San Antonio Academy
An Independent Boys School
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Building a Foundation for Boys - It All Begins Here
San Antonio Academy was founded in 1886 by Dr. W.B. Seeley, who sought to develop young men with academic discipline, strong character, and good physical condition. These traits became the hallmarks of San Antonio Academy.
Today, Dr. Seeley's legacy serves as our inspiration. We continue to build young men of character, teaching them how important it is to "Be honest. Be kind. Be the best you can be." We are committed to Four Foundational Pillars throughout our Primary, Elementary, and Middle School programming: Scholarship, Leadership, Integrity, and Brotherhood. Everything that our students experience is rooted in what's best for boys: how they learn, how their brains develop, and how they engage with the world around them.
We educate boys for life and prepare each young man to fulfill his noble purpose.
Mission
San Antonio Academy offers an exceptional education intentionally crafted for boys Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade.
Leadership
Meet the distinguished leaders who come together and provide council for our school.
2022 Strategic Plan
Learn about our strategic plan that provides a framework for our school. Deeply rooted in The Academy’s long-held traditions and values, the plan calls for the school to build upon its strengths and sets the course for a vibrant future.
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The Academy Experience
![life at the academy - Primary Boys Cheer at Football Game]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1754940048/saacademyorg/cvxkgh62u4wxg5l1000j/lifeattheacademy.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1754940048/saacademyorg/cvxkgh62u4wxg5l1000j/lifeattheacademy.png","width":500}])
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![Athletics - San Antonio Academy Soccer Player]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1754939955/saacademyorg/wm38r1eza7uvrcerv9on/athletics.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1754939955/saacademyorg/wm38r1eza7uvrcerv9on/athletics.png","width":500}])
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News From The Academy
News Slideshow
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Frost Field was alive with color, competition, and contagious excitement as San Antonio Academy's Elementary and Middle School boys took part in the annual Upper School Field Day. Dressed proudly in their company colors, each team stepped onto the field with energy, determination, and a strong sense of brotherhood that defined the day.
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With a spirit of gratitude and a firm sense of tradition, San Antonio Academy’s Class of 2026 was formally inducted into the ranks of alumni during the annual Alumni and 8th Grade Luncheon. The gathering took place on Monday, April 13, at The Argyle, where generations of Academy men assembled for an afternoon marked by fellowship, reflection, and enduring connection.
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San Antonio Academy’s 4th-grade students transformed the Moody Refectory into a vibrant celebration of culture, cuisine, and language during the annual Spanish-Speaking Countries Culinary Fair.
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San Antonio Academy hosted its 4th Annual Alumni Lacrosse Game on Thursday, April 9, bringing together former Wildcats for an evening of spirited competition and connection. Alumni returned to campus, with about a dozen taking the field alongside members of the current 7th/8th-grade lacrosse team.
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For 38 years, Summer At The Academy has been one of the most respected enrichment programs of its kind in the region, welcoming hundreds of girls and boys from across South Texas and beyond. What began as a seasonal offering has become a tradition: eight weeks of purposeful learning, joyful discovery, and the kind of summer children remember long after they pack up their backpacks and head back to school.
Our History
Since 1886, San Antonio Academy has been a beacon of our community, graduating leaders who have gone on to become astronauts, Congressmen, attorneys, doctors, artists, engineers, and business professionals. Take a journey through our history, from the earliest days of "The Seeley School," to our present campus on East French Place.