Columbus Girls Academy
CGA is located on a beautiful 200-acre campus in Alabama. The year-round Christian boarding school is designed for girls ages 12–17 struggling with behavior, trauma, academic failure, or emotional difficulties. Through a structured, faith-based environment, CGA helps girls heal, grow, and rediscover their potential.
The program blends spiritual mentoring, individual and group counseling, and a full academic recovery curriculum to offer students a second chance at life and education. Whether a girl is facing rebellion, anxiety, past abuse, or poor choices, CGA uses time-tested methods based on the Teen Challenge model to guide her toward healing and purpose.
Staff support includes our equine program, 24/7 supervision, and personal mentoring. Our equine program helps girls build emotional regulation and problem-solving skills, while daily mentoring addresses the deeper roots of their struggles. Each girl works with staff mentors to map out goals, resolve past wounds, and prepare for long-term success—even after graduation.
Parents remain actively involved through regular updates, letters, phone calls, and family weekends. We view family restoration as essential, and we guide both students and parents in developing a unified aftercare plan to support their daughter’s continued growth at home.
CGA also offers a fully accredited academic program tailored to meet each student’s unique pace and needs. Many students arrive behind in school, but our individualized learning system and supportive instructors help them regain credits and work toward a high school diploma.
Students thrive and get ahead on our structured, year-round schedule. Our educational routine is focused on the classic educational basics, but we also emphasize character, honor, respect, time management skills, responsibility, and accountability. Academic expectations are taken seriously, and our students discover a sense of pride in succeeding with each new educational level.
Self-control and self-discipline are key benefits of our academic program — two character traits that will help them succeed in every aspect of their life. They discover true satisfaction and confidence from attaining goals and achieving good grades, through hard work and self-management. This helps students transform into productive and cultivated adults upon graduation and beyond.
Campus life balances structure with enrichment. Girls enjoy physical education, lake activities, drama and choir teams, team sports, and supervised recreation. Activities are designed not only for fun but to strengthen leadership, teamwork, and positive peer interaction.
Key Features of a Columbus Girls Academy
✔ Faith-Based Curriculum – Integrates biblical principles, moral instruction, and Christian worldview into all subjects.
✔ Strong Academic Programs – We maintain high academic standards while preparing students for college or vocational paths.
✔ Character Development – We focus on teaching integrity, leadership, respect, and compassion based on Christian teachings.
✔ Mentorship & Licensed Counseling – We provide emotional and spiritual guidance, ensuring students develop self-confidence and a strong sense of purpose.
✔ Extracurricular Activities – Our program includes outdoor activities, music, arts, leadership training, and community service, reinforcing teamwork and personal growth.
Columbus Girls Academy is an ideal environment for families seeking faith-centered education, personalized mentorship, and a values-driven approach to learning and life preparation.
Together, these approaches foster deep emotional growth, personal accountability, and family restoration in a nurturing, faith-aligned atmosphere.
Every aspect of CGA’s program aims to help girls realize they are loved, valued, and capable of a renewed future.
CGA’s tuition is a fraction of the cost of typical therapeutic boarding schools. Take the next step to learn more. Call 816-720-5661 or fill in the confidential inquiry form below.
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