The First Academy Information

The First Academy (TFA) is a Christ-centered college-preparatory school serving over 1,400 Central Florida students attending in Preschool through 12th grade. Since its opening in 1987, TFA has continued to grow the academic, fine arts, and athletic programs that have elevated its students to the highest levels of achievement and helped develop strength of character that leads young men and women to serve others in their own community and across the globe. The First Academy boasts a 100% college acceptance rate for its graduating seniors, and has received over $107 million in scholarship offers. TFA students at every grade level consistently score well above the state and national average on standardized tests. For nearly a decade, more than half of TFA seventh grade students have qualified for the Duke University Talent Identification program for academically accomplished. Our Head of School, Dr. Steve Whitaker, and our exceptionally qualified faculty and staff invite you to tour our website, then join us in person for a visit to our campus. Once here, you will remember us for our greatest achievement – equipping young men and women to fulfill God’s purpose for their lives with extraordinary integrity, unquestionable ability, and life-long service to the global community.