Thomas Sumter Academy

5265 Camden Hwy, Rembert, SC, 29128-0290
Tel: (803)499-3378
Grades: PK - 12 | 461 students
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Thomas Sumter Academy is an educational institution serving whole individuals. A keen desire exists to assist each student's growth toward independence in thought and action. Expectations are high, and the calling to be one's best is very real. Personal attention to our students is a serious priority. Sense the warm family atmosphere and higher learning permeating the halls of the Academy. The purpose of the Prefirst Program at TSA is to teach the whole child. Realizing that intellect is only one aspect of a young child, teachers plan daily activities that will allow children to grow socially, physically, emotionally and spiritual as well.

School Overview:
Thomas Sumter Academy
School Membership(s) National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
State or regional independent school association
Religious Affiliation Christian (no specific denomination)
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 12
Year Founded 1964
Student Body
Total Students 461 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 10% (SC School Avg.: 17%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 35 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 12:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Admissions Director Jennifer Cain
Admissions Associate Susan Hux

School Notes:

  • Thomas Sumter Academy is an educational institution serving whole individuals. A keen desire exists to assist each student's growth toward independence in thought and action. Expectations are high, and the calling to be one's best is very real. Personal attention to our students is a serious priority. Sense the warm family atmosphere and higher learning permeating the halls of the Academy. The purpose of the Prefirst Program at TSA is to teach the whole child. Realizing that intellect is only one aspect of a young child, teachers plan daily activities that will allow children to grow socially, physically, emotionally and spiritual as well.

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Nearby Schools:

Thomas Sumter Academy
Gr. PK-12 | 0 mi. away
Wilson Hall School
Gr. PK-12 | 7.6 mi. away
Bright Beginnings Creative Day Car
Gr. PK-Nursery/Preschool | 8 mi. away
Sumter Christian School
Gr. PK-12 | 8.4 mi. away
St James Lutheran School
Gr. K-2 | 9.3 mi. away
St Francis Xavier High School
Gr. 9-12 | 9.9 mi. away

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