Summary: Indian Springs School is nationally and internationally known for its academic excellence. Based on our motto “Learning Through Living,” our unique school environment fosters academic excellence, participatory citizenship, independent thinking and self-advocacy in our students. Our graduates possess the skills, knowledge and personal strengths that enable them to gain acceptance and excel at the finest colleges and universities. Our unique community design enables students to be active participants in all aspects of the school’s operations and provides them the opportunity to make a substantive difference in the school and in the world.

Department Director Jonathan Gray

Student/Teacher Ratio: 8:1

Average Class Size: 16

Summer Programs: Not Offered

Full Time Teachers: 38

Number of AP Courses Offered: 16

Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 84%

Number of IB Courses Offered: 0

Noteworthy Information:
Winner of the 2009 Siemens Award for Math and Science AP. A 2009 Presidential Scholar award winner.

Learning Support

• Peer Tutoring
• Subject Tutoring
• Technology Center
• Writing Center

English

• Classics
• Creative Writing
• Honors
• Literature
• Playwriting
• Poetry

History

• European History
• United States History
• World History

Foreign Languages

• Chinese-Mandarin
• French
• Greek
• Latin
• Spanish

Sciences

• Anatomy
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Earth Science
• Ecology
• Epidemiology
• Environmental Science
• Genetics
• Health
• Oceanography
• Physical Science
• Physics
• Physiology
• Sports Medicine

Math

• Algebra
• Calculus
• Geometry
• Honors Math
• Probability
• Statistics
• Trigonometry

Computer Studies

• Computer Applications
• Multimedia
• Computer Programming
• Computer Science
• Web Design
• Robotics

Music

• Choral Music
• Electronic Music
• Individual Instructions
• Music History
• Music Theory
• Orchestra

Performing / Visual Arts

• Acting
• Art History
• Ceramics
• Debate
• Directing
• Drama
• Drawing
• Graphic Design
• Painting
• Photography
• Portfolio
• Pottery
• Printmaking
• Publications
• Sculpture
• Stagecraft
• Studio Art
• Theater Arts
• 3-D Art

Special Programs

• Community Service
• Independent Study
• Leadership

Dorm Life

Number of Dorms: 2

Average Students Per Dorm: 45

Number of Girls Dorms: 0

Number of Boys Dorms: 0

Dorm Amenities

• Laundry Facilities
• Lounge
• Wireless Internet

Other Dorm Amenities

Student Life

There is a clear structure to each day at Indian Springs School, but students don't feel "programmed." Students work with an advisor to select courses that are right for them. There are tons of extra-curricular activities, and students are welcome to try any or all of them … or to start a new one. Students work hard, but also know that it is okay to take a break and simply relax. In such an environment students get to know others -- and themselves -- better. At Indian Springs School, students will also meet peers from around the corner and around the world. Diversity is celebrated, and cliques are uncool. The school is always open, and you'll find day students coming to campus on the weekends to be with boarders, participate in activities and just hang out. The friendships that are formed here are the ones that last.

Facilities

• Baseball Field
• Basketball Court
• Fitness Center
• Indoor Basketball Court
• Sand Volleyball Court
• Technology Center
• Volleyball Court

Other Facilities

Lake

Clubs & Organizations

• Amnesty International
• Asian Club
• Astronomy Club
• Chess Club
• Community Service
• Computer Club
• Debate Club
• Diversity Club
• Dorm Proctors
• Environmental Club
• Foreign Language Clubs
• Gardening Club
• Habitat for Humanity
• International Club
• Literary Magazine
• Mock Trial
• Peer Tutoring
• Photography Club
• Quiz Bowl
• Student Activities
• Student Government
• Student Publications
• Theater Club
• Yearbook
• Yoga Club
• Young Democrats
• Young Republicans

Summary: While the athletics program at Springs has won state championships in sports including tennis and soccer, the school is most proud of the way in which athletics helps students develop as people and citizens of the school community. In addition to Alabama High School Athletic Association-sanctioned sports, the school offers opportunities for students to take part in non-traditional sports such as fencing and ultimate frisbee. Another important of the school community is the arts, with offerings in music, theater and the visual arts. About 40% of the student body takes part in the school's choir, and the school's chamber choir tours internationally. The theater program takes on three productions per year, and strong visual arts and instrumental music programs round out arts offerings.

Arts Department Director: Clay Colvin

Athletics Department Director: Greg Van Horn

Notable Achievements: 2008 2014 & 2017 Boys Soccer State Champions 2008 Girls Soccer State Runner Up 2006 Tennis State Champions

Arts

• Acting
• Art History
• Ceramics
• Debate
• Directing
• Drama
• Drawing
• Graphic Design
• Painting
• Photography
• Portfolio
• Pottery
• Printmaking
• Publications
• Sculpture
• Stagecraft
• Studio Art
• Theater Arts
• 3-D Art

Interscholastic Sports

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Bowling
• Cross Country Running
• Golf
• Soccer
• Softball
• Tennis
• Volleyball

Recreational Sports

• Camping
• Canoeing
• Fencing
• Hiking
• Kayaking
• Mountain Biking
• Rock Climbing
• Swimming
• Ultimate Frisbee
• Weight Lifting

Summary: Indian Springs has a long history of helping our students find, evaluate, and successfully apply to great colleges and universities. Take a look at our college placement results, and you will discover what our graduates fully understand: Indian Springs strives to help each student find the match that best suits his or her needs. The formal College Advising process begins in the Junior year. This is a time of self-exploration. We encourage students to approach this discovery phase as young adults, to discover their passions, interests and talents, and to build upon their strengths and develop new ones. Parents are also actively engaged in the process. The Senior year distills a student’s abilities and college desires into a manageable list. Applications are completed, essays are written, teachers are asked for letters of recommendation, and final visitations are made. All along the way, our College Advising Office is actively supporting (and prodding) our students, even past the point where they sign the letter of intent. It marks the end of one journey, and the beginning of another.

College Information

Precentage of graduates who attend college: 100%

College attended in the past 5 years by our graduates:

Notable Alumni

Quotes From Alumni