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International Schools in Atlanta, United States

Compare 9 international schools in Atlanta, United States. Filter by curriculum, fees (average USD 18,524), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
9
Curricula
9
Average annual fee
USD 18,524
Fee range
USD 100 – 36,947
More school facts
Most common curriculum
IB (PYP) (3 schools)
Average school size
679 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Atlanta International School - Sandy Springs
Oldest
Atlanta International School - Sandy Springs (1984)
With boarding
2
About international schools in Atlanta, United States

Atlanta’s international-school scene is a mix of IB-authorised private schools, independent U.S. curriculum schools (many offering Advanced Placement options), and public or charter dual-language immersion programmes, so families can choose between an explicitly international syllabus or a U.S. school with strong language provision. Languages commonly offered include Spanish, French, Mandarin and Japanese, and several schools run full or partial immersion from the early years. Fees vary: citywide private-school averages sit around the high-teens of thousands per year, while specialist international/IB schools can charge in the low-to-mid-$30,000s; many schools publish payment plans and needs-based aid. Admissions mostly follow the Atlanta independent-school calendar (applications open in autumn with priority deadlines through winter and common notification dates in spring), although a number of schools operate rolling admissions and require tours, testing or classroom visits for applicants.

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FAQs for United States

What kinds of curricula will my child find at international schools in Atlanta?
You will commonly find International Baccalaureate programmes alongside U.S. independent-school curricula that often include Advanced Placement options; additionally there are public and charter schools that specialise in dual-language immersion. Some schools combine approaches (for example an IB continuum in an independent school), so check each school’s authorised programmes and course lists before you apply.
How much should we budget for tuition and extra costs?
Tuition varies considerably by type and age: citywide private-school averages are around the high-teens of thousands per year, while established international or IB schools commonly publish total tuition in the low-to-mid-$30,000s for school-age students; expect additional costs for application/matriculation fees, meals, trips and some technology or activity charges. Many schools publish financial-aid options and multi-installment payment plans, so factor those into your budgeting conversations with admissions offices.
When should we start the application process?
Most independent and international schools in the Atlanta area open applications in the autumn, with priority or first-round deadlines through late winter and common notification dates in early spring, but exact dates vary by school. Some schools also offer rolling admissions or later entry for specific grades, so begin with virtual or in-person tours as soon as possible and confirm each school’s current deadlines and assessment requirements.
Which languages and immersion options are available, and at what ages do they start?
Spanish, French, Mandarin and Japanese are among the most commonly offered languages across public, charter and private international programmes, and a number of schools provide dual-language or full immersion tracks beginning in pre-school or early primary years. Local school district and independent programmes also extend world-language study into middle and high school, so check whether a school’s language pathway continues through the grades you care about.
What practical things should relocating families prioritise when comparing schools?
Look for the school’s authorised curriculum and accreditation, the level of English-learner and language-support services, continuity of the language pathway through later grades, and clarity on costs and financial aid. Also consider commute and transport - Atlanta remains largely car-dependent with significant traffic at peak times - so check school-run buses, proximity to your home and typical travel times when planning your move.