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

Germantown Academy

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About
Welcome!
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 259-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
Everyone Can Play
We have a no-cut policy that encourages Middle and Upper School students to try out different sports and challenge themselves in new ways.
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.

Parents

We have created this Parents Resource Page with links to important information you will use throughout the school year. Updates will occur frequently on the Division News and the Calendars pages, so check back often.

GET INVOLVED! A true bond develops between home and school when parents get involved with life at Germantown Academy. Not only are there a multitude of volunteer opportunities, both all-school and class-specific, but the interaction between faculty, administration and parents becomes a collaboration of interest and love for the children that attend school here. Click on the Parents' Committee logo below and see how you can get involved.

VERACROSS LOGIN

COLLEGE COUNSELING

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS

ANNUAL FUND VOLUNTEERS

WOMEN'S NETWORKING GROUP

CHILD CARE CENTER

Dress Code

Germantown Academy holds to a DRESS CODE for Lower School students, and a GA Gear model for Middle and Upper School students.

Health Office

The school nurse is available to treat students who become injured or suddenly ill. The HEALTH OFFICE is open 7:30am-4pm.

School Store

Located in the Korman Family Pavilion, the SCHOOL STORE is open from 7:30am-3:30pm. Food, clothing and class-related items are available.

NEXDINE

GA's new dining service is NEXDINE. Click on the link for the menus.

To put money in your child's dining account, click MYKIDSSPENDING.