Stratford Academy

Stratford Academy is an independent school near Macon, Georgia, United States. Stratford was founded in 1960 by a group of Macon parents who felt that the Middle Georgia area needed an independent college preparatory school. In September 1960, the school opened its doors to 117 students and 17 faculty members in the antebellum Overlook Mansion on Coleman Hill in Macon's historic district. Thirteen students became Stratford's first alumni in 1962, and since that time more than 2,700 young people have been graduated from the school.

The current facilities were built in 1974 on more than seventy acres of wooded land in northwest Bibb County. The school completed its move when the Lower School and Kindergarten came to the campus in 1978. The new buildings represent a contemporary contrast to Overlook Mansion and house the four school divisions: Preschool, Lower School, Middle School, and Upper School. The 17,500-square-foot (1,630 m²) Olson Library, a state-of-the-art facility, was completed in August 2000. The Stratford Academy Eagles athletics teams compete in the Georgia Independent School Association and have won over 160 state championships in its 50 years of existence. Stratford is today a school community of more than 900 students and more than 100 faculty and staff. Stratford recently extended its family to new headmaster, Robert Veto. Along with the gaining of a new staff member, they lost one, Gary Ross, who recently retired due to back problems. Gary Ross was the dedicated Middle School Principal there and had taught at Stratford for over 10 years. Stratford's signature colors are navy blue, grey, and white; and their mascot is the eagle.

Stratford is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), the Georgia Independent School Association (GISA), the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS), and the College Board. In 1982, Stratford earned accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

Mission Statement

"Libertas Excellentiae"

In partnership with families, students, and faculty, Stratford:

• Provides opportunities for students to develop their individual abilities and skills within the context of a rigorous curriculum.
• Builds character and integrity by offering students a variety of ethical and cultural perspectives through the curriculum and service to the school and community.
• Encourages students to engage in a wide range of academic, athletic, fine arts, and service-related activities.
• Inspires leadership and prepares students for responsible stewardship and citizenship.

Admissions

Admissions

Stratford educates the whole student in the following areas:

• Academics
• Athletics
• Arts
• Character development
• Leadership and self-confidence
• Social responsibility
• Co-curricular activities

External links

• Stratford Academy website