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Education Guide Helping Kids Succeed in School Improve your child’s chances for academic success by following these 12 steps.

Primetime for Learning Starts Early Give kids a great start with early childhood education.

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School Away from Home Boarding schools build character, academics and independence.

Special Needs Kids with special needs make amazing progress with specialized services.

Field Trips Getting outside the classroom will rev up a student’s curiosity.

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Georgia Schools Checklist: Make Sure Your Child Meets the Requirements to Attend Classes Older Kids Needs Shots, Too. Had enough immunizations? Not quite. As kids enter sixth or seventh grade, there are a few final shots they’ll need. n Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis (Tdap or Dtap) – final dose required n Varicella booster – second dose required n Mumps – second dose required n Meningococcal (MCV) – first of two doses – required before entering the seventh grade. n Human Papillomavirus, a threedose series, not required but recommended

Did You Know? n Georgia law requires students to attend a public or private school or be home-schooled from ages 6 to 16.

Public kindergarten is available, but not mandatory.

Children enrolled in child care facilities or entering a Georgia school for the first time, including kindergarten, are required to have an eye, ear and dental exam and certain vaccines to protect against diseases such as diphtheria or measles.

Examinations and vaccinations are offered through a private doctor’s office or public health clinics and are documented on the Georgia Certificate of Eye, Ear, Dental Exam (form 3300) and the Georgia Certificate of Immunization (form 3231). These completed forms must be provided by parents to the school or child care facility for enrollment.

If form 3300 hasn’t been completed, parents have 120 days to submit it. Superintendents can grant a waiver for submitting form 3231, for up to 90 days, if immunizations can be completed during that period.

n Students enrolling in Georgia public schools for the first time will be asked to provide a Social Security number, but it is not required and parents can decline to provide it. n A child must be 5 years old on or before Sept. 1 to enter public kindergarten. n A child must be 6 years old on or before Sept. 1 to enter first grade. n Georgia provides a public prekindergarten program for children 4 years old on or before Sept. 1, administered by Bright from the Start.

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Helping Your Child Succeed in School

by Lara Krupicka

There is no magic formula for school success, but here are a dozen things you can do to improve your child’s performance at school. n Keep a consistent bedtime for your child. Being well-rested enables kids to better focus in school. n Serve a healthy breakfast. A protein-rich breakfast, such as eggs, or cereal with milk will give your child fuel for his body and brain. n Initiate regular communication with her teacher.

Let the teacher know of any concerns you have or if there are any irregular circumstances at home. Ask for feedback on how your child is doing.

n Buy your children books. Buy yourself books.

Or check them out from a public library. Children raised in a print-rich environment are shown to be more proficient readers, according to Educational Testing Service. n Praise growth rather than achievement.

Psychologist and researcher Carol Dweck emphasizes a growth mindset that values learning for its own sake as a better predictor of success than “talent” or IQ. n When working with your children on homework, guide them in strategies for completing it without doing the work for them. n Talk about current events as a family.

Children are better learners if they develop awareness of the world around them and critical thinking about what is happening. n Get involved in your child’s school as you are able. Interacting with other parents can offer insights on what happens in your child’s school day.

n Read regularly with your child. Not only does reading provide a good parent/child bonding time, it also encourages development of reading skills. n Take a look at your child’s take-home folder or assignment notebook regularly. Review deadlines and your child’s plan for meeting them. n Encourage your child to explore deeper into topics that interest her. Learning is a lifelong skill and kids need to see that they can find enjoyment in it. n Ask open-ended questions about what your child is studying in school. Let him teach you. Passing along skills and information is a good way to reinforce what a child is learning.

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Early Years Are Primetime for Learning Much of the discussion about education focuses on the K-12 years, but early childhood education experts suggest serious learning can start even earlier and shape the child’s future.

“Children’s minds are like sponges when they are very young,” says Alise McGregor, founder of Little Newtons early childhood education centers. “Under age 5 is the most important time for development and our best opportunity to set up children for success. If we strongly educate children at a very young age, while their brains are so pliable, by the time they reach kindergarten, their brain capacity is much higher.”

Recent research confirms that the first five years of life are particularly important for brain development. Harvard University’s Center on the Developing Child says more

than 1 million new neural connections are formed every second, building the brain’s network. This growth establishes a foundation for learning, thus an opportunity to be better prepared for grade school and beyond, experts say.

One analysis of several studies, “Impacts of Early Childhood Education on Medium- and Long-term Education,” showed that children exposed to highquality pre-kindergarten education performed better academically in later years. Early education also led to higher graduation rates and less grade retention.

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These assist the brain’s organizational development and functioning in many situations, helping children develop learning skills as well as social and emotional abilities. “A good earlyeducation center creates an environment where imagination, love and innovation all come together for a daily adventure,” McGregor says.

Lessons given in a fun and exciting way will encourage children to be effective learners.

block for happiness, friendships and success in school and life starts early by learning how to listen, share, cooperate, take turns and follow rules.

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early childhood educators and parents work together to develop resilience in children as early as possible. “By creating a consistent and stable environment with clear expectations and predictable consequences, children can develop skills in managing themselves and their emotions,” McGregor says, adding that this is the foundation for building coping strategies for greater challenges in life.

McGregor is the author of “Creating Brilliance” (Nursing Values, $11.99) as well as the founder of Little Newtons (littlenewtons.com), with early childhood education centers in Minnesota and Illinois.

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Choosing a Great Preschool Finding the right preschool for your child may seem overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) says a high-quality preschool program should have these qualities. Look for them when you visit. n Interaction with caring adults. Teachers help your child feel secure and important every day. They listen to your child and get to know him well. n Active, hands-on, “mindson” play and learning. As your preschooler plays, experiments, and interacts with other children and teachers, a lot of learning happens. n Activities to connect new

ideas and skills to what kids already know and can do. All of us learn best when we can link new information to what we already know.

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n Helping kids make sense of their world. As your child explores materials, he comes up with ideas about why things happen and tests them out.

Teachers help him make sense of his experiences and add small challenges. n Teacher-guided learning.

Teachers should plan small- and largegroup experiences that stretch children’s learning. n Teaching based on each

child’s age and stage of development. Teachers help children meet goals that are just right for that child and value each child’s family, language and culture.

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CREATE YOUR PATH EVERY CHILD’S EDUCATION IS A UNIQUE JOURNEY.

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WE THINK BIG Students and faculty explored the 2017-2018 Isdell Center for Global Leadership theme of CONSERVATION during a study tour to Switzerland.

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Spotlight on Private Schools Academe of the Oaks

Arbor Montessori School

cademe of the Oaks, an innovative Waldorf high-school, integrates intellectual, practical, social, and aesthetic pursuits in an educational program that is both local and global, holistic, humanistic, and purposeful.

College-preparatory by design, Academe’s curriculum includes coursework in mathematics, sciences, and humanities; fine and practical arts; drama and music; and environmental education. At Academe, students’ hands-on introduction to science through experiential learning in the lab and in the field is complemented by a humanities focus on primary sources. Learning by experience helps students develop a set of skills applicable across the curriculum. Knowing “how to learn” means, that no matter what the subject, Academe students understand what questions to ask. An experiential approach prioritizes students’ voices. Through public presentations and dramatic interpretations, students discover the truths of lessons for themselves. Students leave Academe confident in their ability to ask the essential questions and to lead others toward the discovery of meaning.

Located just east of downtown Decatur, Academe of the Oaks serves students in grades 9-12. Please visit www. academeatlanta.org for more information.

ounded in 1970, Arbor Montessori is the premiere Montessori school in Atlanta. Arbor is one of the largest Montessori schools in the Southeast and regarded as a beacon of Montessori education worldwide. Currently, the school serves students aged 18 months to 14 years and offers full time, part time, and all-day programs at two Decatur campus locations.

The mission of Arbor Montessori School is to develop the unique capabilities of each child through supportive relationships, joyful learning, and meaningful work in a Montessori environment. Arbor seeks to foster independence in each child, preparing them to contribute with integrity to the global community.

An Arbor Montessori education cultivates motivation, selfdiscipline, and a lifelong love of learning through intentionally designed materials, multi-age classrooms, and highly trained and attentive teaching staff. In addition to an outstanding academic curriculum, Arbor offers art, music, Spanish, before and after-school care, a strong athletics program, extracurricular clubs and teams, and a close-knit community of families.

Schedule a personalized tour by calling 404-321-9304 or emailing admissions@arbormontessori.org. More information at www.arbormontessori.org.

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tlanta Academy, a 2017 National Blue Ribbon School, serves 300 private preschool-8th grade students in North Atlanta. The school’s mission, to give every student the individual attention they need to succeed, is at the core of everything they do. Small class sizes allow teachers to understand students’ individual strengths and help them discover their own unique talents.

A forward-thinking curriculum at Atlanta Academy is enriched with a variety of opportunities for students, in order to build the confidence and skills they need to succeed at prestigious private high schools, top-ranking public schools and magnet programs. More than 94 percent of graduates are accepted into their top choice high school.

The Atlanta Academy faculty ranks among some of the best educators in the industry. 78 percent of Kindergarten through 8th grade teachers hold master’s degrees. High performing student achievement is nurtured in an inclusive, non-denominational atmosphere, where families are engaged. Together, they are fully invested in helping children grow into well-educated, independent problem-solvers who are prepared to excel in high school and beyond. To schedule a tour, visit atlantaacademy.com.

tlanta International School (AIS) offers all three International Baccalaureate (IB) programs to 1,270 U.S. and international students from threeyear-old Kindergarten to Grade 12. Rigorous academics are enriched by a world-class language acquisition program, which begins with a full immersion Preschool program in French, German, Mandarin and Spanish and continues with dual (French, German and Spanish) and partial (Mandarin) immersion from 5K to Grade 5. AIS offers STEM and STEAM-endorsed and bilingual diplomas in addition to the prestigious IB diploma.

Beyond the classroom, AIS students participate in awardwinning performing and fine arts opportunities, competitive athletics, and global experiential learning. Along with the authorization to offer IB education, AIS is also accredited by the following academic programs: AdvanceED, Agency of French Teaching Abroad (aefe), Council for International Schools (CIS), European Council for International Schools (ECIS), and Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS). For more information, please visit aischool.org.

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Spotlight on Private Schools GRACEPOINT School

Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School

ounded in 2012, when two mothers stepped out in faith to provide their dyslexic children with a specialized education in a Christian setting. GRACEPOINT School began with a mere four students and has steadily grown to an enrollment of more than 100 students in grades one through eight. Students receive a comprehensive, high quality education program, combining remediation with enrichment and acceleration. Students typically complete remediation in three to four years allowing them to transition into a more traditional educational environment.

GRACEPOINT utilizes the Orton-Gillingham method, a multisensory approach woven into all subject areas. Their students receive seventy-five minutes of explicit reading instruction daily by a certified Orton-Gillingham teacher. The student/teacher ratio for reading is 5:1, while all other core subjects have a student/teacher ratio of 8:1. The mission at GRACEPOINT is to equip dyslexic students with the skills needed to develop into independent and confident learners.

They strive to instill a life-long desire for their students to grow in wisdom and knowledge of the Lord, so that each will fulfill God’s purpose and bring Him glory. GRACEPOINT is located in an independent building on the campus of Piedmont Church in Marietta. gracepointschool.org. 678-709-6634.

oly Innocents’ Episcopal School, located just north of Chastain Park and inside the perimeter, reaches across 43 beautiful acres and boasts a state-of-the-art STEM Building, stand-alone Primary School, Lower School, Middle School and Upper School facilities, a Fine Arts Building, two modern gymnasiums and four expansive athletic fields.

HIES is Atlanta’s only comprehensive Episcopal school, with approximately 1,300 students PK3-12. The HIES college-prep curriculum challenges students, encourages collaboration and inspires creative thinking. Course offerings include acclaimed reading and writing programs, foreign language classes for all ages, hands-on science programs, robotics, engineering, film and TV production classes and the Program for Global Citizenship. HIES has one of the region’s leading Fine Art programs and an impressive athletic tradition, with many regional and state championships. For more information, visit hies.org.

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oly Spirit Preparatory School is a remarkable institution among the many independent schools in the Atlanta market.

The young, accomplished school is one of the few independent Catholic schools in the Atlanta metro area. It serves students from 6 months all the way through 12th grade, so is perfect for families. Its high school keeps getting named one of the top Catholic high schools in the country by the Catholic Education Honor Roll.

Their AP scores are way above state and national averages (in the hardest AP tests, like Chemistry and Calculus, their students average over a 4 out of 5, which is incredible), and their alumni get accepted to Ivy League schools, military academies, top 25 schools, and universities across the world.

But, really, it’s all about fit. Because they maintain a smaller enrollment than most independent schools, they find the right place for each student - channeling them to the right club, the right gifted classes, the right team - and the right college fit after HSP. This school is all about personalized learning, small class sizes, and forming students in “mind, body, and soul” in a family of faith and learning. For more information, call or text admissions at 678-761-7992, or visit holyspiritprep.org.

cGinnis Woods School is a private, non-parochial school offering a rich Preschool, Elementary and Middle School Education. The beautiful school campus is located in Alpharetta. The Preschool accepts children as young as 6 weeks old and the Elementary and Middle School teach students in PreK 4 through 8th grade. McGinnis Woods is GAC, SACS, and NAEYC accredited. It is also a member of the Georgia Independent School Association.

The mission of McGinnis Woods is to inspire students with the passion to excel. This is accomplished by providing superior hands-on, minds-on academics and inspiring a lifelong love of learning. Classes with low student-teacher ratios, provide for frequent one-to-one learning. The students learn through a variety of groupings including class lessons, small group activities, hands-on STEM activities and “buddy” classes which encourage multi-age groupings. Frequent guest speakers, monthly field trips, character education, and community service round out the challenging curriculum. Drama Club, Competitive Sports and Robotics teams train year round. After school programs and Discovery Clubs are also available.

Please visit www.mcginniswoods.org and plan to visit us on Saturday, January 26, 2019 from 1-3 p.m. at 5380 Faircroft Drive, Alpharetta, GA 30005 or call 770-664-7764 to set up a tour. Experience the McGinnis Woods difference!

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Spotlight on Private Schools Midtown International School

Montessori School at Emory

IS is Atlanta’s home for globallyminded gifted learners in kindergarten through 12th grade.

Critical thinking, collaboration, and complex problem solving support our diverse and thoughtful students as they engage in a world bigger than themselves, with course-embedded travel and global languages connecting intellectual, cultural, academic, and artistic experiences.

So what happens in a school designed for such curious learners? No one waits to learn.

In a school where teachers serve as trusted guides, and equally curious co-learners; where classrooms transform daily into kinetic problem-solving laboratories; where intellectual bravery and social courage reap their own rewards; where authentic, meaningful, and applied scholarship knows no bounds and is unconfined by artificial ceilings or imposed standards; and where no one waits to learn, MIS students think, debate, create, problem-solve, synthesize, and flourish, becoming their best selves, growing in both confidence and ability, and falling in love with school and with learning as they recognize their capacity to accomplish great feats and navigate our ever-converging world.

See the MIS magic for yourself: Call 404-542-7003 or email admissions@midtowninternationalschool.com to schedule a tour.

ontessori School at Emory was founded over 24 years ago becoming accredited as a Montessori School in 1993. With over 175 students, from 15 months through 14 years, the Montessori School at Emory supports the whole child and prepares them for life through accredited, authentic quality Montessori programs. Children are given one-on-one instruction from their teacher which creates an individualized program that engages their interests and skill levels.

Montessori School at Emory offers several options.

Full day, half day, 10 month or year round formats are available. Afternoon enrichment programs are also offered from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., in which children enjoy experiences in the creative arts and sciences such as music, art and foreign language. Also, early morning drop-off is available at 7 a.m. For more information about the Montessori School at Emory, call 404-634-5777 or visit www.MontessoriSchoolatEmory.com.

Mount Pisgah Christian School

Mount Vernon Presbyterian School

leading Preschool through 12th grade private school in North Fulton, Mount Pisgah Christian School has been recognized as the best value in independent school education in the area. Proven performance in student-centered learning is driven by a commitment to instructional coaching and personalized teacher instruction.

Beyond spiritual formation integrated into the classroom, students explore their God-given talents through weekly Chapel, SharpTop spiritual retreat, Bible courses and mission trips.

Mount Pisgah qualifies as an Advanced Placement (AP) Challenge School, AP Merit School, AP STEM School, AP STEM Achievement School and AP Humanities School offering 18 Upper School AP Courses. The Lower School is known for its research-based curriculum bolstered by the innovative MAP® Growth™ assessment.

Graduates of this top Atlanta school enter some of the country’s most recognized colleges. With 100% of students accepted into a college of their choice, members of the Class of 2018 received scholarships in excess of $5.5 million.

Exceptional extracurricular programs are a Pisgah trademark with 46 competitive athletic programs. Arts programs come alive through programs featuring art, band, orchestra, chorus , arts academy and theater. Visit mountpisgahschool.org.

stablished in 1972 and located in Sandy Springs, Georgia, Mount Vernon inspires innovation in Preschool through grade 12. We are dedicated to creating a learning environment that equips all students to be college ready, globally competitive and engaged citizens leaders. Leading national conversation around K-12 integration of design thinking, students collaborate through research, experiment with results, and ultimately produce prototypes to impact the world.

MVPS amplifies the skills needed to engage in real-world, people-centered problem solving through design thinking and project-based learning. Mount Vernon offers students the extraordinary opportunity to become lead designers of their own learning as they observe, question, empathize, experiment, and implement solutions to human-centered issues. Students gain real-world experience by collaborating with corporations and non-profits such as Delta, Porsche, AT&T, the Center for Civil and Human Rights, and Magic Wheelchair Project.

As a partner of Stanford’s d.School, Mount Vernon launched its Mount Vernon Institute for Innovation (MVIFI) in 2010 as a research and design arm of MVPS. Students are constantly exposed to and encouraged to interact with experts in local, national, and global communities to design a better world. Visit mvadmissions.youcanbook.me to schedule your tour today.

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Spotlight on Private Schools Pace Academy

Springmont School

n 1958, an interfaith group of community leaders envisioned a learning environment open to fresh ideas and debate. Pace Academy today is exactly what its founders had in mind.

With 1,105 students in Pre-First through 12th grade, Pace strives to create prepared, confident citizens of the world. Studentteacher relationships are at the heart of the Pace experience, so the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 9:1 and an average class size of 12.

Pace develops children’s passions and strengths through academics, athletics and the arts, while providing global perspectives in the classroom and an integrated experience after the bell rings.

Through the Isdell Center for Global Leadership (ICGL), Pace students come to view the world through a global lens. The ICGL builds on an innovative academic curriculum and explores an annual, school-wide theme. Curricular and co-curricular activities, scholars in residence, fellowships, internships and international study tours support education around these themes.

Through the ICGL, Pace students, guided by an outstanding faculty, develop a deep understanding of the world and the people around them. Pace graduates want to be successful and realize that true success means making a difference.

For more information, visit paceacademy.org.

s the oldest Montessori school in the Southeast, Springmont offers students 18 months through Middle School hands-on, project-based learning in a thoughtfullyprepared environment that includes multi-aged classes, specially-designed materials and experienced teachers who guide students’ curiosity towards meaningful discoveries. Classrooms are large, lightfilled and aesthetically pleasing while the outdoor campus with its many natural areas, class gardens and farm animals, plus our 86-acre north Georgia Landschool campus afford rich lessons in experiential learning. Opportunities to build skills through collaboration, inquiry and presentation help students develop socially, emotionally and academically.

Springmont’s Middle School prepares students for success in Atlanta’s premier high schools as well as life beyond academics. Students run micro-economies, participate in internships, and compete in regional academic competitions.

Opportunities to hone time-management, experience active leadership roles, articulate complex ideas, and work both independently and in diverse groups allow students to become engaged learners. Springmont School – Extraordinary by Design. Visit Springmont.com for more information.

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wift School is an independent school serving students in grades 1–8 with dyslexia and other languagebased learning differences.

Swift’s programming is designed to remediate the language learning challenges faced by these students while capitalizing on the strengths of dyslexic learners. At Swift, dyslexia is viewed through the lens of leading-edge brain science and seen as a brain type with great advantages.

Swift uses the Orton-Gillingham approach to teach students how to decode and understand language and helps students develop interpersonal skills that will allow them to thrive in life beyond Swift. With small class sizes, Swift’s Lower Division provides students a high degree of individualized instruction. The Middle Division offers a challenging program to prepare students for high school. In addition to classroom instructors, a team of learning specialists and speech-language pathologists support Swift students. Swift offers after school clubs for Lower Division students and interscholastic sports for Middle Division students.

Swift School is located in Roswell off GA-400 at exit 7.

Contact us at 678-205-4988 or visit theswiftschool.org to learn more.

verything Trinity School does is designed to help students age three through Sixth Grade flourish. Established in 1951 and located on 43 acres in Atlanta, this unique elementary-only school is known for its strong academics, an amazing arts program, stateof-the-art indoor and outdoor learning spaces, and a community that cares like no other.

At Trinity, students have opportunities to discover and explore. The School’s faculty and staff encourage them to try things they never imagined and cheer mightily when they succeed. Trinity’s unique approach to early childhood and elementary education allows their students to savor the joy of childhood while also acquiring a deep academic foundation and developing responsibility, leadership, and a strong sense of self. And while our academic program is challenging, it is only one measure of success at Trinity. In addition to gaining proficiency in essential knowledge and skills, Trinity students are exposed to a wide variety of subjects and experiences, such as engineering and design, music, art, world languages, physical education, and community service. In every class, Trinity students learn to think deeply, explore freely, and express themselves with confidence.

For more information, call 404-231-8100 or visit trinityatl.org.

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Celebrating more than 30 years, The Waldorf School of Atlanta offers a revolutionary notion – that in the midst of a high-speed world, children need schools where childhood is appreciated and allowed to unfold naturally.

The school nurtures within students the will to become life-long learners by fostering their ability to think with clarity, feel with compassion, and act with purpose in the world.

The Waldorf curriculum is rich in every branch of academics and enlivened with the arts and practical skills. As such, it honors children at each stage of their development, nurturing their current capacities and preparing them for new learning to come.

Located in Decatur, with a satellite location in Inman Park, The Waldorf School of Atlanta serves children from ages 2 through 8th grade. Aligned with the ideals of Waldorf education – a century-old approach to learning, carried on by 1,200 schools worldwide – The Waldorf School invites you to learn more at www.waldorfatlanta.org.

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estminster is a coeducational Christian, independent school serving bright and motivated students, who are curious by nature and nurtured by challenge. The School was founded in 1951 to develop leaders of conscience who will be a positive force in the world. With an enrollment of 1,870 students in grades pre-first through 12, Westminster fulfills its mission through a curriculum that engages children across the key dimensions of their growth – academic, physical, and spiritual.

The School’s dynamic curricular offerings are complemented by extracurricular opportunities including unique service learning projects that partner the students with nonprofit organizations locally and abroad; a dynamic arts program that includes music, visual arts, and drama; a nationally recognized athletic program with more than 84 teams across 17 sports; and interdisciplinary global programs spanning five continents. Westminster students are encouraged to deeply investigate and explore their passions under the guidance of gifted faculty members.

Learn more about Westminster’s academics, faculty, extracurricular activities, and admissions process at westminster.net.

Whitefield Academy

Woodward Academy

hitefield Academy is a Christcentered, college-preparatory school serving more than 850 students in grades pre-K4 through 12. Located just off I-285 in Smyrna, Whitefield maintains a solid academic reputation with its numerous AP and honors courses, and a rigorous curriculum that sets the framework for 100 percent of its graduates to matriculate to colleges and universities. In fact, graduates from the past three years have averaged more than $6.1 million in scholarships, annually.

The Whitefield learning environment facilitates discovery of student talents and interests that might have otherwise gone unnoticed. With more than 50 sports teams, including 20 varsity teams, Whitefield athletes have multiple opportunities for both participation and success – over 100 Whitefield alumni have moved on to NCAA competition in their chosen sport. In addition to academic and athletic prowess, Whitefield’s award-winning fine arts programs and first-rate Innovation Lab are allowing students to explore and develop their passions in theater, music, and visual arts, as well as STEM subjects such as engineering and robotics.

For more information, visit whitefieldacademy.com.

t Woodward Academy, one size doesn’t fit even two. Students can study Gauguin and golf, Copernicus and coding, rhetoric and robotics–all in one day.

With 2,635 students on two campuses and a student-teacher ratio of 7:1, Woodward offers the resources of a college with the intimacy and attention of home. Each student can create their own path within a diverse community under the guidance of caring faculty, coaches, counselors, and advisors – all while cultivating strong character and a deep respect for difference.

Woodward challenges students to reach their fullest potential, offering 26 AP classes, a renowned Transition Program for students with mild learning differences, 86 clubs, 75 yearly arts performances, and 18 varsity sports.

The Global Connections Program provides extensive study abroad opportunities, and innovative STEM programs are woven into the curriculum at every step.

A typical graduating class attends more than 100 colleges and universities, devotes 5,000 hours to community service, and earns more than $15 million in scholarship awards.

Learn more at woodward.edu about Main Campus (Pre-K-12), located in the ATL Airport District, and Woodward North (Pre-K-6) in Johns Creek.

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Our comprehensive directory of private schools in metro Atlanta lists schools that have 200 students or more. Montessori schools have 150 students or more, while special needs schools have 100 students or more. To be included, schools must go at least through third grade. Our advertising partners are also included.

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Region

Location/Neighborhoods

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Acworth, Austell, Canton, Cartersville, Douglasville, Kennesaw, Lithia Springs, Mableton, Marietta, Powder Springs, Smyrna, Woodstock

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Auburn, Buford, Conyers, Covington, Dacula, Decatur, Gainesville, Grayson, Hoschton, Lawrenceville, Lilburn, Lithonia, Loganville, Monroe, Norcross, Snellville, Stone Mountain, Sugar Hill, Tucker

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Alpharetta, Cumming, Duluth, Gainesville, Johns Creek, Milton, Norcross, Roswell

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College Park, East Point, Fairburn, Fayetteville, Hapeville, Newnan, Peachtree City, Sharpsburg, Tyrone

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Atlanta, Buckhead, Chamblee, Doraville, Dunwoody, Midtown, Sandy Springs, Vinings

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Zone

Phone

2019 Directory Ages/Grades

Students

Annual Tuition

Affiliation

3

404-405-2173

9th-12th

87

$17,850/yr.

Alpharetta Christian Academy 44 Academy St., Alpharetta (Fulton) alpharettachristianacademy.com

2

770-475-5762

18mos.-6th

350

$4,539-$10,058/yr.

Baptist

Annunciation Day School 2500 Clairmont Rd. NE, Atlanta (DeKalb) annunciationdayschool.org

3

404-565-2850

Preschool-8th

145

$3,000-$10,000/yr.

Christian

Arbor Montessori School 2998 Lavista Rd., and 1434 Scott Blvd., Decatur (DeKalb) arbormontessori.org

3

404-321-9304

18mos.-14yrs.

270

$10,650-$19,450/yr.

Montessori

Atlanta Academy 2000 Holcomb Woods Pkwy., Roswell (Fulton) atlantaacademy.com

2

678-461-6102

Preschool-8th

350

$10,060-$23,110/yr.

non-denominational Christian

Atlanta Girls’ School 3254 Northside Pkwy. NW, Atlanta (Fulton) atlantagirlsschool.org

3

404-845-0900

6th-12th

240

$25,688/yr.

Atlanta International School 2890 N. Fulton Dr., Atlanta (Fulton) aischool.org

3

404-841-3840

K3-12th

1270

$22,902-$26,144/yr.

Atlanta Jewish Academy 5200 Northland Dr., Atlanta (Fulton) atljewishacademy.org

3

404-843-9900

3mos.-12th

463

$16,000-$24,000/yr.

Jewish

Atlanta Montessori International School 1970 Cliff Valley Way NE, Atlanta (DeKalb) amischool.com

3

404-325-6777

8wks.-15yrs.

270

$11,000-$19,000/yr.

Montessori

Atlanta Speech SchoolThe Wardlaw School 3160 Northside Pkwy. NW, Atlanta (Fulton) atlantaspeechschool.org

3

404-233-5332

Infant-6th

380

$14,263-$36,004/yr.

Dyslexia

The Bedford School 5665 Milam Rd., Fairburn (Fulton) thebedfordschool.org

5

770-774-8001

1st-9th

152

$19,550/yr.

Learning disabilities

Blessed Trinity Catholic High School 11320 Woodstock Rd., Roswell (Fulton) btcatholic.org

2

678-277-9083

9th-12th

1000

$12,700/yr.

Catholic

Brookwood Christian School for Dyslexia 4728 Wood St., Acworth (Cobb) brookwoodchristian.com

1

678-401-5855

1st-12th

51

$17,000/yr.

Learning Disabilities/ Christian

Cambridge Academy 2780 Flat Shoals Rd., Decatur (DeKalb) acambridgeacademy.org

1

404-241-1321

2yrs.-8th

225

$8,000-$9,500/yr.

Center Academy 3499 South Cobb Dr., Smyrna (Cobb) centeracademy.com

1

770-333-1616

4th-12th

50

$7,000-$15,180/yr.

Learning disabilities

Cherokee Christian Schools 3075 Trickum Rd., Woodstock (Cherokee) cherokeechristian.org

1

678-494-5464

K5-12th

402

$10,400-$13,200/yr.

non-denominational Christian

Academe of the Oaks 146 New St., Decatur (DeKalb) academeatlanta.org

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Phone

2019 Directory Ages/Grades

Students

Annual Tuition

Affiliation

The Children’s School 345 Tenth St. NE, Atlanta (Fulton) tcsatl.org

3

404-873-6985

3yrs.-8th

400

$13,975-$22,750/yr.

Christ the King School 46 Peachtree Way, Atlanta (Fulton) christking.org

3

404-233-0383

K-8th

554

$9,000-$12,390/yr.

Cliff Valley School 2426 Clairmont Rd., Atlanta (DeKalb) cliffvalley.org

3

678-302-1302

3yrs.-8th

371

$7,410-$18,546/yr.

Community Christian School 2001 Jodeco Rd.,Stockbridge (Henry) communitychristianschool.net

6

678-432-0191

6wks.-12th

770

$7,000-$10,000/yr.

Christian

Cornerstone Christian Academy 5295 Triangle Pkwy. NW, Peachtree Corners (Gwinnett) cornerstonecougars.org

2

770-441-9222

K-8th

350

$11,075-$14,326/yr.

Christian

Cornerstone Schools 4888 Browns Bridge Rd., Cumming (Forsyth) cornerstonesch.com

2

770-205-8202

Infant-12th

275

$8,500-$11,000/yr.

The Cottage School 700 Grimes Bridge Rd., Roswell (Fulton) cottageschool.org

2

770-641-8688

4th-12th

218

$22,000-$27,000/yr.

Learning differences

Covenant Christian Academy 6905 Post Rd., Cumming (Forsyth) covenantrams.org

2

770-674-2990

K4-12th

242

$7,800-$8,400/yr.

Christian

Covenant Christian School 3130 Atlanta Rd., Smyrna (Cobb) ccssmyrna.org

1

770-435-1596

K4-8th

160

$6,254-$9,957/yr.

Christian

Crabapple Montessori School 12387 Crabapple Rd., Alpharetta (Fulton) crabapplemontessori.com

2

770-569-5200

18mos.-12yrs.

180

$7,000-$12,000/yr.

Montessori

Creekside Christian Academy 673 Peachtree Pkwy., Cumming (Forsyth) and 175 Foster Dr., McDonough (Henry) creeksideacademy.org

2

770-961-9300

K3-12th

825

$5,500-$6,790/yr.

Christian

Cumberland Academy of Georgia 650-A Mt. Vernon Hwy. NE, Atlanta (Fulton) cumberlandacademy.org

3

404-835-9000

4th-12th

100

$20,000-25,000/yr.

Asperger, high-functioning Autism

The Cumberland School 2356 Clay Rd., Austell (Cobb) cumberlandchristian.org

1

678-426-1600

PreK3-12th

445

$3,200-$9,850/yr.

non-denominational Christian

Davis Academy 8105 Roberts Dr., Atlanta (Fulton) davisacademy.org

2

678-527-3284

PreK-8th

493

$18,503-$24,909/yr.

Jewish

Dominion Christian School 4607 Burnt Hickory Rd., Marietta (Cobb) dominionchristian.org

1

770-420-2153

6th-12th

145

$8,900-$9,900/yr.

Christian

Dunwoody Christian School 2250 Dunwoody Club Dr., Sandy Springs (DeKalb) dunwoodycs.org

2

770-712-2896

K-3rd

11

$7,000-$11,000/yr.

Christian

Eagle’s Landing Christian Academy 2400 Hwy. 42 North, McDonough (Henry) elcaonline.org

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770-957-2927

PreK3-12th

994

$3,912- $13,404/yr.

Christian

Eastside Christian School 2450 Lower Roswell Rd., Marietta (Cobb) eastsidechristianschool.com

1

770-971-2332

K-8th

300

$6,500-$9,800/yr.

Christian

Eaton Academy 1000 Old Roswell Lakes Pkwy., Roswell (Fulton) eatonacademy.org

2

770-645-2673

K-12th

150

$5,000-$25,000/yr.

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Phone

2019 Directory Ages/Grades

Students

Annual Tuition

Affiliation

The Epstein School 335 Colewood Way NW, Sandy Springs (Fulton) epsteinatlanta.org

3

404-250-5600

18mos.-8th

435

$7,295-$23,900/yr.

Jewish

Fellowship Christian School 10965 Woodstock Rd., Roswell (Fulton) fellowshipchristianschool.org

2

770-993-1650

PreK-12th

866

$10,920–$17,448/yr.

Christian

Foundations for the Future School 1500 Stanley Rd., Kennesaw (Cobb) foundationsschool.com

1

770-429-4799

6wks.-6th

270

$9,000-$11,000/yr.

Fulton Science Academy Private School 3035 Fanfare Way, Alpharetta (Fulton) fultonscienceacademy.org

2

678-366-2555

PreK-12th

600

$12,000-$14,000/yr.

The Galloway School 215 W. Wieuca Rd. NW, Atlanta (Fulton) gallowayschool.org

3

404-252-8389

3yrs.-12th

750

$16,999-$27,950/yr.

George Walton Academy 1 Bulldog Dr., Monroe (Walton) gwa.com

4

770-267-7578

K4-12th

759

$4,640-$12,650/yr.

Judeo-Christian

Grace Christian Academy 355 McDonough Rd., Fayetteville (Fayette) gracechristian.info

5

770-461-0137

K3-12th

200

$5,005-$6,946/yr.

Christian

GRACEPOINT 570 Piedmont Rd., Marietta (Cobb) gracepointschool.org

1

678-709-6634

1st-8th

114

$21,250/yr.

Dyslexia/Christian

Greater Atlanta Christian School 1575 Indian Trail Rd., Norcross (Gwinnett) greateratlantachristian.org

4

770-243-2000

PreK-12th

1600

$17,560-$22,155/yr.

Christian

Harvester Christian Academy 4241 Central Church Rd., Douglasville (Douglas) harvesteracademy.com

1

770-942-1583

K4-12th

320

$5,000-$8,500/yr.

Christian

Hebron Christian Academy 775 Dacula Rd., Dacula (Gwinnett) hebronlions.org

4

770-963-9250

K-12th

915

$8,505-$11,550/yr.

Christian

The Heritage School 2093 Hwy. 29 N, Newnan (Coweta) heritageschool.com

5

770-253-9898

3yrs.-12th

467

$4,750-$17,100/yr.

High Meadows School 1055 Willeo Rd., Roswell (Fulton) highmeadows.org

2

770-993-2940

3yrs.-8th

400

$6,590-$20,080/yr.

Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School 805 Mt. Vernon Hwy. NW, Atlanta (Fulton) hies.org

3

404-303-2150

PreK3-12th

1360

$11,380-$27,870/yr.

Episcopalian

Holy Redeemer Catholic School 3380 Old Alabama Rd., Johns Creek (Fulton) hrcatholicschool.org

2

770-410-4056

K-8th

476

$8,379/yr.

Catholic

Holy Spirit Preparatory School 4465 and 4449 Northside Dr., and 4820 Long Island Dr., Atlanta (Fulton) holyspiritprep.org

3

678-761-7992

Preschool-12th

560

$6,000-$24,780/yr.

Catholic

Horizon Christian Academy 1270 Sawnee Dr., Cumming (Forsyth) hcaga.org

2

678-947-0711

K-12th

230

$9,800-$11,000/yr.

Christian

The Howard School 1192 Foster St., Atlanta (Fulton) howardschool.org

3

404-377-7436

K-12th

287

$32,380-$33,980/yr.

Learning disabilities

Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic School 2855 Briarcliff Rd. NE, Atlanta (DeKalb) ihmschool.org

3

404-636-4488

K-8th

502

$7,800-$10,300/yr.

Catholic

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Phone

2019 Directory Ages/Grades

Students

Annual Tuition

Affiliation

International Montessori Academy 1240 Euclid Ave. NE, Atlanta (DeKalb) imontessoriacademy.com

3

404-474-6375

8wks.-6th

103

$12,640-$19,656/yr.

Montessori

Intown Community School 2059 Lavista Rd., Atlanta (DeKalb) intownschool.org

3

404-633-8081

K-8th

232

$7,400-$10,900/yr.

Christian

Jacob’s Ladder Neurodevelopmental School and Therapy Center 407 Hardscrabble Rd., Roswell (Fulton) jacobsladdercenter.com

2

770-998-1017

PreK-12th

150

$20,000-$50,000/yr.

Special needs

Killian Hill Christian School 151 Arcado Rd.,Lilburn (Gwinnett) khcs.org

4

770-921-3224

K4-12th

400

$5,100-$12,490/yr.

Baptist

King’s Ridge Christian School 2765 Bethany Bend, Alpharetta (Fulton) kingsridgecs.org

2

770-754-5738

PreK-12th

803

$6,500-$19,995/yr.

Christian

Lakeview Academy 796 Lakeview Dr., Gainesville (Hall) lakeviewacademy.com

2

770-532-4383

PreK3-12th

575

$8,992-$17,215/yr.

Landmark Christian School 400 Windgate Rd., Peachtree City (Fayette) and 50 SE Broad St., Fairburn (Fulton) landmarkchristianschool.org

5

770-306-0647

K4-12th

887

$5,600-$16,590/yr.

Christian

Loganville Christian Academy 2575 Hwy. 81, Loganville (Walton) lcalions.com

4

770-554-9888

PreK-12th

550

$3,950-$9,800/yr.

Christian

Lovett School 4075 Paces Ferry Rd. NW, Atlanta (Fulton) lovett.org

3

404-262-3032

K-12th

1654

$24,400-$28,900/yr.

Marist School 3790 Ashford Dunwoody Rd. NE, Atlanta (DeKalb) marist.com

3

770-457-7201

7th-12th

1100

$19,450/yr.

McGinnis Woods Country Day School 5380 Faircroft Dr., Alpharetta (Forsyth) mcginniswoods.org

2

770-664-7764

6wks.-8th

400

$9,725-$13,725/yr.

Midtown International School 1575 Sheridan Rd., Atlanta (DeKalb) midtowninternationalschool.com

3

404-542-7003

K-12th

250

$22,800-$23,900/yr.

Midway Covenant Christian School 4635 Dallas Hwy., Powder Springs (Cobb) midwayschool.org

1

770-590-1866

K3-8th

300

$1,600-$6,900/yr.

Christian

Mill Springs Academy 13660 New Providence Rd., Alpharetta (Fulton) millsprings.org

2

770-360-1336

1st-12th

285

$19,500-$25,000/yr.

Learning disabilities

Montessori Academy at Sharon Springs 2830 Old Atlanta Rd., Cumming (Forsyth) montessoriacademygeorgia.com

2

770-205-6277

6wks.-18yrs.

220

$8,000-$12,000/yr.

Montessori

Montessori Academy at Vickery 6285 Post Rd., Cumming (Forsyth) montessorivickery.com

2

770-777-9131

18mos. - 9yrs.

170

$8,000-$12,000/yr.

Montessori

Montessori School at Emory 3021 N. Decatur Rd., Decatur (DeKalb) montessorischoolofdecatur.com

3

404-634-5777

15mos.-8th

200

$9,900-$19,500/mo.

Montessori

Mount Paran Christian School 1275 Stanley Rd. NW, Kennesaw (Cobb) mtparanschool.com

1

770-578-0182

K3-12th

1087

$3,743-$18,618/yr.

Christian

Mount Pisgah Christian School 9820 Nesbit Ferry Rd., Johns Creek (Fulton) mountpisgahschool.org

2

678-336-3400

6wks.-12th

850

$2,600-$20,395/yr.

Christian

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Affiliation

Mount Vernon Presbyterian School 471 and 510 Mt. Vernon Hwy. NE, Atlanta (Fulton) mountvernonschool.org

3

404-252-3448

6wks.-12th

955

$8,730-$24,250/yr.

Presbyterian

Mt. Bethel Christian Academy 4385 Lower Roswell Rd., and 2509 Post Oak Tritt Rd., Marietta (Cobb) mtbethelchristian.org

1

770-971-0245

PreK-12th

625

$10,000-$15,000/yr.

Methodist

North Cobb Christian School 4500 Eagle Dr., Kennesaw (Cobb) ncchristian.org

1

770-975-0252

K3-12th

915

$4,885-$15,340/yr.

Christian

Notre Dame Academy 4635 River Green Pkwy., Duluth (Gwinnett) ndacademy.org

2

678-387-9385

PreK2-12th

545

$4,180-$15,919/yr.

Catholic

Old Suwanee Christian School 4118 Old Suwanee Rd., Buford (Gwinnett) oldsuwanee.org

4

770-945-5451

K3-12th

184

$6,000-$6,200/yr.

Baptist

Omni International School 3940 Cascade Rd., Atlanta (Fulton) omnischoolatl.com

5

404-865-1463

PreK2-6th

65

$10,500-$12,250/yr.

Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School 861 Hwy. 279, Fayetteville (Fayette) mercycatholic.org

5

770-461-2202

9th-12th

250

$12,400/yr.

Catholic

Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic School 1320 Hearst Dr., Atlanta (DeKalb) olaschool.org

3

404-364-1902

PreK4-8th

530

$8,950-$10,450/yr.

Catholic

Pace Academy 966 W. Paces Ferry Rd. NW, Atlanta (Fulton) paceacademy.org

3

404-262-1345

Pre1-12th

1105

$24,575-$28,300/yr.

The Paideia School 1509 Ponce de Leon Ave., Atlanta (DeKalb) paideiaschool.org

3

404-377-3491

3yrs.-12th

1006

$13,143-$25,116/yr.

Peachtree Academy 1801 Ellington Rd., 1760 Ebenezer Rd., Conyers (Rockdale); 10125 Hwy. 14, and 14101 Hwy. 278, Covington (Newton) peachtreeacademy.com

6

770-860-8900

6wks.-12th

700

$5,500-$7,500/yr.

Perimeter School 9500 Medlock Bridge Rd., Johns Creek (Fulton) perimeterschool.org

2

678-405-2300

K-8th

525

$7,100-$12,100/yr.

Christian

Pinecrest Academy 955 Peachtree Pkwy., Cumming (Forsyth) pinecrestacademy.org

2

770-888-4477

PreK3-12th

700

$8,745-$17,590/yr.

Catholic

Porter Academy 200 Cox Rd., Roswell (Fulton) porteracademy.org

2

770-594-1313

4yrs.-14yrs.

70

$19,923/yr.

Speech and language, occupational therapy

Providence Christian Academy 4575 Lawrenceville Hwy., Lilburn (Gwinnett) and 7340 McGinnis Ferry Rd., Suwanee (Forsyth) providencechristianacademy.org

4

770-279-7200

K-12th

700

$8,700-$17,310/yr.

Christian

Queen of Angels Catholic School 11340 Woodstock Rd., Roswell (Fulton) qaschool.org

2

770-518-1804

K-8th

490

$8,425/yr.

Catholic

Rivers Academy 38 North Main St., Alpharetta (Fulton) and 1934 Cliff Valley Way, Atlanta (DeKalb) riversacademy.com

2

Alph: 770-475-0081, Atl: 404-458-5160

4th-12th

400

$9,500-$10,500/yr.

The SAE School 6688 Mableton Pkwy., Mableton (Cobb) SAEschool.org

1

678-239-3200

Preschool-8th

300

$10,700/yr.

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Phone

2019 Directory Ages/Grades

Students

Annual Tuition

Affiliation

Sage School 800 Satellite Blvd. NE, Suwanee (Gwinnett) sageschool.net

4

678-318-3588

K-6th

50

$22,600/yr.

Saint Francis Schools 13440 Cogburn Rd., and 9375 Willeo Rd., Alpharetta and Roswell (Fulton) saintfrancisschools.com

2

770-641-8257

K-12th

730

$11,000-$20,500/yr.

Saint Jude the Apostle Catholic School 7171 Glenridge Dr. NE, Atlanta (Fulton) saintjude.net

3

770-394-2880

K-8th

491

$8,767-10,590/yr.

Catholic

The Schenck School 282 Mt. Paran Rd. NW, Atlanta (Fulton) schenck.org

3

404-252-2591

K-6th

250

$33,850/yr.

Dyslexia

Shallowford Presbyterian School 2375 Shallowford Rd., Atlanta (DeKalb) shallowfordschool.com

3

404 321-3061

15mos.-5th

234

$1,000-$6,000/yr.

Presbyterian

Springmont 5750 Long Island Dr. NW, Atlanta (Fulton) springmont.com

3

404-252-3910

18mos.-8th

240

$10,350-$22,800/yr.

Montessori

St. Benedict’s Episcopal School 2160 Cooper Lake Rd., Smyrna (Cobb) stbs.org

1

678-279-4300

Preschool-8th

485

$7,930-$12,330/yr.

Episcopalian

St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School 1618 Ben King Rd., Kennesaw (Cobb) scsiena.org

1

770-419-8601

K-8th

360

$7,250-$7,850/yr.

Catholic

St. John the Evangelist Catholic School 240 Arnold St., Hapeville (Fulton) sjecs.org

3

404-767-4312

PreK-8th

302

$7,876-$9,350/yr.

Catholic

St. Joseph Catholic School 81 Lacy St., Marietta (Cobb) stjosephschool.org

1

770-428-3328

K-8th

450

$6,950-$9,036/yr.

Catholic

St. Martin’s Episcopal School 3110-A Ashford-Dunwoody Rd., Atlanta (DeKalb) stmartinschool.org

3

404-228-0709

2yrs.-8th

600

$11,000-$20,000/yr.

Episcopalian

St. Paul Lutheran School 700 Ardenlee Pkwy., Peachtree City (Fayette) stpaulptc.org

5

770-486-3545

12mos.-8th

240

$1,700-$7,050/yr.

Lutheran

St. Peter Claver Regional Catholic School 2560 Tilson Rd., Decatur (DeKalb) spc-school.org

3

404-241-3063

PreK-8th

131

$7,190-$9,367/yr.

Catholic

St. Pius X Catholic High School 2674 Johnson Rd., Atlanta (DeKalb) spx.org

3

404-636-3023

9th-12th

1100

$13,325-$14,875/yr.

Catholic

St. Thomas More Catholic School 630 W. Ponce de Leon Ave., Decatur (DeKalb) stmga.org

3

404-373-8456

K-8th

480

$7,983-$10,985/yr.

Catholic

Still Waters Learning Center 1560 Oakbrook Dr., Norcross (Gwinnett) stillwaterslearningcenter.org

4

770-449-4125

6mos.-8th

66

$6,820-$8,840/yr.

Christian

Strong Rock Christian School 4200 Strong Rock Pkwy., Locust Grove (Henry) strongrockchristianschool.com

6

678-833-1200

PreK3-12th

829

$6,050-$13,130/yr.

Christian

Sugar Hill Christian Academy 4600 Nelson Brogdon Blvd., Sugar Hill (Gwinnett) sugarhillchristian.org

4

678-745-4121

Preschool-12th

455

$2,247-$9,475/yr.

Christian

Swift School 300 Grimes Bridge Rd., Roswell (Fulton) theswiftschool.org

2

678-205-4988

1st-8th

235

$27,950-$28,950/yr.

Dyslexia and language based learning differences

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Students

Annual Tuition

Affiliation

404-409-0827

Infant-5th

250

$8,000-$14,000/yr.

3

404-982-0800

K-8th

337

$13,000-$15,000/yr.

Trinity School 4301 Northside Pkwy. NW, Atlanta (Fulton) trinityatl.org

3

404-231-8100

3yrs.-6th

606

$17,750-$25,300/yr.

Village Montessori 1610 Woodstock Rd., Roswell (Fulton) vmschool.com

2

770-552-0834

18mos.-8th

150

$5,100-$14,500/yr.

The Waldorf School of Atlanta 827 Kirk Rd., Decatur (DeKalb) waldorfatlanta.org

3

404-377-1315

2yrs.-8th

245

$8,000-$17,900/yr.

The Walker School 700 Cobb Pkwy., Marietta (Cobb) thewalkerschool.org

1

770-427-2689

3yrs.-12th

865

$12,920-$23,680/yr.

The Weber School 6751 Roswell Rd., Atlanta (Fulton) weberschool.org

3

404-917-2500

9th-12th

256

$28,800/yr.

Transdenominational/ Jewish

Wesleyan School 5405 Spalding Dr., Peachtree Corners (Gwinnett) wesleyanschool.org

2

770-448-7640

K-12th

1180

$16,990-$24,025/yr.

Christian

Westminster 1424 W. Paces Ferry Rd. NW, Atlanta (Fulton) westminster.net

3

404-355-8673

Pre1st-12th

1870

$25,405-$29,275/yr.

Christian

Whitefield Academy 1 Whitefield Dr., Mableton (Cobb) whitefieldacademy.com

1

678-305-3000

PreK4-12th

853

$10,650-$23,300/yr.

Christian

The Wood Acres School 1772 Johnson Ferry Rd., Marietta (Cobb) woodacresschool.org

1

770-971-1880

2yrs.-8th

350

$4,500-$12,400/yr.

Woodward Academy 1662 Rugby Ave., College Park and 6565 Boles Rd., Johns Creek (Fulton) woodward.edu

3

404-765-4001

PreK-12th

2635

$17,600-$27,750/yr.

Tabula Rasa Language Academy 5855 Riverside Dr., Atlanta (Fulton) and 1430 Riverside Pkwy., Lawrenceville (Gwinnett) trlanguages.com

3

Torah Day School of Atlanta 1985 Lavista Rd., Atlanta (DeKalb) torahday.org

4

Jewish

Montessori

While every effort has been made to provide accurate, up-to-date data, please confirm information when contacting schools.

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School day blues can be a tough issue to face with your child. You want them to look forward to the place where they spend the most time. Here are some tips for helping them learn to better appreciate school: n Set an upbeat tone for the day before they leave the house. If getting out the door to school is a chore because your child is tired, try moving bedtime back a half hour. As adults we know how hard it can be to drag ourselves out of bed early. The same is true for kids.

n Accentuate the positive. Ask your child specific questions about what they liked about their day. It’s okay if they say “lunch” or “recess.” Use your investigative skills to learn what makes that appealing to them. Then pinpoint other occasions during the school day where they can enjoy those aspects. If it’s time with friends, help them recognize interactions they have within the classroom.

n School can be a downer for kids when they get overwhelmed by summative assessments like tests and overall class grades. As educational psychologist Carol Dweck points out in her book “Mindset,” kids learn better when they focus on the process and growth instead of outcomes.

n With growth in mind, help your child to set school-oriented goals. Ask “what do you hope you can do at the end of the school year that you can’t do now?”

If one part of their day is more discouraging than another, consider focusing the growth goal in that area. Then revisit those goals periodically.

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Atlanta Public Schools

Atlanta Public Schools

404-802-3500 www.atlantapublicschools.us Atlanta Public Schools is the sixth largest school system in Georgia with 52,377 students. There are 4,022 teachers, of which 60 percent have advanced degrees. n Number of Schools: 92 learning sites and programs; 45 elementary; 11 middle; 12 high schools; 5 alternative schools; 17 charter schools. n Pupil to teacher ratios: Kindergarten, 25 to 1; Grades 1-3, 26 to 1; Grades 4-5, 33 to 1; Middle, 33 to 1; High, 33 to 1** n Per pupil expenditure: $15,658

Bartow County School System 770-606-5800 www.bartow.k12.ga.us There are approximately 13,400 students attending Bartow County’s 20 schools (K-12), with 70 percent of 1,031 PSC certified teachers holding advanced degrees. n Number of Schools: 12 elementary; 4 middle; 3 high schools; 1 college and career academy n Pupil to teacher ratio: 18 to 1 n Per pupil expenditure: $8,650

Buford City Schools

770-945-5035 www.bufordcityschools.org There are 4,966 students enrolled in Buford City Schools. 80 percent of the 318 teachers have advanced degrees. n Number of Schools: 2 elementary; 1 middle; 1 high school. n Pupil to teacher ratio: 15.6 to 1 n Per pupil expenditure: $9,975

Cherokee County School District 770-479-1871 www.cherokeek12.net CCSD has 42,200 students attending 42 schools and centers.

There are 2,600 teachers in CCSD, of which 70 percent have advanced degrees. n Number of Schools: 23 elementary; 7 middle; 6 high schools; 3 alternative centers; 3 preschool centers. n Pupil to teacher ratio: 16 to 1 n Per pupil expenditure: $8,694

Clayton County Public Schools

770-473-2700 www.clayton.k12.ga.us Clayton County has the fifth largest school system in Georgia with more than 55,000 students. Of the district’s 3,092 teachers, 63 percent have advanced degrees. n Number of Schools: 38 primary/ elementary; 15 middle; 12 high schools; 1 psychological education center; 1 multi-purpose education center; included are: 9 Special Programs/ Magnet Opportunities. n Pupil to teacher ratio: 16.6 to 1 n Per pupil expenditure: $8,772

Cobb County School District

770-426-3300 www.cobbk12.org Cobb County has about 113,000 students attending 112 schools. There are 9,471 certified employees, of which 23 percent have advanced degrees. n Number of Schools: 67 elementary; 25 middle; 17 high schools; 1 special education center; 1 adult education center; 1 performance learning center, 6 Magnet programs; 1 independent charter school. n Pupil to teacher ratio: Varies by school.

Meets or is lower than state mandated numbers. n Per pupil expenditure: $8,594 Cont’d on page 42

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Public School Profiles Coweta County School System

770-254-2800 www.cowetaschools.net Coweta County has 22,739 students and about 2,960 employees, 55 percent of whom are certified teaching employees. 60 percent of Coweta’s teachers hold advanced degrees. n Number of Schools: 19 elementary, 6 middle, 3 high schools; 1 College and Career Academy charter school (serving grades 8-12 with traditional and non-traditional learning models); and the school system’s Donald W. Nixon Centre for the Performing and Visual Arts. n Pupil to teacher ratios: Kindergarten: 20 to 1 with paraprofessional; Grades 1-3: 20 to 1; Grades 4-5: 24 to 1; Grades 6-8: 29 to 1 n Per pupil expenditure: $8,794 (FY2017)

City Schools of Decatur

404-371-3601 www.csdecatur.net City Schools of Decatur have 5,528 (Pre-K to grade 12) students attending nine schools. Of the district’s 436 certified teachers, more than 84 percent hold advanced degrees. n Number of Schools: 9 total; 1 early childhood learning center; 5 Kindergarten-third; 1 fourth-fifth; 1 middle; 1 high school. n Pupil to teacher ratio: Meets or is lower than state mandated standards. n Per pupil expenditure: $13,066

DeKalb County School System 678-676-1200 www.dekalbschoolsga.org DeKalb County School District is the third largest school system in Georgia with 99,212 students. More than 6,000 teachers and about 65 percent hold advanced degrees. n Number of Schools: 139 schools.

School choice options are available in nearly 50 schools to include theme, magnet, IB, charter and Montessori options. n Pupil to teacher ratios*: General: 27 to 1; Gifted: 16 to 1; CTAE: 24 to 1. n Per pupil expenditure*: $9,242 *last year figures

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Douglas County School System

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Fayette County Public Schools

Gainesville City Schools

770-651-2000 www.douglas.k12.ga.us There are approximately 26,000 students attending Douglas County’s 35 schools.

70 percent of the 1,940 certified staff have advanced degrees. n Number of Schools: 20 elementary, 8 middle, 5 high schools; 1 Success Center; 1 Academy at CCI. n Pupil to teacher ratio: Meets or is below state mandates. n Per pupil expenditure: $8,894

770-460-3535 www.fcboe.org Fayette County School System has 20,273 students. 1,030 of the 1,468 teachers have advanced degrees. n Number of Schools: 14 elementary; 5 middle; 5 high schools; 1 alternative school; 1 open campus high school. n Pupil to teacher ratio: 14 to 1 n Per pupil expenditure: $9,458.36 (based on 2017 enrollment of 20,104)

Forsyth County Schools

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770-887-2461 www.forsyth.k12.ga.us Over 49,300 students attend Forsyth County’s 39 schools. There are over 3,534 certified employees in the system. n Number of Schools: 21 elementary; 10 middle; 6 high schools and one 9-12 college and career academy and one 6-12 virtual school (open to out-of-county students). n Pupil to teacher ratio: 20 to 1 n Per pupil expenditure: $8,220

470-254-3600 www.fultonschools.org Fulton County has more than 95,000 students and 7,000 certified staff members at 106 schools.

Approximately 60 percent of the teachers hold advanced degrees. n Number of Schools: 59 elementary (many with Pre-K programs); 19 middle; 18 high schools (2 with open campuses); 10 charter schools. n Pupil to teacher ratios: Kindergarten, 22 to 1 with paraprofessional; Grades 1-3, 23 to 1; Grades 4-5, 30 to 1; Middle, 30 to 1; High, 32 to 1 n Per pupil expenditure: $11,048 (estimated) 770-536-5275 www.gcssk12.net 8,069 students attend Gainesville City’s 8 schools.

604 teachers are employed by the system, and 60 percent of them have advanced degrees. n Number of Schools: 6 elementary; 1 middle school; 1 high school n Pupil to teacher ratios: Pre-K: 26 to 1; Grades K-5: 12 to 1; Grades 6-8: 14 to 1; Grades 9-12: 14 to 1 n Per pupil expenditure: $8,882

Gwinnett County Public Schools

678-301-6000 www.gwinnett.k12.ga.us With more than 180,000 students attending 140 educational facilities, Gwinnett County is the largest school system in Georgia. The average GCPS teacher holds a Master’s degree and has 13 years of experience. n Number of Schools: 80 elementary; 29 middle; 22 high schools; 9 other educational facilities. n Pupil to teacher ratio: Varies by classroom, per Strategic Waivers School System contract. n Per pupil expenditure: $9,463

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770-534-1080 www.hallco.org There are 27,811 students and 1,980 certified staff at Hall County’s 34 schools.

69 percent of the teachers have obtained advanced degrees. n Number of Schools: 20 elementary; 8 middle; 8 high schools. n Pupil to teacher ratio: 18 to 1 n Per pupil expenditure: $8,400

Henry County Schools

770-957-6601 www.henry.k12.ga.us There are 42,000 students and 2,960 certified teachers in Henry County Schools.

75 percent of the certified employees have advanced degrees. n Number of Schools: 27 elementary; 1 conversion charter elementary school; 11 middle; 10 high schools; 1 alternative school; 1 charter college and career academy; 1 6-12 online school (Impact Academy). n Pupil to teacher ratios: Kindergarten, 24 to 1; Grades 1-3, 25 to 1; Grades 4-8, 32 to 1; Grades 9-12, 34 to 1 n Per pupil expenditure: $9,016

Marietta City Schools

770-422-3500 www.marietta-city.org Some 8,900 students attend Marietta City’s 12 schools, 1,200 employees with 70 percent of certified staff holding a Master’s degree or higher. n Number of Schools: 1 preschool; 8 elementary (one is grades 3-5 Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Magnet school); 1 6th grade academy; 1 middle; 1 high school. n Pupil to teacher ratio: 14 to 1 n Per pupil expenditure: $11,184

Paulding County School District

770-443-8000 www.paulding.k12.ga.us The Paulding County School District has 34 schools, 29,739 students and 1,877 teachers. 68 percent of the teachers hold advanced degrees. n Number of Schools: 19 elementary; 9 middle; 5 high schools; 1 alternative learning center. n Pupil to teacher ratio: 22 to 1 n Per pupil expenditure: $8,770

Rockdale County Public Schools 770-483-4713 www.rockdaleschools.org There are 16,802 students attending Rockdale County Public Schools.

Approximately 69.5 percent of the 1,424 certified personnel hold advanced degrees. n Number of Schools: 11 elementary; 4 middle; 3 high schools; 1 college and career academy; 1 alpha school; 1 open campus; 1 magnet school; 11 school choice programs. n Pupil to teacher ratio: 13.93 to 1 n Per pupil expenditure: $9,747

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You don’t have to become your child’s study buddy, but you can help him develop effective test-taking skills. To learn spelling, for instance, show him how to use a recording device to pronounce the words, then spell them, then check his work. For math, make sure he has the concepts down, then solves actual problems. For other subjects, try mnemonics, flashcards, drawing, recitation, whatever clicks with your child.

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How your kid takes the test counts, too. n Do a “brain dump.” When your child starts a test, encourage him to immediately write in the test margins or on scratch paper (if allowed) any key formulas, dates or lists he’s worried about forgetting. Unleashing these details on paper quickly frees up his brain space to focus on the test. The info also helps later if your child blanks out on key facts. n Scan and skip. Coach your child to look over the whole test, then start with questions she’s sure of – no matter where they fall on the test. Answering familiar questions first will boost her confidence and help her save time for tougher questions later on. n Manage multiple choice. In general, if your child has four multiple-choice answers from which to choose, he should be able to eliminate two options right away. Then he can choose his final answer from the two remaining options, a much easier choice. n Review and regroup. After a big test, particularly if your child didn’t do as well as expected, review it together. Did he misread the directions? Forget to study an entire section? Get tired toward the end? Feel free to ask your child’s teacher for clues, too. n Create a “you did it!” tradition. The evening after a test, take your kid for a bike ride or let her stay up an extra 30 minutes at bedtime, whatever she considers a special treat. It’s congratulating your child for making it through a tough task.

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Get the Most from an Open House Open houses are the time for parents to learn critical information about a child’s potential school. Attend your next open house equipped with what to expect and a list of questions.

Expect to hear a brief history of the school, an overview of educational philosophy, a mission statement and perhaps a list of extracurricular activities.

This overview period is a good time for parents to ask about the bus schedule, school lunches, dress code and other general information.

Most schools offer a guided tour of the campus. If your child is already enrolled, you may meet with your child’s future teacher.

Look past the terms that schools use to describe themselves. Ask for evidence to support the school’s claims – SAT scores, attendance records, grade-point averages.

Good questions to ask: n How much ongoing training do teachers receive? n How can parents be involved in the classroom? n If students are put on ability tracks, how is that decided? n What is the main emphasis of the curriculum? n Does the school offer free tutoring?

Go Beyond the Open House n Call the prospective school and schedule a time to observe a class in session. This will give you a good idea of the teaching style and classroom setting. n Talk to other parents about the school. n Look at the big picture. Although your child may be entering Pre-K, you may be hoping to stay with the system through high school, so research graduation and college placement rates and scholarship recipients.

This information is usually found on the school’s website.

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Boarding Schools: Building Character, Academics, Independence Many families choose boarding schools because of smaller class sizes or a curriculum and teaching style that encourages good character and academic excellence. Some of the advantages of boarding schools include: n A School For Every Child: The most conventional school form is college prep, which can be co-ed or single sex.

Military schools mimic the structure and discipline of the armed forces. Arts-based schools prepare students for careers as professional dancers or musicians. Religious schools emphasize faith. Other schools are designed for kids with special needs. n Smaller is Better: Typically, boarding schools have a much smaller class ratio than public schools. The student/teacher ratio is often no more than 10-to-1.

n Ethnic Diversity: Many schools strive for a student body that is racially, economically and socially diverse, offering financial aid to maintain that balance. Students are exposed to kids and cultures they might not encounter in their communities and learn to appreciate and embrace differences.

n Academic Challenge: Boarding schools tend to have an intense academic curriculum. Educators have advanced degrees, and kids are challenged to excel.

n A Community of Lifelong Friends: Because the students, faculty and administrators are interacting at all hours of the day, students learn from intense bonding experiences.

Sharing in the common goals and traditions of the school fosters strong friendships.

n Independence with Rules: Boarding students get to experience life away from home in a structured atmosphere before facing the temptations that come with the fewer rules of college life.

n A Safe Environment: Many schools have tight security and because of the close-knit nature of the campus, visitors or strangers are likely to be spotted.

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Spotlight on Special Needs

The Atlanta Public Schools

FOCUS + Fragile Kids

he Atlanta Public Schools Department of Special Education offers comprehensive special education services for children from birth through age 21 years through Child Find. Child Find is a component of Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) that requires all states to identify, locate, evaluate and refer all children with disabilities. Children from birth to age three with disabilities will be referred to the appropriate agencies for services.

All referrals are considered confidential, and services are provided at no cost to the family.

Atlanta Public Schools Child Find services can open a window of hope for a brighter future for infants and toddlers who are at risk of developmental delay. A free, appropriate, public education with a full continuum of services is available to all eligible children. If you know a child who may have a problem with learning, speech, vision, hearing, or who has physical, cognitive or health impairments, please encourage his or her parents and/or guardians to contact the Department of Special Education at 404-802-1690 or 404-802-2665 for more information.

OCUS was founded in 1983 when two children who were medically fragile shared a hospital room. Started as a ‘living room support system,’ FOCUS grew through the years to reach over 4,000 families with 11 weeks of summer day camp; monthly respite care; support groups, hospital visits, and family camps and activities. Fragile Kids Foundation was founded by a group of professionals to help parents get the medically-prescribed equipment that insurance and Medicaid did not cover. After officially merging in 2017, FOCUS + Fragile Kids now offers parent support and information, fun programs for children and families, and equipment that makes life a little easier.

FOCUS + Fragile Kids offer a conference each January to help parents learn, navigate, and network. Family activities are also very popular – a great way to meet families in similar circumstances and to have fun!.

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Learning on the Go Field Trips Can Spark Curiosity, Make Subjects Come Alive A field trip is a great way to rev up a child’s interest. Here’s how to make the most of this opportunity for learning, before, during and after the experience.

Plan Ahead n Pick a destination that expands

on lessons being taught in school.

n Talk with your guide in advance to

tailor the visit to your group’s interests.

For instance, young children visiting the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site might be more interested in Dr. King’s life as a young boy than in his time in a Birmingham, Ala. jail. n Make sure you have enough chaperones for your group – a good ratio is one adult per five children – and make sure the chaperones know the itinerary, have a list of each child’s name and a list of the items each child should see, and they know where and when to meet if the group splits up. n With a large group, outfitting the

kids in fluorescent T-shirts and name tags will help chaperones keep track. n One week ahead: Call the

location and confirm the trip. Make sure of the directions, and ask if there are directions that will avoid traffic snarls. Be sure you know where to park, particularly if you’ll be arriving by bus.

Decide how you’ll do lunch – you’ll need to make reservations in advance with the venue or a restaurant for a large group, or you might ask each child to pack a sack lunch.

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The Big Day n Be prepared for the weather

and pack appropriately, whether it’s an umbrella, sunscreen and towels, or gloves and a warm coat. Be sure each child has comfortable walking shoes. n Bring extra cash and stash it separately from purse or wallet, in case either is lost or stolen. n Make sure each child eats breakfast, but bring portable healthy snacks for later in the day, such as boxes of raisins. n Add a little fun – and educational value – to the trip by asking each child to complete an activity during the visit. At the zoo, for instance, they could keep track of how many newborn animals they see. n Make sure each child knows his contact information (phone numbers, where parents work), or chaperones have a contact list. n Emphasize that children need to stay together as a group, and tell them what to do if they get separated. n Sing songs on the way to

the location to set the mood. “Old McDonald Had a Farm” is a natural for a visit to a farm.

Four Tips for Field Trip Success n Schedule the trip as far in advance

as you can and if you plan to take a group, ask the venue about discounts. n For popular destinations, visit early in the week to avoid crowds. n Gather information from the destination’s website, read books and watch videos. Make sure the kids have a good basic knowledge of the place they’ll be visiting and why they’re going. n Set some ground rules for behavior and make sure everyone knows the consequences of misbehaving.

The Days After n Discuss what you’ve seen and how it relates to your community or how an event in history shaped the children’s lives today. n If your group had its own guide or got other special treatment, be sure to thank the venue that provided it. Writing a thank-you note to your guide or the organization teaches children etiquette. n Kids often get more interested in a subject after a field trip. Be sure to follow up with more information and activities related to the trip.

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Field Trip!

A learning trip reinforces what your kids are studying in school. Here’s a list of Atlanta Parent advertisers to help you plan your outing.

n Anniston Museums and Gardens (Alabama): Visit a natural history museum, a museum of rare artifacts and a botanical garden, which offers several ways to incorporate this location into curriculum or at-home learning. exploreamag.org n Atlanta History Center: Learn about the history of the city of Atlanta and the events and people that shaped the metro area and the South. atlantahistorycenter.com n Bodies The Exhibition: See the human anatomy in a new way in this exhibit of more than 200 dissected and preserved bodies. premierexhibitions.com n Children’s Museum of Atlanta: Spend the day in play with engaging STEAM exhibits geared toward kids through age 8 – learn about food production, travel the world and more. childrensmuseumatlanta.org n College Football Hall of Fame: Hands-on exhibits bring the excitement, history and stars of college football to life – kids love the indoor playing field. cfbhall.com n Fernbank Museum of Natural History: Permanent and special exhibits provide hands-on learning; don’t miss the giant dinosaurs and IMAX theater. Outdoor adventures abound at Wildwoods and Fernbank Forest. fernbankmuseum.org n Fernbank Science Center: Give your kids the stars with a visit to the science center, where planetarium shows explore the wonders of the universe. fernbank.edu n High Museum of Art: Explore the large collection of art from a variety of time periods. The expanded Greene Family Learning Gallery has lots of ways to create and play. high.org n LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Atlanta: Hands-on learning focused on curriculum areas. Learn in the Lego® classroom. Collaboration, critical thinking and problem solving are encouraged. atlanta.legolanddiscoverycenter.com n Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA): Kids will enjoy learning about how design influences many aspects of life, from architecture to computer programs to places to play. museumofdesign.org n Tellus Science Museum: Explore an 800-square-foot solar house and learn about the technology, see Science in Motion with displays of cars, planes and space capsules, visit the dinosaurs in the Fossil Gallery, gaze at the stars in the Tellus Observatory and more. tellusmuseum.org n The Rock Ranch: This 1,500-acre agritourism destination founded by the late S. Truett Cathy of Chick-fil-A, gives kids a taste of life on the farm and a working cattle ranch with hands-on activities. therockranch.com n The Southern Museum: Learn about the Civil War and the Great Locomotive Chase (and see The General locomotive), and explore the history of railroads and Georgia’s early industrialization. southernmuseum.org n Zoo Atlanta: A visit to the zoo is more than just seeing exotic animals – it’s a chance to learn about their natural habitat and habits, their diet and care, and much, much more. zooatlanta.org

In-School Field Trip n Kuumba Storytellers of Georgia: Hear African-American culture and history brought to life with this talented, traveling storytelling group. kuumbastorytellers.org

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Atlanta Parent Magazine’s

Education Guide

Trinity School......................................................11 The Waldorf School of Atlanta............................47 The Walker School.............................................11 Westminster...................................................... 24 Whitefield Academy.......................................... 40 Woodward Academy........................................ 18

Boarding Schools The Knox School............................................... 48 Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School ...................... 49 SOAR Academy................................................ 48

Learning Differences/ Special Needs Atlanta Public Schools ..................................... 51 Brookwood Christian School.............................51 Center Academy............................................... 50 Children’s Special Services.............................. 50 Cumberland Academy of Georgia................... 51 FOCUS + Fragile Kids .................................... 51 GRACEPOINT School...................................... 39 Porter Academy ................................................51 Sage School...................................................... 39

Advertiser Index

Swift School ..................................................... 24

Enrichment

Early Education

Atlanta Montessori International School............. 9

Atlanta Ballet Centre for Dance and Education................................................... 59

Ahava Early Learning Center............................ 13

Covenant Christian School............................... 46

Dynamis Learning Academy............................. 45

Arbor Montessori School.................................. 16

Dominion Christian Schools............................... 2

Dynamo Swim School....................................... 59

Barrington Academy......................................... 13

Dunwoody Christian School............................. 45

Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta..............................7 Gwinnett County Parks & Recreation................ 62

Carlisle Montessori of Buckhead...................... 14

Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School.................... 28

Gems Learning Academy................................. 13

Holy Spirit Preparatory School............................ 3

The Jewish Early Childhood Council of Atlanta.............................................. 63

Killian Hill Christian School............................... 30

Field Trips

KinderCare Learning Centers........................... 16

McGinnis Woods School.................................. 43

Anniston Museums and Gardens..................... 58

Midtown International School........................... 20

Bodies the Exhibition........................................ 55

Midway Covenant Christian School.................. 45

Children’s Museum of Atlanta........................... 58

Seeds of Wonder Journey School.................... 14

Montessori Academy at Sharon Springs............................................... 9

College Football Hall of Fame.......................... 54

Spanish Academy............................................. 62

Montessori at Vickery.......................................... 9

Still Waters Learning Center...............................17

Montessori School at Emory..............................47

High Museum of Art.......................................... 55

The Suzuki School..............................................17

Mount Paran Christian School ......................... 26

MJCCA Preschools........................................... 15 Restoration Kids Learn-N-Play......................... 15

Mount Pisgah Christian School........................ 44

Charter Schools

Mount Vernon Presbyterian School ................. 19

Fernbank Science Center................................. 58 Kuumba Storytellers.......................................... 59 LEGOLAND Discovery Center............Back Cover MODA - Museum of Design Atlanta..................57 Sam’s Path Petting Zoo.................................... 56

Resurgence Hall............................................... 40

Mt. Bethel Christian Academy.......................... 19

International Charter School of Atlanta............. 43

Omni International School.................................. 4 Pace Academy.................................................. 20

The Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History.................................... 54

Private Schools

Shallowford Presbyterian School...................... 44

The Rock Ranch.................................................57

Academe of the Oaks....................................... 18

Springmont....................................................... 28

Zoo Atlanta........................................................ 53

Annunciation Day School.................................... 6

St. Joseph Catholic School............................... 46

Atlanta International School.............................. 26

St. Thomas More Catholic School.................... 30

Additional Resources

Arbor Montessori School.................................. 22

Sugar Hill Christian Academy............................. 6

Georgia Lottery Corporation..............................61

Atlanta Academy............................................... 22

Tabula Rasa - The Language Academy.............. 4

Mercer University.............................................. 49

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