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Heards Ferry Elementary School, located at 6151 Powers Ferry Road NW in Sandy Springs, serves Pre-K through 5th grade with an average enrollment of approximately 780 students.As a National Blue Ribbon School, Heards Ferry is committed to high academic standards, enriched by its International Baccalaureate (IB) framework and Spanish language instruction.are represented by the Eagles, proudly donning blue and yellow, and thrive under a unified mission of excellence, trust, and community partnership that aligns with Fulton County Schools’ values.With a balanced vision emphasizing responsible learning, safe environments, and family engagement, Heards Ferry offers a world-class elementary experience grounded in inclusion, innovation, and academic achievement.
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We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....
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Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM
Note: Doors open at 7:25 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.
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September to June
School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.
703 Students
With a student-teacher ratio of 12.95308 : 1
25%
Percentage of minority students
Being Updated
Heards Ferry has been honored as Georgia’s Outstanding Elementary Chapter of the Year by Best Buddies for its inclusive club fostering friendships and peer support.
The school has also expanded its after-school Spanish club, “Brilliant Bilingual,” increasing participation opportunities for students.
1. What language programs are offered beyond the core curriculum?
Ans. Heards Ferry offers Spanish instruction, enhancing linguistic skills and global perspective.
2. What makes the school’s learning approach distinctive?
Ans. The school follows the IB (International Baccalaureate) framework, promoting inquiry-based, globally-minded education.
3. How does the school support inclusion and peer relationships?
Ans. Through a thriving Best Buddies chapter, Heards Ferry fosters friendships between students with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities—and recently earned honors from Best Buddies Georgia.
4. How can families stay informed and engaged?
Ans. Families receive regular updates through Eagle Alliance newsletters, the Parent/Student Portal, and engagement events listed in the school calendar.
5. Which schools do students typically attend after graduating from Heards Ferry?
Ans. Graduates proceed to Ridgeview Middle School, followed by Riverwood High School, as part of the Riverwood Cluster.
Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.
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