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Asheville School

United States, Asheville

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History

Asheville School was founded in 1900 as a boys' school with 53 students in grades 5-12. Girls were admitted as day students in 1972 and received boarding housing in 1986. Kehaya House, the first girls' dormitory, was dedicated in 1990. The school was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1996 and celebrated its centennial in 2000.

Community

A diverse community of students from 25 countries and 16 states creates an international atmosphere. The boarding environment fosters close relationships between students and faculty.

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Unlisted
Ages 14 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 295
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 1900
Bus Service No

Asheville School is a co-educational boarding school in Asheville, North Carolina, founded in 1900. The school draws students from 25 countries and 16 US states. Originally a boys' school, it became co-educational in 1972 and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1996. The curriculum spans six departments: Arts, English, History, Mathematics, Science, and World Languages, with advanced courses available in each. A distinctive mountaineering programme takes advantage of the school's location in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The Spoleto Study Abroad programme and Winterim provide unique experiential learning opportunities. Dr. Anthony Sgro serves as the ninth Head of School.

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