The name Calhoun has Scottish and Gaelic roots, traditionally linked to two beautiful ideas:
Strength and quiet courage
The historic Clan Colquhoun in Scotland was known for resilience and protection of their lands. The name carries a sense of inner strength, bravery, and steadiness — qualities that grow in children when they feel supported and seen.
Nature and exploration
Together, these meanings reflect the identity of Calhoun Academy:
a place where children develop calm confidence, explore with wonder, and grow into themselves with both gentleness and strength.
Our Logo
The Calhoun logo brings together two simple ideas that reflect the way children grow at our school.
The lion stands for quiet confidence — a gentle strength that develops when children feel supported, encouraged, and safe to try.
The sword represents clarity, direction, and readiness.
For young children — it symbolises the ability to make choices, solve problems, and move forward with focus as they grow.
Together, the lion and sword express what Calhoun stands for:
a calm place that builds confidence, character, and the courage to learn.