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As Middle Georgia's oldest non-sectarian independent school, Stratford Academy has a proud tradition of welcoming students of all faiths and backgrounds. Our inclusive community fosters respect, understanding, and a sense of belonging, while our rigorous academic program and broad opportunities in the arts, athletics, and leadership empower every student to reach their fullest potential.
A Stratford graduate is a student who is poised to make meaningful contributions to the world. They communicate with clarity, foster connection and lead with purpose. Guided by character, curiosity, and creativity, our graduates are prepared not just for success, but for significance. A Stratford graduate leaves the world better than they found it.
Stratford graduates have a 100% college matriculation at colleges in and out-of-state.
STEAM, Science and Foreign Language classes are offered beginning in Kindergarten.
86% of our 2025-2026 Senior Class has taken at least one of the 20+ AP courses we offer while 88% of our students scored 3 or higher on their 2025 AP tests.
French Honor SocietyHealth Occupations Students of America (HOSA) Club
Journalism ClubKey Club
Latin ClubLatin Honor Society
Literary MagazineMath Team
Peer Mentor ProgramPep Club
Personal Finance and Investment ClubQuiz Bowl Team
Spanish ClubSpanish Honor Society
Stratford Minds MatterStudent Activities Board
Student Ambassador ProgramYearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Drama ClubLiterary Team
Marching Band and Color GuardPep Band
symphonic band
School Notes
School Motto: Libertas Excellentia - Freedom for Excellence
School Mascot: Eagles
Founded in September 1960, Stratford Academy opened its doors
at the historic Overlook Mansion on Coleman Hill with 117 students
and 17 faculty members. Two years later, in 1962, the academy
celebrated its first graduating class of 13 students, marking the
beginning of a tradition of academic excellence. Since then,
Stratford has continued to graduate many more students who embody
its mission proudly.Today, Stratford Academy stands as an
independent, non-sectarian, college preparatory school catering to
students aged six weeks through grade twelve. Committed to
nurturing students from diverse backgrounds and talents, Stratford
challenges each individual to achieve their full potential. Central
to its ethos is the development of ethical, responsible, and
lifelong learners.At Stratford Academy, we believe in molding
students to be responsible, ethical, life-long learners who are
challenged, each and every day, to reach their full potential. In
pursuit of this mission, we engage the whole child-mind, body, and
spirit-inside and outside of the classroom. Stratford's vision for
the educational experience today rests on the same values first
formed in 1960: excellence, integrity, freedom, responsibility, and
community while equipping our students to face a more global
future.
Stratford Academy offers 15 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Riflery, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Stratford Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for most sports offered.
We have been more than satisfied with our children's education this far. We love the enthusiasm, the caring teachers, and the feeling of home. We look forward to 12 more years.
- Posted by Parent - Blair Sumrall
59/6/2019
Stratford is a welcoming school and community! It is amazing what my kids are learning and getting to experience. There is something for everyone at Stratford- from athletics to arts to STEAM, etc... I highly recommend Stratford!
- Posted by Parent - LDP
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