Be
Known
Students are part of a close-knit community where they are truly seen, supported, and valued. Small class sizes allow teachers to build strong relationships with each child.
Welcome to Sumner Academy
Educating Independent Thinkers Since 1973
Our tight-knit PK-8 community nurtures curiosity, creativity, and character while discovering and cultivating each child's unique abilities.
Start Your JourneyMore Than a School · A Place to Grow
Our students love learning. Does yours?
At Sumner Academy, students are known, challenged, and inspired every day. From Pre-Kindergarten through Middle School, they grow into confident, curious, and capable individuals—ready for what comes next.
Be
Challenged
Students are pushed to think, solve problems, and make connections through meaningful learning experiences, field studies, and engaging classroom work.
Be
Curious
Through hands-on learning within classrooms and spaces like the IDEA HUB and Monarch Manor, students explore, build, and discover while developing a mindset of innovation and inquiry.
The Sumner academy Experience
Learning That Goes Beyond the Classroom
Students don’t just sit and learn—they explore, create, and experience.
From hands-on work in the IDEA HUB to field studies, outdoor learning, and overnight trips, students engage in experiences that make learning meaningful, impactful, and memorable.
What Sets Sumner Academy Apart
- Intentionally small class sizes where students are truly known
- A cultivated PreK–8 experience designed for growth at every stage
- Hands-on, engaging learning across all subjects
- A strong focus on independence, confidence, and character
Find Your Child's Path
Every stage matters. Explore what your child will experience at each level.
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What's Happening on Campus
Middle School Awards Ceremony
Honor's Night
Field Day
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Clinetel Music Recital
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MS Exams
MS Exams