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Academic Excellence
Our rigorous academic programs challenge students to reach their highest potential. At AAS, we celebrate our students' achievements and support their journey to success, both in and out of the classroom.
AAS at a Glance
50+
Nationalities Represented
7:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
97%
IB Diploma Pass Rate
20+
Extracurricular Activities
100%
University Acceptance Rate
65%
Participation in Extracurriculars
The AAS Experience
Elementary
A foundation for lifelong learning.
Our Elementary School offers a nurturing environment where young learners explore, create, and discover.
With a focus on hands-on experiences and play, students build a strong foundation in core subjects while developing social skills and a love for learning.
Middle
Guiding growth and exploration.
In Middle School, students experience a dynamic and supportive environment that encourages academic and personal growth.
With a wide range of subjects and extracurricular activities, students are guided to explore their interests and develop their unique talents.
High
Preparing for a global future.
Our High School program prepares students for higher education and beyond.
Offering a rigorous curriculum, including the IB Diploma Programme, students are challenged to think critically, engage deeply, and achieve their full potential in a global context.
AAS Voices
What brings me the most joy in my job is witnessing my students realize their potential and achieve their goals. Engaging in deep conversations across a wide range of topics and subjects with my students enriches both their learning experience and my own professional fulfillment.
Greeting my students with enthusiasm in the morning, and seeing their "aha" moments throughout the day brings me immense joy.
AAS is filled with really beautiful people; lovely, dedicated, professional colleagues and fantastic, happy students! I also think the campus is absolutely stunning. Bulgaria is a wonderful place to work and to live. I spend as much time as I can in the mountains of Bulgaria.
Always Maslow before Bloom. Children are impressionable and we are in the job of moulding the generation of tomorrow. Establishing strong relationships and knowing each student's unique personality, are key to fostering a conducive learning environment. Once students know you genuinely care for their well-being, you do not need to try hard to make a positive impact. It will naturally happen.
AAS Sofia is a place where dedication to teaching meets a community of lifelong learners, where the positivism and creativity of the teachers are like nowhere else, and where students are supported in their journey. There is no other place in Bulgaria where you can thrive as a teacher, knowing that each unique need of the students will be met.
I came for the job and stayed for my family. The AAS Community provides me with a great working environment and has given my family many opportunities and support that we would otherwise not have.
I'm Alina, I'm Syrian American, and I moved to this school when I was in grade 6! My favourite teachers always make me feel safe enough to ask questions (even if they just explained the answer).
What I value most about the school is the range of opportunities available beyond the classroom. I have been able to try activities such as pottery, dance, knowledge bowl, maths counts, volleyball, basketball, football, and orchestra. As a violinist, being able to play in an orchestra has been incredible, with me now searching for universities with different ensembles in order to continue this experience.
I was a student at AAS and I am grateful for the window to the world that it opened for me. Now my son is a student at AAS. While the school provides his foundational education, fosters his critical thinking, and helps develop his social skills, what is most important is that he is very happy to go to AAS every day!
Stories
Latest News
![curriculum director Angela Assed]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730981432/aassofiaorg/za6mgdsagwx0vxvzpvw5/assed494X477.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730981432/aassofiaorg/za6mgdsagwx0vxvzpvw5/assed494X477.jpg","width":494}])
Celebration Of Excellence: Our Journey to Reaccreditation
In the life of an educational institution, milestones are both a celebration of achievement and a testament to the resilience, dedication, and collective effort of a community.
![Class of 2022 Vasila Chaprazova]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1736512817/aassofiaorg/ezy1iy4i20w3lmxphpmn/img-0134_Chaprazova_Vasila.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1736512817/aassofiaorg/ezy1iy4i20w3lmxphpmn/img-0134_Chaprazova_Vasila.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1736512817/aassofiaorg/ezy1iy4i20w3lmxphpmn/img-0134_Chaprazova_Vasila.png","width":587}])
Vasila Chaprazova ('22): Taking Risks Makes You Grow
Briefly describe your experience at AAS.
I joined AAS in Gr.9 on a full scholarship, which was a big motivation for me – it encouraged me to believe that I have the abilities to be successful.
![AAS director Dr. Tim Fries]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730979283/aassofiaorg/gsltk3ydcw4m8dqytjm1/fries494X477.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1730979283/aassofiaorg/gsltk3ydcw4m8dqytjm1/fries494X477.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730979283/aassofiaorg/gsltk3ydcw4m8dqytjm1/fries494X477.png","width":600}])
The Winter Holiday Is Upon Us
The winter holiday is upon us!
I enjoy pretty much everything about the holiday season (except the traffic around Paradise Mall). As much as I enjoy holiday music, lights, gifting, and the excitement of younger kids, what I cherish most is the opportunity to see family and friends whom I have not seen in a while.
![elementary principal Julie Villers]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730981192/aassofiaorg/bc1ngyfsyxr8ri0obbow/Villers494X477.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730981192/aassofiaorg/bc1ngyfsyxr8ri0obbow/Villers494X477.jpg","width":494}])
What is The Secret To Being Happy In Life?
I have recently come across a secret, and I decided to let you in on it! Spoiler alert: The secret to living a long and fulfilled life is…. “strong relationships.”
![HS Counselor Brook Pauley]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731999825/aassofiaorg/ejdlzmfmcsjbvelhe7of/BrookPauley_thumb.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1731999825/aassofiaorg/ejdlzmfmcsjbvelhe7of/BrookPauley_thumb.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1731999825/aassofiaorg/ejdlzmfmcsjbvelhe7of/BrookPauley_thumb.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1731999825/aassofiaorg/ejdlzmfmcsjbvelhe7of/BrookPauley_thumb.jpg","width":1200}])
Helping Perfectionist Kids
Over time, one of the most significant student struggles I observed is perfectionism. It seems to appear mostly in females, but males also struggle with perfectionism. There is nothing wrong with wanting to do the best work possible, however, when perfectionism gets in the way of proper functioning, it can be debilitating and lead to depression.
![Dean of Students Peter Banister]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1736511520/aassofiaorg/jech1nk1j1cyqmadv9li/Peter-Bannister494x477.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1736511520/aassofiaorg/jech1nk1j1cyqmadv9li/Peter-Bannister494x477.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1736511520/aassofiaorg/jech1nk1j1cyqmadv9li/Peter-Bannister494x477.jpg","width":800}])
Secondary School Students Creating a Legacy of Good Times
My American colleagues have been explaining their ‘Thanksgiving’ holiday traditions to me. I think everyone can agree that taking a pause to reflect and be thankful for all the good things in our lives is a healthy practice.
![AAS Director of Student Support Services Joseph Gorski]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730981470/aassofiaorg/zroobbe0xqyegyic2vzh/Gorski494X477.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730981470/aassofiaorg/zroobbe0xqyegyic2vzh/Gorski494X477.jpg","width":494}])
Practice Patience With Your Children
Learning to wait is a key component of developing patience, something our children are sorely lacking these days. Patience is one of the most important skills to have, and the hardest to learn.
![AAS MS Counselor James Villers]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731672251/aassofiaorg/m689duehmptbbubrwx4z/James-Villers-494x477.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1731672251/aassofiaorg/m689duehmptbbubrwx4z/James-Villers-494x477.jpg","width":494}])
Choosing the Right Words Matters
The Dignity Index is an 8-point scale that measures how we speak to people we disagree with. Originally aimed at improving political discourse, it’s a tool that has relevance for our students (and for us), as well.
![AAS ICT Manager Daniel Kilback]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730981356/aassofiaorg/nnygdizhhgznjbdjlgou/kilback494X477.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730981356/aassofiaorg/nnygdizhhgznjbdjlgou/kilback494X477.jpg","width":494}])
A Parent’s Reflection on Data Privacy
Protecting our kids online doesn’t have to be overwhelming. With open dialogue, a bit of education, and some practical steps, we can help them enjoy all the wonders the internet offers.
![AAS director Dr. Tim Fries]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730981509/aassofiaorg/ajczois8b9cbv3pwhzyg/fries494X477_1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1730981509/aassofiaorg/ajczois8b9cbv3pwhzyg/fries494X477_1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730981509/aassofiaorg/ajczois8b9cbv3pwhzyg/fries494X477_1.png","width":600}])
Creating Special Moments
As a School, we intentionally create moments that are intended to stand out in students’ experiences as positive memories. These include special events, Cultural Trips, field trips, having students lead assemblies, and much more.