Summit Academy is a private, progressive school in Nassau, Bahamas, founded in 2003, serving K2 through Grade 8. The school follows the IEYC and IPC curricula in a lakeside campus housed in a historic building, emphasising inquiry-based learning, small classes, and character education.
Location
Summit Academy is at Lake Waterloo, Nassau, Bahamas, in a historic 10,000 sq ft lakeside building.
Stages
K2 (preschool) through Grade 8.
Type
Summit Academy is a private co-educational progressive day school.
Uniform Requirement
Uniforms required, varying by grade level (K2-6 and 7-8). Online ordering available.
Curriculum
International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) for ages 2-5. International Primary Curriculum (IPC) for primary. Progressive, inquiry-based learning emphasising constructivism.
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Culture of caring and kindness. Character and values-based education.
History
Founded in 2003 in a historic lakeside building formerly part of Sir Stafford Sands' residence.
Community
Family-centric community with small class sizes and active parent involvement.
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Active PTA.
Facilities Overview
Historic 10,000 sq ft lakeside building, formerly part of Sir Stafford Sands' residence. Air-conditioned classrooms, library, multipurpose rooms, swimming pool, upgraded playground.
Sports Facilities
Swimming pool and upgraded playground.
Academic Facilities
Library and multipurpose rooms.
Academic & Intellectual
Inquiry-based and constructivist learning approach.
Community & Service
Character and values-based education.
Accreditations
IEYC and IPC accredited.
Admissions
Now accepting applications for 2026. Tuition schedule available for 2025/2026. Campus tours by request.
