Episcopal School of Nashville

Education Category: Tennessee Education

🌟 Key Highlights: Episcopal School of Nashville

 

Episcopal School of Nashville (ESN) is a private, co-educational independent Episcopal school in Nashville, Tennessee. It is committed to providing a rigorous and relevant academic education rooted in the Episcopal tradition of welcome and inclusion, focusing on developing intellectual, spiritual, and moral well-being.

🏫 Overview

 

  • Type: Private / Independent Episcopal School

  • Location: Nashville, Tennessee (East Nashville Area)

  • Grades Served: Kindergarten (K) – 8th Grade (with Early Childhood programming)

  • Enrollment: Approximately 100–120 students

  • Core Mission: To educate children of all backgrounds to become courageous learners and compassionate leaders through a challenging, inclusive, and joyful program grounded in the values of the Episcopal faith.

  • Accreditation: SAIS (Southern Association of Independent Schools) and member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) and National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES).

  • Focus: Dedicated education from early childhood through middle school.

✅ What Makes the School Unique?

 

ESN is distinguished by its Episcopal identity, commitment to diversity, and focus on service:

  • Episcopal Identity & Inclusivity: The school is founded on Episcopal principles, emphasizing welcome, open inquiry, and respect for the dignity of every human being. Students attend weekly Chapel and religious studies promote open dialogue and understanding rather than proselytization.

  • Commitment to Diversity: ESN has a strong mission to serve students from diverse socioeconomic, racial, and faith backgrounds, fostering a student body that reflects the rich diversity of Nashville.

  • Academic Rigor: The curriculum is rigorous and student-centered, emphasizing inquiry, critical thinking, and collaborative problem-solving across core subjects.

  • Middle School Prep: The Middle School program (Grades 5-8) is departmentalized and designed to prepare graduates exceptionally well for admission and success in the competitive independent and public high schools in the Nashville area.

  • Service Learning: A core component of the mission is service learning, where students actively participate in projects that engage with and benefit the local Nashville community, fostering a lifelong commitment to compassion and leadership.

  • Enrichment Programs: Offers robust programs in Spanish, Art, Music, and Physical Education/Athletics (the Eagles), ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.

📞 Contact Information

 

Detail Information
Address 1329 Dickerson Pike, Nashville, TN 37207
Phone (615) 797-2012
Website esnashville.org

Recess Policies

  1. Which grades at your school receive daily recess or free break periods?

 

 

  1. How are recess and/or free break periods structured? Timing?

 

 

Technology / Device Use

  1. Are cell phones or other personal devices restricted during the school day? What is the policy?

 

 

  1. What are the consequences for violating technology policies?

 

 

  1. Are there any other technology policies? For example, are there technology controls inside and/or outside of school (e.g., web monitoring, filters, etc.)?

 

Behavior

  1. What are the school's behavior policies?

 

 

  1. Does the school have a behavior/discipline matrix that lists the behaviors and the appropriate consequences? Could you please include your school’s behavior/discipline matrix?

A school can have discipline/behavior policies, but these policies can be broad. It can be difficult to understand the actual consequences and what actually occurs at school. This section displays the concrete consequences that occur for various behaviors based on teacher feedback. If you are/were a teacher, please email me (Mark Yager) at myager890@gmail.com to give your input. You will remain anonymous when you provide your input.

 

Explanation of discipline at the school (Summarized based on teachers' input):

 

Type of Behavior Typical Consequence / School Response
Tardiness / Late to Class  
Dress Code Violation  
Failure to Follow Directions / Classroom Rules  
Disruption in Class (talking out, off-task behavior, etc.)  
Incomplete Homework or Repeated Lack of Effort  
Possession or Misuse of Cell Phone / Electronic Device  
Disrespect to Teacher / Staff  
Use of Inappropriate or Profane Language  
Dishonesty / Cheating / Academic Misconduct  
Minor Property Misuse or Damage  
Bullying / Teasing / Harassment (Verbal or Online)  
Defiance / Refusal to Comply with Staff Directives  
Leaving Class or Campus Without Permission  
Physical Aggression / Fighting  
Vandalism or Major Property Damage  
Possession of Tobacco or Vaping Device  
Possession or Use of Alcohol / Drugs  
Threatening Behavior or Intimidation  
Possession of a Weapon or Dangerous Object  
Other Behavior:  
Other Behavior:  
Other Behavior:  
Other Behavior:  
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Episcopal School of Nashville in Nashville TN

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