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Headwaters School in Austin, Texas
What inspires you?
Headwaters is a uniquely Austin school where curiosity leads us to excellence.
Discover how we inspire students and families from early childhood through grade 12.
Discover how we inspire students and families from early childhood through grade 12.
A Better Way To Learn
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Student-Led
Students actively shape their own learning based on their interests and passions, guided by committed educators who engage students with intellectual respect and mentorship. -
Exploration & Creativity
Advisories, cultural dinners, Project Week, musical performances, open mic poetry, Model UN, student trips...life at Headwaters is full of unique opportunities to connect and learn! -
Challenge & Growth
Curiosity, exploration, and research prime students for lifelong growth. Students develop their own voices through writing, presenting, debating, and advocating. -
Ready for Every Opportunity
We prepare students to succeed in academics — and in life. We cultivate curiosity and compassion for the future questions no one can even imagine today.
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School News
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Join Us in Supporting Headwaters Families
Join Us in Supporting Headwaters Families for PACT Challenge Week in March!Read More -
Winter Weather Update for Week of February 18, 2025
We are closely monitoring the winter weather forecast this week, always keeping the safety of our students and staff as our top priority. At this time, we expect to remain open, despite cold temps this week.Read More -
The Current | Headwaters School January/February 2025 Edition
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Our Annual PACT Challenge Is Just Around the Corner!
Join us the first week of March for our annual PACT Challenge–an entire week dedicated to supporting Financial Aid at Headwaters!Read More -
Ted Talks | January/February 2025: What are we talking about when we talk about Excellence?
In the latest Ted Talk, Head of School Ted Graf explores the idea of excellence and why we may be hesitant to name it, despite seeing it in action daily.Read More
Upcoming Events
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Black History Month
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River Fundraiser Days
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Creek Parent Ed: Raising Resilient Kids: The Power of Connection
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Director's Coffee with Terra Lynch
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VASE Morning Showcase & Coffee with Ali
Building 8
Headwaters is redefining what school should be. If our independent school community sounds like a place that would inspire you and your family, take the next step in learning how to join us.
Springs Campus
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18 months to Pre-K
Creek Campus
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Elementary School
River Campus
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Middle & High School
As a 501(c)3 non-profit school, Headwaters School does not discriminate because of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other classes protected by federal, state, or local law in its admissions, financial aid, hiring, or board membership processes.