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Salama, Grade 11
"AAS is a school that values education and an individual’s contribution to the community, both in and out of school.
Everyone comes to this school with a purpose, whether it is to gain knowledge or to share it."
We are AAS
We are a school of extraordinary families and outstanding teachers.
We are an inspiring educational community - nestled in the stunning foothills of Mount Vitosha on the outskirts of Sofia.
We are an exceptional IB world school offering children from 4 to 18 years a world class educational experience.
We take pride in academic achievement, and value creativity and athletic talent with equal vigor.
We offer a curriculum and approach that looks beyond the classroom and prepares our students for the challenges and opportunities that the world has to offer.
We are the Anglo-American School of Sofia
The International Choice
The AAS Difference
What our students say...
![Elena, Grade 11]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1557609987/sofia/aa5da7ohlyhpjvwmcjjg/ElenaDimova_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1557609987/sofia/aa5da7ohlyhpjvwmcjjg/ElenaDimova_1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1557609987/sofia/aa5da7ohlyhpjvwmcjjg/ElenaDimova_1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1557609987/sofia/aa5da7ohlyhpjvwmcjjg/ElenaDimova_1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1557609987/sofia/aa5da7ohlyhpjvwmcjjg/ElenaDimova_1.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1557609987/sofia/aa5da7ohlyhpjvwmcjjg/ElenaDimova_1.jpg","width":2126}])
Elena, Grade 11
"I love the diversity of our community. Each person brings their own culture, tradition and style into AAS which helps form this unique atmosphere, allowing you to look at the world from a different lens."
![Keith, Grade 10]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1557609861/sofia/uxlqrhbyvckscfley1wg/KeithParker_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1557609861/sofia/uxlqrhbyvckscfley1wg/KeithParker_1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1557609861/sofia/uxlqrhbyvckscfley1wg/KeithParker_1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1557609861/sofia/uxlqrhbyvckscfley1wg/KeithParker_1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1557609861/sofia/uxlqrhbyvckscfley1wg/KeithParker_1.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1557609861/sofia/uxlqrhbyvckscfley1wg/KeithParker_1.jpg","width":2200}])
Keith, Grade 10
There is a sense of family and belonging from the day you enroll to the day you graduate. Whether it's a fellow peer, or a teacher, there's always someone by your side".
92%
What our students say...
![Brandon, Grade 11]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1557609806/sofia/d6xkm2l9gfrlttm7ujns/BrandonLim_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1557609806/sofia/d6xkm2l9gfrlttm7ujns/BrandonLim_1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1557609806/sofia/d6xkm2l9gfrlttm7ujns/BrandonLim_1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1557609806/sofia/d6xkm2l9gfrlttm7ujns/BrandonLim_1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1557609806/sofia/d6xkm2l9gfrlttm7ujns/BrandonLim_1.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1557609806/sofia/d6xkm2l9gfrlttm7ujns/BrandonLim_1.jpg","width":2163}])
Brandon, Grade 11
"I came here as a child who had never schooled out his country and hardly ever interacted with foreigners. AAS has contributed a lot to who I am now as a person, thanks to the environment it offers and the people I have met."
![Shon, Grade 10]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1557610209/sofia/jarijb2hawpbvkkxxmjb/ShonGolod_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1557610209/sofia/jarijb2hawpbvkkxxmjb/ShonGolod_1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1557610209/sofia/jarijb2hawpbvkkxxmjb/ShonGolod_1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1557610209/sofia/jarijb2hawpbvkkxxmjb/ShonGolod_1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1557610209/sofia/jarijb2hawpbvkkxxmjb/ShonGolod_1.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1557610209/sofia/jarijb2hawpbvkkxxmjb/ShonGolod_1.jpg","width":2200}])
Shon, Grade 10
"AAS has given me an important view on the world and its cultures, it taught me that not all people are the same and that all people should be accepted for who they are not where they are from."
![Blagovesta, Grade 10]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1557610052/sofia/xoydzalqs6u0i10ix6jw/BlagovestaMesheva_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1557610052/sofia/xoydzalqs6u0i10ix6jw/BlagovestaMesheva_1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1557610052/sofia/xoydzalqs6u0i10ix6jw/BlagovestaMesheva_1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1557610052/sofia/xoydzalqs6u0i10ix6jw/BlagovestaMesheva_1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1557610052/sofia/xoydzalqs6u0i10ix6jw/BlagovestaMesheva_1.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1557610052/sofia/xoydzalqs6u0i10ix6jw/BlagovestaMesheva_1.jpg","width":2200}])
Blagovesta, Grade 10
"The lessons at AAS are not concentrated on dry material but each of them also connects to the world we live in, which helps you to understand it better."
What's Been Happening
![Talking to Your Child About World Events]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1578657877/sofia/svsdowldfpn1oyd3ivkg/kidsandtv_240.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1578657877/sofia/svsdowldfpn1oyd3ivkg/kidsandtv_240.jpg","width":360}])
With continuing reminders of violence and disasters in the media, I often get asked how to address these difficult topics with children.
![AAS recent graduates share their experiences]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1576832097/sofia/eehzaymkkdudn2whudtw/alumnivisit_240.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1576832097/sofia/eehzaymkkdudn2whudtw/alumnivisit_240.jpg","width":322}])
Just before the winter break we were visited by some of our recent graduates - from Class of 2015 and 2019.
![Holidays are a good time for reading 📖]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1576583818/sofia/owz0kg83p3kyizzaa9fl/readingpost_240.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1576583818/sofia/owz0kg83p3kyizzaa9fl/readingpost_240.jpg","width":312}])
Parents who encourage reading and make books available can help improve their children's literacy.