KINDEZI

Kindezi is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Atlanta Public Schools school district, located in Atlanta, GA with about 389 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 61 teachers, Kindezi has a student/teacher ratio of about 6:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Kindezi at Old Fourth Ward (the school located at 286 Wilson Mill Rd SW) is a unique public charter school in Atlanta that distinguishes itself through a focus on small class sizes and a "family-style" pedagogical approach. The name "Kindezi" is derived from a Bantu concept meaning "the art of babysitting" or "the art of nurturing," which serves as the foundation for the school's mission. By prioritizing low student-to-teacher ratios, the school aims to cultivate strong, long-term relationships between educators and students, ensuring that each child receives personalized attention and a supportive emotional environment.

Academically, the school emphasizes a holistic education that balances rigorous instruction with character development. They integrate a variety of teaching methods to address different learning styles, often focusing on community engagement and social-emotional learning alongside core subjects like literacy and math. As a charter school, Kindezi provides an alternative to traditional district models, operating with more flexibility to implement its specific philosophy of nurturing the "whole child" to prepare students for both academic success and active citizenship within their communities.

For more information, contact Kindezi at (404) 671-4920 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.