Discover a school built for self-creation
ATI is a school dedicated to a union of classical and Montessori approaches to education: a classical liberal arts emphasis on history and great books, and a Montessori emphasis on independence and agency.
Where you are capable of becoming your very best self
ATI offers a high agency program dedicated to a reverence for knowledge; for truth. This means retaining the focus on student agency and self-creation while intentionally emphasizing a robust liberal arts education.
Our goal at ATI is to give each student the keys to the universe, encouraging them to ask big questions and giving them knowledge and tools to seek their own answers.
ATI offers a high agency program dedicated to a reverence for knowledge; for truth. This means retaining the focus on student agency and self-creation while intentionally emphasizing a robust liberal arts education.
Our goal at ATI is to give each student the keys to the universe, encouraging them to ask big questions and giving them knowledge and tools to seek their own answers.
Why Teens Love ATI
Learning in My Style
Connecting to Industry Experts
Entrepreneurship Experience
Why Parents Love ATI
Preparing My Child for Success
Paving the Way to College
Small Class Sizes
How ATI Blends Student Agency with a Classical Education
Meet JP. A junior at ATI San Francisco who doesn't have to wait until the bell rings to dive into his passions.
He is also mastering Trigonometry, Literature, and Computer Science.
Meet JP. A junior at ATI San Francisco who doesn't have to wait until the bell rings to dive into his passions.
He is also mastering Trigonometry, Literature, and Computer Science.
Middle and high school the way it should be
We are not a traditional school
We are not a progressive school
We are the third option
At ATI, you can choose the areas of interest you want to focus on, and set achievable goals with your coach
Gain a higher level of independence
The ATI approach
Every student is unique, so every student gets the guidance and support they need in order to flourish
Work through an individually tailored curriculum
The ATI Approach
Reach your personal and academic goals through your own work and motivation
Grow into the person you want to become
The ATI approach
Collaborate on projects with ATI students who live on the opposite side of the globe
Be part of something big
The ATI Approach
Our students complete internships, start businesses, write books, and make movies. At ATI, more is possible
Expect more
The ATI Approach
Our staff are experts in their fields who want to share their knowledge and skills with you
Learn from experts
The ATI Approach
Work in an atmosphere of care and support, so that you feel comfortable enough to truly challenge yourself
Unearth your potential
The ATI Approach
Lessons in music, language, art, and performance offer endless opportunities for self-expression
Find your voice
The ATI Approach
Make a direct contribution to the way your school is run — and have it recognized
Set your school's agenda
The ATI Approach
Find a school, join our community
Small school communities, globally connected
Every ATI school, in-person or online, is a tight-knit community that is also connected to a global network. The network allows you to learn from industry experts, take part in unique electives, find mentors in your field, and connect with peers around the country and world.
Every ATI school, in-person or online, is a tight-knit community that is also connected to a global network. The network allows you to learn from industry experts, take part in unique electives, find mentors in your field, and connect with peers around the country and world.
Experience school on your terms
Join a school community designed to support your education with coaching, small classes, and a commitment to our core values. Engage in deep study and personal exploration as a student at ATI.
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