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About Academy

Academy at the Lakes is a school community unlike any other. We believe that, to truly unwrap the potential in each child, the school experience must encompass far more than grades and college acceptance letters. At Academy, we instill values such as compassion, responsibility, and respect.

A community like Academy at the Lakes doesn’t happen by accident. We are intentional about our school’s culture – from the faculty we hire, to the students we enroll, to our advisory program, to the way our students, teachers, and administrators interact on a daily basis. A door held open, eye contact, and a sincere “thank you” are the norm here, not the exception.

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Academy serves students in PreK3 through High School in a warm community, preparing them for college and for life. We celebrate the love of learning and the joy in the journey.

You Matter Here

At Academy at the Lakes, our students know what it means when we say
You Matter Here.

Facts & Figures

Academy at the Lakes graduates are accepted at top-tier colleges at a higher rate than the national average.

Athletics

As a college-preparatory school, we guide our students, from the very beginning, to be prepared for college.

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  • When I started at Academy I was shy, reserved, timid, unsure, introverted, and so on. The person I am today, thanks to Academy, is the opposite. I’m confident, passionate, enthusiastic, resilient, strong, outgoing, and sharp.

    Cat Martin ‘07
    Queen’s University
  • The biggest thing Academy taught me is to do things you’re passionate about.

    Tommy Giglio ‘05
    Northwestern
  • Academy is and will always be a second home to me, and it has prepared me to go out into the world.

    Raj Warman AJ ‘16
    Duke University
  • The faculty was outstanding, togetherness existed amongst students, and campus was growing and evolving – all of which helped to develop a culture that promoted learning, excitement, motivation, fun, and thought.

    Steven Stillman ’02
    Harvard
Making historyProud moment for Academy great Lexi Kilfoyl as she made the first ever pitch in the newly created Athletes Unlimited Softball League - the premier professional women's softball league. This begins the first season for the 4-team league, and Lexi is setting the stage for an incredible summer tour across various cities. Earlier this year, Lexi made more history as the first overall pick of the AUSL!Lexi made her mark at Academy being named the Florida Gatorade Softball Player of the Year twice, and she also led the Wildcats to back-to-back state championships.We couldn’t be prouder of Lexi and her well-deserved success. Let’s go, Lexi! ... See MoreSee Less
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Innovator Alert!Major congratulations to Darren L. ’26 for making waves at this year’s Invention Convention - U.S. Nationals! Darren took 1st Place at this competition in addition winning the RTX Connectivity Special Award! We couldn’t be more proud of his groundbreaking work. While there, Darren was also screened to potentially appear on the show Shark Tank.Darren is tackling a critical challenge in the medical field: brain shifting during neurological surgery. His innovative solution combines Artificial Intelligence and Augmented Intelligence to help doctors locate tumors with unprecedented accuracy and efficiency.Earlier this year, Darren already proved his brilliance by clinching 1st Place in Biomedical Engineering and the Best Presentation Award at the Invention Convention - Florida. Keep shining, Darren! We’re so excited to see where your incredible ideas will take you. #creativity #worldfinals #bestschool #coolschool #innovation #youmatterhere #leavingalegacy #topschool #premierschool #greatopportunity #inventionconvention ... See MoreSee Less
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We love you for loving us! 💙We are beyond grateful for the kind words and uplifting feedback we recently received from our amazing community. At Academy, we’re dedicated to creating the best possible experiences and opportunities for our students and families—ones that spark pride, growth, and unforgettable memories. It means the world to know that you feel it too. This place truly is something special, and it's because of people like YOU! #youmatterhere #topschool #coolschool #greatschool #funschool #greatteacher #smallclasses #caringcommunity ... See MoreSee Less
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Summer at the Lakes is here! Looking for a fun, creative way to spend part of your summer? We’ve got you covered — from arts & crafts and coding camp to fishing and football, there’s never a dull moment! We’re just getting started and the excitement is real. Plenty of fish to catch, friends to make, and unforgettable memories to create. Come join the fun — Summer at the Lakes is where it all happens! #youmatterhere #codercamp #summercamp #fishing #archery #football #artsandcraftsstyle #waterfun #coolschool #funschool ... See MoreSee Less
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