Headquartered in New York City, Edison Schools is an organization made up of educators, innovators and individuals from the United States and the United Kingdom who seek to improve public education. The organization partners with school districts, charter boards and states to help create schools and innovative programs for students. Edison Schools serves more than 285,000 students through educational institutes and programs in more than 15 U.S. states, the District of Columbia and the United Kingdom. It also offers classes in fine arts, world language, and health and fitness education. Edison Schools professional development unit organizes training sessions and discussion groups for staff members..