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Piedmont University educates students to become successful and responsible citizens through rigorous academic instruction in the liberal arts and professional disciplines. Learning opportunities are provided through undergraduate and graduate programs offered at various locations. The institution emphasizes high ethical standards and respect for diversity.

Our mission is to prepare our students for life by inspiring in each individual an excitement for learning and the pursuit of academic excellence: to instill sound ethical standards of behavior; to foster understanding, tolerance, and respect for others and to encourage active responsible citizenship.

As a JK-12 co-ed independent school in Richmond, Virginia, The Steward School's mission is to prepare our students for college and for life in a community defined by robust academics, inspiration, engagement, and care. The School celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2022. With a college-preparatory curriculum, small classes, individual attention, extracurricular enterprises, and an in-school tutoring program, Steward is designed to prepare students for the world ahead. The program includes championship athletics, world-class fine arts, community service, and interest clubs. Additionally, Steward offers after-school care, summer camps, interdisciplinary projects, and innovative minimesters with internship and travel abroad opportunities, allowing for a personalized educational experience. Located in Richmond, Virginia on 37 acres, The Steward School has a stunning campus that includes five academic buildings including the Bryan Innovation Lab, a $10 million Center for the Arts, a world-class athletic center, three athletic fields, a state-of-the-art baseball stadium, and nine tennis courts. Number of JK-12 Students: 715 Average Class Size: 12 Student to Faculty Ratio: 8 to 1 $3 million granted in Variable Tuition each year Nearly 50 zip codes represented among students 37-acre campus with six academic buildings, two gyms, eight tennis courts, and four athletic fields Interscholastic Athletics: Grades 6-12, 40 Teams in 12 Sports Steward is accredited by the Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS) and the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS).