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How do you design learning to empower students to be able to “connect the dots”? Or, even more profound, how do you empower students to design the dots to be connected? The pace of change and the accessibility of information can feel overwhelming but learning the skills to synthesize information, think critically, and use their skills to make connections and apply learning is the hallmark of St. Andrew’s education...

A community is more than the sharing of space; it is a commitment to using that space and its resources for a common purpose—and collectively working toward that goal. At St. Andrew’s School, this purpose is guided by our mission...

In the Lower School at St. Andrew’s, meaningful learning is rooted in experience. From Pre-K3 through fourth grade, students engage in arts and athletics that not only reinforce academic concepts but also build creativity, collaboration, and confidence. Through coordinated efforts between enrichment teachers, classroom teachers, and after-school programs, students are given diverse opportunities to explore their interests and develop foundational skills. These hands-on experiences help spark a lasting passion for learning—creating the kinds of memorable moments that stay with students long after they leave the Lower School.

At St. Andrew’s, 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 the earliest grades through graduation, students cultivate the ten IB traits—such as being inquirers, communicators, and caring individuals—not only in academics but in daily interactions, service projects, and personal growth. Lower School focuses on curiosity and compassion, Middle School fosters intellectual independence and ethics, and Upper School prepares students to lead with integrity on a global scale. The Learner Profile reflects the school’s mission: to know students deeply, challenge them thoughtfully, and prepare them for life.

Ever wonder why St. Andrew’s School has a Scottish heritage component?

In 1974, the governing board of Independent Presbyterian Church saw a need for another quality college preparatory school in Savannah. A site was secured on Wilmington Island.

The church relinquished ownership of the school so that it could become an independent, nonprofit institution. However, the newly formed board of trustees appreciated the Presbyterian church’s Scottish heritage and wanted the new school to have some roots to hold on to. The traditional Scottish values of community, hard work, and high standards were a perfect fit for the new school in Savannah.

At St. Andrew’s School, learning is active, meaningful, and connected to the real world. Grounded in a constructivist approach, our PK-12 community values hands-on, interdisciplinary learning guided by talented faculty who bring curriculum to life. Whether through projects, partnerships, or critical thinking across subjects, students are challenged to engage deeply, think creatively, and grow with purpose. This is the St. Andrew’s Advantage—where learning comes to life every day.