Academy Schools

Specialties

Academy Schools is a nationally accredited, non-​sectarian school, serving grades Pre-​Kindergarten through 12. Our small classes with a 1 to 10 teacher-​student ratio allows for challenging, personalized curriculum where students discover the joy of learning and explore their creative potential.

At Academy Schools we pride ourselves in taking curriculum a step further and address each student’s academic strengths and weaknesses. Our curriculum meets or exceeds all Washington State Grade Level Standards for Grades pre-​K through 12. Our High School curriculum also meets the College Admission Standards for Washington State Universities, as well as most other national and international universities.

What makes our program unique is that we deliver instruction in a manner that allows each child to excel. Our small class size ensures that teachers are able to monitor student progress and comprehension and quickly respond to student questions and ensure that all students are challenged.

History

Established in 1995.

Founded by Camille Cummings, Janelle Neil, and Claudia Jacobus, Academy Schools began as an Early Childhood program with its primary focus on collaborative inclusion in a co-​curricular educational setting. Over time, grades were added, and by 2002, we received OSPI approval as a K-​12 school.

The story has been one of growth and success in enrollment, program, financial stability, and community presence. For many children, coming to Academy Schools is the first time they experience a sense of achievement and confidence in school. Children at Academy Schools gain the skills and conviction needed to advance successfully to college and beyond. The impact of Academy Schools on a child’s future is inspiring and profound.

Today, Academy Schools prides itself on the fact that its students love to come to school and love learning. Academy Schools prepares students for a lifetime of success.

Meet the Business Owner

Janelle N.

Business Owner

Founded in 1995 by Camille Cummings, Janelle Neil, and Claudia Jacobus, Academy Schools began as an Early Childhood program with its primary focus on collaborative inclusion in a co-​curricular educational setting. Over time, grades were added, and by 2002, we received OSPI approval as a K-​12 school.