Thales Academy is a K-12 college preparatory private chain of schools in North Carolina.
The school's mission is to develop students with excellent academic and interpersonal skills through a curriculum infused with the values of our Founding Fathers and grounded by the Judeo-Christian and Greco-Roman heritage of Western Civilization.
Thales Academy assists parents in cultivating virtuous, critical-thinking, compassionate student citizens by fostering high standards of accountability, academic achievement, and civic responsibility through the use of Direct Instruction, discipline, and standard dress code.
On average, Thales students perform above their class grade level, and outrank nationwide peers on objective, standardized tests.
Prospective parents are invited to attend regular open houses or contact the nearest campus to arrange a tour.
School Overview
| Grades Offered | Grades Kindergarten - 5 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 256 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 14 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 22:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (See admissions page on web site for details.) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $5,300 |
| Tuition Notes | See admissions page on web site for details. |
| Admissions Director | Hilary Herman, Administrator |
| Admissions Associate | Sue June, Admin. Assistant |
Nearby Schools:
The nearest high school is Cary Christian School (3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Peace Montessori School (1.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is St. Mary Magdalene Catholic School (2.2 miles away)
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ApexPeace Montessori School
Montessori School2190 N Salem St # 103
Apex, NC, 27523
(919)363-2461Montessori School1.4 mi | 84 students | Gr. K-7 -
ApexSt. Mary Magdalene Catholic School
(Roman Catholic)625 Magdala Place
Apex, NC, 27502
(919)657-4800(Roman Catholic)2.2 mi | 654 students | Gr. PK-8 -
CaryThe Mariposa School
Special Education School203 Gregson Dr
Cary, NC, 27511
(919)461-0600Special Education School2.3 mi | 55 students | Gr. PK -
CaryChesterbrook Academy Elementary School130 Towne Village Drive
Cary, NC, 27513
(919)319-96222.8 mi | 199 students | Gr. NS-5 -
CaryCary Christian School
(Christian)1330 Old Apex Rd
Cary, NC, 27513
(919)303-2560(Christian)3 mi | 800 students | Gr. KG-12
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