaboration, and empathy. In Early Years, learning is immersive and hands-on, developing mathematics, literacy, language, and the arts in both languages. Academic Enrichment includes STEM, coding, language, and math explorations, while arts, calligraphy, and cultural traditions reinforce creative expression. A range of after-school activities supports wellbeing, sport, and social belonging. The campus will offer modern facilities designed for bilingual learning experiences.
British International School of Houston is an international day school providing education for ages 3 to 18 in Katy, Texas. The school offers a British-inspired curriculum within a global framework, combining the English National Curriculum (including the Early Years Foundation Stage) with the International Primary Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, and the IB Diploma or Career-related Programme. BIS Houston serves a community of more than 75 nationalities and is part of Nord Anglia Education, known for its globally connected curricula and international partnerships. The campus spans 33 acres and features glass-encased spaces designed for collaboration. Facilities include a MIT-inspired Maker Space, a Juilliard-influenced Performing Arts Centre with a 600-seat theatre, an Agora library, and a BOMA cafeteria. Sports facilities include two NCAA-sized gyms, a six-lane swimming pool, FIFA-pitch soccer fields, and a fitness suite. The school emphasizes technology with an Apple Distinguished School designation and a 1:1 device program across year groups.
The International School of Los Angeles (ISLA) is an independent, nonprofit international school offering a bilingual French–English education for ages 3–18. It operates four campuses: Los Feliz, Pasadena, West Valley Tarzana, and Burbank, serving 1,060 students from 51 nationalities and 36 languages. The curriculum blends preschool through 12th grade French Ministry of Education frameworks with English instruction starting in kindergarten and rising to about 40% by 5th grade. In Middle School, students choose between the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) and a bilingual track; LILA is an IB World School and a candidate for MYP certification. High School offers the French Baccalaureate or the IB Diploma Programme, with most upper-level courses bilingually. ISLA is affiliated with France through Ministère de l'Éducation Nationale, AEFE, and Mission laïque française, and accredited by CAIS, WASC, and IB. Established in 1978, the school fosters truly open-minded, bilingual, critical thinkers who think and act globally.
Cornerstone Learning Community in Tallahassee serves students from preschool through eighth grade using a project-based learning model. The 11-acre campus features wooded trails and outdoor classrooms used for science and environmental studies. Students engage in the "Cornerstone Morning" tradition, a daily gathering for songs and community building. The curriculum emphasizes social-emotional development alongside core subjects, with middle schoolers participating in annual "Expeditions"—extended off-campus trips focused on service or environmental research. Facilities include a dedicated art studio and science lab designed for hands-on experiments. Spanish instruction begins in preschool, and the middle school program includes a social justice curriculum component. This school is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) and focuses on experiential education. Parents should note that the school operates as a day-only program with a strong emphasis on family involvement and community-led events.
The Quarry Lane School’s Dublin East campus serves students from second grade through twelfth grade, offering a college-preparatory track centered on the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. As the only private school in the East Bay providing the IB Diploma, the campus features a specialized STEM Academy that integrates science and engineering throughout the curriculum. High school students can pursue either the IB Diploma or an Advanced Placement (AP) path, with dedicated tracks in engineering and biotechnology. The campus includes a science and engineering lab where students participate in research projects, leading many to earn grand awards at the Hitachi Science & Engineering Fair. Beyond the classroom, the school is known for its competitive robotics teams and a visual and performing arts program that includes a planned performing arts center. Students also participate in a student-led club system, with offerings ranging from DECA and Speech and Debate to a variety of cultural and service-oriented societies.
Atlanta International School is a private, nonprofit IB World School serving 3K through Grade 12 with campuses in Buckhead and Sandy Springs. The school offers the full IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) and the Career-related Programme, alongside full and dual-immersion language initiatives to develop multilingual proficiency. AISx Flexible Schedule supports Grades 6–12 with in-person or remote options while maintaining IB coursework. Language study includes Chinese, French, German and Spanish, with English as an Additional Language support and heritage language offerings. The Sandy Springs campus, opened in 2024, features Mouratoglou Tennis Academy Atlanta, a riverfront site, residential facilities, and a Great Hall, River House, and a quad. It houses four tennis courts and extensive outdoor recreation. The school emphasizes hands-on learning through Makerspaces, science labs, design studios and an art loft, with a library. The program includes Global and Experiential Learning and Creativity, Activity, Service as part of the IB framework.
The Biltmore School is a private independent IB World School in Miami, Florida, founded in 1926, serving children from 12 months (Nido) through 8th grade. The school features collaborative projects with Harvard University and Florida International University, nurturing holistic development in a safe, diverse environment.
Alto International School (formerly Silicon Valley International School) is a bilingual IB World School in Palo Alto and Menlo Park, California, serving preschool through Grade 12. The school offers three language immersion tracks in Chinese, French, and German alongside English, with IB MYP and Diploma programmes, WASC, CAIS, and French Ministry accreditation.
Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Public Charter School operates across two DC campuses, Brookland and East End, serving students from PK3 through fifth grade (ages 3 to 11). The school delivers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme in a dual-immersion framework, with English plus a target language (Spanish or French) for content-area instruction. From Pre-K, 90% of instruction is in the target language; kindergarten to fifth grade use roughly half English and half the target language, with native-speaking teachers leading lessons. The campus facilities include a kitchen that prepares three meals daily from local ingredients, a garden program, a library, a music and art room, and outdoor spaces. The school is accredited by the Middle States Association and participates in Label FrancEducation and Learn24. Support services include MTSS and English Learner supports, with targeted 1:1 or small-group instruction as needed. The program emphasizes inquiry-based learning, intercultural understanding, and student voice.
French American School of Tampa Bay (FASTB) is a day school serving students ages 3 to 12. It delivers a bilingual education blending French and American approaches. The French curriculum (Les Programmes) is taught with total immersion in early childhood; the English program follows practices of American schools and harmonizes with the French curriculum to support bilingual learning. The school uses the IB Primary Years Programme to teach the French National Curriculum, with candidacy in 2021 and IB World School status achieved in 2023. FASTB is accredited by the Florida Department of Education and Mission Laïque Française and serves as a DELF/DALF testing center. Distinctive features include a dual-language pathway from La Maternelle, partnerships with AFSA, AEFE, and MLF, and exposure to cultures. Facilities include five classrooms, a library, a Tiki Hut for events, and an outdoor playground overlooking a lake; aftercare, clubs, and a bilingual summer camp complement life here.
EF Academy Pasadena is an independent boarding and day school on a $200 million purpose-built campus in Pasadena, California, 20 minutes from downtown Los Angeles. The school serves high school students from over 30 nationalities with an IB programme, 90%+ faculty with advanced degrees, and WASC and MSA-CESS accreditation.
Stoneleigh-Burnham School is a boarding and day school for girls, serving grades 7-12 and postgraduate, founded in 1869. It is the first girls' school and only girls' boarding school in New England to offer the International Baccalaureate. The school has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio and draws students from 13 states and 12 countries.
American Youth Academy (AYA) is an independent Islamic school in Tampa serving students from PK2 through 12th grade. The institution holds the distinction of being the first Islamic school in Florida authorized to offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme for students in grades 11 and 12. The secondary curriculum also integrates the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) framework alongside Florida Sunshine State Standards. Specialized academic tracks include Advanced Placement (AP) courses in U.S. and World History, as well as dual enrollment opportunities through local colleges. Beyond core academics, AYA maintains a campus equipped with an athletic center, a decentralized library system, and dedicated spaces for daily prayers and Quranic studies. A signature initiative is the integration of Arabic language and Islamic principles across all grade levels, ensuring students develop spiritual literacy alongside technical skills. The school is known for its "Project-Based Learning" approach in the lower years and its summer STEM programs designed to sharpen inquiry-based thinking.
Maryland International School (MDIS) is the only private school in Maryland authorised to offer all three IB programmes: PYP (grades 1-5), MYP (grades 6-10), and DP (grades 11-12). Located in Elkridge, Howard County, it provides a rigorous, student-centred IB curriculum with STEM pathways.
French International School of Oregon is an independent school in Portland serving ages 2 to 14. It blends the International Baccalaureate framework (PYP and MYP) with a French curriculum in a language-immersion setting and is the only IB-authorized provider in Portland for preschool through eighth grade. The school is fully accredited by the French Ministry of Education and affiliated with AEFE and Mission Laïque Française. All teachers are native speakers, and English is integrated from preschool and gradually expanded from 2nd through 5th grade in line with Oregon's English Language Arts Standards. In Middle School, students can pursue immersion tracks in French, German, Mandarin Chinese, Spanish, or an English-focused track. The campus comprises 15 wooded acres and houses new STEAM spaces for hands-on learning; a gym supports middle school activities, and the Lower School library is on site. Extended Learning offers athletics, ACE Weeks, Afterschool Explorers, and Summer Programs.
West Sound Academy is an independent private school in Poulsbo, Washington, United States, offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP). The school serves students in grades 6 through 12 and operates as an IB World School. The campus is located at 16571 Creative Drive NE, Poulsbo, WA 98370. With a focus on the IB DP, the school provides a continuous program for middle and high school students within the United States. This arrangement supports a consistent IB experience as students progress from early adolescence to late adolescence within the same IB framework. As an independent school, West Sound Academy emphasizes its IB curriculum within a U.S. educational setting. Prospective families seeking an internationally oriented preparation for secondary education will find the DP central to the school's offerings. The campus environment supports collaboration, guided inquiry, and global citizenship as part of West Sound Academy's commitment to preparing students for education paths.
Gulliver Preparatory School is a co-educational private day school in Miami, Florida, founded in 1926 and celebrating its centennial in 2026. Serving Pre-K through Grade 12, the school offers the IB programme, signature academic programmes, and the EDGE Programme, with 8 National Merit Finalists in 2026.
Waldo International School is an IB World School in Jersey City, New Jersey, serving infants through 8th grade. The school offers inquiry-based STEAM education with gifted and talented programming, and participates in competitions including FIRST Lego Robotics, Scripps Spelling Bee, and Noetic Math Contest.
District of Columbia International School (DCI) is a tuition-free public charter for students aged 11–18, serving grades 6–12 on the Walter Reed Army Medical Center campus in Delano Hall. Founded in 2014, it grew from language-immersion charters to become an International Baccalaureate World School offering the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for grades 6–10 and the Diploma Programme (DP) or Career Programme (CP) for grades 11–12. DCI implements an IB for All approach, with English as the language of instruction for core subjects and three language tracks (French, Spanish, and Chinese), where language study and electives are delivered in the target language. The school runs a 1:1 Chromebook program, supporting inquiry-based, student-centered learning. Distinctive features include language immersion, work-based learning through CP, and robust electives in arts and STEM. The campus is Tier 1 per DC PCSB, and ACE activities, athletics, and partnerships enrich experiences. A true model for IB for families.
Wesley International Academy is an Atlanta public charter school serving approximately 800 K-8 students through the IB World Programme. Founded in 2006, it features daily Mandarin Chinese instruction for all students, a 99% teacher retention rate, and has met all charter performance targets with Platinum-level counselling and league championships.
Missoula International School (MIS) is an independent, NWAIS-accredited IB World School in Missoula, Montana, founded in 1995. Offering Spanish immersion from preschool through 8th grade, MIS delivers the IB Primary Years and Middle Years Programmes with multiage classrooms and low student-teacher ratios.
Le Jardin Academy is an independent International Baccalaureate (IB) World School located on a 24-acre campus in Kailua, Hawaii. It is the only school in the state to offer the full IB continuum, including the Primary Years, Middle Years, and Diploma Programmes, for students from age three through grade 12. The campus features specialized facilities such as a swimming pool, gymnasium, tennis courts, and dedicated art and design spaces. A unique feature of the school is the "Wild Kids" outdoor education program, which utilizes the surrounding natural environment, including the nearby Kawainui Marsh, for experiential learning and environmental stewardship. Students also participate in "Impact Programs" that connect classroom learning with community service projects. This location-based learning allows students to engage directly with Hawaii's local ecology and culture while pursuing a globally recognized curriculum.
Rancho Solano Preparatory School is a PK–12 private day school in Scottsdale, Arizona, with a Lower Campus for PreK–5 and Upper Campus for 6–12. The school serves ages 2 to 18 and operates as an international learning community defined by small class sizes and an inquiry-based curriculum. The Upper School offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, with Higher Level and Standard Level courses, IB certificates, or non-IB electives. Beginning in fall 2025, 9th and 10th graders may choose College Prep or Honors core subjects, alongside existing options for 11th and 12th grades. Core subjects include English, Mathematics, Science, Social Sciences, and World Languages (French, Mandarin, Spanish) with IB options; World Languages are integrated with Fine Arts and Technology & Media Arts in the Upper School. Facilities include a Student Activities Center/Gym, weight room, outdoor field, beach volleyball courts, and production lab. IT/STEM is integrated from Pre‑K, with iPads in every classroom and a science fair.
British International School of Washington BISW is a private international school in DC serving ages 2 to 18 and part of Nord Anglia Education. Opened in 1998, BISW blends a British educational heritage with an international focus. The school offers a curriculum across 2–18: Early Years Foundation Stage; the English National Curriculum supported by the International Primary Curriculum; the International Middle Years Curriculum; IGCSE in Upper Secondary (Years 10–11); and the IB Diploma Programme in Upper Secondary (Years 12–13). English and Mathematics are taught in line with the English National Curriculum. The campus is a single building housing facilities for the sciences, arts, music, dance, computer science and design technology, plus a learning hub, library, and counseling space. BISW uses Seesaw in Primary and ManageBac in Secondary to track progress. Juilliard and MIT collaborations enrich arts and STEAM, alongside Nord Anglia's Global Campus programs. Preparing students for a global career.
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