An independent private school in Birmingham, Alabama
serving infants through 8th grade
Welcome to Highlands School
Highlands School is an independent school distinguished by our diverse community and a commitment to academic excellence, creative expression, and leadership development. For several years, Highlands has been honored as one of the 50 Best Private Elementary Schools in the country.
We prepare and motivate students to thrive and make positive differences in a constantly-changing, global world. A rigorous, well-rounded, and integrated curriculum encourages and celebrates academic achievement and a love for learning. Teachers challenge every student by matching high academic expectations with individual learning potential.
Focus is placed on the collective physical, social, emotional, creative, and intellectual development of students.
We celebrate and encourage intellectual ability, creativity, problem-solving, critical thinking, health and wellness, character development, and community service by instilling the habits of success in every student. Cultivating a school environment that encourages acceptance, appreciation, respect, and understanding for all citizens of our school and global community is key. As part of this process, students are given many opportunities to share their ideas and academic achievements through public speaking at weekly school community meetings.
The years through eighth grade are fundamental and foundational. Highlands endeavors to celebrate the joy of the journey from infancy to adolescence as a time for developing skills and character.
We look forward to partnering with you throughout the admissions process! Thank you for sharing your family with us,
Tanya Hyatt, Director of Enrollment Management
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Key Admissions Dates for the 2027 - 2028 School year
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| Applications for the 2027-2028 school year open | Sept. 1, 2026 |
| Financial Aid applications open click here for more information on our affordable tuition |
Oct. 1, 2026 |
| Storytime at Highlands Admissions event for rising 4K (Pre-K) and Kindergarten families click here for more information & registration |
Oct. 3, 2026 |
| Experience Highlands: 4K (Pre-K)-8th Grade Open House Prospective parents are invited to campus to observe classrooms and the student experience. See our teachers and students in action! click here for more information & registration |
Ongoing 2026-2027 |
| Experience Highlands: Middle School Open House Prospective AND current parents are invited to campus to observe and ask questions about 6th through 8th grade. Participate in a panel discussion with teachers, students, and admnistrators to glimpse the full Highlands School Middle School experience. click here for more information & registration |
Oct. 13, 2026 |
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Storytime at Highlands: Lunar New Year Celebration |
Feb. 6, 2027 |
If you have any questions or would like additional information regarding our upcoming dates and deadlines, please contact Tanya Hyatt, Director of Enrollment Management, at thyatt@highlandsschool.org.
Tanya Hyatt
Director of Enrollment Management