SCHOOL SMARTS
From AP and honors courses to championship athletics and STEM programs, Savannah area’s public and private schools provide a variety of educational experiences rooted in excellence and integrity. Find the fit that’s right for your child by using this guide to the area’s top educational institutions.
WHY CHOOSE ST. VINCENT’S ACADEMY:
• St. Vincent’s Academy has been part of Savannah’s landscape for 180 years.
• We continue to thrive in our ever-changing world, educating Women Who Lead in the Sisters of Mercy traditions of academic excellence, leadership and service.
• Our students receive an academically rigorous education in our historic space and benefit from our downtown campus.
• A single-gender classroom environment empowers our young women to answer every question, hold every office and shine in competitive disciplines.
• We encourage all members of our school community to develop and demonstrate responsibility and accountability.
• We lead our students to recognize that their contributions are valued as a part of the larger society.
• We challenge our students to be compassionate women who respond in service to those in need.
• Our graduates lead in their lives with gospel values and Sisters of Mercy core beliefs.
• Our legacy is far-reaching and found in every walk of life across the globe.
Come join us today!
SAVANNAH CLASSICAL ACADEMY
WE’RE AT THE TOP OF THE CLASS IN:
• Literacy and academic outcomes. We have been named a Literacy Leader school by Georgia’s Department of Education.
• Providing a safe and nurturing environment.
• Offering a variety of courses in every grade, band, many co-curricular and extracurricular activities as well as numerous off-campus experiences including travel abroad.
WE’RE PROUD OF OUR STUDENTS FOR:
• Their dedication to continual learning, academic success and commitment to our community service projects that demonstrates dedication to character and civic development.
OUR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT:
• Has academic expectations for all learners.
• Is designed to build supportive relationships with our stakeholders.
• Is complimented regularly by visitors, staff and families.
• Shows that SCA is an excellent school to attend and work within.
OUR PARENTS GET AN A FOR:
• Their commitment to enrolling their children at SCA and actively supporting the school with the Spartan Club.
• High levels of engagement and involvement within the school community.
• Knowing SCA is a premier choice for their children’s education and dedicating their time, energy and effort to support their students’ learning and character development.
OUR MISSION IS:
• To provide every child with a classical and academically rigorous education while instilling a commitment to civic virtue and moral character.
WE TEACH FOR THE FUTURE BY:
• Preparing our students to be involved, educated and successful citizens. Because of the education they received, graduates will be able to navigate today’s competitive society by being able to think critically, work collaboratively with others and act with civic and moral virtue in order to thrive and succeed throughout adulthood.
SAVANNAH COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL
DISCOVER THE COUNTRY DAY DIFFERENCE
824 STILLWOOD DRIVE 912.925.8800 | SAVCDS.ORG
THE EXPERIENCE:
• Faculty, student advisers and counselors work with students and parents to chart a path for individual student success.
• Over 75% of faculty have advanced degrees.
• 7:1 student-to-teacher ratios foster individualized attention.
• Competitive athletics program, with more than 50 teams in 15 sports and more than 80 percent of Middle/Upper School students participating in athletics.
• Award-winning fine and performing arts program includes visual art, chorus, jazz band, theatre, photography, orchestra, ceramics, jewelry and technology-based digital art.
• Our Learning Support Team of 12 specialists provides one-on-one support for students with learning differences.
• College Counseling Office works with families to navigate college admissions process starting in ninth grade.
• Clubs and activities include Quiz Bowl, Mock Trial, Fencing, Math Club, Robotics and more.
• One of six member schools in Georgia in Global Online Academy, a consortium that provides students with more than 45 additional course offerings, including Game Design, Bioethics, Business Problem Solving and more.
THE RESULT:
• Ranked by Niche.com as No. 1 K-12 school in Savannah, No. 1 College Prep School and No.1 STEM High School.
• Our recent graduates have been accepted by more than 100 colleges and universities including Brown, Cornell, Duke, Georgetown, Harvard, Johns Hopkins, NYU, UVA, UNC, Princeton and Vanderbilt.
• SCDS has sent more students to the University of Georgia and Georgia Tech than any other school in Savannah.
• Once in college, our students consistently outperform their peers from other area schools.
• Our seniors annually average almost $5 million in scholarships — in addition to HOPE.
• 88% pass rate on Advanced Placement exams.
HANCOCK DAY SCHOOL
ROOTS TO GROW … WINGS TO FLY
THE HANCOCK DAY SCHOOL EXPERIENCE:
• We offer an unparalleled educational experience in the Savannah area. With a challenging curriculum and a nurturing environment, Hancock prepares students not only to excel academically but also to lead with confidence, resilience and integrity both in the classroom and in life.
• Students benefit from small class sizes and the unwavering dedication of highly qualified faculty. This personalized approach ensures that every student is seen, heard and supported. With numerous opportunities for independent inquiry, students are encouraged to think critically, solve problems creatively and cultivate a love for learning that lasts a lifetime.
• A wide range of extracurricular activities, from athletics to the arts, allows students to explore their interests and talents while fostering physical, mental and emotional growth. All of this takes place on a campus where students feel empowered to take risks and embrace challenges, knowing they are part of a supportive community.
WE SEEK EXCEPTIONAL STUDENTS:
• Hancock Day School welcomes applications from inquisitive, motivated and determined students entering pre-K through eighth grade. We seek students who are eager to engage deeply in their learning and who demonstrate the grit and perseverance to tackle challenges with enthusiasm.
• Our students come from diverse backgrounds but share a common commitment to personal growth and academic excellence. Together, they create a vibrant and dynamic community.
LEARN MORE ABOUT HANCOCK:
• Choosing the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions your family will make, and we are here to help. We invite you to discover what makes Hancock Day School truly unique. Schedule a tour of our campus and experience firsthand the engaging and welcoming environment that defines Hancock. Meet our incredible faculty, explore our classrooms and see how our students thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
• For more information or to schedule a tour, contact Director of Enrollment Management Cindy Drew at 912.351.4500 or cdrew@hancockdayschool.org.
BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL
1003
OUR MISSION:
• Rooted in faith and committed to academic excellence, the community of Blessed Sacrament Catholic School prepares and empowers children to lead, love and serve God, the Church and the world.
WHY CHOOSE BLESSED SACRAMENT?
• Family Atmosphere: Nurturing environment, supportive teachers and parents actively involved in our community. We focus on a safe learning environment that encourages independence and self-efficacy.
• Tradition: Established in 1939, we are the oldest Catholic school operating in the Savannah Deanery.
• The Curriculum: Designed to support students to fulfil their highest potential, our curriculum and pedagogy differentiates to support individual learning.
• Facilities: Include a new regulation gym, media lab, broadcast news center, science lab, STEAM lab, art room and cafeteria/kitchen.
• Enrichment: Art, Music, PE, Media and Technology
• Extended Day: Before/after-school childcare program. Local organizations work with our after-school program so that students can enjoy different athletic, dance, etiquette and elective-style courses.
• Technology: One-to-one Chromebooks (5-8), iPads (PreK-4), and SMART Boards and IPEVO cameras in every classroom
• Online Learning Platforms: Google Classroom and individualized online programs to ensure skill mastery and student engagement.
• Individual Student Needs: Flexible grouping, small class sizes for math and reading and learning support (PreK-8).
• Athletic Programs: Competition and skill development teams (5-8) in volleyball, football, cheerleading, basketball, golf, soccer, cross-country, track, baseball and swimming.
TYBEE ISLAND MARITIME ACADEMY
OUR ORIGIN STORY:
Tybee Island didn’t have a public school for 25 years after Tybee Elementary closed in the late ’80s. When St. Michael’s Catholic School closed in 2011, the City of Tybee and its community wanted a school back on the island. Members of the community approached SavannahChatham County Public Schools, which gave them the idea to open a charter school as a public school option. TIMA opened in 2013.
THE MEANING BEHIND OUR SYMBOLS:
Our school mascot, the “Tide,” is a dynamic wave that represents strength and resilience. Our slogan, “The Tide Is Rising,” underscores the momentum and growth of our school community, particularly as we expanded our focus on athletics, which provide students with opportunities to build character, develop teamwork skills and cultivate school spirit. Together, the wave and the slogan remind us that we are stronger when we move forward as one.
OUR FAVORITE TRADITIONS:
• Tybee Idol
• Science Fair
• Future City Competition
• World Kindness Day Celebration
• Journey to the Depths Bike/Walk a-thon
SOME PEOPLE ARE SURPRISED TO LEARN:
• We are a public school with charter buses for transportation.
• There are no entrance requirements.
• Flip flops and sunscreen are on the school supply list.
ALL TIMA STUDENTS LEARN FROM DAY 1:
They will be encouraged to embrace challenges with curiosity and determination, work closely with classmates to solve problems and grow intellectually and personally as they learn alongside their teachers. We ensure our students know their growth isn’t just about academic success; it’s about becoming confident, innovative thinkers who make meaningful contributions to the world around them.
QUINTESSENTIAL STUDENT EXPERIENCES AT TIMA: Water testing in the marsh, recess on the beach and sea turtle nest excavations.
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL
CHATHAM ACADEMY
SAVANNAH’S PREMIER SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIFIC LEARNING DISABILITIES
OUR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IS:
Caring, encouraging and challenging. St. James Catholic School challenges students to reach their highest potential in the atmosphere of a Catholic, Christian community. Through guidance from the Immaculate Heart of Mary sisters, students are prepared for a life of learning and service to God. Students are encouraged to thrive in a way that stimulates academic excellence, high moral standards and personal responsibility.
OUR MISSION IS TO TEACH:
In a Christian atmosphere that nurtures a strong academic program that is caring and disciplined, conducive to learning, and provides activities that cultivate the importance of life, values, morality and ethics. St. James School is dedicated to Christian principles rooted in the Catholic tradition.
WE TEACH FOR THE FUTURE BY:
Recognizing the importance of studying faith, the arts, technology, foreign language and physical education. Our curriculum allows our students to have the opportunity to succeed in numerous subjects and activities, so teachers can educate the mind of each individual student.
DISCOVER THE DIFFERENCE:
At Chatham Academy, we provide an environment where students with specific learning disabilities such as dyslexia and ADHD can thrive. We pride ourselves in turning challenges into successes for those who have struggled in traditional settings.
SPECIALIZED LEARNING:
For over a decade, we have used the Orton-Gillingham approach to help students master reading, writing and spelling, transforming the lives of countless learners. Our curriculum includes executive functioning skills, direct instruction and hands-on, project-based learning.
THE CONNECTION CENTER:
This dedicated space for students with ASD1 combines academics and ABA behavioral support into the learning plan to best meet the goals of each student.
LIFE-LONG LEARNING:
Our individualized approach unlocks each student’s potential, building academic confidence and skills for lifelong success.
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• Brock* 1804 Stratford St., 31401 912.395.5300
• Butler* 1909 Cynthia St., 31415 912.395.2525
• Coastal Empire Montessori (Charter) 301 Buckhalter Road, 31405 cemco.org 912.395.4070
• Early Learning Center at Henderson E. Formey Jr. School* 400 East Broad St., 31401 912.395.5500
• Gadsden* 919 May St., 31415 912.395.5940
• Garden City 4037 Kessler Ave., Garden City, 31408 912.395.6820
• Gould* 4910 Pineland Drive, 31405 912.395.5400
• Haven* 5111 Dillon Ave., 31405 912.395.6501
• Heard* 414 Lee Blvd., 31405 912.395.6630
• Hodge* 975 Clinch St., 31405 912.395.5200
• May Howard* 115 Wilmington Island Road, 31410 912.395.3925
• School of Humanities at Juliette Gordon Low* 15 Blue Ridge Ave., 31404 912.395.6380
• Marshpoint* 135 Whitemarsh Island Road, 31410 912.395.4000
• Pooler* 308 Holly Ave., Pooler, 31322 912.395.3625
• Jacob G. Smith* 5330 Montgomery St.*** 912.395.6530
• Southwest* 6020 Ogeechee Road, 31419 912.395.3301
• Susie King Taylor Community School (Charter, K–5) 1709 Bull St., 31401 912.395.4200
• West Chatham* 820 Pine Barren Road, Pooler, 31322 912.395.3600
• White Bluff* 9902 White Bluff Road, 31405 912.395.3325
• A.B. Williams 1150 Wheaton St., 31404 912.395.2500
• Windsor Forest* 414 Briarcliff Circle, 31419 912.395.3353
KINDERGARTEN–8THADDRESS PHONE
• Ellis Montessori Academy* 220 E. 49th St., 31405 912.395.5470
• Garrison* 649 W. Jones St., 31401 912.395.5975
• Georgetown 1516 King George Blvd., 31419 912.395.3475
• Godley Station 2135 Benton Blvd., Pooler, 31407 912.395.6000
• Hesse* 911 Whitefield ve., 31 0 912.395.6440
• Isle of Hope* 100 Parkersburg Road, 31406 912.395.6555
• New Hampstead* 1700 Highgate Blvd., Bloomingdale, 31302 912.395.6200
• Pulaski* 1001 Tibet Ave., 31419 912.395.6466
• Rice Creek 100 Mullberry Ave., Port Wentworth, 31407 912.395.4100
• Tybee Maritime Academy (Charter) 714 Lovell Ave. Tybee Island, 31328 tybeeislandmaritimeacademy.com 912.395.4060
KINDERGARTEN–12THADDRESS PHONE
• Savannah Classical Academy 705 E. Anderson St., 31401 savannahclassicalacademy.org 912.395.4040
School chart information reflects most recently updated information as of press time.
PRIVATE SCHOOLS
• Acton Savannah 2 Saint Thomas Ave., Isle of Hope, 31406 actonsavannah.com, 912.226.2686
• Advance Academy at Matthew Reardon Center for Autism 11500 Middleground Road, 31419 matthewreardon.org, 912.355.9098
• Advanced Academics Academy 405 W. US 80, Suite 104, Pooler, 31322 advancedacademicsacademy.com, 912.348.2017
• Angel Learning Center 178 Basswood Drive, 31407 angellearningsavannah.com, 912.228.8228
• Benedictine Military School 6502 Seawright Drive, 31406 thebc400.com, 912.644.7000
• Bethesda Academy 9520 Ferguson Ave., 31406 bethesdaacademy.org, 912.351.2068
• Blessed Sacrament Catholic School 1003 E. Victory Drive, 31405 bss-savannah.org, 912.356.6987
• Calvary Day School 4625 Waters Ave., 31404 calvarydayschool.com, 912.351.2299
• Chatham Academy at Royce 4 Oglethorpe Professional Blvd., 31406 chathamacademy.com, 912.354.4047
• The Habersham School 4700 Skidaway Road, Building B, 31404 thehabershamschool.org, 912.509.0540
• Hancock Day School 6600 Howard Foss Drive, 31406 hancockdayschool.org, 912.351.4500
• In His Arms Educational Center 7816 U.S. 80 E., 31410 inhisarmsdaycare.com, 912.897.6826
• Kidzplace Child Development Center 2826 U.S. 80 W., Garden City, 31408 912.596.4886
• Memorial Day School 6500 Habersham St., 31405 memorialdayschool.com, 912.352.4535
years
years
Pre-K–8
–
(6–12 years)
9–12 (male)
6–12 (male)
Pre-K–8
6 weeks–12th grade
1–12/PG for students with LD/ Dyslexia/ADHD
Pre-K4–12
Pre-K–8
6 weeks–12 years
Infant–12 years
Pre-K–12 Daycare
$689/month (K–8 half day, Pre-K half day [under age 5]); $989/month (K–8 full day) Under 100 None
$16,000 active Catholic, plus fees; $17,500 non-Catholic, plus fees
$9,000 (Goal Scholarship available)
Catholic Cognia, GHSA, GISA, NCEA, SAIS
Nondenominational Cognia, NAIS, SACS, SCISA
$7,495 Catholic $9,815 non-Catholic (Multiple-child discount for Catholics) 462 Catholic Cognia
$11,700 (Pre-K3 & younger);
$10,500 (Pre-K); $11,710 (K); $12,315 (1–5); $12,755 (6–8); $12,975 (9–12) (Inquire about discounts and fees)
$22,712
$990/month (Pre-K4)
$1,120/month (K)
$1,215/month (1–6)
$1,240/month (7–8)
$1,260/month (9
$12,250 (Pre-K)
$13,000 (K–5)
$13,500 (6–8)
$150/week (6 weeks–2 years)
$135/week (2–4 years)
$55/week (4–12 years)
1,345 (ELC and school) Christian ACSI, Cognia, GHSA, GISA, NAIS, SAIS
110
None Cognia, GISA, SAIS
201 Christian Nondenominational
ACSI, CLSA, GAC, GAPPS, SCL
460 Judeo-Christian AdvancED, GISA, NAIS, SACS, SAIS
103 Christian Nondenominational Bright from the Start
$110–$145 weekly Christian
$8,000-$9,500; $175/week (daycare) 225
• Montessori Academy of Savannah Inc. 8415 Cresthill Ave., 31406 912.355.2000 (Age 2–Pre-K) Half- and full-day programs Call for pricing
Christian Nondenominational Cognia, GAC, GISA
65 None
Pan American Montessori Certified
PRIVATE SCHOOLS
• Rambam Day School 111 Atlas St., 31405 rambamdayschool.org, 912.352.7994
• St. Andrew’s School 601 Penn Waller Road, 31410 saslions.com, 912.897.4941
• St. James Catholic School 8 1 Whitefield ve., 31 0 stjameschargers.com, 912.355.3132
• St. Paul’s Lutheran Preschool 10 W. 31st St., 31401 splpreschool.com, 912.234.4255
• St. Peter the Apostle Catholic School 7020 Concord Road, 31410 school.saintpetertheapostle.com, 912.897.5224
• St. Vincent’s Academy 207 E. Liberty St., 31401 svaga.net, 91 . 3 . 08
• Savannah Christian Preparatory School 1599 Chatham Parkway, 31408 savcps.com 912.234.1653
• Savannah Country Day School 824 Stillwood Road, 31419 savcds.org, 91 .9 .8800
• Savannah Legacy Academy 1010 E. 36th St., 31401 savlegacyacademy.com, 91 . 1.9
• Urban Christian Academy 0 C Blvd., 31 0 , 91 . 3 . 10
Age 2–8th grade
Pre-K–12
Pre-K–8, Early Learning Center for ages 1–3 years
6 weeks–4 years
Pre-K3–8
9–12 (all female, nonboarding)
Pre-K–12, Daycare/ Preschool (6 weeks–4 years)
Jr. K–12 (6 weeks–4 years at The Little School)
• Veritas Academy 207 Bull St., 31401 veritassav.org, 91 . 38.1 Pre-K–12
EDUCATIONAL SERVICES
$6,100 (2- and 3-year-olds)
$12,200 (Pre-K-4)
$12,800 (5-8) (Plus registration, maintenance & technology fees)
$11,650 (Pre-K 3 & 4);
$12,900 (K); $15,625 (1-4); $18,600 (5-8); $20,075 (9-10)
$20,500 (11-12) (tuition includes lunch)
$7,600 Catholic
$9,870 non-Catholic (multiple-child discounts)
$165/week (6 weeks–2 years)
$150/week (3–4 years)
$6,657 Catholic
$8,117 non-Catholic (multiple-child discounts)
$10,525 Catholic (multiple-child discounts)
$12,730 non-Catholic
$7,780 (Pre-K & K morning);
$13,080 (Pre-K & K full day);
$13,220 (1–5); $13,950 (6–7); $14,050 (8); $14,230 (9–12);
$18,750 (Jr. K & K);
$21,750 (1-5); $24,600 (6-8); $24,825 (9-12); (tuition includes lunch)
(K–12)
$4,455 (Pre-K 3-day); $6,070 (Pre-K 5-day & K); $8,830 (1–6); $10,055 (7–12)
Nonsectarian GISA, IB World School, NAIS, SAIS, SACS
Catholic Cognia
Christian Nondenominational Quality Rated 3–Star School
Catholic Cognia, CASI, NCA, NWAC, SACS,
Cognia and SAIS; Members of GISA, MESA, NCEA, GHSA
Christian Nondenominational Cognia, CESA, GISA, SAIS
SACS, SAIS
• The Bunny Hive
• Class 101
• Deep Center 2002 Bull St., 31401
kgschoolofmusic.com/homeschool Kramer Consulting LLC
• • • Mathnasium Locations in midtown, Pooler and the islands
• Royce Learning Center/ Chatham Academy glethorpe Professional Blvd., 31 0
• Savannah Educational Consultants 130 Tibet ve., Suite 103, 31 0
theflexiblebehaviorist.com
mathnasium.com
roycelearningcenter.org chathamacademy.com
savannaheducationalconsultants.com
COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES
• olumbia ollege of issouri unter rmy irfield ccis.edu/hunter
• mbry iddle eronautical niversity worldwide.erau.edu/locations/savannah
• eorgia outhern niversity georgiasouthern.edu; Statesboro: 912.478.4636; Armstrong: 912.344.2576; Liberty: 912.877.1906
• eorgia ech rofessional ducation avannah pe.gatech.edu
• edical ollege of eorgia ugusta University of Georgia Southern Partnership augusta.edu
• ercer niversity chool of edicine avannah ampus medicine.mercer.edu
Box 42119, Hunter AAF, 31409
Southern Junction Blvd., Bldg. 200, Suite 204, Pooler, 31322
Circle, 31407
Reynolds St., Suite 203, 31405
ational niversity nu.edu 9388 Lightwave Ave., San Diego, CA,
• oint niversity point.edu/savannah
• Ralston College ralston.ac; ralstoncollege@ralston.ac
• aint eo niversity at avannah saintleo.edu
avannah ollege of rt and esign scad.edu
• avannah echnical ollege savannahtech.edu
• outh niversity southuniversity.edu 709 Mall Blvd., 31406
• trayer niversity strayer.edu/campus/savannah
• roy niversity troy.edu
• niversity of eorgia ida ay nstitute of ceanography skio.uga.edu
niversity of outh arolina eaufort uscb.edu 1 University Blvd., Bluffton, SC, 29909 801 Carteret St., Beaufort, SC, 29902 1 Sand Shark Drive, Hilton Head, SC, 29928
• ebster niversity webster.edu/georgia P.O. Box 42029, Hunter AAF, 31409 P.O. Box 3209, Fort Stewart, 31315
(civilian undergrad)
(civilian grad)
(military grad)
(Hunter)
(Fort Stewart)
• oadmaster rivers chool of avannah roadmaster.com
• avannah viation savannahaviation.com
• avannah ine nstitute savannahwineinstitute.com
or ource eorgia echnical ollege System of Georgia tcsg.edu/worksource
