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Atlas International School is a preschool, elementary and middle school, with a student to teacher ratio of 8 to 1 for all grades.
All students learn Spanish, French, violin, and piano, in addition to a fun, challenging core curriculum. (We do not follow Common Core Standards.) We also place a strong emphasis on health, providing our children with ample time for physical activity, and allowing only healthy lunches on site. Another plus at Atlas is that Fridays are optional school days.
Atlas International School is an independent, non-sectarian
preschool, elementary, and middle school serving families who value
academic excellence, individualized instruction, and strong parent
partnership.
With an average student-to-teacher ratio of just 8:1, our
teachers are able to provide personalized attention that helps
every student reach his or her potential. We use the Core Knowledge
Curriculum for our core academic subjects and do not follow the
Common Core standards.
In addition to a rigorous academic program, every Atlas student
studies Spanish, French, violin, and piano. We believe educating
the whole child also means promoting physical health, so students
enjoy daily opportunities for active play, and we encourage healthy
lunches and snacks.
Atlas is a parent-cooperative school. We view parents as
essential partners in their children's education. Each Thursday
evening, teachers provide families with lesson plans and homework
for the coming week, allowing parents to stay actively involved in
their child's learning. Research consistently shows that parent
involvement is one of the strongest predictors of student
success.
Our school day runs Monday through Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to
2:00 p.m. (or 2:30 p.m., depending on grade level), giving students
more time to pursue individual interests, family activities, and
extracurricular opportunities. Before-school and after-school care
are available for elementary and middle school students.
Our four-day instructional week is made possible by our highly
efficient learning environment. Small class sizes, individualized
instruction, and active parent involvement allow us to cover a full
academic curriculum while providing families with greater
flexibility and students with more opportunities to explore their
interests outside the classroom.
Atlas welcomes students with a wide range of academic
abilities. We are not a remedial or special education program, but
we are often an excellent fit for students who thrive with smaller
classes, individualized instruction, a quieter learning
environment, and careful academic placement. Students are placed
according to their demonstrated ability whenever appropriate,
allowing them to learn at a pace that challenges and supports
them.
What is the acceptance rate of Atlas International School?
The acceptance rate of Atlas International School is 50%, which is lower than the national average of 81%. Atlas International School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in North Carolina with low acceptance rates.
When is the application deadline for Atlas International School?
The application deadline for Atlas International School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Atlas International School located?
Atlas International School is located in the Southwest Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 8 other private schools located in Southwest Raleigh.
We are going on our 4th year at Atlas this fall, and it''s been a wonderful school for us! My child really benefits from the small classes, music, and fun activities and projects. We had considered looking for another school with the old owner, but the new owner is wonderful. They have made a lot of positive changes this past year, and I''m excited for what is to come! I will say it would be nice, as they grow, to consider a new location, as we have outgrown what we have and could use bigger, nicer facilities. One last thing, is the teachers are very attentive and accommodating. They do truly care and it makes a huge difference. We also like the shorter days, and they are efficient with the lessons they cover.
- Posted by Parent - Atlas Parent
57/7/2022
My son is starting 7th grade this fall and has attended since Kindergarten. We enjoy the small class size and teachers that instruct based on the curriculum. They are not there to influence societal matters left to the parents. They are true educators who build confident scholars immersed in the language, music, public speaking, critical thinking, and on. We also enjoy the schedule M-Th and the clean food policy. Atlas is an all-around healthy environment for my child.
- Posted by Parent - KKM
52/23/2019
For the past 4 years, my children have blossomed at Atlas. I am beyond satisfied with the quality education as well as the kindness of the teachers and staff.
- Posted by Parent - Stacy
52/23/2019
Atlas is a wonderful school and my kids are thriving there. Some of my favorite things about Atlas are the shorter school day and Fridays off, the language and music, and the close contact between parents and teachers. Another favorite thing is the way the education can be tailored to fit each child. For example, if a child tests at a higher grade level in math, he/she can go to that higher grade class during math time each day. This is huge because it keeps smart kids excited about learning and school instead of bored and frustrated. Another benefit of it being a small school is that my siblings get a lot of interaction with each other and have many of the same friends even though they are in different grades. This strengthens the sibling relationships which strengthens families. The Atlas environment is very friendly and positive!
- Posted by Parent - Kim
510/29/2016
My kids started attending Atlas last year, but I wish we had found it years ago! The small class size, in addition to wonderful and caring teachers, is just perfect. They focus on healthy food as well as emphasizing the need for allowing children to play outside. It truly is a wonderful find.
- Posted by Parent - Ella
510/26/2016
My son is thriving in Atlas. Having no previous private school experience, I was worried about fitting in, and meeting the demands of a private education. Atlas sets expectations to the student. They expect great things from all students, but only to each individual's potential. They don't expect all students to be math pros because Johnny is, but they DO expect each child to reach or exceed his potential. The whole mind body philosophy works!! We will stay with Atlas as long as I can financially make it happen!
- Posted by Parent - Mommy
57/24/2015
I love teaching at Atlas because of the individualized instruction I am able to provide my students on a daily basis!
- Posted by Teacher - kimno
57/24/2015
My child had problems earlier this year and the school staff really knew what was happening with my child in both the classroom and on the playground. They were able to help me and my child fix the problem. Small groups really got my child the attention she needed. Yay for Atlas!
- Posted by Parent - wmhca
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