Academy of International Studies Elementary School
- Operated by: Capitol Region Education Council (CREC)
- Pre-K3, Pre-K4, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
- 500 Total Students
Why choose us?
Highly acclaimed IB Primary Years Programme
Learn in a place that encourages critical thinking, personal development, and academic achievement while providing connections to a global network.
Dedicated, highly qualified teachers
Find the quality instruction and support needed to achieve academic excellence, grow into a global citizen, and reach your full potential.
Vibrant, inclusive community
Join a welcoming school community where diversity is celebrated, connections strengthened, and students inspired to grow.
Schedule
Events
Services & Offerings
Transportation
Transportation availability varies by grade level.
Prekindergarten
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Transportation is provided for Hartford residents only. Non-Hartford residents are eligible for a reimbursement stipend, unless they live in the town where the school is located. South Windsor residents are not eligible for a transportation stipend for this school.
Kindergarten – Grade 5
- Transportation is provided for students living inside the RSCO transportation zone. Review the transportation zone map to determine eligibility.
- RSCO does not provide door-to-door transportation. Bus stops vary and may include stops in your neighborhood or centralized locations in or near your town. Typically, centralized bus stops are not within walking distance of a student’s home. Families are responsible for transportation to the bus stop.
- Students attending a magnet school located in their town receive transportation through their home district. South Windsor residents receive transportation through South Windsor Public Schools for this school. Contact the district’s transportation office for more information.
- For students living outside the transportation zone, families may transport their child to an existing stop within the transportation zone or provide their own transportation. A reimbursement stipend is available for families who live outside the transportation zone and bring their child to school.
Specialization
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Placement Priorities
The following priorities are used in the placement process and can increase the chance of a placement if the school has available seats. To receive priority, you must apply during the on-time application period and make the school your first choice. Applicants receive priority in the order listed below.
- Enrolled Sibling
- Employee/Staff
- Placed Sibling
- Pathway school: Wintonbury Early Childhood Magnet School (Hartford Resident PK4 students applying to kindergarten)
Pathways
CONTINUING THE MAGNET EXPERIENCE!
The Academy of International Studies Elementary 5th grade students have a direct pathway to 6th grade at Academy of International Studies 6 to 12. To be eligible for this pathway, applicants must submit an on-time RSCO online application with Academy of International Studies 6 to 12 as their first choice.
Grade 5 students enrolled in Academy of International Studies Elementary School may also receive a pathway priority when applying to the following schools:
- Ana Grace Academy of the Arts School
- Academy of Aerospace and Engineering
- Academy of Computer Science and Engineering Middle School
- Academy of Science & Innovation
Sports, Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
Various clubs and extracurricular activities are available to our students to enhance their educational experience. A sampling of these clubs and activities are listed to give families a sense of what options are available. These offerings are subject to change and may vary by grade level. Please check with the school for more information.
- Changemaker/Student Action Club
- Cooking Club
- Dance
- Gardening Club
- Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA)
- Lego Club
- Student Leadership Group
- Student-led Clubs (may vary based on student interest)
