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Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Preschool, Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction
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.
7455 Awty School Ln, Houston, TX 77055, United States
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The Essentials
The Awty International School has 1,754 pupils, typical class sizes of 8, instruction in English, French, Spanish.
Location
7455 Awty School Lane, Houston, Texas 77055, USA. The school is located in Houston, Texas.
More than 1,800 students from more than 50 countries. The nationalities are 40% American, 30% French, with the remaining 30% representing over 50 other nationalities.
Additional learning support
Learning differences are acknowledged under the International Baccalaureate framework. The school is independent and international; accommodations may include extra time for tests and examinations and the use of assistive devices. The Learning Support Coordinator provides information to coordinate necessary learning support.
Country affiliation
France
School day structure
The school day runs 7:55 a.m. to 3:35 p.m. for Middle and Upper School, 8:00 a.m. to 2:50 p.m. for Lower School, and 8:15 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. for Early Learning.
Bus service
Awty contracts with AFC Transportation to provide bus service to and from the school. Buses pick-up and drop-off riders at designated points. Bus fees for 2025-2026 are $3,500 for round-trip ridership and $1,750 for one-way ridership.
Diving Deeper
Boarding Arrangements
Day school; no boarding facilities.
Uniform Requirement
Uniforms must be purchased through Dennis Uniforms or the Used Uniform store. A free P.E. uniform (shorts and a T-shirt) is issued to each student during the first week of school; additional uniforms can be purchased at the School Store.
Food Options
SAGE Dining Services manages the school food service; the daily menu is posted in the myAWTY portal; lunch and snacks are included in tuition; the school maintains a nut-free and peanut-free environment; for students with severe food allergies, Magnus Health documentation and an action plan are required on file at the School Clinic.
Governance and Ownership
Independent school governed by a Board of Trustees. The Board hires and oversees the Head of School; the school merged with the French School of Houston in 1984 to form The Awty International School.
Fees
Annual tuition at The Awty International School ranges from USD 34,145 to USD 44,880 for 2026/27.
Application and Enrollment Fees - Application fee: USD 200 (one-time, for all new students not previously enrolled within the last three school years). - New Student Fee: USD 1,500 (due at time of enrollment; non-refundable). - Registration fee: USD 250 (assessed at enrollment). - Capital Building Fee: USD 1,250 (assessed at enrollment).
How tuition may be billed (payment schedules / per-term implications) - One-Payment plan: full annual tuition balance due in a single installment (balance payable by June 1). Families enrolling after June 1 pay one month after enrollment. Under this plan the full annual tuition above is billed as one payment. - Two-Payment plan: the annual tuition balance is split into two equal installments: 50% due June 1 and 50% due October 1. Under this plan each installment equals 50% of the annual tuition amount for the applicable grade group. A 5% finance fee applies to unpaid tuition under the Two-Payment plan; Tuition Insurance is required for families using the Two-Payment plan (cost noted below). - Monthly Installment plan: the annual tuition balance is divided into ten monthly installments payable June 1 through March 1. A 5% finance fee applies to unpaid tuition under the Monthly plan; Tuition Insurance is required for families choosing the Monthly plan (cost noted below). - Payment plan change fee: USD 100 per change of payment plan. - Note: fees (application, registration, capital, grade-level trip or exam fees, book fees, bus, etc.) are invoiced separately and are not covered by the tuition-only payment plans; those fees are billed and collected as invoiced by the Business Office.
Tuition insurance and finance charges - Tuition Insurance: available to all families and required for those choosing the Two-Payment or Monthly Installment plans. The stated Tuition Insurance cost is 2.25% of the tuition. - Finance fee: a 5% finance fee is applied to unpaid tuition for families on the Two-Payment and Monthly Installment plans.
Additional required and typical fees (per year / per item where shown) - Grade-specific trip, exam, and diploma fees (examples and ranges): - 6th Grade (6ème) Awty Connects Week activities: USD 500. - 7th Grade (5ème) Washington, D.C. class trip: USD 2,950. - 8th Grade (4ème) Big Bend class trip: USD 1,200. - 3ème Brevet exam (average): ~USD 170. - 10th grade / 2nde and 11th grade / 1ère Awty Connects Week experiential trips: ranges USD 250 – USD 6,000 depending on chosen activity. - International Baccalaureate fee (Grades 11 and 12): USD 1,100 (2026–2027). - French Baccalauréat exam/registration fees (1ère / Terminale): ranges shown (e.g., ~USD 260 for 1ère; USD 310–600 for Terminale registration/exam). - Senior fee (Grade 12 / Tle): USD 750. - Book fees (ELC and Lower School) — charged by grade group and include required books and supplies (textbook rental policy noted): - PK3 – PK4: USD 240. - Kinder/GS: USD 355. - Grades 1–5: USD 485. - CP – CM2: USD 405. - Middle and Upper School estimated book ranges (depend on electives): MS (6–8) USD 700–850; US (9–12) USD 750–1,100 (estimates; used-book discounts noted where applicable). - Uniforms: all students in Kinder/GS and above must wear the school uniform; average uniform cost is USD 200–250 (full dress and daily uniform required). - Bus service: contracted bus service is available; annual bus fees for 2026–2027 are USD 3,500 for round-trip and USD 1,750 for one-way (route availability is subject to minimum ridership and routing changes).
Awty Plus (after-school / activity programme) fees - Awty Plus example fees per semester (packages and single-day options): Activity Package (five-day) — Fall USD 2,375; Spring USD 2,731. Stay & Study/Play (five-day) — Fall USD 1,733; Spring USD 1,830. Single-day activity or stay & study options are listed at lower per-semester amounts. One-on-one music: USD 45 (half hour) / USD 85 (hour). Late pick-up and other occurrence fees apply. Refund policy for Awty Plus: full refund (less USD 100 administrative fee) if a student withdraws before attending the selected activity; no refunds after the first day of class (Awty Plus policy).
Boarding - Boarding is not applicable. The Awty International School is an international day school (PK3–Grade 12); it operates as a day school rather than a boarding school.
Refund and withdrawal information (tuition and fees) - Enrollment-time fees (New Student Fee and Registration Fee) are due at the time of enrollment and are non-refundable. - The Student/Parent Handbook states there will be no refund of tuition when withdrawal or dismissal occurs because a student's living arrangements violate the School's residence requirement. The Handbook also states that in a force majeure closure the School is under no obligation to refund any portion of tuition paid. These specific Handbook provisions apply to enforced withdrawal and force majeure circumstances. - Awty Plus program refunds: full refund less USD 100 administrative fee if withdrawn before attending; no refunds after the first day of class.
How parents are billed and common payment methods - Billing and payment activity is managed through the school's parent portal and tuition-management systems (the school uses a Blackbaud / MySchoolApp integration for parent access and tuition billing). Families receive invoices from the Business Office and fees are charged to student accounts accordingly. - Typical payment methods used with the Blackbaud / MySchoolApp tuition-management workflow include credit/debit card and ACH/eCheck (payment processors commonly assess a convenience/processing fee for credit-card transactions; ACH/eCheck is typically offered with lower or no processing fee). Specific accepted card types and any convenience fee amount depend on the tuition-management processor and the school's chosen settings. Examples of Blackbaud tuition-management implementations list Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express as accepted cards and note convenience fees on credit-card transactions.
Billing terms and collection notes - Fees (application, registration, capital, exam, trip, book, bus, Awty Plus) are invoiced by the Business Office and must be paid as invoiced; payment plans described above apply to tuition only, not to separately invoiced fees. Late or unpaid balances are subject to the school's established collection/finance policies as set out by the Business Office and tuition-management procedures.
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Academics
The Awty International School teaches IB (DP), French Curriculum, American Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
Awty serves PK3–12 with 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/CP) uses French and Spanish immersion to build bilingual foundations. In Lower School, the International Program is taught in English or Spanish, while the French Program follows the French National Curriculum, with Cycle 2 (CP–CE2) leading into Cycle 3 (CM1–6ème); both tracks include daily second language instruction (English for French Accredited Program; French or Spanish for International). The World Language Department offers additional languages (Arabic, Chinese Mandarin, German, Hindi, Japanese, Russian), with courses at different levels and CEFR guiding language learning. In Upper School, graduates earn the American High School Diploma and either the International Baccalaureate Diploma or the French Baccalaureate Diploma; the school emphasizes inquiry-based learning and advisory support as part of university preparation. The program emphasizes multilingualism, with English, French, and Spanish immersion and CEFR guidance across language learning.
Student Teacher Ratio
8:1.
Exam Results
Awty reports pass rates above 90% in both the International Baccalaureate and French Baccalaureate programs.
Higher Education Progression
Graduates matriculate primarily to United States universities; the Class of 2023 US matriculation was 87% with France 6%, Canada 4%, and Other 3%. Notable universities attended by Awty graduates include University of Massachusetts (Boston and Amherst), University of Michigan, University of Pennsylvania, USC, Notre Dame, Wake Forest, and Washington University in St. Louis, among others. All graduates prepare for either the French Baccalaureate or International Baccalaureate alongside the United States High School Diploma.
Gifted and Talented
Awty supports gifted and talented students through formal honors and societies, including National Honor Society, National Junior Honor Society, Société Honoraire de Français, National Art Honor Society, National Chinese Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, and Tri-M Music Honor Society. NHS/NJHS memberships have specific criteria and service components; SHF recognizes top French-language excellence; NAHS and other honor societies support arts, languages, and academics.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Awty's Social-Emotional Learning program empowers students with skills, strategies, and resources to meet life's challenges with resilience, solve social problems skillfully, and make meaningful contributions as global citizens of strong character. Research-informed lessons are designed in harmony with the French Program cycle standards and in alignment with CASEL social and emotional learning competencies, the Partnership for 21st Century Learning themes and skills, and the International School Counseling Association standards and competencies. Penny Cleveland, LCSW-S, Head of Wellness Counseling; Bhavin Misra, M.S., RYT, Secondary School Counselor; Claudia Escalante, LPC, Lower School Counselor; and Kimberly Hight, LPC, RPT, Early Learning Counselor, provide guidance and support within the program. The program integrates counseling services with classroom activities and school-wide initiatives to foster social-emotional development across divisions. The School Counselor for each division is available to answer questions and provide additional information.
Mental Wellbeing
Awty's Wellness Counselors collaborate with the pedagogical team and parents to promote the academic success and social-emotional well-being of students. Throughout the year, the counselors provide observation and consultation for students, faculty, and parents. They offer social-emotional learning opportunities, character education, and special programs that prepare students for the challenges of life. Students are welcome to initiate a meeting with a counselor, and referrals to the counselors can be made by administrators, teachers, and parents. Wellness Counselors provide parents with information and strategies to support their children's development through parenting forums on a variety of topics during the school year, and they are available to meet with families on request. Penny Cleveland, Head of Wellness Counseling, and the other counselors are listed on the Wellness Counselors page.
Safeguarding
Abuse prevention training is encouraged for parents. To participate as a volunteer, a background check and volunteer training are part of the onboarding process. Wellness Counselors collaborate with families and the pedagogical team to safeguard students' well-being. The school provides safeguarding resources and can refer families to community resources as needed. Parents and staff may seek guidance through the school's safeguarding and wellness channels.
Parent Experience
History
The Awty School was founded by Kathleen "Kay" Awty in 1956 as a preschool. In 1975, an Upper School was incorporated, and in 1984 Awty merged with the French School of Houston to become The Awty International School. Today, The Awty International School is Houston's largest private school and the second largest international school in the United States, serving PK3 through 12th grade with a path to the International Baccalaureate Diploma or the French Baccalauréat, and it is fully accredited by the French Ministry of Education. The campus sits on a 15-acre campus in central Houston and includes facilities such as 120 classrooms, science laboratories, art rooms, computer laboratories, libraries, a cafeteria, two gymnasiums, and extensive athletic facilities. Enrollment has grown from 750 to more than 1,700 over the past 20 years, reflecting its growth and expansion.
Community
The Awty community includes students from more than 50 countries representing more than 40 languages. Social-emotional learning and character development are highly emphasized within Awty's community. The Awty Experience includes community celebrations such as the International Festival. Our four core values—curiosity, courage, kindness, and community—guide everything we do, shaping what students learn and who they become.
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Awty Parents and Personnel Association (APPA) is the main parent volunteer organization at The Awty International School and oversees parent involvement at all grade levels. APPA coordinates volunteer activities for The Awty Annual Fund, Awty Gala, Admissions events, Awty Cultural Connections (ACC), Awty Dads Club, Awty Village, Fine Arts Booster Club, and Rams Booster Club. The Awty Annual Fund relies on volunteer teams and raised over $1,000,000 last year. Awty Gala is the school's largest annual fundraising event, organized by dedicated volunteers. ACC coordinates monthly outings to celebrate Houston's arts, culture, and social events.
Facilities
Facilities Overview
The Awty International School is located on a 15-acre campus in central Houston. The campus includes 120 classrooms, science laboratories, art rooms, computer laboratories, libraries, and a cafeteria. It features two covered basketball/volleyball courts, a state-of-the-art athletics center, two soccer fields, and two gymnasiums. Awty Field provides a soccer pitch, an Olympic-sized all-weather track, and four tennis courts. The Early Learning Campus serves PK3 through 1st grade.
Sports Facilities
Awty Field contains a soccer pitch, an Olympic-sized track, and four tennis courts. The Performing Arts and Athletic Center (PAAC) houses basketball and volleyball programs. Awty Field and the PAAC each include their own weight room and a sports medicine facility. Two gymnasiums support indoor athletics. Athletic facilities are used for practices and matches by student-athletes.
Academic Facilities
A secondary school building opened in 1996 includes computer laboratories, foreign language laboratories, and a library. The elementary building includes a computer lab, a media room, an infirmary, two art rooms, and a teacher's lounge and workroom. Science laboratories support hands-on learning across the sciences. Libraries and a cafeteria serve academic and community needs. The campus also features language and technology spaces to support learning.
Extra Curricular Facilities
The Performing Arts and Athletic Center (PAAC) houses basketball and volleyball programs. Awty Field provides a soccer pitch, an Olympic-sized track, and four tennis courts. Awty Field and the PAAC include weight rooms and a sports medicine facility. Two gymnasiums support indoor athletics. Art rooms and a media room support visual arts and media-related activities, and libraries provide spaces for clubs and collaborative work.
Extra-Curricular Activities
Academic & Intellectual
Awty offers a broad range of academically oriented clubs across Middle and Upper School. Examples include Math Club, Applied Math Club, Robotics Club, Science Olympiad Club, and STEM Innovation Club. Upper School also features Coding/Programming Club and a variety of language- and culture-related clubs (Arabic Club, China Club, Book Club).
Arts & Creative
Awty's Arts program includes Performing Arts (Band, Choir, Dance, Orchestra, Theatre) and Visual Arts, with Fine Arts Events and a Fine Arts Booster Club. The Awty Plus program expands arts offerings with Art, Arts Alive!, Storytelling with Arts Alive!, and a range of dance and theatre experiences. Additional music opportunities include One-on-One Music Programs with private lessons.
Cultural & Language
Awty provides cultural and language opportunities through multiple clubs and language classes. Upper School hosts Arabic Club, China Club, and Spanish Club, while Awty Plus offers Chinese and Persian language programs. Ritmo y Movimiento provides Spanish-language music and movement experiences as part of language immersion.
Social & Hobbies
Awty offers a wide array of social and hobby clubs reflecting diverse interests. Middle School clubs include Art Club, Astronomy Club, Book Club, Chess Club, Dungeons and Dragons Club, Environmental Club, History Club, Houston Food Bank, and Yearbook. Upper School offers additional options such as Chess Club, Game Making Club, Creative Writing Club, Cultural Diversity Club, Drama Club, Photography Club, and more.
Community & Service
Awty offers community service opportunities through student-led projects and clubs. The Houston Food Bank club is available as part of Middle School activities and participates in service initiatives. Additional service opportunities are available through various student groups and leadership activities.
Leadership & Professional
Leadership opportunities include the Awty Mentorship Program. Student Government operates at Upper, Middle, and Lower School levels, with Councils that plan events, sponsor activities, and foster collaboration. The school also recognizes student achievement through Honor Societies such as National Honor Society, National Junior Honor Society, Socie9te9 Honoraire de Frane7ais, National Art Honor Society, National Chinese Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, and Tri-M Music Honor Society.
Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Awty offers extensive athletic opportunities with facilities such as Awty Field (soccer pitch, Olympic-sized all-weather track, four tennis courts) and the Performing Arts and Athletic Center (PAAC) for basketball and volleyball. The athletics program is supported by close to 50 coaches and a certified athletic trainer, emphasizing leadership, teamwork, and resilience. The overall program promotes physical health, competitive spirit, and community engagement as part of a well-rounded student experience.
Languages
Language Provision
Other languages offered through the World Language Department include Arabic, Chinese Mandarin, German, Hindi, Japanese, and Russian.
Bilingual Teaching
The school has bilingual tracks in English plus French or English plus Spanish. In Maternelle (PK3/PS and PK4), immersion is French with daily instruction in English. In Kindergarten, the language of instruction alternates daily between French and English as students develop fluency in both languages. CP through CM2 deliver core subjects in French, while certain specialty classes (art, physical education, music, creativity, design and innovation) are taught in English, in addition to daily English Language Arts. In higher grades, English continues to be studied and students participate in a diverse international community.
Immersion Programs
The school offers language immersion programs in English, French, and Spanish, with opportunities to study these languages at primary, secondary, and tertiary levels. A third language is available at the Early Learning and Lower School levels as an extracurricular option through Awty Plus; starting in Middle School, students add a third language during the regular school day. In the French Accredited Program, a third language (LV2) is compulsory starting in 6ème. In the International Program, a third language is mandatory.
Reputation
Awards
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Accreditations
The Awty International School is accredited by the French Ministry of Education and participates with AEFE and Mission Laïque Française; it is also associated with the International Baccalaureate (IB), the Council of International Schools (CIS), NAIS, and AAIE.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Submit the online admissions application via Ravenna. Create a family account and a profile for each applicant. Enter the intended entry year and select the program track or diploma focus. Applications for 2026-2027 open September 1, 2025, with deadlines of October 31 (PK3–5th/CM2) and November 21 (6th/6ème–12th/Tle). 2. Submit the online application along with the parent statement (for all grades) and, for 6th–12th, the student statement. Pay the $200 non-refundable application fee. Ravenna will guide you to upload required materials and to verify guardian contact information; all other requirements are due by mid-January. 3. Arrange and complete the required standardized admissions tests. PK4–5th graders takeWPPSI or WISC, while 6th–12th graders take the ISEE. Tests are scheduled through Collaborative Academic Testing Service (CATs) or ERB; review the admissions checklist for specifics. 4. Attend admissions events and book tours through Ravenna. In-person tours are available to families who apply and can be booked after submission; tours run September through December. Ravenna also lets you schedule admissions events and view decisions. 5. Files are reviewed by the Admissions Committee and decisions are communicated in early March. If relocating and space is limited, inquire with Admissions about openings; late applications may be considered on a case-by-case basis if openings exist. 6. If your child is in the waiting pool, you will be contacted immediately if an opening becomes available; the waiting pool is not ranked and stays open until the first day of school. If admitted, respond with enrollment by the stated deadline (March 25, 2026). 7. Legacy considerations apply: qualified applicants whose parent is an Awty alumnus, an employee, or already has a child enrolled may receive special consideration in the admissions process. 8. Financial aid decisions are separate from admissions. The school offers need-based aid to admitted students; there are no merit scholarships. Applications for aid are submitted through Blackbaud Financial Aid, with a February 15, 2026 deadline. For French citizens applying to the French Accredited Program, the French Bourse via Houston's French Consulate is available.
Scholarships
The school offers need-based financial aid to admitted students; no merit scholarships are offered. Financial aid applications are submitted through Blackbaud Financial Aid, with a February 15, 2026 deadline. Aid decisions are communicated as part of the admissions process and aid is typically awarded on a year-to-year basis. For French citizens applying to the French Accredited Program, the French Bourse through Houston's French Consulate is available.
Waitlist
Waiting pool exists. If an opening becomes available, the Admissions Office will contact you right away. The waiting pool is not ranked and stays open until the first day of school. Families should re-apply for the following academic year if no spot is offered.
School Events
The school has not added events
FAQs
Where is The Awty International School located and what ages does it serve?
The Awty International School is located at 7455 Awty School Lane, Houston, Texas 77055, USA, and serves students ages 3 to 18 (PK3 through Grade 12).
What curriculum options and diplomas does Awty offer?
Awty offers two parallel language programs: the French Accredited Program following the French National Curriculum leading to the French Baccalaureate, and the International Program leading to the International Baccalaureate Diploma alongside the United States High School Diploma. Early Learning uses French and Spanish immersion, Lower School offers English- or Spanish-taught International Program or the French program, and Upper School prepares students for the IB or French Baccalaureate.
How do I start the admissions process and what are the key application deadlines?
Apply online through Ravenna by creating a family account and a profile for each applicant; the application cycle for 2026–2027 opens September 1, 2025. Deadlines are October 31 for PK3–5th/CM2 and November 21 for 6th/6ème–12th/Tle, with required materials due by mid-January and decisions communicated in early March.
What application and enrollment fees should I expect?
The one-time Application fee is USD 200 for new students not previously enrolled within the last three school years. At enrollment families pay a New Student Fee of USD 1,500 (non-refundable), a Registration fee of USD 250, and a Capital Building Fee of USD 1,250.
How does the waitlist work if there isn't space when we apply?
Awty maintains a waiting pool that is not ranked and remains open until the first day of school; the Admissions Office will contact families immediately if an opening becomes available. Families should re-apply for the following academic year if no spot is offered.
Does Awty offer financial aid or scholarships?
Awty offers need-based financial aid to admitted students; there are no merit scholarships. Financial aid applications are submitted through Blackbaud Financial Aid with a February 15, 2026 deadline, and aid decisions are communicated separately as part of the admissions process.
What standardized tests are required for admissions?
PK4–5th applicants take the WPPSI or WISC, while 6th–12th applicants take the ISEE; tests are scheduled through Collaborative Academic Testing Service (CATs) or ERB as indicated on the admissions checklist. The Admissions Office provides scheduling guidance through the Ravenna application portal.
What are the payment plan options and are there additional charges for payment plans?
Tuition may be billed under a One-Payment plan (full balance due in a single installment), a Two-Payment plan (50% due June 1 and 50% due October 1), or a Monthly Installment plan (ten monthly installments June 1 through March 1). A 5% finance fee applies to unpaid tuition under the Two-Payment and Monthly plans, Tuition Insurance is required for families using the Two-Payment or Monthly plan and costs 2.25% of the tuition, and a USD 100 fee applies for changing payment plans.
What is the student-teacher ratio and class size environment?
Awty reports a student-teacher ratio of 8:1, supporting small-group instruction and individualized attention within its PK3–Grade 12 program. Class sizes vary by division and grade but the low ratio reflects the school's emphasis on personalized learning.
How do Awty students perform on major diploma exams and where do graduates matriculate?
Awty reports pass rates above 90% in both the International Baccalaureate and French Baccalaureate programs. Graduates matriculate primarily to United States universities (Class of 2023: 87% to U.S., 6% to France, 4% to Canada, 3% to Other), with alumni attending institutions such as University of Michigan, University of Pennsylvania, USC, Notre Dame, Wake Forest, and Washington University in St. Louis.
What academic facilities and resources are available on campus?
The 15-acre campus includes 120 classrooms, science laboratories, art rooms, computer labs, libraries, and dedicated language and technology spaces, along with a cafeteria. A secondary school building houses computer and foreign language labs and library resources, while elementary facilities include a media room, infirmary, and art spaces to support hands-on learning.
What athletic and performing-arts facilities does Awty have?
Awty Field features a soccer pitch, an Olympic-sized all-weather track, and four tennis courts, while the Performing Arts and Athletic Center (PAAC) houses basketball and volleyball programs and includes weight rooms and a sports medicine facility. The campus also has two gymnasiums and additional athletic support spaces used for practices and matches.
What extracurricular clubs and activities are offered for middle and upper school students?
Awty offers a wide range of academic, arts, cultural, and hobby clubs, including Math Club, Robotics Club, Science Olympiad, Coding/Programming Club, Arabic Club, China Club, Drama Club, Photography Club, and many more. Leadership opportunities include Student Government at each division, the Awty Mentorship Program, and honor societies like National Honor Society and various language and arts honor societies.
What is Awty Plus and how are after-school activity fees structured?
Awty Plus is the after-school activity program offering semester-based packages and single-day options; example fees include a five-day Activity Package at USD 2,375 (Fall) and USD 2,731 (Spring), and a five-day Stay & Study/Play package at USD 1,733 (Fall) and USD 1,830 (Spring). One-on-one music lessons are USD 45 for a half hour and USD 85 for an hour, and Awty Plus refunds are full less a USD 100 administrative fee if withdrawn before attending but no refunds after the first day of class.
How does Awty support students' social-emotional and mental wellbeing?
Awty has a research-informed Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) program aligned with CASEL and international counseling standards and staffed by division counselors including Penny Cleveland, LCSW-S (Head of Wellness Counseling) and other licensed counselors. Counselors provide classroom lessons, observation and consultation, parent forums, and are available for meetings initiated by students, parents, or staff.
What safeguarding and volunteer requirements should parents know about?
Awty encourages abuse prevention training for parents and requires background checks and volunteer training as part of the onboarding process for volunteers. Wellness Counselors collaborate with families and the pedagogical team to provide safeguarding resources and referrals as needed.
Does Awty offer boarding or residential options?
Boarding is not applicable; The Awty International School is an international day school serving PK3 through Grade 12 and does not offer boarding facilities.
What are the uniform and food service arrangements on campus?
Uniforms for Kinder/GS and above must be purchased through Dennis Uniforms or the Used Uniform store, with an average uniform cost of USD 200–250 for full dress and daily uniform; a free P.E. uniform (shorts and T-shirt) is issued to each student during the first week of school and additional items are available at the School Store. SAGE Dining Services manages school food service, lunch and snacks are included in tuition, the campus maintains a nut-free and peanut-free environment, and students with severe food allergies must have Magnus Health documentation and an action plan on file at the School Clinic.
What accreditations and professional associations does Awty hold?
Awty is accredited by the French Ministry of Education and participates with AEFE and Mission Laïque Française; the school is also associated with the International Baccalaureate (IB), the Council of International Schools (CIS), NAIS, and AAIE. These affiliations support the school's dual French and international programming.
How are bilingual and immersion programs structured at Awty?
Awty offers bilingual tracks combining English with French or Spanish: Maternelle (PK3/PS and PK4) is immersion in French with daily English instruction, Kindergarten alternates language days between French and English, and CP–CM2 deliver core subjects in French with certain specialty classes taught in English. In Middle School and Upper School students continue language study and add a third language; in the French Accredited Program a third language (LV2) is compulsory beginning in 6ème, and a third language is also mandatory in the International Program.
What are the tuition fees at The Awty International School?
Annual tuition at The Awty International School ranges from USD 34,145 to USD 44,880 depending on year group. Fees are reviewed each year, so check the school's current fee schedule before applying.
