Woodland Presbyterian School
Tel:
(901)685-0976
- What We Do | Mission We embrace academic excellence, spiritual development, social consciousness, community collaboration, and a positive self-concept.
- Ideas We Live By | Core Operating Principles We provide a safe, nurturing, and Christ-centered learning environment.
- We believe education as a collaborative effort among teachers, students, and their families.
- We seek to prepare our students to be contributing and productive members of society.
- We commit our community to the aim of seeing each child succeed to the greatest of his or her abilities.
Quick Stats (2019-20)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Students: 348 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,658
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Woodland Presbyterian School places among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
- Extracurriculars Most extracurriculars offered
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Other special emphasis association(s) State or regional independent school association Other school association(s) |
| Religious Affiliation | Presbyterian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Nursery/Preschool-8 |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | yes, Gifted & support for learning difficulties |
| Year Founded | 1956 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 348 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 7% State avg.: 16% |
| Students by Grade |
|
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 38 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 9:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 50% |
| Average Class Size | 16 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (School Unifor Required in Grades K-8) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $8,658 |
| Tuition Notes | Little Woodland (2 year old) 7500 Full-time Pre-Kindergarten $6706 (part) /10439 (full) Junior Kindergarten $10439/full-time Senior Kindergarten $10972 Grades 1 - 5 $11898 Grade 6 $12356 Grade 7 - 8 $12856 |
| % on Financial Aid | 30% |
| Admissions Director | Tim Tatum |
| Admissions Associate | Patty Hudson |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 11 sports |
| Sports | Ballet, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field, VolleyballBallet, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 16 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: and Stock Market Game, Creative Art, Fitness, Music, Rocketry Challenge, Tech Art Arts and Music Programs: Chorus, class performances, drama performance, percussion, wind Recreational Athletic Programs: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Soccer |
School Notes
- How We Do It
- Educational Philosophy Woodland values the importance of
balancing the many aspects of a child`s life and chooses
experiences intended to foster the individual growth of the
intellectual, spiritual, creative, physical, social, and emotional
roots.
- Woodland grows the potential of each child through differentiated instruction, small class sizes, and a challenging, yet supportive educational curriculum.
- Woodland`s dedicated faculty believes in building a strong partnership with the child`s family and school community to facilitate continuous growth.
- Woodland:
- individualizes and differentiates teaching and learning
- celebrates the potential in every student, in and out of the classroom
- develops spiritual growth encourages social relationships
- recognizes student successes and failures as growth opportunities
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School Reviews
| 5 My children have attended WPS since pre kindergarten and have thrived. Their teachers have consistently proven their commitment to providing an optimal environment for learning and character development. I continue to be pleased with how my children are cared for and challenged. - Posted by Parent - Joann Bell |
| 5 Everything and everybody at Woodland is amazing! We have been there for 6 years and our kids love it! The teachers are dedicated and caring and really love to teach. The entire staff provides individualized attention and care by getting to know each child and showing interest in their well being. Woodland is a nurturing environment where our kids continue to flourish. And our head master, Adam Moore, is the best. He is involved in all of the day to day aspects of the school and we love his leadership and enthusiasm. - Posted by Parent - Ami Wittber |
| 5 My children have been at Woodland for 5 years now and I am continually impressed with the quality of the teachers and staff. It is obvious that they truly care about their students and their students success both in and out of the classroom. I am so thankful that my children can be a part of the Woodland Community. - Posted by Parent - Sonya P |
| 5 Woodland has been and still is an excellent choice for our family! There is a tremendous focus on developing the WHOLE child academically, socially and spiritually. The curriculum is designed to reach every student with special attention to individualized instruction, personal responsibility and independence. Opportunities to nurture extracurricular talents are also available through their diverse sports and creative arts programs. We are confident that when the time comes to transition to high school, our daughter will be thoroughly prepared and successful. - Posted by Parent - T. Miller |
| 5 We are very pleased with choosing Woodland for our children. It is a small close-knit school where children's individual growth is fostered. Woodland truly helps our boys grow academically and socially each year. - Posted by Parent - Beccaflo |
| 5 Great School, great community of people that really care about a students individual growth. - Posted by Parent - adama |
| 5 Woodland has been the best choice for my kids! I am thrilled with their academic and social growth each year! I love the small family atmosphere of the school! It is definitely worth taking a look at! - Posted by Parent - bfclo |
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