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The Episcopal Academy, founded in 1785, is a private, co-educational school for grades Pre-K through 12.
Situated on a new 123-acre campus in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, Episcopal Academy has been consistently ranked as a top school in the nation by various media outlets, including the Wall Street Journal.
While religious services are rooted in teachings from the Episcopal faith, our community welcomes families of all faiths. Our Chapel program centers around the liturgy, a word that means, "work of the people." This work brings together students, faculty, staff, and parents to reflect, ask hard questions, and celebrate the divine in one another.
Since opening in 1785, The Episcopal Academy has dedicated
itself to educating the whole student: mind, body, and spirit. That
simple, yet powerful approach has resulted in The Episcopal Academy
being widely recognized as one of the finest independent schools in
the nation, graduating students exceedingly well prepared for their
next steps in life.
Episcopal's 1,200 students-from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th
grade-learn in an atmosphere that is both challenging and
supportive, buoyed by a strong community of students, caring
teachers and coaches, and unparalleled classroom and campus
resources. Episcopal's teachers seek to inspire students to delve
into our dynamic curriculum and to emerge as lifelong learners
motivated to pursue their passion and to contribute as members of
our global community. Episcopal's excellence in academics is
matched by our success in athletics, our vibrant arts programs, and
a wide range of engaging extracurricular programs that can match
any student's interests and talents.
Episcopal's breadth of program and talented faculty allow
students with a wide range of interests and talents to thrive. Our
welcoming community makes Episcopal a place the whole family can
feel connected. Visit our campus to see for yourself what makes
Episcopal such a dynamic place to learn and grow.
The Episcopal Academy offers 20 interscholastic sports: Ballet, Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Water Polo and Wrestling. The Episcopal Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for The Episcopal Academy?
The application deadline for The Episcopal Academy is Dec. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
School Calendar
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We explore the key elements contributing to the success of leading private schools, highlighting the importance of strong leadership, a rich legacy, and a focus on comprehensive learning experiences.
The average private school tuition in Delaware County, PA is $26,553 for elementary schools and $31,671 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
