San Antonio Academy
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Where Boyhood is Celebrated
Since 1886, The Academy has done more than prepare boys for high school. We educate them to succeed in life – scholastically, emotionally, and physically. All aspects of the SAA experience are focused on the educational and developmental needs of boys. In other words, we know boys.
Academy Boys graduate with a strong academic foundation, a positive self-image, strong leadership skills, and much more. Boys learn that integrity, pride in achievement, and kindness are as important as their scholastic work, and what it truly means to be a gentleman.
At The Academy, boys are taught to Be honest. Be kind. Be the best you can be.®
Admissions Process
We welcome you to visit our campus located in the historic Monte Vista neighborhood of San Antonio. The admissions process is designed for you to get to know us and for us to get to know you. We're eager to meet you!
Schedule a Tour
A visit to campus could be the start of something great! You may schedule a tour to learn more about each of our programs: Primary School (Pre-K—2nd Grade), Elementary School (3rd—5th Grade), or Middle School (6th—8th Grade).
Affording The Academy Experience
An Academy education can make a difference for every boy who experiences it. Thanks to our generous Academy community, we’re able to offer tuition assistance to qualified students demonstrating need.
Explore Our Programs
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Learn Why Families Choose The Academy
Hear from our Parent Ambassadors as they tell us about their Academy experience.
The Banks Family
We heard so many wonderful things about SAA boys: their integrity, their manners, their academic capabilities, and we knew right away that it was a school we needed to tour.
The Nicewander Family
Friends who teach high school shared that the Academy Boys always stood apart in class for their strong leadership skills and manners, which only solidified our school decision.
The Rohlfs Family
Beyond the education (which is excellent), each of my sons are known, uplifted and cherished for their individual talents and personalities.
I have known many exceptional boys and men who have benefitted from their years at SAA, as have their families. The school truly fulfills its promise of turning boys into the leaders of tomorrow. – Mary McNelis, Class of '24 Parent
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Transportation
Transportation is available to enrolled students from North/Northwest San Antonio.
After-School Programming
A wide array of extracurricular activities are offered beyond the regular school day, as well as an after-school care option.
News - Events Panel
Admissions Events & Deadlines
Upcoming open house events and important scholarship deadlines.
News Slideshow
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The San Antonio Academy community came together on Saturday, October 19, 2024, for the annual Fall Family Fair, a beloved Academy tradition of nearly four decades. This year’s theme, “SAA Rocks!,” echoed throughout the festivities as over 500 attendees enjoyed an evening of lively entertainment, family fun, and generous support of the school’s mission.
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SAA held a groundbreaking ceremony to mark the start of construction on its new Security Welcome Centers. Held on October 22, at the site of the future East Welcome Center, the structures will be built at the school’s two main entrances to enhance campus security and to ensure a safe environment for the Academy community. Attendees included Matthew White '04 of The Circle Bar Foundation and Nita and Jim Frank, naming donors for each of the centers; Ryan Malitz and members of the Malitz Construction team; and SAA's Board of Trustees, Development Committee, Finance Committee, and administrative team.
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San Antonio Academy welcomed many parents, grandparents, professionals, and interested community members into Ellison Hall Monday evening to hear from social entrepreneur and founder of Project Reboot, Dino Ambrosi. In his talk, "Keys to Building a Tech Healthy Household," Dino addressed the growing addiction to social media and technology, emphasizing the importance of building healthy tech habits for both adults and children.
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Please join us on the evening of Monday, September 23, for an engaging presentation from Dino Ambrozi, Founder of Project Reboot, who is on a mission to help others build healthy relationships with their devices. You’ll learn:
- Why tech addiction happens and how it can be overcome
- How to discuss screen time with kids (without being met by rolled eyes)
- Practical tips to help you and your family maintain balanced relationships with technology
Followed by 30+ minutes of Q&A. All attendees will receive actionable take-home resources and dinner table discussion guides.
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The Gurian Institute recently announced San Antonio Academy's re-certification as a "Gurian Model School." This means that SAA has been trained and adheres to the educational concepts the institute's founder, Michael Gurian, has established for same-sex education. Gurian’s approach is based upon three foundational concepts: (1) boys and girls learn differently; (2) nurture the nature; and (3) understand, monitor, and guide cultural influences.
Meet Our Alumni
San Antonio Academy has graduated leaders from San Antonio, South Texas and beyond since 1886. SAA alumni include astronauts, Congressmen, attorneys, doctors, engineers, business professionals - and even a Flying Tiger! Learn about the men who call The Academy their alma mater.
San Antonio Academy is a non-profit, non-denominational, tax-exempt school, pre-kindergarten through 8th grade. San Antonio Academy admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin.