Starting as a branch of the American School of Tangier, which had been in existence since 1950, the American School of Marrakesh was intended by Mr. McPhillips to be a model institution, reflecting his personal belief in education and a belief in the Kingdom of Morocco.

[1] Under the early leadership of Joe McPhillips and Mrs. Audrey Riffi, the school opened its doors in rented facilities in a villa with two teachers.

[1] Designed by Charles Boccara and landscaped by Madison Cox, the present school facility is a tribute to the enduring nature of a school founded as a dream by Joe McPhillips and nurtured into successful pre-eminence in Marrakech by the combined efforts of teachers, parents, staff, administrators, board members, and friends of the school.

[1] An independent private institution located on the outskirts of Marrakech, Morocco, ASM offers English-language, American-system education from kindergarten through 12th grade.

ASM is fully accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.