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BEDFORD COUNTY
SAINT ANDREW'S-SEWANEE SCHOOL (BOARDING & DAY)
290 Quintard Road, Sewanee, TN 37375
931-598-5651; Grades: 6 - 12
Enrollment: 220; Established: 1868 sasweb.org
Founded in 1868, St. Andrew’s-Sewanee School is a private, co-educational, Episcopal, boarding and day college preparatory school serving 220 students in grades 6 -12 as a five or seven-day boarding school. We CHALLENGE our students to fulfill their greatest potential while helping them to cultivate lives of BALANCE and JOY.
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CATHOLIC SCHOOLS
CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL (CKS)
3105 Belmont Blvd., Nashville, TN 37212
615-292-9465; Grades: PreK - 8
Enrollment: 252; Established: 1937 cksraiders.org
Christ the King (CKS) is the neighborhood Catholic school that is preparing students for the world. CKS partners with parents to provide an educational journey that forms the heart, mind and spirit of children. Academic excellence stems from a curriculum that integrates a strong foundational core with the arts and technology. Courses for all grades include foreign language, music, PE, library, science lab, art and technology. Co-curricular and enrichment activities include forensics, drama, a parochial athletic program, private guitar/piano lessons, Makerspace, Student Council, NJHS, STEM Fair, Science Olympiad, robotics and boy/girl scouts. With a focus on each child as a unique individual, our teachers challenge all students to maximize their potential and to live lives dedicated to faith, academic excellence, love and service. The faculty helps your children think critically and broadly so they can grow in mind and soul ... always. CKS students are always thinking, always growing, in and out of school. Voted 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021 Nashville Scene Winner: Readers Poll, and Best of Music City 2020 for PreK.
FATHER RYAN HIGH SCHOOL
700 Norwood Drive, Nashville, TN 37204
615-383-4200; Grades: 9 - 12
Enrollment: 830; Established: 1925 fatherryan.org
Father Ryan is a coed, Catholic, college-preparatory school that has been forming lives of excellence in the Catholic tradition for 100 years. Its Tradition of Faith, Knowledge, Service produces students with excellent academic results and a commitment to their faith, service, and social justice, all in a community where everyone is known and loved. We offer education across four grade levels, with 27 AP courses, the most visual and performing arts courses of any private school in Middle Tennessee, and co-curricular programs in athletics, band, theatre, social justice, and community service. Plus, our unique House system provides students with added opportunities to connect across grade levels and explore leadership roles.
HOLY ROSARY ACADEMY
190 Graylynn Drive, Nashville, TN 37214
615-883-1108; Grades: PreK - 8
Enrollment: 352; Established: 1954 holyrosary.edu
As a two-time National Blue Ribbon School, Holy Rosary Academy is proud to be considered one of the best schools in the nation. Our mission, since 1954, is to support and encourage the development of each child's unique God-given talents, providing a Catholic education grounded in gospel values and excellence.
OVERBROOK CATHOLIC SCHOOL (OCS)
4210 Harding Pike, Nashville, TN 37205
615-292-5134; Grades: PreK3 - 6
Enrollment: 287; Established: 1936 overbrook.edu
Overbrook Catholic School provides an excellent education to boys and girls in preschool-3 through sixth grade in a nurturing, Christ-centered environment. Inspired by the life of St. Dominic, Overbrook Catholic educates children to seek and embrace the truth, fostering in them a personal encounter with Jesus Christ. Children are thus prepared in mind and heart to give joyful witness to the truth in their own lives. Beginning in the Montessori-inspired preschool, Overbrook Catholic has prepared students with a love for learning and formed leaders since 1936. Located on 83 acres, students excel in STEM, the gifted program called SOAR, and the award-winning math, reading, and writing programs. Student life includes opportunities with athletics, the arts, band, Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, clubs, community service, dance, forensics, languages, library, music, religious observances, student council, theater, and working the school’s Beyond the Brook Farm. Named a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence by the U.S. Department of Education, Overbrook Catholic is home to outstanding faculty, and OCS students perform academically at a level above the national norm.
POPE SAINT JOHN PAUL II PREPARATORY SCHOOL
117 Caldwell Dr., Hendersonville, TN 37075
615-822-2375; Grades: 6-12
Enrollment: 753; Established: 2002
At Pope Saint John Paul II Preparatory School, we form students to become strong in mind, body, character, and spirit. Rooted in faith and guided by the Gospel, our holistic approach to education nurtures spiritual formation, academic excellence, artistic creativity, athletic strength, and a deep sense of community. We prepare future leaders who are grounded in the values of the Christian faith, community service, and lifelong learning. Our students experience a supportive, faith-filled community dedicated to empowering the next generation to reach beyond the ordinary to the extraordinary!
SAINT ANN SCHOOL
5105 Charlotte Ave., Nashville, TN 37209 615-269-0568; Grades: PreK - 8
Enrollment: 160; Established: 1921 saintannparish.com/school
Your child will soar at Saint Ann School because they are in an environment infused with the love of Christ where your child’s uniqueness is encouraged as they pursue academic excellence, engage in service for others and thrive in their pursuit for peace and justice. Visit our website to learn more about us, admissions and tuition as well as our Hand in Hand Options Program.
• Before/After Care available
• Robotics, Coding, and Accelerated Classes
• Debate, Forensics, Theater, Lego League, Band, and Art
• State -of-the-Art Science Labs
• Competitive Sports Teams
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ST. CECILIA ACADEMY
4210 Harding Pike, Nashville, TN 37205
615-298-4525; Grades: 7 - 12 (girls only)
Enrollment: 270; Established: 1860 stcecilia.edu
As Nashville’s oldest private school, St. Cecilia Academy is a Catholic, college preparatory school serving girls in grades 7 through 12. Since 1860, St. Cecilia has been providing an exemplary education for young women who have influenced and shaped their communities and the world as confident leaders. The school provides a rigorous, award-winning, liberal arts academic program beginning in the 7th grade that teaches students how to think critically and to navigate the world today. The St. Cecilia student has access to the arts, athletics, clubs, dance, debate, music, robotics, service, STEM, theater, travel and more. The dedicated faculty know students by name, not only providing individual attention but also helping them to discover the woman God made them to be. St. Cecilia is unique and rooted in a vibrant Christ-centered environment and a nurturing community spirit. Consistently recognized as a Catholic Education Honor Roll School by the Cardinal Newman Society since 2004, we welcome you to learn more about St. Cecilia Academy and to visit our campus community.
SAINT EDWARD SCHOOL (SES)
190 Thompson Lane, Nashville, TN 37211
615-833-5770; Grades: PreK3 - 8
Enrollment: 210; Established: 1952 ses.stedward.org
St. Edward Church and School are a well-known and respected Roman Catholic Community in the Diocese of Nashville. Our parish school (SES) is grounded in a strong sense of community and tradition, with more than 70 years of experience in providing Catholic education in the Nashville area. Students of all racial, ethnic, and economic backgrounds gather daily to learn, play, serve, and pray together. SES has a dedicated teaching staff who ensure that students receive a balance of academic rigor, socialemotional learning, individualized attention, and faith formation. At St. Edward School, we are cultivating the next generation of Saints and Scholars!
SAINT HENRY SCHOOL
6401 Harding Pike, Nashville, TN 37205
615-352-1328; Grades: PreK - 8
Enrollment: 720; Established: 1957 sthenryschool.org
Saint Henry School provides a vibrant, faith-filled, academically rich school environment. In all grades, students engage in the core subjects of Religion, Math, Science, Literature, English and Social Studies, thus continually deepening their comprehension of fundamental concepts and skills. We offer academic contests in almost every discipline (National History, Spelling and Geography Bees, Math and Science Olympiads, MTSU STEM Expo, Lego League, Middle Tennessee Vocal Association Contest, Mid-State Band Competition, and Nashville Art Shows/ Contests). We have sports teams for all levels of play, a spring drama production, forensics, scouts and many service opportunities. Full-time nurse practitioner, school counselor, and security officer on staff, as well as a Resource Department for educational testing, guidance and instructional support. Before and aftercare are available.
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SAINT JOSEPH SCHOOL
1225 Gallatin Road S., Madison, TN 37115
615-865-1491; Grades: PreK - 8
Enrollment: 340; Established: 1953 saintjosephschoolnashville.org
We provide children of all faiths with a strong academic foundation. Our students benefit from a diverse curriculum designed to prepare them for future success in high levels of education. We also offer a Resource Program targeting students who struggle academically and those who work above the standard. Our core classes are enhanced with the newest resources and technologies including Smart Boards and Chromebooks. Special classes like art, music, physical education, library and Spanish assist in developing well-rounded students. Co-curricular activities include sports, band, forensics, scouts, choir and service to others. Saint Joseph School is accredited by AdvancED and the state of Tennessee. Bus service is available in some areas.
CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS
DAVIDSON ACADEMY
1414 W. Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville, TN 37207
615-860-5300; Grades: PreK - 12
Enrollment: 650; Established: 1980 davidsonacademy.com
Davidson Academy offers a strong Christian foundation for college preparation by nurturing spiritual, intellectual, physical and social growth in an interdenominational setting. We celebrate a tradition of providing a safe, Christ-centered community where students are inspired to BE compassionate and creative, BUILD relationships with each other and with God, and BECOME servant leaders and all-God intended. Our students have earned a 100-percent college acceptance rate, while the average amount in awarded scholarship offers exceeds $140,000 per student.
EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE
1310 Ordway Place, Nashville, TN 37206
615-928-8611; Grades: 3K - 6th grade
Enrollment: 170; Established: 2016 esnashville.org
The Episcopal School of Nashville is a diverse urban independent school dedicated to nurturing the joy of learning and the spirit of discovery in each of its students. Our teachers and sta strive to meet each child where they are, helping them find what sparks their imagination and inspire them to learn. By awarding 38% of our students financial aid, we make it possible for any child to have a quality, independent school education. Through embracing diversity, upholding social justice and providing community service, the education of our students is achieved both inside and outside the classroom. Come soar with us!
EZELL-HARDING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (EHCS)
574 Bell Road, Antioch, TN 37013 615-367-0532; Grades: 2 yrs - grade 12
Enrollment: 361; Established: 1973 ezellharding.com
Ezell-Harding Christian School (EHCS) helps students ages 2 through 12th grade to grow physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. Our students average an ACT score of 25 and enjoy a 96 percent college placement rate. Members of the TSSAA, the Eagles have 18 total state championships in athletics. With faith as our cornerstone, EHCS students, teachers, parents and administrators bear witness to the world that life together in God is beautiful.
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METRO NASHVILLE
1 Abintra Montessori School
2 The Academy of Harpeth Village 3 Casa dei Montessori 4 Christ the King School
Davidson Academy 6 Ensworth School, K-8 7 Ensworth School, 9-12 8 Episcopal School
Ezell-Harding Christian School
Father Ryan High School
Franklin Road Academy
Goodpasture Christian School 13 Green Hills Child Development
Harpeth Hall School
15 Holy Rosary Academy
16 Ithaca Montessori
17 Linden Waldorf School
18 Montessori Centre
19 Montgomery Bell Academy
20 Nashville Christian School 21 Overbrook School
22 Saint Ann School
23 Saint Cecilia Academy
24 Saint Edward School
25 Saint Henry School
26 Saint Joseph School
27 Saint Paul Christian
28 Southern Stars Preschool
29 University School of Nashville
MAURY COUNTY
30 Columbia Academy
Columbia Academy
RUTHERFORD COUNTY
32 The Academy of Gateway
The Academy of Rockvale
Franklin Road Christian School
Lancaster Christian Academy
Middle Tennessee Christian School 37 Providence Christian Academy
SUMNER COUNTY
38 The Academy of Indian Lake Village
39 Hendersonville Christian Academy
40 Sumner Academy
WILLIAMSON COUNTY
41 The Academy of Burkitt Commons
42 The Academy of Cool Springs
43 The Academy of Forrest Crossing
44 The Academy of Heritage Commons
45 The Academy of Holly Tree Gap
46 The Academy of Maryland Farms
47 The Academy of McKay’s Mill
48 The Academy of Powell Place
49 The Academy of Seaboard Lane
50 The Academy of Westhaven
51 Battle Ground Academy, K-4
52 Battle Ground Academy, 5-12
53 Brentwood Academy
54 Currey Ingram Academy
55 Grace Christian Academy
56 Montessori Academy
57 New Hope Academy
58 Trinitas Classical Academy
SUMNER COUNTY
59 The Academy of Mt. Juliet
60 Cedars Preparatory Academy
61 Mt. Juliet Christian Academy
MARION COUNTY
Saint Andrew’s-Sewanee (not shown on map)
1 LearningRx 2 My Gym
3 Nashville Children’s Theatre
4 School of Nashville Ballet
5 Vanderbilt Programs for Talented Youth
MONTESSORI CENTRE
FRANKLIN ROAD ACADEMY (FRA)
4700 Franklin Pike, Nashville, TN 37220 615-832-8845; Grades: PreK - 12
Enrollment: 1,105; Established: 1971
franklinroadacademy.com
Franklin Road Academy is a PreK - 12th grade coeducational independent school offering a challenging educational experience in an inclusive Christian community. FRA provides an excellent education within a collaborative learning environment, preparing students to attend the finest colleges and universities while also cultivating a concern for others. FRA is big enough to offer students opportunities to lead and pursue their passions and small enough to know our families and their stories. We foster a healthy student experience, with intentional class sizes allowing students to fully engage in the classroom while competing at a high athletic level or perfecting an art form.
GOODPASTURE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
(GCS) 619 W. Due West Ave., Madison, TN 37115 615-868-2600; Ages: 12 mos - grade 12
Enrollment: 945; Established: 1966
goodpasture.org
Goodpasture Christian School (GCS) o ers an environment that enables students to pursue and achieve their goals. We welcome all faiths on our Christ-centered campus. GCS students range in age from 12 months old through 12th grade. The Great Beginnings (12 mo. – Young 3s) program provides students with a joyful classroom environment that encourages cooperation and a sense of community. The Structured Literacy program prepares Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten students to read. All elementary students (K - 5) have Bible class and P.E. daily. They also participate weekly in art, computer class, music, STEM lab, and/or library. Middle school students (6 - 8) are introduced to elective classes that include robotics, world language, fine arts and financial literacy. High school students (9 -12) can earn college credit through Honors, Advanced Placement and Dual Enrollment courses. Our administrators, faculty and sta strive to build confidence, intellectual growth and spiritual strength in every child — from babies taking their first steps to seniors getting ready to step out into the world.
NASHVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (NCS)
7555 Sawyer Brown Road, Nashville, TN 37221
615-356-5600; Ages: 6 wks - grade 12
Enrollment: 1,377; Established: 1971 nashvillechristian.org
Nashville Christian School (NCS), is a private, collegepreparatory school that serves students of all learning levels including advanced students interested in honors, AP and Dual Enrollment classes and students with learning differences served through the LIFE program (Learning is for Everyone). NCS also offers many extracurriculars, championship-level TSSAA athletics, and has an awardwinning fine arts program. Our mission is to be a Christian, authentic, dynamic school equipping students to be global leaders. Our vision is to help students realize and pursue their full potential — spiritually, intellectually, physically, and socially — while learning to establish and grow their relationship with God.
ST. PAUL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
5033 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville, TN 37215
615-269-4751; Grades: Junior K - grade 6
Enrollment: 420; Established: 1971 stpaulchristianacademy.org
What do you hope and dream for your children before they enter their teenage years? At St. Paul, we walk with par-
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ents to establish a permanent foundation for students so they flourish by pursuing academic excellence, a passion for Christ and an ever-deepening understanding of their call to be leaders who shape the world in which they live.
MONTESSORI SCHOOLS
ABINTRA MONTESSORI SCHOOL
914 Davidson Drive, Nashville, TN 37205
615-352-4317; Ages: 3 - 14
Enrollment: 130; Established: 1981 abintra.org
Abintra is an inclusive, humanitarian, science-based community that trusts a child's natural curiosity. The 10-acre campus provides opportunities for hiking, archery, gardening and beekeeping. The integrated curriculum includes foreign language and the arts. Our spacious, multi-age classrooms create a welcoming environment for nurturing independence, motivation and self-respect. We honor learning and recognize that it comes from within. Visit our campus to experience what makes Abintra unique.
CASA DEI MONTESSORI
7646 Hwy 70 S, Nashville, TN 37221
615-673-8000; Grades: PreK - 6
Enrollment: 69; Established: 1998 casadeimontessori.com
A Montessori school that offers a toddler community for ages 15 months through age 2-and-a-half. We have a spacious and open primary classroom for children ages 2-and-a-half through kindergarten and an elementary class for grades 1 through 6. There's also a homeschool enrichment program for children in kindergarten through 6th grade. The homeschool programs are specific to your family's needs in addition to allowing academic freedom in our Montessori classrooms.
ITHACA MONTESSORI
901 West Old Hickory Blvd Madison, TN 37115
615-200-0895; Ages: 2.5 mos - K
Enrollment: 36; Established: 2013 ithacamontessori.net
Ithaca Montessori is one of Nashville's premier artsfocused Montessori learning centers. We provide a beautiful, happy and safe Montessori School environment for children. Within this multi-age classroom, an American Montessori Society-certified guide gives lessons to the children, and peer-to-peer learning is fostered and respected with the understanding that learning is a dynamic activity that can happen at any moment, alone or in tandem, with a friend or guide.
MONTESSORI CENTRE
4608 Granny White Pike, Nashville, TN 37220
615-373-0897; Ages: 2 mos - K
Enrollment: 134; Established: 1966 montessoricentre.org
Founded in 1966, Montessori Centre is the area's oldest Montessori program. We have earned our reputation as Nashville's premiere Montessori school, striving to foster independence, confidence and a lifelong love of learning in children from toddler to kindergarten. Our family of compassionate, Montessori-certified educators guides each child’s unique academic, physical and social development within diverse, multi-age classrooms. We offer part- and full-time schedules, extended care and a wide selection of clubs and enrichment such as guitar, art and yoga.
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Low student-teacher ratio
Nurturing and caring staff
Daily devotion and scripture-based learning
Strong emphasis on critical thinking
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THE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS AND PRESCHOOLS
Multiple Locations in Middle Tennessee academychilddevelopment.com
Come "Grow, Learn, Play" with us at The Academy! Peace of mind for you and excellence in education for your child. Degreed and experienced teachers, enrichment classes INCLUDED in tuition (science, art, culture and movement classes). Daily continental style breakfast/coffee station for families. Exclusive Kindergarten Boot Camp and "Imagination" summer program. Come see why we have been voted Best Child Care Center in Williamson County for the past 13 years. Call to reserve your child's spot!
GREEN HILLS CHILD DEVELOPMENT
3420 Belmont Blvd., Nashville, TN 37215
615-383-3373; Ages: Infants - K
Enrollment: 108; Established: 2011 greenhillschild.com
A private, year-round Christian preschool and kindergarten under the Department of Education. Our mission is to support the God-inspired way young children learn, respecting each child's path to social, emotional, physical, cognitive and spiritual development. Please visit our website to find out more, including the advantages of smaller classes for children in our PreK and Kindergarten programs. Tours by appointment.
SOUTHERN STARS PRESCHOOL
910 Wedgewood Ave., Nashville, TN 37203
615-509-9423; Ages: 18 mos - 6 yrs
Enrollment: 60; Established: 2003
southernstarsmontessori.net
With 20 years of educational experience, Southern Stars offers the most flexible preschool options to build your personalized preschool package to meet your family’s needs. Southern Stars combines a STEM-BASED Education, and kindergarten readiness prep with a Montessori Foundation to offer individualized attention for children 18 months to 6 years old.
TRADITIONAL SCHOOLS
THE ENSWORTH SCHOOL
K-8: 211 Ensworth Ave., Nashville, TN 37205 615-383-0661
9-12: 7401 Hwy. 100, Nashville, TN 37221
615-301-5400
Enrollment: 1,230; Established: 1958 ensworth.com
Ensworth is a K-12, coeducational independent school. The school promotes academic excellence and inspires students to be intellectually curious, to use their talents to the fullest, to be people of integrity and to be contributors to society. Tours are available daily.
HARPETH HALL SCHOOL
3801 Hobbs Road, Nashville, TN 37215
615-297-9543; Grades: 5 - 12 (girls only)
Enrollment: 720; Established: 1865 harpethhall.org
At Harpeth Hall, ambitions become achievements and
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For more than 50 years, Brentwood Academy has served students in grades 6 through 12. Students are taught and coached by faculty who are experts in their field and serious about their faith, driven by the mission to nurture and challenge each whole person – body, mind, and spirit – to the glory of God.
girls become purposeful young women prepared to make a meaningful difference in their communities and the world. Every aspect of the Harpeth Hall experience is designed with girls in mind. The student council president is a girl. The robotics team leader is a girl. The soccer captain is a girl. Harpeth Hall knows how girls learn best and affirms that every day; every girl should feel inspired to grow as an individual and a leader. Premier programs such as Winterim, SEEK and Global Scholars enhance a vibrant intellectual environment that fosters academic curiosity. Through the support and encouragement of exceptional faculty, girls learn to value diversity of thought and cultivate respect for others' views. At Harpeth Hall, each girl is known and valued for the unique individual she is. Harpeth Hall educates girls and young women in grades 5 - 12 to think critically, lead confidently and live honorably.
MONTGOMERY BELL ACADEMY (MBA)
4001 Harding Road, Nashville, TN 37205 615-298-5514; Grades: 7 - 12 (boys only)
Enrollment: 850; Established: 1867 montgomerybell.edu
MBA is the oldest independent school for boys in Tennessee. Founded in 1867, MBA is home to 850 boys in grades 7-12. MBA offers young men an exemplary college preparatory experience in an inclusive community, assisting them to be "gentlemen, scholars and athletes" and young men of wisdom and moral integrity who will make significant contributions to society. In MBA’s 158th school year, we continue our commitment to building boys into great young men and citizens who will make a difference in their communities. We welcome you and hope that you will visit MBA to learn more about the people and programs that form this extraordinary community.
TEMPLETON ACADEMY
631 2nd Ave. S, Nashville, TN 37210 615-601-0893; Grades: 5 - 12
Enrollment: 124 templetonacademy.org
Templeton Academy was founded to revolutionize the way students learn by mentoring the critical thinking and problem-solving skills they need to thrive in college, career and life. We welcome young people from all backgrounds and seek to nurture them into purpose-driven lifelong learners who use their gifts in a way that brings them joy and serves others. Our core principles capture the essential functions of our community: Core advisory, project-based learning, field work and deeper thinking. Our goal is to help our students pursue their own foundational “why” – what brings them joy and allows them to serve others? Learning is supposed to be thrilling; it should light students up and energize them to be part of the scholarly conversation.
UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE (USN)
2000 Edgehill Ave., Nashville, TN 37212
615-327-3812; Grades: K - 12
Enrollment: 1,075; Established: 1915 usn.org
USN models the best educational practices. In an environment that represents the cultural and ethnic composition of metropolitan Nashville, USN fosters each student’s intellectual, artistic and athletic potential, valuing and inspiring integrity, creative expression, a love of learning and the pursuit of excellence. Expect to find superb faculty, low teacher-student ratios and outstanding athletic and artistic opportunities at USN. Need-based financial aid is available.
WALDORF SCHOOLS
LINDEN WALDORF SCHOOL
3201 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville, TN 37215
615-354-0270; Grades: Preschool - 8
Enrollment: 170; Established: 1997 lindenwaldorf.org
We believe imagination — the ability to see what is possible — is the defining skill exhibited by the most brilliant minds throughout history. We begin cultivating your child's imagination, as a skill and a tool, from day one. Students from early childhood through eighth grade learn to harness the infinite possibilities they envision to become active makers of words and ideas, of art, music and poetry, of lasting change, of knowledge and thoughtful revisions, of influential contributions to their world. Here, your child can imagine the future — then make it.
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COLUMBIA ACADEMY (CA)
1101 W. Seventh St., Columbia, TN 38401
931-490-4302; Grades: 2 yrs; Preschool - 12 — and — 756 Beechcroft Road, Spring Hill, TN 37134 931-486-1002; Grades: 3 yrs; Preschool - 6
Enrollment: 1,200; Established: 1979 cabulldogs.org
Founded in 1979, Columbia Academy (CA) is a place where rigorous academics and Christian faith come together to form an environment where students grow in knowledge, confidence and character. CA is an AdvancED (SACS) accredited college-preparatory school offering students competitive TSSAA athletics, fine arts, extra-curricular and co-curricular opportunities along with the ability to earn substantial college credit before graduation. CA maintains a satellite campus in Spring Hill for ages 3 Preschool - 5. Bus transportation to the Columbia campus is available from Franklin, Spring Hill, Chapel Hill, Pulaski and Centerville.
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CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS
FRANKLIN ROAD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (FRCS) 3124 Franklin Road, Murfreesboro, TN 37128 615-890-0894; Grades: K3 - 12
Enrollment: 725; Established: 1974 frcsminutemen.com
The vision of Franklin Road Christian School (FRCS) is to provide challenging academics, life-giving community and transforming discipleship. FRCS provides a Christian world-view curriculum and servant leadership training. We partner with families to pursue rigorous, college-bound academics within a caring community, experienced through vital, committed relationships among faculty, students and parents. We honor Jesus Christ by integrating Christian discipleship into an academic setting that includes fine arts, athletics and global missions.
LANCASTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (LCA)
150 Soccer Way, Smyrna, TN 37167
615-223-0451; Grades 6 wks. - grade 12
Enrollment: 900; Established: 1997 lancasterchristianacademy.org
Now enrolling students in grades 6 wks. - grade 12. LCA
offers non-denominational relevant biblical teaching, a nationally certified curriculum magnate program serving K3 - sixth grade, challenging academics, computer programming, university Dual Enrollment, college preparatory, daily ACT prep, low student-teacher ratio, annual Stanford achievement testing, individual attention, nationally ranked championship athletics and a thriving music/arts/ drama program. Our students consistently produce high ACT scores and receive both academic and athletic scholarships. LCA is an outrageously fun school where kids of all ages grow in the Lord!
MIDDLE TENNESSEE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (MTCS)
100 E. MTCS Road, Murfreesboro, TN 37129
615-893-0601; Grades: PreK3 - 12
Enrollment: 855; Established: 1962 mtcscougars.org
Every day at MTCS we seek to provide our students with a Christ-centered, intellectually stimulating, characterbuilding education. An education that focuses on the whole child — spirit, mind and body. We do this first by creating a Jesus-focused, faith-informed environment for our students. Add to that challenging and innovative academics taught by caring, competent and committed faculty. Round it out with creative music, art, drama and championship-caliber athletics performed and played by young people with skill and sportsmanship, and you see a picture of the unique and special group of kids we call our students. In this way, MTCS is truly unique in Rutherford County and beyond.
PROVIDENCE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 410 Dejarnette Lane, Murfreesboro, TN 37130 615-904-0902; Ages: PreK - grade 12
Enrollment: 790; Established: 1997 providencechristian.com
We are an inter-denominational Pre-K – 12th grade independent school located in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Providence Christian Academy offers a classical education with a Christian worldview, partnering with committed parents. Our mission is, “to teach students to seek God’s truth and to equip them with the tools for a lifetime of learning.” Providence Christian Academy is fully accredited by Cognia, the world’s premier accrediting organization.
PRESCHOOLS
THE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS AND PRESCHOOLS
Multiple Locations in Middle Tennessee academychilddevelopment.com
See Davidson County listing.
SUMNER COUNTY
PRESCHOOLS
THE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS AND PRESCHOOLS
Multiple Locations in Middle Tennessee academychilddevelopment.com
See Davidson County listing.
TRADITIONAL SCHOOLS
HENDERSONVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Shackle Island Road, Hendersonville, TN 37075
615-824-1550; PreK - 12
Enrollment: 220; Established: 1977
hcacrusaders.com
Parents love HCA’s safe environment where qualified teachers love and care for students. There is a sense of family through a personal approach to education. Academics are rigorous yet achievable for students of various learning styles and needs. Most importantly, Christian values saturate what we do, and authentic relationships with Christ are modeled. Students have opportunities in fine arts, athletics, yearbook, technology, debate club, honor society, and student council. Each month, students have opportunities for community outreach and hands-on learning.
SUMNER ACADEMY
464 Nichols Lane, Gallatin, TN 37066 615-452-1914; Grades: Pre-k - 8
Enrollment: 155; Established: 1973 sumneracademy.org
At Sumner Academy, our mission is to discover and cultivate each child’s unique abilities. Sumner Academy is a great fit for families seeking a close-knit, nurturing community that will provide a wide-range of academic and authentic experiences and opportunities for their child.
WILLIAMSON COUNTY
CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS
BRENTWOOD ACADEMY (BA) 219 Granny White Pike Brentwood, TN 37027 615-523-0611; Grades: 6 - 12
Enrollment: 750; Established: 1969 brentwoodacademy.com
Brentwood Academy (BA), is a co-educational, independent, college-preparatory school dedicated to nurturing and challenging each whole person — body, mind, and spirit — to the glory of God. Come and see how Brentwood Academy students learn in a Christ-centered community committed to advancing knowledge and developing character. BA students thrive while discovering individual gifts and talents in the midst of developing confidence in who God made them to be. Join us on a campus tour, offered daily, or plan to visit on an upcoming Admission Day. Learn more at brentwoodacademy.com/ starthere or www.CampsatBA.com.
GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (GCA) 3279 Southall Road, Franklin, TN 37064 615-591-3017; Grades: PreK - 12
Enrollment: 870; Established: 2009 gcalions.com
GCA is an interdenominational, distinctly Christian school whose mission is to assist families in the teaching of their children by providing them an experiential education that is biblically saturated, Christ glorifying, academically excellent, and service and mission oriented. At GCA, students, teachers, staff and parents are motivated toward excellence in all things. Because of this collaborative goal, GCA emphasizes a challenging academic program and a broad range of extra-curricular activities. With a keen focus on developing the whole student, the faculty and staff of GCA are dedicated to discipling students and partnering with parents to help identify and foster the unique God-given gifts, talents and skills within each student.
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NEW HOPE ACADEMY (NHA)
1820 Downs Blvd., Franklin, TN 37064
615-595-0324; Grades: PreK - 6
Enrollment: 220; Established: 1992 nhafranklin.org
New Hope Academy is a Christ-centered school educating children of diverse racial and socioeconomic backgrounds by establishing a Biblical worldview and preparing each child to flourish academically, emotionally, socially and spiritually. Our educators hold fast that children are born with an innate curiosity to learn about the world in which they live. God created them with the gifts and abilities that must be uncovered and strengthened. New Hope Academy believes education to be a vehicle through which children can explore and experience God's amazing world. Because of NHA's unique approach to children and education, we blend curricular distinctives together to produce classrooms that are Christ-focused, hands-on, and conscious of the needs of the learner. We use biblical worldview as the foundation for all of our instruction.
TRINITAS CLASSICAL ACADEMY (TCA)
810 Del Rio Pike, Franklin, TN 37064
615-790-8556; Grades: PreK - 12
Enrollment: 110; Established: 1993 tcafranklin.org
Trinitas is a distinctively Christian and classical school equipping students with tools to become lifelong learners in the kingdom of God. While modern education focuses on teaching subjects, classical education places an emphasis on teaching students the skills to learn in preparation for further study of subjects. At Trinitas, we assist parents by providing a Christ-centered, biblically-based education for their children with scriptures as the foundation. Trinitas offers enrichment activities and flexible drop-o and pick-up options for families.
MONTESSORI SCHOOLS
MONTESSORI ACADEMY
100 Montessori Drive, Brentwood, TN 37027 615-833-3610; 18 mos. - Grade 12
Enrollment: 300; Established: 1987 montessoriacad.org
Located on more than 20 acres just south of Nashville in Brentwood, Tennessee, Montessori Academy is one of the largest accredited Montessori schools in the nation, providing authentic Montessori education for children ages 18 months through high school. We nurture intelligence, curiosity, and imagination while supporting and developing each student’s unique talents. Montessori Academy is accredited by the American Montessori Society, Cognia, and the International Montessori Council.
PRESCHOOLS
THE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS AND PRESCHOOLS
academychilddevelopment.com
See Davidson County listing.
HIGH HOPES PRESCHOOL
301 High Hopes Court, Franklin, TN 37064 615-721-5574
Grades: PreK; Established: 1984 highhopesforkids.org
Welcome to High Hopes Preschool, where early childhood education meets endless possibilities. We offer a nurturing environment that fosters growth and development in alignment with the Tennessee Early Learning Development Standards. We embrace diversity and the unique strengths of every child. Our focus is on empowering young learners through a culture of acceptance, celebrating their achievements, and fostering essential leadership skills. We build a foundation for lifelong learning and success, setting the stage for each child to reach their fullest potential.
SPECIAL FOCUS SCHOOLS
CURREY INGRAM ACADEMY
6544 Murray Lane, Brentwood, TN 37027 615-507-3173; Grades: JK - 12
Enrollment: 430; Established: 1968 curreyingram.org
Currey Ingram Academy is an exemplary Junior Kindergarten – 12th grade day and boarding school that empowers students with learning di erences, such as ADHD and dyslexia, to achieve their fullest potential. Our students have average to superior intelligence but struggle in a traditional learning environment. Through evidence-based instruction, small classes, and exceptionally trained faculty, we meet students where they are and help them grow into who they are meant to be. Each student has an Individualized Learning Plan (ILP) to assess his/her strengths and academic goals. In addition to our strong academic program, we o er a broad range of arts, athletics, service-learning, and extracurricular opportunities.
TRADITIONAL SCHOOLS
BATTLE GROUND ACADEMY (BGA) (PreK - Jr K) 101 Legends Club Lane, Franklin, 37069
(K - 4) 150 Franklin Road, Franklin, 37064 (5 -12) 336 Ernest Rice Lane, Franklin, 37069 615-794-3501
Enrollment: 955; Established: 1889 battlegroundacademy.org
Known for creating an elevated educational experience, we believe in the enormous potential within every child, and we know that full potential is not achieved by merely acquiring academic skills and facts. It is achieved within a community where the needs of each individual are recognized, supported and encouraged, where students have a voice in what and how they learn, and where teachable moments extend far beyond the walls of our classrooms. Once our students leave the halls of the Academy, they join an alumni network of more than 3,000 Wildcats, who give their time, treasure and talent annually to provide opportunities and experiences for current BGA students.
WILSON COUNTY PRESCHOOLS
THE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS AND PRESCHOOLS academychilddevelopment.com See Davidson County listing.
TRADITIONAL SCHOOLS
CEDARS PREPARATORY ACADEMY 410 W. Main St., Lebanon, TN 37087 615-547-4612; Grades: Preschool - 5
Enrollment: 175; Established: 2010 thecedarsprep.com
Cedars Preparatory Academy is a unique private school dedicated to academic excellence. We provide a preschool and kindergarten program with both year round (261 days) and traditional (180 days) nine-month programs, as well as elementary grades 1 - 5, and summer programs for ages 2 - 12. Each child's unique gifts are honored in an exceptionally healthy, safe and nurturing environment. Please visit our website for tuition options. Extended care available.
Girls craft together at a St. Cecelia Academy summer camp, located in Nashville.
Enrichment programs — beyond what your child receives day to day in school — help to prepare and accelerate your child's education. Many local enrichment programs are available for all kinds of kids.
SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE BALLET
3630 Redmon St., Nashville 37209
615-297-2966
nashvilleballet.com
School of Nashville Ballet o ers world-class dance instruction to ages 2 - 102 of every experience level. Students can stretch their imaginations, learn self-expression, nurture their skill and artistry, and reach their fitness goals through our varied programs. The reason for entering the studio may di er, but all students leave standing a little taller with more poise, discipline, and determination. Whether you are new to dance or aspire to a professional career, School of Nashville Ballet will take you where you want to go — and where you never knew you could. Find out what you can do because of ballet.
TENNESSEE DYSLEXIA CENTERS
7003 Chadwick Drive, Ste. 343, Brentwood 37027 (615) 739-5039
tndyslexiacenters.com
Unlocking the potential within each student. Tennessee Dyslexia Centers is located in Brentwood TN, providing multi-sensory dyslexia therapy to students through an Orton-Gillingham and Lindamood-Bell approach. Our goal is to help families understand dyslexia, provide therapy for their students, and support and teach them how to help their child. This allows students to see that they can achieve success in school and in life.
LEARNING Rx
100 Cool Springs Blvd., Ste. 200, Franklin 37067 615-601-3254
learningrx.com/franklin
At LearningRx, we transform the way you learn and think with the power of brain training! Through one-on-one training sessions, we help kids build early learning skills, including foundational skills for reading and math. Brain training gets to the root cause of how your child learns and our success is found in the smiles of our students and parents! At LearningRx Franklin, every client’s journey starts with a Brain Skills Assessment. This gives us a unique understanding of each learner’s cognitive skill set. We learn which skills are strongest, as well as which skills have the most room for improvement.
MY GYM PRESCHOOL PREP PROGRAM
330 Franklin Road, Brentwood 37027
615-371-5437
mygym.com/brentwood
As experts in early child development, My Gym understands the impact preschool or pre-kindergarten education has on children’s emotional, social, and cognitive development. In our commitment to educating the whole child, “My Gym Preschool Prep Program” focuses on imparting to children the skills needed to excel in preschool and beyond. This 3 program for children 3.5 - 5.5 years focuses on making learning fun and exciting in the familiar and nurturing atmosphere of My Gym. Call for availability today.
VANDERBILT PROGRAMS FOR TALENTED YOUTH
230 Appleton Place, Nashville 37212 615-322-8261
pty.vanderbilt.edu
Founded as a summer academic program for gifted middle and high school students, PTY has expanded to include programs for talented children in grades K - 12 as well as their families and educators. We believe that providing acceleration as well as challenging, inquiry-based educational opportunities best serves the intellectual needs of advanced students; that being able to work alongside academic peers provides a sense of community and belonging that helps to meet the social and emotional needs of gifted children; and that crafting creative learning experiences best allows advanced students to develop their full capacities.
RIVERVIEW CAMP FOR GIRLS
757 CR 614, Mentone AL 800-882-0722
riverviewcamp.com
Award-winning Riverview Camp is embraced by tall graceful pines and billowing hardwoods, nestled into a bend of Little River atop Lookout Mountain. One- and two-week sessions. For girls Ages 6 - 16. Member of Christian Camping International and accredited by AEE and ACA. Facilities include a heated pool, tennis courts, a climbing tower, horseback riding, bathrooms, and showers in all cabins. Traditional camp activities. Campers select six activities daily. 5:1 camper-to-counselor ratio.
private school CHART
Abintra Montessori School 914 Davidson Drive, Nashville 37205
The Academy of Burkitt Commons 1010 Ava Place, Nolensville 37135
The
of Cool Springs 270 Seaboard Lane, Franklin 37067
abintra.org
academychilddevelopment.com
academychilddevelopment.com
The Academy of Forrest Crossing 337 S. Royal Oaks Blvd., Franklin 37064 615-465-6296 academychilddevelopment.com
The Academy of Gateway 1404 Gateway Blvd., Murfreesboro 37129
Academy of Harpeth Village 7836 Learning Lane, Nashville 37221
The Academy of Heritage Commons 4615 Thompson's Ridge Road, Thompson's Station 37179
The Academy of Holly Tree Gap 1384 Holly Tree Gap Road, Brentwood 37027
The Academy of Indian Lake Village 151 Saundersville Road, Hendersonville 37075
The Academy of Maryland Farms 201 Westwood Place, Brentwood 37027
The Academy of McKay's Mill 1401 Baffin Lane, Franklin 37067
The Academy of Mt. Juliet 6001 Sire Ave., Mt. Juliet 37122
The Academy of Powell Place 203 Powell Place, Brentwood 37207
The Academy of Rockvale 5745 New Salem Hwy, Rockvale 37153
The Academy of Seaboard Lane 122 Seaboard Lane, Franklin 37067
The Academy of Westhaven 114 Prospect Ave., Franklin 37064
Battle Ground Academy
101 Legends Club Lane (Prek - Jr K), Franklin 37069
150 Franklin Road (K - 4), Franklin 37064 336 Ernest Rice Lane (5 - 12), Franklin 37064
Brentwood Academy 219 Granny White Pike, Brentwood 37027
Casa dei Montessori
academychilddevelopment.com
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academychilddevelopment.com
brentwoodacademy.com
7646 Hwy 70 S, Nashville 37221 615-673-8000 casadeimontessori.com
Cedars Preparatory Academy 410 W. Main St., Lebanon 37087
thecedarsprep.com
private school CHART
Christ the King School 3105 Belmont Blvd., Nashville 37212 615-292-9465 cksraiders.org
Columbia Academy
1101 W. Seventh St., Columbia 38401 756 Beechcroft Road, Spring Hill 37174
Currey Ingram Academy 6544 Murray Lane, Brentwood 37027
Davidson Academy 1414 W. Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville 37207
Ensworth School
K-8: 211 Ensworth Ave Nashville 37205 9-12: 7401 Hwy 100, Nashville 37221
Episcopal School of Nashville 51310 Ordway Place, Nashville 37206
Ezell-Harding Christian School 574 Bell Road, Antioch 37013
Father Ryan High School 700 Norwood Drive, Nashville 37204
Franklin Road Academy 4700 Franklin Pike, Nashville 37220
Franklin Road Christian School 3124 Franklin Road, Murfreesboro 37128
Goodpasture Christian School 619 W. Due West Ave., Madison 37115
Grace Christian Academy 3279 Southall Road, Franklin 37064
Green Hills Child Development 3420 Belmont Blvd., Nashville 37215
Harpeth Hall School 3801 Hobbs Road, Nashville 37215
Hendersonville Christian Academy 260 New Shackle Island Road, Hendersonville, TN 370757
High Hopes
301 High Hopes Ct, Franklin, TN 37064
Holy Rosary Academy 190 Graylynn Drive, Nashville 37214
Ithaca Montessori 901 Old Hickory Blvd, Madison 37115
931-490-4302 (Columbia) 931-486-1002 (Spring Hill) cabulldogs.org
curreyingram.org
davidsonacademy.com
615-383-0661 9-12: 615-301-5400 ensworth.com
esnashville.org
ezellharding.com
fatherryan.org
franklinroadacademy.com
frcsminutemen.com
goodpasture.org
gcalions.com
greenhillschild.com
harpethhall.org
hcacrusaders.com
highhopesforkids.org
holyrosary.edu
615-200-0895 ithacamontessori.net
Lancaster Christian Academy 150 Soccer Way, Smyrna, TN 37167 615-223-0451 lancasterchristianacademy.org
Linden Waldorf School 3201 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville 37215
lindenwaldorf.org
(Spring Hill)
Middle Tennessee Christian School 100 E. MTCS Road, Murfreesboro 37129
Montessori Academy 100 Montessori Drive, Brentwood 37027
Montessori Centre 4608 Granny White Pike, Nashville 37220
Montgomery Bell Academy 4001 Harding Road, Nashville 37205
New Hope Academy
1820 Downs Blvd, Franklin, TN 37064
Nashville Christian School 7555 Sawyer Brown Road, Nashville 37221
Overbrook School 4210 Harding Pike, Nashville 37205
Pope Saint John Paul II Preparatory School 117 Caldwell Drive, Hendersonville 37075
Providence Christian Academy 410 Dejarnette Lane, Murfreesboro 37130
St. Andrew’s-Sewanee School 290 Quintard Road, Sewanee 37375
Saint Ann School 5105 Charlotte Ave., Nashville 37209
St. Cecilia Academy 4210 Harding Pike, Nashville 37205
Saint Edward School 190 Thompson Lane, Nashville 37211
Saint Henry School 6401 Harding Pike, Nashville 37205
Saint Joseph School 1225 Gallatin Road S., Madison 37115
St. Paul Christian Academy 5033 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville 37215
Southern Stars Preschool 910 Wedgewood Ave., Nashville 37203
464 Nichols Lane, Gallatin 37066
Templeton Academy 631 2nd Ave. S, Nashville 37210
private school CHART
615-893-0601 mtcscougars.org
montessoriacad.org
615-373-0897 montessoricentre.org
montgomerybell.edu
615-595-0324 nhafranklin.org
615-356-5600 nashvillechristian.org
overbrook.edu
popeprep.org
providencechristian.com
sasweb.org
saintannparish.com/school
stcecilia.edu
ses.stedward.org
sthenryschool.org
saintjosephschoolnashville.org
stpaulchristianacademy.org
southernstarsmontessori.net
templetonacademy.org
Trinitas Classical Academy 810 Del Rio Pike, Franklin 37064 615-790-8556 tcafranklin.org
University School of Nashville 2000 Edgehill Ave., Nashville 37212
usn.org
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7-12 –where students are taught the value of leadership and character; are equipped with the fundamental tools to succeed in the classroom and beyond; develop an appreciation for the effort required to achieve excellence; and form friendships that last a lifetime.
• Students from 50+ different zip codes and 70+ sending schools.
• 20% of students receive $3 million in need-based financial aid.
• 29 Advanced Placement courses offered.
• 30 National Merit recognized students and 179 AP Scholars.
• 200+ boys participate in school-funded exchanges.
• Nationally-recognized Visual and Performing Arts programs.
• 17 varsity sports competing at the highest level.
• 80+ different clubs and activities.
• 7 to 1 student/teacher ratio.
