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Instructs in English, French, German, Mandarin, Spanish
Fees Unlisted
Ages 5 - 14 years
Pupil numbers 846
Type Co-educational
Opened 2015
Bus Service No
Tanya Parker
School Principal
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP)
Taught languages French, German, Mandarin, Spanish
Typical class size 15
Strengths Languages, Visual and Creative Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School
Introduction
International Charter School of Atlanta (ICSAtlanta) is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for kindergarten through grade 5 and the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for grades 6–8, with campuses in Roswell and Alpharetta. The Lower Campus serves K–3 in Roswell, while the Upper Campus houses 4–8 in Alpharetta. The school runs a dual-language immersion program with instruction in French, German, Mandarin, and Spanish, taught by native teachers. In K–5, about half of instruction is in the second language and half in English; in 6–8, two classes per day are taught in the second language. All four languages are offered across grades. The curriculum uses Georgia Standards in ELA, mathematics, science, and social studies within the IB framework. Opened as a state charter in 2014; the charter contract covers 2025–2030. Extras include ASP for K–6, Reading Bowl teams, and a daily Connections Rotation featuring Arts and Design.
State charter school; Authorized IB World School offering Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP).
Country affiliation
United States
School day structure
Lower Campus hours: 7:40 a.m.–2:20 p.m.; Upper Campus hours: 7:25 a.m.–2:40 p.m.; dismiss one hour early on Wednesdays.
Fees
Overview — Tuition and general status - International Charter School of Atlanta (ICSAtlanta) is a public, state charter K–8 school and does not charge annual tuition for enrolled Georgia-resident students; there are no school-year tuition charges by grade or term.
Application fees - There is no charge to apply through the school's admissions process; the language proficiency assessment (STAMP) required for some grade-level entry carries no cost.
Tuition fees by year group / term - Grades K–8: No tuition is charged. There are no term or annual tuition fees for any year group. (Optional, fee-based programs are listed separately below.)
After‑school program (ASP) — registration, billing schedule and payment terms - Registration fee: An initial ASP registration fee is charged to reserve a spot; current registration information published by the school indicates a registration fee in the ASP program materials (examples of the program pages show registration-fee handling and amounts). - Billing schedule and frequency: ASP is a prepaid program. Weekly or monthly options are offered; once registered, payments are processed automatically (weekly payments are processed on Mondays using the debit/credit card on file). Monthly and semester registration windows are published for each enrollment period. - Payment terms: A debit/credit card must be placed on file in the ASP parent portal; the card on file is used for automatic processing of ASP charges. Refunds and credits are generally not issued for days not attended; the registration fee may be forfeited if a selected family declines attendance after selection.
Clubs, camps and other optional activity fees - Clubs: Many onsite clubs carry a participation fee (the school's club guidance shows a typical club fee such as USD 99 per club, with some specialized or year‑long clubs carrying higher fees). Club fees must be paid by the published deadline and refunds are not issued after the first day of the club. - Break / holiday camps: Camps are run as separate, prepaid programs with published weekly fees (example: a prior week-long camp fee shown was USD 240 per week) and weekly camp tuition payments are non-refundable. - Other activities: The school notes that onsite activities and special programs may be offered for a fee; specific fees and deadlines for those programs are published when those offerings are available.
Uniforms and related costs - Uniform requirement: Students are required to wear a school uniform. Approved uniform vendors are named (for example, Lands' End, French Toast, and Educational Outfitters); families must purchase uniforms from approved providers or have approved embroidery applied. Prices for uniform items are set by the approved vendors and are not listed as a school-controlled fee.
Boarding / residential fees - Not applicable. ICSAtlanta is a K–8 day, public charter school (regular school hours are published for the Lower and Upper campuses) and it does not operate a boarding or residential program.
Refund and cancellation policies (selected programs) - ASP: The program is prepaid; the ASP policy requires a card on file and specifies that refunds or credits are not issued for days not attended and that registration fees may be forfeited under the conditions described in the ASP registration materials. - Clubs: Club fees must be paid by the posted deadline; refunds will not be issued after the first day of the club. - Camps: Weekly camp tuition payments are non-refundable.
Fee payment options and mechanics - Online card processing: Optional-program payments (ASP, clubs, camps and similar activities) are processed online. ASP specifically requires a debit/credit card on file in the ASP parent portal and uses that card for automatic charges; club and camp payments are collected via the payment links or portals the school provides to enrolled families.
Summary — what parents should expect to pay - No tuition or application fee for K–8 enrollment as a Georgia public charter school; no boarding fees. - Payable items are optional or program-specific: ASP registration and recurring ASP tuition (prepaid, card on file), club participation fees (example amounts shown in school materials such as USD 99 or higher for special teams), and camp fees (example: USD 240 per week). Uniform purchases are required but priced by external uniform vendors. Refund and cancellation rules differ by program (ASP, clubs, camps) and are stated in each program's registration materials.
Academics
International Charter School of Atlanta teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP) for students aged 5 to 14.
Curriculum
ICSAtlanta is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for grades K-5 and the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for grades 6-8. It operates a dual-language immersion program with instruction in French, German, Mandarin, and Spanish. In K-5, 50% of instruction is in the second language and 50% in English; in 6-8, two classes per day (33% of the day) are taught in the second language, with the remaining subjects in English. All grades offer all four languages and teachers are native or near-native in the language they teach. Curriculum uses Georgia Standards in ELA, mathematics, science, and social studies taught within the IB framework. The school serves grades K-8 across two campuses: Lower Campus (K-3) in Roswell and Upper Campus (4-8) in Alpharetta.
Student Teacher Ratio
In Kindergarten through 5th grade, classes cap at 22 students. Kindergarten classrooms include a paraprofessional in the classroom.
Gifted and Talented
ICSAtlanta offers gifted services for 4th–8th grades. Students are identified and referred for evaluation through the Georgia DOE process; from 4th grade, gifted-identified students may participate in daily pull-out sessions with the gifted teacher, and in middle school are served through enhanced math. Gifted services are not offered on the lower campus (K-3).
Admissions
Admissions
1. Eligibility and language tracks. For the 2026-2027 academic year, ICSAtlanta accepts applications for Kindergarten through 3rd grade. Kindergarten admissions are open to all rising Georgia residents, regardless of language proficiency. 1st through 3rd grade admissions require proficiency in French, German, Mandarin Chinese (simplified), or Spanish demonstrated through the STAMP 4Se language assessment. If the proficiency minimums are met and a parent submits an application, enrollment will be offered if spaces are available. 2. Language proficiency testing and forms. The STAMP 4Se language assessment is required for eligible grades; there is no cost to take the assessment, and scores are final. The assessment may not be retaken in the same school year. 3. Admissions timeline. For 2026-2027, Initial Application Period runs January 2–January 31. A lottery (virtual via Zoom) is held February 2 at 10 AM if applications exceed spaces. From February through September, open enrollment continues; applications are added to the end of the waitlist and enrollment proceeds on a rolling basis as space permits until enrollment is closed. 4. Language track policy. Every new student is assigned a language track: French, German, Mandarin, or Spanish. Every effort is made to grant the first-choice language track, but this is not always possible. There are no language-specific waitlists, and changes in language tracks after enrollment are not allowed during the current year or the next year. See Admissions & Lottery Procedures for more details. 5. Before you apply. Kindergarten applicants must be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2026. 1st-grade applicants must be 6 years old on or before September 1, 2026. 6. Helpful information and how to apply. DLI requires patience, diligence, and a willingness to commit to the long-term benefits of DLI. Parents are open to any language track and need not speak the language their child is learning. New Student Application for 2026-2027 is Now Open, and a link to the 2026-2027 Lottery Results (2/2/2026) is provided; an alternate printed application is available if online submission is not possible.
Waitlist
ICSAtlanta uses a waitlist. During open enrollment, applications are added to the end of the waitlist as space becomes available. Admissions and enrollment continue on a rolling basis until enrollment is closed. There are no language-specific waitlists.
FAQs
What grades does ICSAtlanta serve and where are the campuses located?
ICSAtlanta serves Kindergarten through 8th grade (K-8). The Lower Campus (K-3) is in Roswell at 1335 Northmeadow Parkway, Suite 100, Roswell, GA 30076; the Upper Campus (4-8) is in Alpharetta at 1675 Hembree Road, Alpharetta, GA 30009.
Is ICSAtlanta an IB World School, and what programs are offered across the grades?
Yes. ICSAtlanta is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for K-5 and the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for grades 6-8. All grades use Georgia Standards in ELA, math, science, and social studies within the IB framework, and there is a dual-language immersion program.
Is ICSAtlanta a day school and is it co-educational?
Yes. It is a K-8 day, public charter school serving students of all genders. It opened in 2015 and is governed by its own Governing Board.
Do Georgia residents have to pay tuition to enroll at ICSAtlanta?
No. ICSAtlanta is a public state charter school and does not charge tuition for enrolled Georgia-resident students, nor does it charge an application fee.
What is the admissions process for the 2026-2027 school year?
For 2026-2027, applications are accepted for Kindergarten through 3rd grade. Kindergarten is open to Georgia residents; 1st–3rd grades require STAMP 4Se language proficiency demonstrated for entry. If applications exceed spaces, a lottery is held on February 2, 2026, and enrollment proceeds on a rolling basis afterward.
Are there fees for after-school programs, clubs, or camps?
Yes. The after-school program (ASP) has a registration fee and is prepaid with weekly or monthly billing. Club fees exist (often around $99 per club), and camp weeks (e.g., about $240 per week) are prepaid and non-refundable. Uniforms are required and priced by external vendors.
What IB programs are offered and for which grades?
ICSAtlanta offers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) for K-5 and the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) for 6-8.
What are class sizes like, especially in the early years?
In Kindergarten through 5th grade, classes cap at 22 students, and Kindergarten classrooms include a paraprofessional in the room.
Are there gifted and talented services, and who is eligible?
Gifted services are available for 4th–8th grades. Students are identified through the Georgia DOE process; from 4th grade they have daily pull-out sessions with the gifted teacher, and in middle school they are served through enhanced math. Gifted services are not offered on the Lower Campus (K-3).
What facilities do the two campuses have?
The Lower Campus (K-3) in Roswell has 30 classrooms, a gym, a cafeteria, and outdoor spaces. The Upper Campus (4-8) in Alpharetta features a large gym, a cafeteria, and science labs.
What about sports facilities and science labs?
There are two gymnasiums serving both campuses (one at the Lower Campus and a large one at the Upper Campus). The Upper Campus includes science labs for middle grades.
Do both campuses offer after-school programs on site?
Yes. ICSAtlanta provides an on-site after-school program (ASP) for students in grades K-6, along with on-site after-school clubs.
What kinds of clubs and activities are available?
The school offers on-site clubs with offerings that change each semester; some clubs have fees. There are also two Reading Bowl Teams (elementary and middle school) that compete in the Fulton County Helen Ruffin Reading Bowl.
Are there leadership or service opportunities for students?
Yes. Students have volunteer opportunities and the school welcomes parent and grandparent involvement. The Governing Board oversees the school, and the PTO runs events like Run the World 5K and a Virtual Silent Auction.
What about arts and language opportunities beyond regular classes?
Arts are included in the middle school daily Connections Rotation, which also includes design and computer science. The school offers dual-language immersion in French, German, Mandarin, and Spanish across all grades.
Do students wear a uniform?
Yes. Students wear a school uniform. Approved vendors include Lands' End, French Toast, and Educational Outfitters; polo shirts purchased elsewhere can be embroidered with the ICSAtlanta logo at approved locations.
What is the school food situation?
Students bring lunch and snacks from home; ICSAtlanta does not operate a school meal program.
Is there a house system or boarding?
There is no house system, and ICSAtlanta is a day school with no boarding program. Governance is via a Governing Board.
What accreditations does ICSAtlanta hold?
ICSAtlanta is an IB World School and is Accredited with Quality.
Are there language-focused admissions details I should know?
All new students are assigned a language track (French, German, Mandarin, or Spanish). While every effort is made to grant the first-choice track, it's not always possible, and there are no language-specific waitlists or track changes within the current or next year.
