Asheville School is a co-educational boarding school in Asheville, North Carolina, founded in 1900. The school draws students from 25 countries and 16 US states. Originally a boys' school, it became co-educational in 1972 and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1996. The curriculum spans six departments: Arts, English, History, Mathematics, Science, and World Languages, with advanced courses available in each. A distinctive mountaineering programme takes advantage of the school's location in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The Spoleto Study Abroad programme and Winterim provide unique experiential learning opportunities. Dr. Anthony Sgro serves as the ninth Head of School.
Location
Asheville School is on Asheville School Road in Asheville, North Carolina, in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina. The area offers exceptional access to outdoor activities including hiking, climbing, and mountain sports.
Stages
The school serves high school students, with the Spoleto Study Abroad programme and Winterim providing additional learning experiences beyond the regular academic schedule.
Type
Asheville School is an independent co-educational boarding school. Originally founded as a boys' school in 1900, it admitted girls as day students in 1972 and opened girls' boarding in 1986.
Pupil Nationality Mix
Students come from 25 countries and 16 US states.
Additional learning support
Academic Support Services help students develop study skills, time management, and test preparation strategies.
Tuition details are available from the admissions office. Financial aid is offered through the Clarity application system, with a January 15 deadline.
Boarding Arrangements
Boarding is at the heart of the Asheville School experience. Residence halls include Kehaya House (the first girls' dormitory, dedicated in 1990) and other halls for boys and girls.
Governance and Ownership
Asheville School is a non-profit institution governed by a Board of Trustees chaired by Thomas Shores Jr. Dr. Anthony Sgro serves as the ninth Head of School.
Curriculum
The curriculum is organised across six departments: Arts, English, History, Mathematics, Science, and World Languages. Advanced courses are available in each department, including Women in Literature, Constitutional Law (Honors), Multivariable Calculus, and Global Affairs (Advanced). The Spoleto Study Abroad programme provides international learning, and Winterim offers focused experiential courses.
Higher Education Progression
As a college preparatory school, Asheville School prepares students for selective university admission. College counselling is part of the academic programme.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Academic Support Services are available to help students with study skills and test preparation.
Mental Wellbeing
Student Safety and Wellbeing is a priority, with dedicated programmes supporting the mental and physical health of all students.
History
Asheville School was founded in 1900 as a boys' school with 53 students in grades 5-12. Girls were admitted as day students in 1972 and received boarding housing in 1986. Kehaya House, the first girls' dormitory, was dedicated in 1990. The school was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1996 and celebrated its centennial in 2000.
Community
A diverse community of students from 25 countries and 16 states creates an international atmosphere. The boarding environment fosters close relationships between students and faculty.
Facilities Overview
The campus includes academic buildings, residence halls, athletic facilities, and access to the Blue Ridge Mountains for outdoor education. Virtual tours and galleries are available online.
Sports Facilities
Multiple team sports are offered with live streaming of games. Athletic facilities support a range of competitive sports.
Extra Curricular Facilities
The mountaineering programme is a distinctive offering that takes advantage of the Blue Ridge Mountain location. Arts programmes include dance, drama, technical theatre, film production, music, visual arts, and ceramics.
Academic & Intellectual
Advanced courses in history, science, mathematics, and English push students beyond the standard curriculum. The Spoleto Study Abroad programme provides international academic enrichment.
Arts & Creative
The arts department offers dance, drama, technical theatre, film production, music, visual arts, and ceramics. Creative expression is valued alongside academic achievement.
Cultural & Language
Spanish and French are taught from Level I through Level IV, with advanced Language and Culture and Literature courses available.
Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The mountaineering programme builds physical fitness and resilience. Team sports provide competitive athletic opportunities in the Blue Ridge Mountain setting.
Language Provision
English is the language of instruction. Spanish and French are offered as world languages from Level I through to advanced literature and culture courses.
Accreditations
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1996.
Admissions
1. Visit campus or take a virtual tour. 2. Submit an application through the admissions office. 3. Financial aid applications are submitted through Clarity by January 15. 4. The school draws students from 25 countries and 16 US states.
Scholarships
Financial aid is available. Applications are processed through Clarity with a January 15 deadline.
