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What is the Galloway's mission and philosophy?
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The school’s mission is to develop a diverse community of learners who support the concept of solid performance, to create an environment that places a high premium on human dignity and common decency, and to instill a lifelong interest in learning.
The Galloway School's philosophy encourages academic excellence while maintaining a student-centered focus. Our students set and achieve goals based on individual striving for excellence rather than in competition with others.
Students at Galloway pursue a strong academic curriculum and are guided by teachers and staff to make their own decisions about their education. The value placed on the unique qualities of each child is reflected in small classes, personal interaction between students and teachers, and flexibility in planning the best learning approach. Teaching and learning is a community enterprise: students, faculty, administration and parents are all partners in this venture.
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How many faculty members are there and what is the faculty to student ratio?
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There are 103 total faculty members with an average of ten years of teaching at The Galloway School. Six hold doctoral degrees, 58 master’s degrees, one specialist’s degree and one national teacher certification. The ratio is one full-time faculty to eight students.
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How many Galloway students are there and who are they?
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There are 715 students, representing 567 families in 56 ZIP codes. Fifteen percent are minority students.
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What is your average class size?
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The average class size is 15 students.
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What is the cost of tuition?
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Tuition cost by age/grade is as follows:
3-year-old Program: $10,240
Pre-Kindergarten: $13,190
Kindergarten: $14,890
Full day through Grade 4: $16,620
Grades 5 and 6: $16,810
Grades 7 through 12: $17,720
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Is Galloway affiliated with a religion?
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The Galloway School is nonsectarian and respects the beliefs of all members of the community.
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Are students required to wear uniforms?
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Galloway does not have a school uniform or a formal dress code. Students are expected to wear appropriate and functional attire.
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Does Galloway offer after-school programs?
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Programs that include various activities from supervised study to art and computer classes are available for students age 3 through grade eight. Older students may participate in interscholastic sports or drama after school. Summer school and summer camp are also offered.
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Can you tell me more about the school's campus and facilities?
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The 8.2-acre campus includes five main buildings: the Richard C. Gresham Building, built in 1911; the W. King Sims Early Learning Center, built in 1988; the Carolyn and Ross Arnold Classroom Building and the gymnasium, built in 1996; and the Chaddick Center for the Arts, built in 2003. A 12-acre athletics complex near the school opened in spring of 2007. The school’s library maintains more than 20,000 volumes and is fully networked (as are all buildings and levels of the school) and subscribes to more than 20 electronic databases for students and faculty.
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Is your school accredited?
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The school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and belongs to NAIS, SAIS, AAAIS and GISA.
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What organized sports does Galloway offer?
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Students in second through sixth grades may participate in after-school intramural sports including Tartan Trotters and Junior Scots basketball and soccer.
Starting in 7th grade, boys and girls may participate in the following interscholastic sports: cross country, soccer, basketball, swimming, tennis, track, volleyball, baseball, golf, and softball.
Upper Learning students are eligible to participate, provided they meet the Georgia High School Association eligibility requirements of passing at least five courses in the semester immediately prior to the semester in which they plan to participate.
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Where are you located?
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The Galloway School is located at:
215 West Wieuca Road, NW (in Chastain Park)
Atlanta, GA 30342
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Does the school provide transportation?
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No, but most families carpool. Carpool information is disseminated via summer mailings and during your new parent/student level orientations just prior to the start of the school year.
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Who should I contact for general information?
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The school’s main number is 404.252.8389, or you can email info@gallowayschool.org for more information.
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Who do I contact in case of an emergency?
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Head of School's Office: Sheryll Doiron 404.252.8389, ext. 107; Fax: 404.252.7770
Early Learning: Donna McIntosh 404.252.8389, ext. 108; Fax: 404.252.1675
Middle Learning: Jacqueline Van 404.252.8389, ext. 141; Fax: 404.267.1836
Upper Learning: Cathy Russell 404.252.8389, ext. 102; Fax: 404.252.7770
School Nurse: Rhonda Kimbrell 404.252.8389, ext. 132
GASP Director: Jay Woodruff 404.252.8389, ext. 178
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What about inclement weather announcements?
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If there is a change in the schedule or the school is closed, an automated call will be sent to all home phone numbers. Announcements will be made in the following media outlets:
Television channels: ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC
Radio stations: 640 AM, 750 AM, 94.9 FM and 98.5 FM
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What are school hours?
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School hours by age/grade are as follows:
Early Learning 3-year-olds: 8:15 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Early Learning 4-year-olds: 8:15 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
5-year-olds: 8:15 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Full Day Program: 8:15 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Middle and Upper Learning attend classes from 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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Is financial aid available?
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Yes. If you are interested in obtaining financial aid, please contact the Office of Admission during the admission process for further information and application requirements. About ten percent of our students receive financial aid.
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Is there anything else I should know about The Galloway School?
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More than 1.500 students have graduated from The Galloway School since the first class graduated in 1971. The class of 2009 includes 50 students. The school’s retention rate exceeds 90 percent.
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What about employment opportunities at The Galloway School?
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Please send a letter of interest and resume via email to:
Sheryll Doiron
Email: s.doiron@gallowayschool.org
If mailing the required documents, send to:
The Galloway School
Attention: Sheryll Doiron
215 West Wieuca Road, NW
Atlanta, GA 30342
Resumes are kept on file for six months. All current job openings can be viewed at the Georgia Independent School Association (GISA) website.