Together, we can
Empower and advocate for private school staffs. Shape the Future of Education.
Our Impact
We’ve worked on improving the lives of over 25,000 young people through direct practice.
As the largest association of independent schools, NAIS co-creates the future of education by uniting and empowering our community. The association offers research and trend analysis, leadership and governance guidance, and professional development opportunities for school and board leaders.
About NAIS
NAIS is the leading nonprofit membership association for independent K-12 schools in the U.S. and abroad. We serve over 2,000 institutions, including more than 1,600 nonprofit private schools in the U.S. Our members are diverse, self-governed, and united by a common goal: to inspire and educate the next generation.
We Empower
We empower independent schools by providing them with the tools, resources, and strategies they need to excel in today’s dynamic educational environment.
We Unite
We unite a diverse community of educators, administrators, and leaders, fostering collaboration and shared learning to elevate the impact of independent education.
We Advocate
We advocate for the interests of independent schools, ensuring their voices are heard in the broader educational landscape and that their unique needs are addressed.
We Innovate
We innovate by driving forward-thinking initiatives and encouraging schools to embrace new approaches that enhance teaching, learning, and leadership.
Our numbers that speak
We have numbers that push us to give our best and ensure we break our records. We are happy to be growing and helping more day by day.