School Search

Finding private independent schools for your child is no easy task. Whether elementary, middle, or high school, whether college preparatory by day or boarding, there are many options for families to consider. The NAIS School Search database can help you in selecting independent schools throughout the country. Access our database, which provides school name, address, phone number, website, and other basic information, to see which NAIS member schools are in your backyard or around the globe.

School Search: Browse our directory of more than 1,400 full and affiliate member schools and learn about more independent schools by visiting the websites of our partner associations.

Explore additional resources about independent schools by visiting the following websites of other organizations:

• The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
• Junior Boarding Schools Association
• National Coalition of Girls’ Schools
• Western Boarding Schools Association
• Canadian Association of Independent Schools
• U.S. Department of Education Private School Locator

Admission Facts for Parents

Resources and information in this area also provide an overview of the admissions and testing processes in independent schools, as well as general advice on what to consider as you choose the private school that best suits your child's needs. Getting into private schools can seem like a complex set of steps, but information found here can get you started on the right track.

School and Student Services for Financial Aid (SSS by NAIS)

School and Student Services (SSS by NAIS) is the NAIS-owned financial aid services program. It offers extensive resources for schools and families. Click on the image below to go to the SSS Website for Schools or the SSS Website for Families (which includes a link to the Parents' Financial Statement (PFS) application.)