Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Progressive K-12 Learning Community in Atlanta
Founded in 1969, Galloway School is a progressive independent day school serving students from Pre-K3 through 12th grade. Our educational philosophy centers on experiential, student-driven learning that nurtures curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking. With a student-teacher ratio of 8:1 and 81% of faculty holding advanced degrees, we provide personalized academic support while fostering social-emotional growth. Our curriculum emphasizes hands-on exploration in arts, sciences, and humanities, preparing students for college and lifelong inquiry. Located in Atlanta's Chastain Park area, we serve 750 students from 73 zip codes, with 31% identifying as students of color.Our community values self-discovery, cultural competence, and collaborative learning, reflected in programs like Global Online Academy and 90+ elective courses. The school maintains 100% arts participation in early and middle learning, with 30 annual public productions and 60 fine arts electives. Athletics programs develop leadership through 12 sports across divisions, while college counseling ensures 100% university placement. Our campus integrates with Chastain Park for outdoor learning, and partnerships extend educational opportunities beyond traditional boundaries.
Services
Early Learning Curriculum
Middle Learning Programs
Upper Learning Academics
Fine Arts Education
Athletics Programs
College Counseling
Learning Support
Global Online Academy
Design Technology Courses
Performing Arts
Details
- Year established: 1969
Highlights and features
- We offer 50 years of progressive educational innovation with 8:1 student-teacher ratio
- Our 90+ elective courses allow personalized academic pathways for all learners
- 100% arts participation in early and middle learning with 30 annual productions
- College counseling ensures 100% university placement with personalized guidance
- Our 750 students represent 73 zip codes with 31% students of color
What people say
Supportive community
Creative and curious environment
Lifelong love of learning
Strong teacher relationships
Arts integration
Services
Early Learning Curriculum
Our Early Learning program nurtures foundational skills through play-based exploration and structured inquiry. Students engage in daily library visits, kindness awards, and field trips to cultural institutions. The curriculum emphasizes social-emotional development alongside academic readiness, with 100% participation in arts programs. Small class sizes ensure individualized attention from experienced educators.
Fine Arts Education
Comprehensive arts education spans all divisions with 60 electives and 30 annual productions. Students explore visual arts, theater, music, and dance through 2,000 pounds of ceramics materials annually and 75 pieces displayed at High Museum. Faculty artists mentor students in 275 dance costumes produced yearly, fostering both technical skill and creative expression.
College Counseling
Personalized college guidance ensures 100% university placement with tailored application support. Counselors maintain relationships with hundreds of institutions nationwide, leveraging 50 years of placement data. The program includes academic advising, essay workshops, and interview preparation, with 81% of faculty holding advanced degrees to inform recommendations.
Athletics Programs
Competitive sports develop leadership across 12 offerings with 71% student participation. Programs span Jr. Scots introductory levels to varsity competition in GHSA. Facilities include Chastain Park access for outdoor training, with 19 faculty coaches emphasizing teamwork and sportsmanship through 41 new participants annually.
Design Technology Courses
Hands-on engineering and design courses teach 3D printing, laser cutting, and biomimicry principles. Students complete projects like automata mechanisms while developing digital animation and web design skills. The curriculum bridges technical proficiency with creative problem-solving, reflecting Atlanta's innovation ecosystem.
People
Brad Bass
Theatre Teacher
Upper Learning Theatre Teacher directing annual productions while teaching Acting Through Improv, Public Speaking, and Film Studies. Develops students' creativity and communication skills through performance and analysis.
MariaPaola Jimenez
Technology and Design Teacher
Upper Learning Technology and Design Teacher with nine years' experience guiding students in Engineering and Design, Architectural Design, and Digital Animation. Specializes in project-based learning with 3D fabrication tools.
Kim Washington
Early Learning Assistant Principal
Early Learning administrator focused on creating nurturing environments that prioritize curiosity and social-emotional development. Oversees faculty implementing student-centered approaches in Pre-K3 through 4th grade programs.
Jason Evans
Alumni Class of 1985
Lifelong Galloway community member who graduated in inaugural class. Attributes professional success to foundational skills developed through photography classes, yearbook work, and personalized reading programs.
Micah Parness
Alumni Class of 2025
Recent graduate highlighting Galloway's culture of self-expression and meaningful teacher-student connections. Participated in Food Science and tutorial programs demonstrating personalized learning approaches.
Questions
What makes Galloway's educational approach unique?
Our progressive model combines experiential learning with student-driven inquiry, maintaining 8:1 ratios and 100% arts participation through middle school. Teachers emphasize curiosity over compliance across 90+ electives.
How does Galloway support college preparation?
Personalized counseling ensures 100% university placement with tailored guidance. Faculty with 81% advanced degrees provide academic recommendations informed by 50 years of placement data.
What arts opportunities are available?
Students engage 60 fine arts electives and participate in 30 annual productions. Visual arts programs use 2,000 pounds of ceramics materials yearly with 75 pieces displayed at High Museum.
How does the school foster community?
750 students from 73 zip codes create diverse peer groups. Programs like Global Online Academy and 75% Upper Learning multi-sport participation build collaborative relationships across grade levels.
What athletics programs are offered?
12 sports across divisions with Jr. Scots introductory programs. 71% student participation rates and 19 faculty coaches emphasize leadership development through competitive GHSA programs.
How does Galloway support different learning styles?
Learning Support works with 85% arts participation to accommodate diverse learners. Design Technology courses and 3D fabrication labs provide alternative pathways for STEM engagement.
