Inspiring Minds.
Shaping Futures.
A classical education for the modern world. Curious minds guided by great teachers toward wisdom, character and lifelong purpose.
K–12
Grades served
12:1
Student–teacher ratio
98%
University placement
25+
Years of excellence
Welcome to Plato Academy
A school built on the love of learning
Founded on the belief that wonder is the beginning of wisdom, Plato Academy offers an unhurried, rigorous education from Kindergarten through Grade 12. Small classes, devoted teachers and a tradition of dialogue help every student discover their voice and their purpose.
Classes capped at eighteen, so every voice is heard
Teachers who know each child by name
A liberal-arts curriculum with modern science
Dr. Helena Markou
Head of School
Academic Excellence
Educated in the classical tradition, prepared for tomorrow
Our philosophy draws on the Greek idea of paideia: the education of the whole person. Rigorous thinking, strong character and a lifelong love of learning are taught side by side.
Logos
Rigorous thinking
We teach students to reason carefully, argue well and follow an idea wherever it leads.
Ethos
Character and integrity
Honesty, courage and compassion are practised daily, in classrooms and on the field.
Arete
Excellence in every pursuit
High standards in mathematics, music, athletics and art, with support to meet them.
Sophia
Wisdom through service
Students learn that knowledge matters most when it is used for the good of others.
Our Programs
A path for every stage of growth
From first letters to final theses, each stage of Plato Academy is shaped around the way young people actually learn.
Campus Life
A place to think, make, play and belong
Beautiful spaces designed for study and for friendship, from the colonnade library to the seaside terrace.
The Colonnade
Marble porticoes for study, walking and conversation.
The Library
Forty thousand volumes and quiet places to think.
The Gardens
Sunlit lawns and groves for learning outdoors.
The Terrace
Open air above the sea for assemblies and recitals.
Our Achievements
A record of excellence, year after year
Results matter because they reflect something deeper: students who have learned to think, work hard and care for others.
98%
University placement
Graduates accepted to a university of their choice.
12:1
Student–teacher ratio
Small classes mean every student is known and supported.
40+
University offers
Offers from leading universities for the Class of 2026.
25
Years of excellence
A quarter-century of educating thoughtful young people.
Debate
Regional Rhetoric Champions
2026 Interscholastic Debate League
Science
National Science Olympiad
Finalists, three years running
Recognition
Independent School of the Year
Regional finalist, 2025
Admissions
Your journey to Plato Academy in four steps
We welcome applications from curious, kind and motivated students. Our admissions team will guide your family at every stage.
Applications for 2027–2028 close on 31 January 2027. Places are offered on a rolling basis after that date, subject to availability.
01
Enquire
Tell us about your family. We will send our prospectus and answer your first questions.
02
Visit and meet
Tour the campus, sit in on a class and meet our teachers and Head of School.
03
Apply and assess
Submit your application and school reports; your child joins a relaxed assessment day.
04
Welcome
Receive your offer, meet your classmates and begin an unforgettable journey.
Student and Parent Voices
Words from our community
Families, students and alumni describe what it feels like to belong to Plato Academy.
Latest News and Events
Life at the Academy, as it happens
Stories from our classrooms, achievements from our students and dates for your diary.
Upcoming Events
Join us on campus
Open mornings, evenings for parents and student performances: everyone is welcome to see the Academy at work.
Autumn Open Morning
Main Campus · Colonnade Hall
Admissions Information Evening
The Auditorium
Socratic Seminar Showcase
The Library
Winter Concert and Recitation
The Amphitheatre
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers for prospective families
Everything you might want to know before you apply. If your question is not here, we would love to hear from you.
Call +1 (555) 010-2400 or write to admissions@platoacademy.edu. We reply within one working day.
We welcome students from Kindergarten (age 5) through Grade 12 (age 18) across our Elementary, Middle and High Schools, with a single shared philosophy from the first day to the last.
