National Associations of International Schools

Championing Excellence, Innovation, and Equity in Independent Education. NAIS is the leading voice and resource for independent schools in the United States and around the world. 

Leadership & Professional Development

Empowering heads of schools, educators, and administrators through cutting-edge training, mentorship programs, and national conferences.

Research & Insights

Access exclusive data, trend analysis, and benchmarking tools that guide strategic planning and decision-making.

Advocacy & Policy Guidance

NAIS stands at the forefront of issues impacting independent education, promoting policies that protect autonomy and advance equity.

Career & Talent Resources

Discover opportunities or recruit top-tier talent through the NAIS Career Center, the premier job board for independent schools.

Community & Networking

Join a vibrant network of peers and thought leaders through our online forums, affinity groups, and in-person events.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Support

NAIS provides tools, training, and strategic frameworks to help schools build inclusive communities where all students and educators feel seen, valued, and empowered.

Featured Causes

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Welcome to NAIS

NAIS is the leading voice and resource for independent schools in the United States and around the world. We support our member schools through research, leadership development, advocacy, and community building—helping them thrive in a rapidly changing educational landscape.

Why Independent Schools?

Independent schools offer unique learning environments defined by personalized instruction, mission-driven values, and a deep commitment to whole-child education. NAIS helps these schools innovate, adapt, and lead in shaping the future of learning.

Our Volunteers

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Nick Paterson

Support Staff

Alicia Anderson

Support Staff

Michael Clark

Support Staff

Stacy Henderson

Support Staff

Testimonials

"NAIS has been instrumental in connecting us with international partners, allowing us to scale our impact beyond what we thought possible."

Amina Al-Farsi
Director, Education for All Foundation
"Thanks to the training programs, our team is better equipped to manage projects and advocate for policy changes."

George Flavius
Program Manager, Global Health Partners
"The emergency response support provided critical relief during the recent floods, helping us reach vulnerable families swiftly."

Peter Oliver
Executive Director, Community Empowerment Initiative
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