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Georgian-American School

Georgia, Tbilisi

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Georgian
Fees GEL 9,500
Ages 5 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 620
Type Co-educational
Opened 2013
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages Russian, French, Spanish, German
Strengths STEM, Languages, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Leadership and Professional, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction

Georgian-American School in Tbilisi operates on two campuses, one for elementary and one for secondary levels. It offers the Georgian Integrated Program (I–XII) aligned with national and international accreditation and follows Common Core standards, alongside an American Diploma Program (IX–XII) taught in English with American textbooks and 18 AP subjects. From Grade 2, students may study a second foreign language (Russian, French, Spanish, or German). The school is Cognia-accredited and a College Board member; PSATs and SAT are administered on site. LEGO Education and robotics are integrated into the curriculum, and students may participate in international Olympiads and conferences (IJSO, Regeneron ISEF, MILSET) with IMUNA as a partner. An AI Powered Chat Teacher supports the American program. The 2023-built campus has educational buildings, dormitories, auditoriums, STEM labs, a library, and sports facilities, including an Olympic basketball court. The school offers a range of clubs and activities across arts, science, and leadership opportunities.

21 Shuamta St, Tbilisi, Georgia

The Essentials

Georgian-American School has 620 pupils, instruction in English, Georgian.

Location
Georgia, Tbilisi, Vake-Saburtalo district, Chavchavadzis Avenue 7a; Nino Ramishvili Street 6

Stages
Georgian program offers Grades I–XII; American diploma program offers Grades IX–XII

Country affiliation
Affiliation with the United States through Cognia accreditation and College Board representation

School day structure
Grades II–V: 9:10–16:30; Grades VI–XII: 9:00–15:20

Bus service
Transport is available upon request
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
The school is owned by a private limited liability company (LLC) Georgian-American School. Governance is carried out by the school administration under the Director, including roles such as Deputy Director for Administrative Direction, Deputy Director for Academic Direction, and managers for international programs, administration, IT, finance, and other senior staff.
Fees

Annual tuition at Georgian-American School ranges from GEL 9,500 for 2026/27.

Application fees
- No fixed public application fee amount is published for the Georgian‑American School.

Tuition fees (annual and per‑term breakdown)
- Georgian‑American School (Tbilisi): Annual tuition is GEL 9,500 for the 2025/2026 academic year. GEL 1,500 of this amount is payable within 10 working days after signing the contract; the remaining GEL 8,000 is paid in two equal installments of GEL 4,000 each (50% due by September 1 and 50% due by January 1). Presentment of the fee is on an annual basis; the instalment breakdown above reflects the school's published payment schedule.
- Georgian‑American School (Batumi): Annual tuition is GEL 9,500 for the 2026/2027 academic year (same annual figure published for the Batumi campus for 2026/2027). The published figure is an annual tuition amount; the Batumi page lists GEL 9,500 as the tuition for the year.

Tuition by year group / grade
- The published tuition figure is stated as an annual fee that applies across the grades listed for each campus (no separate per‑grade annual amounts are published). For Tbilisi and Batumi the single published annual figure is GEL 9,500. The school's materials indicate that this fee covers the core school program and specified inclusions (see next section).

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Deposit / initial payment: GEL 1,500 payable within 10 working days after signing the contract (Tbilisi).
- Remaining balance: Paid in two instalments — 50% by September 1 and 50% by January 1 (Tbilisi). For the standard GEL 9,500 annual fee this results in remaining instalments of GEL 4,000 and GEL 4,000 after the initial GEL 1,500 payment.
- Discounts noted in published materials: sibling discount of 10% per child and a 5% discount for full prepaid payment are offered where applicable.

Boarding / dormitory fees
- The Tbilisi campus includes a dormitory among its campus facilities, but no specific published boarding (room/board) fee schedule or per‑term boarding prices are publicly listed. No separate boarding fee amounts are published for either campus.

Other costs and fees (uniform, meals, extracurriculars, etc.)
- The published annual tuition amount (GEL 9,500) is presented as inclusive of school uniform and meals: Grades 1–3 receive two meals a day and students in Grade 4 and above receive one meal a day as part of the tuition inclusions for the Tbilisi campus. The tuition is also stated to include participation in extracurricular clubs and cognitive‑educational programs (numbering up to ~20 clubs).
- No separate published line items for uniforms, books, extracurricular club fees, transport costs, or exam fees are provided; some optional services (for example, transportation) are arranged through third parties and are contracted and billed separately.

Refund information
- No detailed public refund policy or specific refund amounts/timelines for tuition or deposits is published in the public admissions/tuition pages.

Fee payment options (methods)
- The school's public pages list contact details for administration but do not publish a definitive list of accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer, credit card, cash). Parents are provided administrative contact points for billing and registration matters.

Concise summary of available fee items and limits of published detail
- Published, load‑bearing figures available: annual tuition GEL 9,500 (Tbilisi 2025/26; Batumi 2026/27), initial contract payment/deposit GEL 1,500 (Tbilisi), instalment schedule (50% by Sept 1, 50% by Jan 1 for remaining balance), sibling and prepaid discounts (10% and 5% respectively), and inclusions (uniform, meals, clubs).
- Items not published in public materials and therefore not listed as definitive figures: a specific application fee amount, boarding/dormitory price list, separate per‑grade tuition tiers, explicit refund terms, and the specific accepted technical payment methods (bank transfer/credit card). Where amounts or detailed policies are not publicly stated, no numerical figure is provided above.
Academics

Georgian-American School teaches American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP) for students aged 5 to 18.

Curriculum
Georgian Integrated Program (I–XII) is based on national and international accreditation and follows Common Core and Next Generation standards. American Diploma Program (IX–XII) provides English-language instruction with American textbooks and includes AP courses; 18 AP subjects are offered. From Grade 2, a second foreign language is available (Russian, French, Spanish, or German). The curriculum includes LEGO Education and robotics, and students may participate in international Olympiads and conferences (IJSO, Regeneron ISEF, MILSET) with IMUNA as a partner. The school is Cognia-accredited and a College Board member; PSAT8/9, PSAT10, PSAT/NMSQT, and SAT are administered within the program. AI Powered Chat Teacher supports the American program.

Exam Results
2022–2023 graduates were admitted to universities including Free University (Architecture) with 100% scholarship, Caucasus University (Law; Business Administration; Architecture), Tbilisi State University (International Law; Journalism), Ilia State University (International Relations), and GIPA (Economics); other graduates attended Caucasus University or Ilia State University in Medicine and related fields. Scholarships ranged from 50% to 100%.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates entered universities such as the Free University, Caucasus University, TSU, Ilia State University, GIPA, and the Tbilisi Art Academy for Arts and Design, in fields including Architecture, Law, International Law, Business Administration, Economics, Journalism, Agronomy, International Relations, Medicine, and Diplomacy/International Relations; scholarships awarded ranged from 50% to 100%.

Gifted and Talented
The American Diploma Program offers 18 AP courses with College Board examinations; College Counseling provides individualized university guidance; students participate in international programs and competitions (IJSO, Regeneron ISEF, MILSET, IMUNA); AI Powered Chat Teacher supports instruction in the American program.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Georgian-American School's mission is to create a modern, technology‑equipped, safe and caring environment with student‑centered, motivating activities, using the latest teaching methods, and synthesizing national and international programs so students acquire knowledge and develop critical and creative thinking and the ability to adapt to a continually changing world. The school's vision is to foster an environment that ensures the development of an educated, developed individual who can make informed choices, be goal‑oriented, and have civic awareness and responsibility to the country's interests and traditions, with the capacity to develop their abilities for global opportunities. The school prioritizes healthy living, tolerance, patriotism, humanitarianism, and environmental protection as core values. The school promotes student leadership and involvement in international conferences, youth projects, and cultural events as part of preparing for the future. The school supports student life through autonomous governance, collaboration, and a focus on development, teamwork, and caring within the school community.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English-language instruction is offered in the IX–XII American Diploma Program. The diploma is recognized by Cognia and by the Georgian Ministry of Education. English-language instruction is designed to prepare students to study in an English-speaking environment. In addition to compulsory subjects, students may choose electives aligned with their interests and future careers. The program includes PSAT, SAT, AP, IELTS, and TOEFL exam preparation, and the school is an official College Board representative that conducts international exams. AP offers 18 subjects. College Counseling operates within the English-language program to provide individualized university guidance. The program emphasizes developing critical thinking, problem solving, and professional skills through international competitions and experiences.

Mental Wellbeing
The school provides medical and psychological services to students. A student consultation service is available to help students improve academic achievement. There is a wide range of clubs to develop students' potential and uncover talents. The school supports new students' adjustment to a new learning environment using diverse educational approaches and encouraging involvement in projects. Students are encouraged to take initiative in planning and implementing activities to advance their personal and academic growth.

Safeguarding
The campus provides a 24/7 security service to ensure a safe and secure learning environment. Surveillance cameras are in operation, access to the school premises is controlled with electronic wristbands and high‑tech turnstiles, and the building is equipped with modern fire safety systems.
Parent Experience

History
The Georgian-American School was founded in 2013. It operates on two independent campuses in Tbilisi: on N. Ramishvili Street No. 6 (total area 1,800 sq m) for the elementary level (I–V) and a preparatory group; and on Chavchavadzis Avenue, KiKh II, No. 5 (total area 3,800 sq m) for the basic (VI–IX) and middle (X–XII) levels. The Georgian-American School's founder and partner educational institutions are the Georgian-American High School (Nadzaladevi District, Chkondideli Street No. 18) and a TOEFL/SAT and national examination preparation center. The school describes its facilities as including a safe environment with certified security, a dining block, a medical clinic, indoor and outdoor sports facilities, a conference hall, and computer/ STEM laboratories. The history page also notes that the Georgian-American High School and a TOEFL/SAT and national exam prep center are its founding/partner institutions.”

Community
The school participates in international conferences and events in multiple locations around the world, including Dubai, London, Bangkok, Bucharest, and New York, among others. It also showcases student involvement in clubs and competitions and highlights Model United Nations activities such as MUN 2026. In addition, the school hosts diverse school events and projects, such as Spelling Bee, Georgia's Independence Day celebrations, travel-and-culture themed performances, and ecology projects. It maintains a broad calendar of cross-border activities and inter-school opportunities, including the MUN 2026 organizational events.”

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Parental involvement is encouraged and grows within the teaching/learning process. As part of its parents' engagement, the school hosts career-orientation events where professionals visit the campus to speak with students; eco-club and TV-club participants attend these sessions to learn about real-world professions. The school regularly invites renowned specialists to share knowledge with students, supporting career exploration. There have been workshops focusing on family values and student development, including a Gratitude workshop organized by a class teacher with school psychologists for parents and students. The school's psychology service reports include regular counseling for students, parents, and teachers, as well as group and individual sessions and parent-focused programs that support adaptation to school life and positive family engagement.”
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Georgian-American School of Tbilisi campus covers 4,500 square meters of land on the Airport Highway. Educational buildings span 2,700 square meters and include school auditoriums, science and computer laboratories, a library, sports infrastructure, an information center, and a dormitory. The campus was built in 2023.

Sports Facilities
Total area of the Sport Facilities is 1,400 m2. It includes a basketball court of Olympic standards, a tribune for 126 spectators, and auxiliary showers of international standards. The facilities are adapted to special needs.

Academic Facilities
Total area of the School Building is 3,000 m2. It is compliant with international standards and technologically equipped, and includes classrooms, laboratories of STEM fields, and a Computer Resource Center. The cafeteria is designed to serve 150 people and the building is adapted to special needs.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The school offers clubs including Arts Club, Chess Club, Taekwondo Club, Eco Club, Civic Education Club, Basketball Club, Football Club, Fun Mathematics, Modern Dance, Modern Ballet, Gymnastics Club, Drama Club, English with Native Speaker, Literature Club, Georgian Dance, Lego-Robotics, and Programming.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers a US-accredited American Diploma Program for IX–XII grades. It runs QLab, an innovative STEM program for adolescents that blends science and technology with practical application. STEM programs include Calculus, Quantum Computing, Game Development, 3D Modeling, 3D Printing, Robotics and Electronics, Data Analysis, Graphic Design, Ecology and Projects. Students participate in national Olympiads such as Mu Alpha Theta and the Everest Mathematics Olympiad, and the school hosts Model United Nations programs.

Arts & Creative
The school has several arts and creative clubs. The GAS TV Media Club explores videography, editing, and social media engagement to communicate messages creatively. The Reading Club and English Literature Club engage members with literature in original languages, analyze characters, and craft scenes. The Russian Language Club supports language development, and Graphic Design is offered as part of STEM programs to foster visual creativity.

Cultural & Language
Russian Language Club supports language learning. English-language and literature activities are offered through the English Literature Club and Reading Club. The school participates in Model United Nations (MUN) programs, providing opportunities to engage in diplomacy and global affairs.

Social & Hobbies
The school offers clubs that foster social and personal interests. Eco-Club ‘Lariksi' focuses on sustainable development and climate action. The UN Model Club and Entrepreneurship Club introduce students to diplomacy and business skills. GAS TV is a media club that develops videography, editing, and social-media engagement.

Community & Service
The Civics Club raises awareness of socially important issues, promotes informal education, and supports active citizenship.

Leadership & Professional
Model United Nations (MUN) provides leadership, public-speaking, and diplomacy experiences; the school also hosts the UN Model Club and the Entrepreneurship Club to develop leadership and entrepreneurial skills.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The campus features Olympic-standard, multifunctional sports facilities, including a gym where the Zaza Pachulia Basketball Academy operates and trains GAS students at no extra cost in the club format. Taekwondo Club is also available on campus, supported by modern training spaces and a focus on athletic development.
Languages

Language Provision
Georgian is the language of instruction in the Georgian Integrated Program (grades I–XII). The American Diploma Program is taught in English for grades IX–XII and uses English-language textbooks. From Grade 2, students may study a second foreign language: Russian, French, Spanish, or German.

Bilingual Teaching
The school has a Georgian Integrated Program for grades I–XII taught in Georgian, and an English-language American Diploma Program for grades IX–XII. The Georgian program is based on national and international accreditation and follows Common Core and Next Generation standards. The American program uses English-language textbooks for Math, English Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies, and prepares students for PSAT and SAT. From Grade 2, a second foreign language is available: Russian, French, Spanish, or German.
Reputation

Accreditations
US Accredited by Cognia. The American diploma program (IX–XII) is issued as the American High School Diploma and is recognized by Cognia and the Georgian Ministry of Education.
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1: Preparatory group and Grade I students are admitted on the basis of an interview. The interview assesses suitability for the program. The admission process determines the next steps for enrollment.

Step 2: II-XI grade students are admitted on the basis of an interview and/or testing. The evaluation may include an interview and/or a test. The results determine eligibility for the integrated Georgian–American program or the American High School Diploma program.

Step 3: After testing and interviewing, a contract for educational services is signed between the student's legal guardian and the school.

Step 4: All required documents must be submitted. Notarized birth certificate copy is required. Two 3x4 photographs are required. A health certificate is required. Copies of parents' IDs are required. A certificate from the parents' place of work is required.
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