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St. Andrew's School

United States, Savannah

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The school at a glance
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 480
Type Co-educational
Opened 1947
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP)
Taught languages Spanish, French
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction

St. Andrew's School in Savannah is a Pre-K through 12 private college preparatory school rooted in Scottish heritage. The Upper School offers the IB Diploma Programme, while the entire campus embraces the IB Learner Profile through a constructivist, hands-on, interdisciplinary approach from early childhood onward. Small class sizes and a 9:1 student–teacher ratio support personalized learning. Enrichment in arts, athletics, and service runs alongside a college counseling program. Facilities include two gymnasiums, an athletic field house with a weight room, turf fields for softball, baseball, lacrosse, and soccer, plus a dance studio and Fine Arts Studios. Band and orchestra are active; the Lower School Musical is a signature experience. Spanish begins in Lower School with continued language study in Middle School; Passport to Knowledge links academics with culture and service. Events such as Scottish Games and Homecoming Week foster community, while a Sophomore Internship and a college counselor assist planning postsecondary goals.

601 Penn Waller Rd, Savannah, GA 31410, United States

The Essentials

St. Andrew's School has 480 pupils.

Location
601 Penn Waller Rd, Savannah, GA 31410, United States. Savannah, Georgia. The campus is accessible by major roads. Morning bus service to centralized locations is available for an annual fee; afternoon and door-to-door service may be available for an additional fee.

Stages
Lower School, Middle School, Upper School. It serves students from age 3 through Grade 12.

Type
private, independent college preparatory school.

Additional learning support
MS/US Learning Resource Center provides learning support; Tricia Sherman is the MS/US Learning Resource Center Coordinator.

Country affiliation
United States

Bus service
Morning bus service to centralized locations with an annual fee of $440; afternoon and door-to-door service may be available for an additional fee.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
The school uses Sage Dining Services for meals and publishes a lunch menu.

House System
Every student becomes part of a Scottish Clan on arrival. The six clans are CHISHOLM, CAMPBELL, MACDONALD, MACDUFF, MACPHERSON, and STEWART. The Scottish Games Day and the Clan partnership foster cross-grade mentorship and belonging.

Governance and Ownership
St. Andrew's School is an independent nonprofit institution governed by a board of trustees; Independent Presbyterian Church relinquished ownership when the school became independent.
Fees
Application fee

- An application fee of USD 150 is charged per applicant and is required to submit an application.

Registration fee and enrollment deposit

- Registration fee: USD 200 for Pre‑K and Kindergarten; USD 500 for Grades 1–12.
- Enrollment deposit: 5% of the tuition amount is due with the enrollment contract.

Annual tuition (by school year group)

- Pre‑K 3 & 4: USD 12,290 per year.
- Kindergarten: USD 13,610 per year.
- Grades 1–4: USD 16,480 per year.
- Grades 5–8: USD 19,620 per year.
- Grades 9–10: USD 21,180 per year.
- Grades 11–12: USD 21,630 per year.

Payment plans, billing schedule, and payment terms

- Payment frequency options: annual (one payment), biannual (two payments), or monthly payment plans.
- Common schedule examples:
- One‑payment option (annual): full tuition due on the single payment date (eligible for the stated one‑time payment discount when applicable).
- Two‑payment option (biannual): two equal debits (commonly 50% on the summer billing date and 50% on the winter billing date).
- Monthly option: automatic monthly debits over the school year (example schedule shows monthly debits from August through June, with the deposit collected at contract).
- Tuition Refund Insurance (TRI) is available and is required for families on deferred payment plans; the TRI charge is calculated as a percentage of tuition and is included with the first tuition payment when applicable.

Technology, meals, and program fees

- Technology fees: specified technology fees apply by grade where not already included in tuition (examples shown in the schedule include USD 200 for some lower grades and USD 400–600 for upper grades).
- Meals: lunch service is included in tuition for the listed grades; the tuition figures reflect the included lunch allowance. Example lunch value components shown in the schedule: approximately USD 1,250 annually for Kindergarten–Grade 4, USD 1,450 for Grades 5–8, and USD 1,650 for Grades 9–12.
- International Baccalaureate exam fees apply for IB candidates (example exam fee listed in the schedule is USD 150 per exam for upper‑level candidates).

Transportation and optional services

- Morning centralized bus service: USD 400 annually.
- Afternoon or one‑way door‑to‑door service and round‑trip door‑to‑door options are available at higher annual fees (examples shown: USD 1,600 for one‑way door‑to‑door; USD 2,200 for round‑trip door‑to‑door).
- Extended programs (summer camp and specialty camp) are available at additional cost (examples: full‑day summer camp USD 280 per week; specialty camps USD 175 each; extended care USD 50 per week).

Other potential costs

- Field trips and many grade‑level academic expeditions are included in tuition for the grades specified on the schedule; variable or optional trips may carry additional charges.
- Additional optional fees (athletic equipment, arts supplies for specialty courses, some extracurricular activities) may apply depending on program participation; amounts vary by activity and are billed separately when required.

Refunds and tuition protection

- Tuition Refund Insurance (TRI) provides coverage in the event of qualifying withdrawals. Example provisions shown in the schedule include: 100% of unused tuition covered for medical withdrawals extending beyond a specified continuous period, and 50% of unused tuition covered for qualifying non‑medical withdrawals after a minimum attendance period. The TRI premium is charged as a percentage of tuition and is remitted with the first tuition payment when TRI is required.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not offered; there are no boarding fees.

Fee payment options and accepted methods

- Accepted billing options include one‑time (annual), two‑payment (biannual), and monthly automatic debit plans; payments are processed via the school's payment plan system and scheduled automatic debits.

Summary of immediate amounts due at enrollment

- Application fee: USD 150 (per applicant).
- Registration fee: USD 200 (Pre‑K/Kindergarten) or USD 500 (Grades 1–12).
- Enrollment deposit: 5% of the student's tuition, due with the contract.

If a specific payment plan or the exact monthly/biannual debit amounts are needed for a given grade, the Payment Plan Schedule provides the precise billed amounts for each option and grade.
Academics

St. Andrew's School teaches IB (DP).

Curriculum
St. Andrew's serves Pre-K through 12th grade. The IB Learner Profile shapes student development across all grades—not just in the Upper School where the official IB World School designation applies. From early childhood through graduation, hands-on, interdisciplinary learning is emphasized within a constructivist approach. Lower School emphasizes curiosity and compassion; Middle School fosters intellectual independence and ethics; Upper School prepares students to lead with integrity on a global scale. Enrichment programs, arts, athletics, and extracurricular activities complement academics, and personalized college counseling helps students prepare for life after graduation.

Student Teacher Ratio
Small class sizes support personalized attention. 65%+ of full-time teachers hold advanced degrees.

Higher Education Progression
Three-year UGA acceptance rate is about 72% for SAS applicants (vs about 39% for all applicants). The three-year average for HOPE/Zell Miller scholarships is about 81%, with about $3 million in scholarship dollars outside HOPE. Alumni and students earn notable scholarships and honors, including National Merit finalists and other scholarships such as QuestBridge and The Gates Scholarship.

Gifted and Talented
Enrichment programs are offered to extend learning beyond core academics. The IB framework and sustained enrichment opportunities support advanced learners across PK–12.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
St. Andrew's School fosters belonging for every student through diversity, equity, and inclusion. We build programs that examine and respect multiple perspectives to create an inclusive, multicultural community. The school emphasizes respect and tolerance of differences. Mentorship and a deeply supportive environment help students grow socially and emotionally. Upper School assigns each student to an Advisory to support social interactions and self-awareness. A culture of mentorship and relationship-building underpins leadership, empathy, and personal growth across grades.

Mental Wellbeing
A deeply supportive community helps students feel known, seen, and valued. Mentorship plays a central role in building belonging and personal growth. A full-time college counselor provides ongoing guidance for academics and post-secondary planning. The Upper School Advisory program supports social-emotional development and self-awareness. The IB Learner Profile cultivates caring, curious, and principled traits that support personal growth. Student life emphasizes relationships and opportunities for personal development across age groups.

Safeguarding
St. Andrew's School does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or national or ethnic origin in its education policies and programs. Aftercare staff are instructed to immediately report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors or abuse relating to youth.
Parent Experience

History
In 1974, the Independent Presbyterian Church's governing board recognized the need for another quality college-preparatory school in Savannah. A Wilmington Island site was secured. The church relinquished ownership so the school could become an independent nonprofit institution. The trustees embraced the church's Scottish heritage and the traditional Scottish values of community, hard work, and high standards as the school's roots.

Community
St. Andrew's School is committed to creating an environment that builds belonging for every student through diversity, equity and inclusion. This work aligns with the mission to develop engaged, well-rounded individuals by inspiring knowledge, personal integrity, and social consciousness within a supportive educational community. The school examines, respects, and considers all perspectives in the development of academic and extracurricular programming, embracing the differences that make the school unique. The aim is to foster an inclusive environment based on respect, tolerance of differences, and multiculturalism.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Parent involvement plays a vital role in building a strong, connected community at St. Andrew's School. Families can support and engage with school life through service across classrooms, performance halls, and athletic fields. In the Lower School, the Mystery Reader program invites parents to read aloud in classrooms. The Booster Club offers opportunities to volunteer at athletic events, including concessions and team-spirit initiatives. STARS, the Fine Arts Booster Club, connects parents to music, theater, and visual arts programs and invites volunteers for events, gallery installations, and behind-the-scenes support. These programs—and many more—provide meaningful ways to stay involved and contribute to the St. Andrew's experience.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Two gymnasiums are on campus. An athletic field house includes additional classroom space, offices for trainers and coaches, a weight room, locker rooms, and a concession stand. There are two full turf fields for softball, baseball, lacrosse, and soccer, with an expansive outdoor deck offering views of the fields. Dining services are provided by Sage Dining Services.

Sports Facilities
The campus features two on-site gymnasiums for practice and competition. The athletic field house includes classroom space, offices for trainers and coaches, a weight room, locker rooms, and a concession stand. A fitness room and a dance studio support conditioning and movement programs. Two full turf fields accommodate softball, baseball, lacrosse, and soccer, with an expansive outdoor deck overlooking the fields.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Band and orchestra programs are offered on campus. Enrichment programs, arts, athletics, and extracurricular activities are part of student life. Band rehearsals and performances are regular events, illustrating the school's music offerings and opportunities for performance.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Hands-on field trips extend learning beyond the classroom. On-campus Garden, Imagineering Lab, and Fine Arts Studios support hands-on, experiential learning. Lower School offers Spanish, STEM Labs, Technology, Performing and Visual Arts, and PE, with signature experiences like the Lower School Musical and Book Buddies that bring learning to life. Middle and Upper School programs emphasize project-based learning, foreign language study, design & technology, and 1-to-1 technology integration, preparing students for college and beyond.

Arts & Creative
Performing and Visual Arts are integrated across divisions with access to on-campus Fine Arts Studios. The Lower School Musical is a signature arts experience, highlighting early participation in creative works. Arts opportunities span the middle and upper grades through projects, performances, and creative study, integrated with broader learning. These programs cultivate hands-on creative expression throughout the St. Andrew's experience.

Cultural & Language
Spanish is taught in the Lower School and Foreign Language is emphasized in Middle School. Cultural celebrations are part of the learning experience, and language study is complemented by real-world explorations. Passport to Knowledge connects academic lessons with cultural celebrations and service learning, enriching global awareness.

Social & Hobbies
Signature events like Scottish Games and Homecoming Week bring the school together in celebration and friendly competition. Enrichment, clubs, and athletics engage all students, with 100% participation noted in FAST FACTS. The student life program emphasizes community involvement and shared experiences beyond the classroom.

Community & Service
Students engage in meaningful community service that fosters empathy and leadership. Local service projects and global initiatives are part of the school's program, connecting students to the broader world.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership opportunities include Student Government and other leadership programs. Upper School provides a Sophomore Internship Program and a full-time college counselor with SAT prep and annual college tours to support post-secondary planning.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Small class sizes and a 9-to-1 student-teacher ratio support personalized learning across divisions. There is open access to athletics and arts, with Lower School activities including daily recess and PE contributing to overall well-being.
Languages

Language Provision
Spanish is taught as a core language in Middle School. Middle School also offers accelerated language courses. Upper School offers world languages with advanced tracks in ninth and tenth grade, and includes a Spanish Club.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Create an account and submit your application. An online link is sent after account creation to complete the application, and applications for siblings can be submitted at this point. Once the application is processed, a checklist appears in the account to help finalize the process. 2. Application fee. An application fee of $150 per applicant is paid through the online admissions portal and must be paid before a file is submitted to the Admissions Committee. 3. Required documents. Transcript requests are completed in the admissions portal and sent to the applicant's previous schools, with official records returned to St. Andrew's via email, fax, or mail. Teacher recommendations are required: Pre-K 3 through Grade 6 require one teacher recommendation; Grades 7 through 12 require a math and an English teacher recommendation; optional additional recommendations may be submitted and are completed through the portal. 4. Student visit and screening. Pre-K 4 through Grade 1 applicants are scheduled for a student screening; Grades 2 through 12 applicants have a half-day visit with peers, during which teachers evaluate the applicant in class and an informal interview occurs for Grades 5–12. The Admissions Office will contact families to schedule after the application is submitted. Important dates for the 2026/27 school year include: applications open September 2; complete admissions by February 4 (space permitting); screening February 12 for Lower School; decisions emailed during the week of February 17; enrollment contract, registration fee, and deposit due March 6. The school provides need-based financial aid and uses FACTS to evaluate applications; the Financial Aid Committee reviews each case.
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