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Curriculum American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages Russian, French, Spanish, German
Strengths STEM, Languages, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Leadership and Professional, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction
Georgian-American School in Tbilisi operates on two campuses, one for elementary and one for secondary levels. It offers the Georgian Integrated Program (I–XII) aligned with national and international accreditation and follows Common Core standards, alongside an American Diploma Program (IX–XII) taught in English with American textbooks and 18 AP subjects. From Grade 2, students may study a second foreign language (Russian, French, Spanish, or German). The school is Cognia-accredited and a College Board member; PSATs and SAT are administered on site. LEGO Education and robotics are integrated into the curriculum, and students may participate in international Olympiads and conferences (IJSO, Regeneron ISEF, MILSET) with IMUNA as a partner. An AI Powered Chat Teacher supports the American program. The 2023-built campus has educational buildings, dormitories, auditoriums, STEM labs, a library, and sports facilities, including an Olympic basketball court. The school offers a range of clubs and activities across arts, science, and leadership opportunities.
Annual tuition at Georgian-American School ranges from GEL 9,500 for 2026/27.
Application fees - No fixed public application fee amount is published for the Georgian‑American School.
Tuition fees (annual and per‑term breakdown) - Georgian‑American School (Tbilisi): Annual tuition is GEL 9,500 for the 2025/2026 academic year. GEL 1,500 of this amount is payable within 10 working days after signing the contract; the remaining GEL 8,000 is paid in two equal installments of GEL 4,000 each (50% due by September 1 and 50% due by January 1). Presentment of the fee is on an annual basis; the instalment breakdown above reflects the school's published payment schedule. - Georgian‑American School (Batumi): Annual tuition is GEL 9,500 for the 2026/2027 academic year (same annual figure published for the Batumi campus for 2026/2027). The published figure is an annual tuition amount; the Batumi page lists GEL 9,500 as the tuition for the year.
Tuition by year group / grade - The published tuition figure is stated as an annual fee that applies across the grades listed for each campus (no separate per‑grade annual amounts are published). For Tbilisi and Batumi the single published annual figure is GEL 9,500. The school's materials indicate that this fee covers the core school program and specified inclusions (see next section).
Billing schedule and payment terms - Deposit / initial payment: GEL 1,500 payable within 10 working days after signing the contract (Tbilisi). - Remaining balance: Paid in two instalments — 50% by September 1 and 50% by January 1 (Tbilisi). For the standard GEL 9,500 annual fee this results in remaining instalments of GEL 4,000 and GEL 4,000 after the initial GEL 1,500 payment. - Discounts noted in published materials: sibling discount of 10% per child and a 5% discount for full prepaid payment are offered where applicable.
Boarding / dormitory fees - The Tbilisi campus includes a dormitory among its campus facilities, but no specific published boarding (room/board) fee schedule or per‑term boarding prices are publicly listed. No separate boarding fee amounts are published for either campus.
Other costs and fees (uniform, meals, extracurriculars, etc.) - The published annual tuition amount (GEL 9,500) is presented as inclusive of school uniform and meals: Grades 1–3 receive two meals a day and students in Grade 4 and above receive one meal a day as part of the tuition inclusions for the Tbilisi campus. The tuition is also stated to include participation in extracurricular clubs and cognitive‑educational programs (numbering up to ~20 clubs). - No separate published line items for uniforms, books, extracurricular club fees, transport costs, or exam fees are provided; some optional services (for example, transportation) are arranged through third parties and are contracted and billed separately.
Refund information - No detailed public refund policy or specific refund amounts/timelines for tuition or deposits is published in the public admissions/tuition pages.
Fee payment options (methods) - The school's public pages list contact details for administration but do not publish a definitive list of accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer, credit card, cash). Parents are provided administrative contact points for billing and registration matters.
Concise summary of available fee items and limits of published detail - Published, load‑bearing figures available: annual tuition GEL 9,500 (Tbilisi 2025/26; Batumi 2026/27), initial contract payment/deposit GEL 1,500 (Tbilisi), instalment schedule (50% by Sept 1, 50% by Jan 1 for remaining balance), sibling and prepaid discounts (10% and 5% respectively), and inclusions (uniform, meals, clubs). - Items not published in public materials and therefore not listed as definitive figures: a specific application fee amount, boarding/dormitory price list, separate per‑grade tuition tiers, explicit refund terms, and the specific accepted technical payment methods (bank transfer/credit card). Where amounts or detailed policies are not publicly stated, no numerical figure is provided above.
Academics
Georgian-American School teaches American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP) for students aged 5 to 18.
Curriculum
Georgian Integrated Program (I–XII) is based on national and international accreditation and follows Common Core and Next Generation standards. American Diploma Program (IX–XII) provides English-language instruction with American textbooks and includes AP courses; 18 AP subjects are offered. From Grade 2, a second foreign language is available (Russian, French, Spanish, or German). The curriculum includes LEGO Education and robotics, and students may participate in international Olympiads and conferences (IJSO, Regeneron ISEF, MILSET) with IMUNA as a partner. The school is Cognia-accredited and a College Board member; PSAT8/9, PSAT10, PSAT/NMSQT, and SAT are administered within the program. AI Powered Chat Teacher supports the American program.
Exam Results
2022–2023 graduates were admitted to universities including Free University (Architecture) with 100% scholarship, Caucasus University (Law; Business Administration; Architecture), Tbilisi State University (International Law; Journalism), Ilia State University (International Relations), and GIPA (Economics); other graduates attended Caucasus University or Ilia State University in Medicine and related fields. Scholarships ranged from 50% to 100%.
Higher Education Progression
Graduates entered universities such as the Free University, Caucasus University, TSU, Ilia State University, GIPA, and the Tbilisi Art Academy for Arts and Design, in fields including Architecture, Law, International Law, Business Administration, Economics, Journalism, Agronomy, International Relations, Medicine, and Diplomacy/International Relations; scholarships awarded ranged from 50% to 100%.
Gifted and Talented
The American Diploma Program offers 18 AP courses with College Board examinations; College Counseling provides individualized university guidance; students participate in international programs and competitions (IJSO, Regeneron ISEF, MILSET, IMUNA); AI Powered Chat Teacher supports instruction in the American program.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Georgian-American School's mission is to create a modern, technology‑equipped, safe and caring environment with student‑centered, motivating activities, using the latest teaching methods, and synthesizing national and international programs so students acquire knowledge and develop critical and creative thinking and the ability to adapt to a continually changing world. The school's vision is to foster an environment that ensures the development of an educated, developed individual who can make informed choices, be goal‑oriented, and have civic awareness and responsibility to the country's interests and traditions, with the capacity to develop their abilities for global opportunities. The school prioritizes healthy living, tolerance, patriotism, humanitarianism, and environmental protection as core values. The school promotes student leadership and involvement in international conferences, youth projects, and cultural events as part of preparing for the future. The school supports student life through autonomous governance, collaboration, and a focus on development, teamwork, and caring within the school community.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English-language instruction is offered in the IX–XII American Diploma Program. The diploma is recognized by Cognia and by the Georgian Ministry of Education. English-language instruction is designed to prepare students to study in an English-speaking environment. In addition to compulsory subjects, students may choose electives aligned with their interests and future careers. The program includes PSAT, SAT, AP, IELTS, and TOEFL exam preparation, and the school is an official College Board representative that conducts international exams. AP offers 18 subjects. College Counseling operates within the English-language program to provide individualized university guidance. The program emphasizes developing critical thinking, problem solving, and professional skills through international competitions and experiences.
Mental Wellbeing
The school provides medical and psychological services to students. A student consultation service is available to help students improve academic achievement. There is a wide range of clubs to develop students' potential and uncover talents. The school supports new students' adjustment to a new learning environment using diverse educational approaches and encouraging involvement in projects. Students are encouraged to take initiative in planning and implementing activities to advance their personal and academic growth.
Safeguarding
The campus provides a 24/7 security service to ensure a safe and secure learning environment. Surveillance cameras are in operation, access to the school premises is controlled with electronic wristbands and high‑tech turnstiles, and the building is equipped with modern fire safety systems.
Admissions
Admissions
Step 1: Preparatory group and Grade I students are admitted on the basis of an interview. The interview assesses suitability for the program. The admission process determines the next steps for enrollment.
Step 2: II-XI grade students are admitted on the basis of an interview and/or testing. The evaluation may include an interview and/or a test. The results determine eligibility for the integrated Georgian–American program or the American High School Diploma program.
Step 3: After testing and interviewing, a contract for educational services is signed between the student's legal guardian and the school.
Step 4: All required documents must be submitted. Notarized birth certificate copy is required. Two 3x4 photographs are required. A health certificate is required. Copies of parents' IDs are required. A certificate from the parents' place of work is required.
FAQs
What curriculum does GAS follow?
GAS offers a Georgian Integrated Program (Grades I-XII) following Common Core standards and an American Diploma Program (Grades IX-XII) with 18 AP subjects.
How many students attend?
GAS has approximately 620 students across two Tbilisi campuses.
What are the tuition fees?
Annual tuition is GEL 9,500 for the 2025/2026 academic year, payable in instalments.
Is GAS Cognia accredited?
Yes. The American Diploma is recognised by Cognia and the Georgian Ministry of Education, with credits transferable to American and European schools.
What STEM programmes are available?
QLab offers innovative STEM including Calculus, Quantum Computing, Game Development, 3D Modelling, 3D Printing, Robotics, AI, and Python programming.
What sports facilities are available?
The campus has 1,400 sqm of sports facilities including an Olympic-standard basketball court, a tribune for 126 spectators, and international-standard showers.
Does the school offer a basketball programme?
Yes. The Zaza Pachulia Basketball Academy operates on campus and trains GAS students at no extra cost in a club format.
What languages are taught?
Georgian is the main language of instruction. The American program is taught in English. From Grade 2, students can study Russian, French, Spanish, or German.
Is the campus secure?
Yes. The campus has 24/7 security, surveillance cameras, electronic wristband access with turnstiles, and modern fire safety systems.
When was GAS founded?
GAS was founded in 2013 and operates on two campuses totalling over 5,000 sqm in Tbilisi.
