Birmingham, AL · K–11
Last verified August 20, 2026
4901 Old Leeds Rd, 35213 · (205) 956-9731
Enrollment
290
Student:teacher
5:1
Published tuition
Not listed
Application fee
$60
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Head of school
Kavita Vasil
Head of School
Kavita Vasil has nearly 30 years of experience as an independent school leader and joined Highlands School in 2014. She holds an undergraduate degree in developmental psychology from the University of Florida and a graduate degree in child development/education from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst.
Curriculum & special classes
Highlands School provides an academically challenging program designed to create a love of learning, instill habits of success, and prepare students to be responsible and productive community members. The school embraces academic excellence, creative expression, and leadership development, fostering a positive self-image and respect for others.
Financial aid
Highlands School offers an Affordable Tuition program based on demonstrated financial need, allowing eligible families to pay between 40% and 100% of full tuition for students in grades 4K through 8th. The school uses the Clarity Application to determine a family’s level of financial need.
Application fee: $60
Before & after school care
Before school
Not listed
After school
Extended Day Program
Cost
Not listed
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Admissions
Highlands School operates on a rolling admissions basis as seats become available. The process generally involves an online inquiry, scheduling a tour, submitting an online application, and providing additional information specific to the grade level.
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Acceptance rate
Not listed
Application fee
$60
What they ask for: Online inquiry, parent-only tour (for Primary and Intermediate/Middle School), online application with $75 fee, individual student screening (4K-8th grade), classroom visit/Shadow Day (4K-8th grade), teacher recommendation (3K, 4K-8th grade), report cards (if applicable for 4K-8th grade).
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