Go for Schools

Discover how Go supports critical thinking, problem-solving, and classroom learning. Explore resources for teachers, school clubs, grants, and student programs.

Go for Schools & Teachers

Go is not just a game - it's a powerful educational tool that helps students develop critical thinking, creativity, focus, and problem-solving skills. Go's simple rules and infinite strategic possibilities make it a great game to introduce in classrooms, after-school programs, libraries, and community organizations.

Why Teach Go

Learning Go gives students valuable skills, including:

Analytical thinking
Strategic planning
Logical reasoning
Problem-solving
Concentration and perseverance
Decision-making
Etiquette and fair play

Go is suitable for elementary, middle, and high school students, and is accessible to players of all skill levels.

Bring Go to Your School

Teachers use Go to promote active learning and collaboration. The game teaches kids to plan ahead, recognize patterns, and learn through practice. It creates an enjoyable, interactive environment that supports educational goals.

Want to bring Go into a classroom lesson or start an after-school club? The American Go Foundation has materials to help you get started.

Resources for Educators

Explore programs and resources for schools and teachers:

Start a Club – Learn how to start a Go club at your school or in your community.
Grants – Teaching grants to introduce Go in K-12 schools.
Benefits for Kids – Learn how Go helps children develop lifelong learning skills.

Bring Go to Your School

Go is easy to learn, affordable to teach, and rewarding for students of all ages. Whether you're an educator, librarian, homeschool parent, or youth program leader, the AGF can help you introduce Go to your learning community. To get started, simply fill out our online Project Application Form.

Teacher of the Year

To encourage and recognize the many amateur players who are actively engaged in teaching Go to beginners, the American Go Foundation established the Teacher of the Year Award in 1996. The winner receives an all expenses paid trip to the premiere Go event in the nation, the US Go Congress, where the award will be presented at the final banquet. Click here to learn more.

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