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See your child eager to take on each day, excited to see their teachers, and ready to share their experiences with you when the day is done.
For over 52 years, Sumner Academy has put students' best interests first in every decision about our program.
Our independent, non-religious, private, Pre-K to 8th grade school truly inspires a love of learning.
We use a faculty-driven curriculum, and learning takes place inside and outside of the classroom. Our secure, 23-acre campus is located in Gallatin, Tennessee.
Tuition varies by grade, and includes costs for technology, textbooks, supplies, and lunch. There are no extra fees! Uniforms, afterschool care, and overnight field trips are an extra cost.
- Pre-K: $11,113
- K: $12,751
- Lower School (1-4): $14,975
- Middle School (5-8): $15,443
School Motto: Honoring the Past. Creating the Future.
School Mascot: Hawk
For over 52 years, Sumner Academy has put students' best
interests first in every decision about our program. Our
independent, non-religious, private, Pre-K to 8th grade school
truly inspires a love of learning.
Our mission is to discover and cultivate each child's unique
abilities. We use innovative approaches to traditional school
values and learning to create a solid foundation for your child's
development and success. With small class sizes, students receive
more individualized attention and are known throughout campus,
enabling teachers to uncover and foster the best in our
learners.
As an independent school, we use a faculty-driven curriculum.
Learning takes place inside and outside of the classroom, from
various learning and activity spaces on our secure 23-acre campus
to exciting local and regional experiences. Students learn and
apply lessons in the classroom to real life. We encourage children
to feel safe taking risks, exploring new activities, and
challenging themselves.
Schedule a tour today, or drop in for our Admissions Preview
Day on Sunday, November 9, 2025!
Grades: 3-12 | 57 students28.5 miles 5555 Franklin Pike Nashville, TN 37220 (615) 791-6467
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School Reviews
5.00 out of 5(4 reviews)
59/21/2020
I have three children currently at Sumner Academy and one that has graduated. My child who graduated was well prepared for high school and placed in honors classes at a highly competitive college prep private school. All of my children have had academic success thanks to the talented teachers and staff. Sumner Academy offers a sense of community we missed in our previous schools. We are so happy to be a part of the Sumner Academy family.
- Posted by Parent - Sarah Alexander
59/21/2020
We have had a child at Sumner Academy for 8 years. The school has been a academically excellent and nurturing environment for our child, and we would never have wanted him anywhere else for this critical period of his educational life. We would wholeheartedly recommend this fine school for your child.
- Posted by Parent - Stewart
53/10/2018
This is our second year at Sumner Academy, and my daughter loves it here! She attended public school for elementary and started SA in the 6th grade. She has really blossomed! She is challenged academically, participates in three sports, and has made some wonderful friends. The teachers and staff are all wonderful. We could not be happier with the quality of education that she is receiving at Sumner Academy!
- Posted by Parent - Melissa Robinson
511/24/2017
Sumner Academy is a challenging, independent school. Its Sumner County location draws students from Sumner, Wilson, Trousdale, and Davidson counties. We use a blended approach, borrowing the best aspects of many educational models. Beginning in First Grade, teachers specialize in specific subjects. Students benefit from the expertise of more than one teacher and get to move between classrooms several times a day. Our small class sizes and policy of teaching to the top of the class allow for an accelerated pace of learning. Teachers also care deeply about the social and emotional well being of each child and offer guidance to excellence in character. Excellence in academics, character, and athletics are the standard at our school. Come tour with us to see the school for yourself and to determine if Sumner Academy is a fit for your child.
- Posted by Administrator - Lindsey Stewart
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