In 2002, The Girls’ School of Austin became the first all-girls school in Austin when it opened a single door. At a small home in west Austin, our school began instruction with five students in fifth and sixth grades, and the teachers outnumbered the students. The success of our inaugural year convinced our faculty and families of our mission: to provide young girls an education that would prepare them to live distinguished and fulfilling lives.
In our first 10 years, we have celebrated many milestones, including:
a student community of 125 girls in grades K – 8
a thriving and growing campus in the Tarrytown neighborhood of west Austin, a generous gift by a parent donor
a faculty of 19, whose teaching tenure averages 11.5 years
a growing record of student achievement in language arts, math, science, music and art including All-region Orchestra and Scholastic National Gold Medals in art. (See News & Events for lists of recent awards.)
We are also cultivating and strengthening our school’s traditions including:
A middle school graduation ceremony and ringing of the bells
An annual self-portrait exhibit at a local art gallery
A holiday fundraiser featuring hand-painted silk scarves
An annual fall celebration for our families and community
For the next 10 years, we look forward to growing and building on this strong foundation of education, innovation and community.Learn more about Building Our Future.
