Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Progressive Education for Pre-K to 8th Grade in Roswell, GA
High Meadows School has been a leader in progressive education for over five decades, offering a unique learning environment for children aged three through eighth grade. Our approach combines academic rigor with experiential learning, emphasizing inquiry, adventure, and play to foster intellectual and ethical growth. Located on a 42-acre historic farm property in Roswell, Georgia, we provide a student-driven curriculum that integrates environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and the arts. As an authorized International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, we prepare students for future academic success while nurturing their curiosity and connection to the natural world.Our community values diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring every child feels respected and supported. With small class sizes and a focus on social-emotional learning, we cultivate compassionate, confident, and capable individuals ready to thrive in high school and beyond. Our campus features outdoor learning spaces, barnyard animals, and a living laboratory for environmental education. Families consistently highlight our nurturing environment, dedicated faculty, and the strong sense of belonging that defines our school community. We remain committed to empowering students to become ethical leaders and active global citizens.
Services
Pre-K Programs
Elementary Education
Middle Years Program
Outdoor Learning
IB Curriculum
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We offer an authorized International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme.
- Our 42-acre campus integrates outdoor learning and environmental stewardship.
- We prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion in a supportive community.
- Small class sizes ensure personalized attention and social-emotional growth.
- Graduates excel in high school with strong critical thinking and leadership skills.
Associations and certifications
- International Baccalaureate
What people say
Nurturing environment
Strong community
Effective preparation
Dedicated faculty
Connection to nature
Services
International Baccalaureate Program
Our authorized International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme fosters interdisciplinary learning through inquiry and real-world problem-solving. Students engage in globally focused, student-driven curricula that emphasize critical thinking, creativity, and ethical responsibility. This approach prepares them for academic success while nurturing their curiosity and international-mindedness.
Outdoor Learning
The 42-acre campus serves as a living laboratory for environmental education, featuring outdoor classrooms, barnyard animals, and natural exploration spaces. Students learn about ecosystems, conservation, and sustainability through hands-on experiences that connect them to the natural world and promote ecological stewardship.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives
Our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice creates a welcoming community where all students feel valued. Through culturally responsive teaching, service-learning projects, and inclusive policies, we celebrate diverse perspectives and foster respect, empathy, and social responsibility among students and families.
Community Engagement
We prioritize strong partnerships between students, teachers, families, and local organizations through collaborative projects and events. Community engagement initiatives include service-learning programs, family tours, and volunteer opportunities that strengthen relationships and extend learning beyond the classroom into real-world contexts.
Environmental Stewardship
Our curriculum integrates environmental sustainability as a core value, teaching students about conservation, renewable resources, and ecological systems. Through campus-based projects and outdoor activities, students develop a deep respect for nature and the skills to become responsible stewards of the planet.
Questions
What grades does High Meadows School serve?
High Meadows serves children from age three through 8th grade.
Is High Meadows an International Baccalaureate school?
Yes, we are an authorized International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme school.
What is the student-teacher ratio?
We maintain small class sizes with low student-to-teacher ratios for personalized attention.
How does High Meadows incorporate outdoor learning?
Our 42-acre campus features outdoor classrooms, nature exploration, and environmental science activities integrated into daily learning.
What extracurricular activities are available?
We offer outdoor play, arts, service projects, and community engagement opportunities across all grade levels.
How can families get involved at High Meadows?
Families participate through volunteer opportunities, campus events, and community-building initiatives throughout the school year.
Reviews (1)
Melissa Harrison
Jun 16, 2018
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High Meadows School is the best of the best. Our child is thriving in this powerful environment of academics and play. HM is by far the best decision we have made for our children's education.
