George Washington Academy is an academically rigorous free public charter school serving Grades K-7.
We offer full-day kindergarten, advanced coursework, and character education in addition to the state core requirements. Most subjects are taught a minimum of one grade level ahead as a standard.
05/06/2026
Nationwide 'History Rocks!' tour reaches George Washington Academy as part of America 250 focus A senior official from the U.S. Department of Education brought a national civics tour to Southern Utah on Monday, energizing students at George Washington Academy with a message about patriotism,
04/17/2026
St. George Rotary honors 4-way test essay contest winners The Rotary Club of St. George is pleased to announce the winners of their 27th annual 4-Way Test Essay Contest “based on Rotary International’s 4-way test of the things Rotarians
03/20/2026
✨ GWA STEAM Night in partnership with ✨
What an incredible evening of curiosity, creativity, and hands-on discovery! 🔬⚙️ Students dove into interactive activities, explored innovative concepts, and brought ideas to life through STEAM learning. From experimenting and building to problem-solving and collaborating, the energy in the room was inspiring!
A huge thank you to everyone who made this night possible and to the students who showed up ready to explore, create, and imagine.
📖 Growing as Readers. Growing in Confidence.
Through GWA, this family is experiencing real growth in reading—opening doors to learning, confidence, and new possibilities.
This is the GWA Difference in action.
✨ Now Enrolling for the 2026–2027 School Year! ✨
Spots are filling fast — and limited slots are still available in select grades for the current school year.
🎓 Give your child a strong academic foundation at GWA.
👉 Visit gwacademy.org and click the Apply Now button to get started!
📌 Don’t wait — spaces are limited!
📚 Academic Excellence, Redefined
At GWA, learning goes deeper. Our academic program is built on rigor, critical thinking, and purpose—challenging students not just to meet expectations, but to exceed them.
✨ The GWA Difference
✔️ High academic standards
✔️ Intentional, research-informed instruction
✔️ Faculty who mentor, challenge, and inspire
✔️ A culture that values curiosity, discipline, and growth
We don’t believe in surface-level learning. We believe in developing scholars who think critically, communicate confidently, and are prepared for what’s next—academically and beyond.
This is more than education.
This is the GWA difference.
Leadership is a core pillar of GWA. 🌟
At GWA, we believe leadership isn’t a title—it’s a mindset. Through the Leader in Me program, we empower every student to discover their voice, take ownership of their learning, and lead with confidence, character, and purpose.
By building habits of responsibility, collaboration, and integrity, we’re preparing our students not just for success in school, but for life beyond the classroom. 💡🌍
🎄 Sing-a-long today at 8:30 and 9:30! Join us with Holiday attire and get ready to use those vocal cords! See you soon!!
🎉 20 years of GWA. 📖 20 years of stories worth celebrating.
This week, we spotlight a teacher who once sat in the same seats as their students—an alumni whose love for GWA brought them back as an educator.
Here’s to legacy, community, and the full-circle moments that define who we are. 💙✨
🎥 WATCH: Honoring Our Veterans 🇺🇸
St. George News put together a special video highlighting this year’s Veterans Day program — a community event honoring the men and women who have served our country.