India, Chennai
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The school is for day students only; there are no boarding facilities or provisions for students whose parents/guardians live and work outside of Chennai.
There are no school uniforms. Students are expected to present themselves neatly and appropriately while at school and at school-sponsored events.
The cafeterias are open throughout the school day. They offer full meals and a la carte lunch options along with drinks and snacks. There are vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, and Indian and Continental menus.
AISC is a nonprofit organization governed and maintained by a Board of Directors. The Board consists of representatives of the U.S. Ambassador to India and members elected by the AISC Association. The Board meets monthly to oversee governance and appoints the Head of School.
American International School Chennai is an international school in Tharamani, Chennai that serves students ages 3 to 18. The campus spans 13 acres and houses over 80 teaching spaces, with a LEED Platinum certification and sustainability programs tracked through ARC. The school offers a North American standards-based curriculum for EY3-G12, including Advanced Placement (AP) and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma in Grades 11-12; English is the language of instruction. From Elementary, literacy, mathematics, social studies, and science are taught, with Spanish starting in Grade 3, English as an Additional Language, and Learning Support. Grades 3-12 BYOT. The Discovery Studio and the Design Technology Lab include robotics, CAD stations, 3D printers, and laser cutters, supported by flexible classroom furnishings. The campus includes a 25-meter pool, redesigned track and soccer pitch, two libraries with over 60,000 resources, outdoor learning spaces, and multiple dining facilities. Service-learning, athletics, and clubs enrich student life here.