High Meadows School

High Meadows is an independent, progressive school that honors the magic of childhood, inquiry, adventure, and play. Its educational approach integrates academic rigor with environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and a deep appreciation for the natural world. The school fosters a community where students are encouraged to take risks, think critically, and grow into compassionate, confident, and ethical global citizens.

The school offers a Pre-K through eighth-grade curriculum that is interdisciplinary and student-driven. As an authorized International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, it utilizes the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for students in Pre-K through fifth grade. The academic program includes core subjects, arts, and social-emotional learning, often organized around authentic, project-based problems. Additionally, the school provides mini-courses, off-campus learning opportunities, and a summer Youth Leadership Institute for rising fifth through eighth graders.

The school emphasizes social-emotional learning, helping students develop self-advocacy, emotional regulation, and leadership skills. Faculty members are committed to individualized learning, with a 10:1 student-teacher ratio and two lead teachers per class in Pre-K through third grade. Counselors are available for both Lower Years and Middle Years students to support their personal and academic growth.

High Meadows School welcomes inquiries and applications through the Ravenna platform. The school encourages families from a full spectrum of economic circumstances to apply and offers financial aid to support accessibility. Prospective families are invited to schedule a campus tour to observe the school's progressive educational approach in action.

The school year typically begins in mid-August, with staggered start dates for different age groups. For the 2026-2027 academic year, classes for grades K-8 begin on August 13, 2026, followed by the commencement of the Pre-K program on August 17.

Located on 42 acres of historic farm property in Roswell, Georgia, the campus serves as a living laboratory for environmental stewardship. Key features include academic and administrative buildings, a barnyard with animals, a chicken tree, a caboose, a tipi classroom, a labyrinth in the woods, a tinker shed, and over 15 outdoor learning spaces. The grounds are designed to provide a rich, varied landscape that complements classroom instruction and encourages connection to the natural environment.