Where Childhood is Honored.

Welcome to the Marietta Johnson School of Organic Education.

Join a community dedicated to natural growth, creative discovery, and the joy of learning since 1907. Located on eight wooded acres in the heart of Fairhope, Alabama, we provide a sanctuary for students to grow naturally — free from the pressure of grades, but rich in discovery.

our history

Our Campus Today

Our campus is a living classroom. From the historic Art Barn to our woodworking shop and organic gardens, our young learners engage in a curriculum that balances academic readiness with physical and emotional well-being.

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What Makes Us Unique?

Children at the Organic School are thoughtfully grouped by age, individual learning style, and readiness. We eliminate the pressure of grades and standardized tests, allowing students to learn at their own pace and explore their interests without the fear of failure.

What is organic education?

When children are given the ability to use materials freely and are encouraged to be creative through the use of free play, their minds sharpen, providing ample opportunity for the development of sound judgment, critical thinking, and problem solving skills.

The Results

OUR GRADUATES ARE:

Confident and Resilient: They are confident in their abilities and possess the resilience to overcome challenges.

Creative and Independent Thinkers: They are able to think critically, solve problems, and express themselves creatively.

Well-Rounded Individuals: They are well-rounded individuals with a strong sense of self and a deep connection to the world around them.

The Organic School’s Faculty & Staff

Our faculty can be contacted by email or by calling our main phone number: 251.928.9347.

Meet Our Director

Susan Roy

Executive Director

Susan Roy has been an educator for over 35 years. She taught first grade in Fairhope Public Schools for 25 years and joined the Organic School faculty after her retirement in 2016. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in sociology from McNeese University and a Master of Arts in Teaching degree from Spring Hill College.

Throughout her career, Susan has focused on creating student-centered learning environments. She believes strongly that Organic School’s emphasis on active learning promotes critical thinking, socioemotional development, and communication skills that will benefit students for life.

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