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GA is a PreK-12, coed, nonsectarian day school in Fort Washington, PA

Germantown Academy

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GA is for families who seek a strong college preparatory curriculum and diverse opportunities for children to discover their talents and passions.

The History of GA
GA has a 263-year legacy distinguished by our commitment to innovative approaches that continually enhance the educational experience.
Admission
Strong Community
Passionate teachers guide GA students on the path to becoming their best selves from PreK through 12th grade… and beyond.

Strong Values
We offer a thoughtful balance between appropriate challenge and complementary support.
Academics
A Leader in Early Ed
We believe early childhood is the foundation for lifelong learning.

Finding the Right College
Our counselors work closely with Upper School students to find the college that's right for them.
Athletics
Opportunities to compete
GA hosts more than 80 Middle and Upper School sports teams and club programs. With more than 75 percent of the student body participating, Patriots can find their place here.

Facilities That Shine
From our 500+ seat competition gym to our four all-weather turf fields, GA's athletic facilities provide student-athletes with the resources to succeed.
Arts
Confident in Expression
The Arts are one of the key ways we fulfill this core tenet of our Mission.

Belfry Theatre Club
GA's drama club is the oldest continuously running program of its kind in the United States.
Support GA
Our Community of Donors
GA relies on the generosity of our entire school community to make every day a great day.

Red, Black, Blue and YOU!
Annual contributions are critical to meeting the school’s operating budget goals. Gifts, in any amount, directly benefit our students and faculty.

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Directions to Germantown Academy

Germantown Academy is located at 340 Morris Road, Fort Washington, PA 19034. The major roads closest to campus are Bethlehem Pike, Pennsylvania Avenue, and Butler Pike. The campus is conveniently located near the Pennsylvania Turnpike and Route 309.

FROM PHILADELPHIA/MAIN LINE

Take I-76W (Schuylkill Expressway). Take exit 331 B and merge onto I-476N (Blue Route). Take the exit onto I-276E (Pennsylvania Turnpike). Take exit 339 for Route 309 toward Ambler/Philadelphia/Ft. Washington. Do not get onto Rt. 309. Stay left after the toll booth and continue forward to Pennsylvania Avenue, merging right onto Pennsylvania Avenue. Turn left at Bethlehem Pike. Turn right at Lafayette Avenue Connector. The school will be through the traffic light in front of you. The main entrance to the school is in The Korman Family Pavilion which connects the Middle and Upper Schools. Visitor parking is available in front of The Pavilion in designated spaces. Please check in with the Pavilion Coordinator upon arrival. *Families visiting the Admission Office will be notified of specific parking instructions for their visit.

FROM POINTS NORTH (EG. DOYLESTOWN)

Take Route 309 South. Get off at the Ambler/Ft. Washington Exit. Merge right onto Pennsylvania Avenue. Proceed as above.

FROM POINTS SOUTH
Take 611 North to I-276 West (Pennsylvania Turnpike). Take exit 339 for Route 309 toward Ambler/Philadelphia/Ft. Washington. Proceed as above.