Harding Academy

Harding Academy

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Harding Academy is a co-educational Pre-K through day school in Nashville, TN serving Pre-K through eighth grade since 1971.

Photos from Harding Academy's post 05/27/2026

From their first steps on campus to giant leaps across the country.

There is something incredibly moving about watching our Hawks take flight. When the Class of 2022 walked across the graduation stage 4 years ago, we knew they were destined for greatness, but seeing where they are thriving today still takes our breath away.

From the classrooms of Harding to some of the most prestigious universities and colleges in the nation, our alumni are proving that a Harding education is a foundation for limitless potential. From the Ivy League to the SEC, our graduates are making their mark.

But as impressive as their destinations are, what makes us most proud is who they are becoming. They are leaders, innovators, and kind-hearted citizens of the world. They may be studying far and wide, but a piece of their heart will always remain right here.

Harding didn’t just prepare them for amazing college campuses; it prepared them for life.

Photos from Harding Academy's post 05/22/2026

This morning, we watched a group of eighth graders walk across a stage… but what we really saw was years of growth, friendship, courage, kindness, laughter, and becoming.

There were hugs that lasted a little longer than usual. Tears nobody even tried to hide. The kind of laughter that comes when you know you’ve shared something special together.

We saw students who once walked into Harding holding someone else’s hand leave ready to take on the world with confidence, compassion, and character. And somehow, in the middle of all the emotions, they gave all of us something we desperately need right now: hope for the future.

The future is bright because of these students. Because of the way they care for each other. Because of the leaders they have already become. Because of the joy they bring into every room they enter.

To the Class of 2026: thank you for letting us be part of your story. We could not be more proud of who you are and who you are becoming. Once a Hawk, always a Hawk.

05/21/2026

The last day of school at Harding Academy was equal parts heartwarming tradition and absolute chaos.

There were classroom dance parties fueled entirely by sugar and freedom.

Yearbooks signed with messages ranging from “Have a great summer!” to things no parent will ever fully understand.

Awards ceremonies full of proud smiles and lots of clapping from parents pretending they weren’t already emotional.

The Rose Ceremony reminding us all why the PreK–8 journey is so special.

And one final Hookup Parade featuring enough cheering, honking, waving, and sprinting children to qualify as cardio.

The backpacks are empty. The lost and found is somehow still full. The teachers deserve a nap that lasts until August.

Happy summer, Hawks. You made this year unforgettable

05/21/2026

Today we officially welcomed our rising 6th graders to Middle School… and suddenly the 5th graders we swear were just learning where the bathrooms are are now heading across campus.

We can’t wait to watch this class lead, grow, laugh loudly in the hallways, tackle new challenges, and make Middle School their own. The adventure continues, Class of 2029. Middle School looks good on you already. 💙

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Website

https://www.hardingacademy.org/community/summer-programs, https://www.harding

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170 Windsor Drive
Nashville, TN
37205

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm