St. George's Independent School

St. George’s Independent School

Location: Collierville, Tennessee
Type: Private / Independent, Episcopal Day School
Grades: PK through 12th Grade
Enrollment: Approximately 850–1,000 students

Overview

St. George’s Independent School (SGIS) is a co-educational Episcopal school with campuses in Collierville (grades 6–12) and Germantown (early childhood through grade 5). The school places strong emphasis on academic rigor, character formation, leadership, and service, grounded in Christian, Episcopal values.

The Collierville campus includes more than 250 acres of woods and wetlands along the Wolf River, which students use for environmental education, outdoor learning, and stewardship. Academics at SGIS combine foundational skills in language, math, and science with creative, inquiry-based, hands-on discovery. Teachers aim to spark curiosity, critical thinking, and student agency through collaborative projects, experiential learning, and deep engagement with content.

The arts program is broad, offering visual arts, music, theater, and more, to help students explore creativity and empathy. Athletics — known as the Gryphons — support a wide range of sports and emphasize character, teamwork, and lifelong healthy habits.

What Makes the School Unique

• Two-Campus Structure: Early childhood and lower school in Germantown; middle and upper school in Collierville on a large natural campus.

• Outdoor Learning Emphasis: The Wolf River-campus environment facilitates hands-on environmental education and nature stewardship.

• Episcopal Identity: Faith is woven into daily life, instilling values of service, integrity, and community.

• Inquiry-Based Academics: A mix of traditional foundations and modern, active learning where students collaborate, question, and create.

• Strong Arts Program: Robust opportunities in visual arts, theater, music, and more.

• Athletics with Character: Gryphon athletics focus on excellence, teamwork, and personal growth, not just competition.

• Leadership & Service: Students are encouraged to develop leadership skills, serve others, and engage thoughtfully with the world.

Contact Information

Address:
1880 Wolf River Boulevard
Collierville, TN 38017

Phone:
(901) 457-2000

Website:
www.sgis.org