Upper Learning
Joyful Learning and Hard Work
Upper Learning
"As long as you are willing to behave yourself and try, we will do everything in our power to give you a quality education."Elliott Galloway
In 1969, Mr. Galloway made this commitment to our very first class of graduating students. Since then, Galloway has continued to grow but has remained committed to providing a progressive education that is both relevant and exceptional in a rapidly changing, complex world.
The Upper Learning experience balances the power of experiential education, student-centered classrooms, and meaningful relationships between students and teachers with a challenging curriculum designed to prepare students for higher education and to instill a lasting love of learning. With high expectations and deep trust in our students, we encourage them to discover who they are and to pursue excellence in whatever topics or activities they may find compelling.
Thanks to the rich and varied learning experiences at Galloway, our seniors graduate with distinctive stories, meaningful achievements, and a clear sense of purpose. When they arrive on college campuses, Galloway graduates stand out—not just for what they know, but for who they are and how they engage with the world.
Experiential Learning
Excursion
Excursion at Galloway is a tradition that takes learning beyond the classroom and into the real world. During this two week-long experience, students explore new environments, build strong community bonds, and engage in hands-on, immersive learning that deepens their understanding of themselves and the world around them. Whether camping in Joshua Tree, exploring the museums of Paris, trekking through the Sahara Desert on a camel, or collaborating on service projects here in Atlanta, Excursion is about discovery, connection, and growth.
Outcomes
The most important outcome we seek for our graduates is that they become lifelong learners with respect for others, who are comfortable with complexity, and who lead lives of continual growth and inquiry. As part of that journey, our graduates go to colleges across the country (and globe) and into a wide variety of careers: artists, athletes, scientists, politicians, physicians, entrepreneurs, lawyers, non-profit leaders, and teachers.
Galloway’s Class of 2025 earned admission to an extraordinary range of colleges and universities, rivaling the most competitive prep schools in Atlanta. Our graduates now attend elite research institutions like Brown, Dartmouth, Duke, Northwestern, and the University of Chicago; top liberal arts colleges such as Amherst, Haverford, and Tufts; and renowned arts programs including Rhode Island School of Design, SCAD, and Berklee College of Music. Our student-athletes also signed to play at programs like Georgia Tech, George Washington University, and Sewanee: The University of the South. This breadth of academic, creative, and athletic achievement showcases Galloway’s holistic approach to preparing students for success. We take great pride in the wide range of schools at which our graduates pursue their higher education.
Faculty
In Upper Learning, our faculty are more than educators: they’re mentors, advocates, and champions of every student’s potential. With a deep commitment to meeting students where they are, our teachers ensure that each learner is truly known and genuinely cared for. They create an environment where individual strengths are celebrated, passions are nurtured, and new interests are sparked. By recognizing and supporting the unique journey of every student, our faculty empower learners to grow with confidence, curiosity, and purpose.
Student Life
At Galloway, student life is rooted in strong relationships, mutual respect, and a culture that celebrates individuality. Upper Learning students are empowered to take initiative, think independently, and take ownership of their learning as they grow into confident, capable young adults. While we guide students toward college and future goals, we also invite them to embrace the joy of learning for its own sake—cultivating curiosity, purpose, and meaning along the way. Explore the buttons below to see how Galloway supports each learner’s unique journey.
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