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Joyful Lifelong Learners Caring Global Citizens Scholars Embracing Challenge Community Contributors Mindful Explorers

Joyful Lifelong 
Learners
Caring Global Citizens Scholars Embracing 
Challenge
Community 
Contributors
Mindful Explorers

A private, co-ed college preparatory day school in Laurel, Maryland, that inspires learners in kindergarten through 12th grade.

Welcome to IGLA

At IGLA, every individual brings something unique and valuable to our campus! Our community embraces diversity, fosters belonging, and honors integrity. The spirit of joyfulness and connection that fills our campus and community is what makes IGLA exceptional.

Joyful Learning

We love going to school everyday!

Our students love to come to school and enthusiastically participate in their education. At IGLA, we experience learning that is as joyful as it is challenging. We step outside our comfort zone and explore new possibilities that will help students discover their unique potential with confidence and purpose.

Student-Centered Teaching

Our teachers are passionate about education, committed to creating a positive learning environment, and dedicated to guiding students toward academic and personal success. They build strong relationships with students, parents, and families, fostering a growth mindset that encourages learners to push beyond their limits and strive for excellence.

Three Divisions, One Community

Our school community is more than just a group of students, teachers, and parents – it’s a family. Together, we learn from and with each other, inspire and support one another to reach our potential, and make a positive impact on the world.

Lower School

GRADE K-5

IGLA Lower School students engage in an inquiry-based learning process where they discover, problem solve, and thrive academically and socially.

Middle School

GRADE 6-8

IGLA Middle School students discover passions, learn to communicate ideas effectively, and apply critical thinking skills in real-world environments.

Upper School

GRADE 9-12

IGLA Upper School students explore new depths and pursue challenges in dynamic classroom environments, fueled by their own.

Lower School

GRADE K-5

IGLA Lower School students engage in an inquiry-based learning process where they discover, problem solve, and thrive academically and socially.

Middle School

GRADE 6-8

IGLA Middle School students discover passions, learn to communicate ideas effectively, and apply critical thinking skills in real-world environments.

Upper School

GRADE 9-12

IGLA Upper School students explore new depths and pursue challenges in dynamic classroom environments, fueled by their own.