GLOBAL LEADERSHIP ACADEMY CS SOUTHWEST A

Global Leadership Academy CS Southwest a is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Global Leadership Academy CS Southwest at Huey school district, located in Philadelphia, PA with about 592 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 32 teachers, Global Leadership Academy CS Southwest a has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Global Leadership Academy Charter School (GLA) Southwest is a K-8 public charter school located in the Cobbs Creek neighborhood of West Philadelphia. The school operates with a mission to develop students into global leaders by fostering high academic achievement, character development, and a strong sense of community responsibility. Their educational model emphasizes a rigorous curriculum that integrates core academics with leadership training, encouraging students to think critically and solve problems within their local and global environments.

The school is known for its commitment to the "Whole Child" approach, ensuring that students receive not only academic instruction but also social-emotional support. GLA Southwest places a significant emphasis on parental involvement and community partnership, viewing the education of their students as a collaborative effort between educators, families, and neighbors. By maintaining a structured, values-based culture, the academy strives to prepare its scholars for success in competitive high school programs and beyond, aiming to produce graduates who are both college-ready and community-minded.

For more information, contact Global Leadership Academy CS Southwest a at (267) 295-5700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.