Welcome to Highlands

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.

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 Highlands Way" is an integral part of everyday life in the Highlands School community. You can read more about it here.

This is just the tip of the iceberg. There is much more to learn and experience about the adventure that stimulates a lifetime love of learning. If you are new to the independent school experience, we encourage you to explore The Parents’ Guide published by the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS).

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. Ready to apply now? If so, click here! Otherwise, explore our website and reach out with questions.