Friends School of Atlanta

The Friends School of Atlanta is a coeducational school offering education and enrichment services to students in prekindergarten to grade eight. The school is located in Decatur, Ga., and is owned and operated by the Society of Friends, also known as Quakers, a religious community. The elementary curriculum includes exploratory programs in various subjects, such as math, reading, phonetic skills and writing. It also offers instructions-based education in social studies, geography, language arts, spelling and math skills. Its middle school program includes courses in various subjects, including prealgebra, algebra and geometry and science. The school also provides a wide range of athletic programs, such as basketball, cheerleading and softball. It also offers various extracurricular activities, such as yoga, drama, strings, piano and art. Its additional services include special education assistance for children with disabilities and counseling. The school is affiliated with various organizations, such as the Atlanta Area Association of Independent Schools and Georgia School-Age Care Association.