About Advent
The word “advent” denotes a beginning, and that’s our focus – building a strong foundation for a lifetime of adventure and curiosity.
Our Mission
At Advent Episcopal School, we provide students with a superior education in a caring, Christian environment to prepare them for a life of learning, leadership, and service.
Advent is a traditional school with a rigorous and advanced academic curriculum providing the space and capacity for innovation. We believe each child is unique and in a constant process of change so we involve students in the total learning process by engaging their physical, social, emotional, and spiritual well-being to meet high standards. Students are encouraged through varied educational approaches to question, challenge, and explore in their discovery of knowledge and truth.
Advent is small by design, allowing us to ensure that all students are loved, supported, and known—both for who they are now and who they are yet to become. Our school community of faculty, staff, students, and parents fosters a feeling of family that encourages personal growth and helps children develop a strong sense of responsibility and a positive sense of self.
With students and faculty from every corner of Birmingham and representing varied and diverse backgrounds, our school is a true reflection of our community. Advent strives to cultivate a respectful and appreciative spirit of excellence. We believe in unity, not uniformity, and in the unique worth and beauty of all human beings as creations of a loving, gracious God.
Our Educational Philosophy
The school staff believes that each child is unique and is in a constant process of change. Because of this, the mental development of each child cannot be isolated from the physical, social, emotional, and spiritual well-being. The individual child should be exposed to and involved in the total learning process—thinking, planning, and problem-solving.
To fully develop the potential of each child, the school staff seeks and uses the best methods and materials available in each area of learning, believing that all areas of learning should be related to and interwoven with a student’s every experience. To assist in the continuing growth of each child, Advent teachers employ varied learning concepts and provide an atmosphere of enthusiasm for learning. Further, we believe that a continuing evaluation of the learning process of each child in relation to the school program is essential.
This Episcopal school is committed to the education of students in a Christian atmosphere and to fulfilling its responsibilities to the community by providing qualified, experienced teachers and staff and a balanced curriculum. The staff strives to make total involvement in education a bond between the school, the teacher, the student, and the parent. The student enrollment is limited to provide individual attention and instruction.
With smaller class sizes, a growth-oriented structure, and a strong commitment to academics, we will give your child an extraordinary foundation for success.
Our Faith
Our teaching flows out of our belief in the unique worth and beauty of all human beings as creations of a loving, gracious God.
We are committed to the education of students in a Christian environment and to fulfilling its responsibilities to the community by providing qualified, experienced teachers and staff and a balanced curriculum. Visit our Chapel page to learn more about our weekly Chapel service.
We proudly welcome students and families of all faith backgrounds into our school community. If you have questions about what this may look like for your family, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Our Story
Our Promise to You
At Advent, your family is our family, so we do everything we can to ensure your child is prepared for the future.
Individualized Learning
No two children are the same. So, why are curriculums focused on the average student? Thanks to Advent's smaller class sizes, our teachers are able to assess and accommodate your child's individual strengths and weaknesses. We ensure your child is challenged but not overwhelmed and always well-prepared to take the next step.
Unity Not Uniformity
Our student body and faculty come from all backgrounds and walks of life, enabling your child to learn from those who see the world differently. This creates a complete, 360-degree education experience that gives them understanding and empathy far beyond textbook knowledge.
Education Beyond the Classroom
We understand that true, life-changing education happens outside of the traditional classroom walls. Our central downtown campus allows us to offer a wide variety of extracurricular opportunities so your child will have a depth of experience and skills they can’t learn sitting at a desk.
Peace of Mind for the Future
"How do I know my child is ready for high school?"
This question weighs heavily on every parent. Our proven curriculum and rigorous educational environment have shown -- time and time again – that every student who walks through our doors will have the knowledge and skills necessary to lead the way in high school and beyond.
Meet Our Team
Portrait of a Graduate
The Advent Experience provides an intentional integration of a rigorous curriculum with space for students to exercise their natural curiosity and inquisitiveness. This process allows students to apply critical thinking and problem-solving in an environment that fosters respect for the opinions and ideas of others.
