Admissions Policy

American International School is committed to providing a high quality educational experience for every student accepted for enrollment. Continued success depends on the effective recruitment and selection of students and families who support the school’s Mission, Vision and Expected Schoolwide Learning Results. AIS admissions procedures seek to ensure an appropriate match between prospective students and the school. Applications for enrollment are welcome throughout the year.

Admissions Criteria

Admission to AIS is selective. Successful enrollment into AIS depends upon the student and family meeting the following criteria:

Suitability

Students and families seeking admission to AIS are expected to support the school’s mission and contribute positively to the AIS community. The admissions procedure includes a personal interview between the student and family and the respective school principal where overall suitability for the school will be assessed.

Academic Potential

Successful admission to AIS will depend on proven academic ability. Prospective students must demonstrate appropriate achievement and academic potential. Students and families seeking admission to AIS are required to provide copies of school report cards or transcripts for the 3 previous academic years. Placement tests in English and Mathematics will be administered as part of the admissions process. Performance in these tests will be reviewed during the interview.

English Language Proficiency

The language of instruction and communication at AIS is English. Students seeking admission to AIS are expected to be proficient users of English appropriate to their age and in line with the language requirements of their grade-level.