About
Summer at the Lakes includes days filled with creative arts, STEM activities, sports, and leadership experiences. Campers take part in hands-on learning that can include performing arts, athletics, fine arts, co-curricular activities, public speaking, and an all-school musical. The program is part of Academy at the Lakes, which also offers world travel (ecotourism) and a medicine seminar during the school year.
• Ages: 3–13 years old
• Schedule: Tours available Monday–Friday
Academy at the Lakes was founded in 1992 and graduated its first class of seniors in 2002. The school is an independent, co-educational, non-denominational college-preparatory school with approximately 570 students in PK3 through Grade 12 and a student to teacher ratio of 7 to 1. Academy at the Lakes has three campuses including 15 buildings on almost 100 acres of lakefront property, and the Summer Day Camp is held on its safe, supportive campus. The school’s mission states that it is a learning community of shared values dedicated to the success of each individual at school, in the community, and in the world, and that it celebrates the love of learning and the joy in the journey.
Academy at the Lakes is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) and is accredited by FCIS and Cognia (formerly SACS). It has been named a Platinum-level school on the 2025 AP School Honor Roll. The school reports that 100% of seniors who apply to four-year colleges earn at least one acceptance, and that over the past five years, seniors have been awarded a total of $24 million in merit aid. The community emphasizes a “You Matter Here” ethos, a close-knit, supportive environment with big opportunities, and core values of Balance, Courage, Distinction, Inclusion, Integrity, and Stewardship, and it states that education transcends the classroom with a vibrant, student-centered community. The House System is described as fostering camaraderie, leadership, and friendly competition, and students serve their communities and responsibly engage with the world today and tomorrow.
The leadership team includes Mark Heller as Head of School. Testimonials from families and students describe small class sizes, caring teachers, a diverse and high-character student body, and experiences in sports, performing arts, challenging academic courses, leadership roles, filmmaking, STEM, swimming, music, and strong preparation for life beyond the classroom.
Last updated February 11, 2026.
• Ages: 3–13 years old
• Schedule: Tours available Monday–Friday
Academy at the Lakes was founded in 1992 and graduated its first class of seniors in 2002. The school is an independent, co-educational, non-denominational college-preparatory school with approximately 570 students in PK3 through Grade 12 and a student to teacher ratio of 7 to 1. Academy at the Lakes has three campuses including 15 buildings on almost 100 acres of lakefront property, and the Summer Day Camp is held on its safe, supportive campus. The school’s mission states that it is a learning community of shared values dedicated to the success of each individual at school, in the community, and in the world, and that it celebrates the love of learning and the joy in the journey.
Academy at the Lakes is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) and is accredited by FCIS and Cognia (formerly SACS). It has been named a Platinum-level school on the 2025 AP School Honor Roll. The school reports that 100% of seniors who apply to four-year colleges earn at least one acceptance, and that over the past five years, seniors have been awarded a total of $24 million in merit aid. The community emphasizes a “You Matter Here” ethos, a close-knit, supportive environment with big opportunities, and core values of Balance, Courage, Distinction, Inclusion, Integrity, and Stewardship, and it states that education transcends the classroom with a vibrant, student-centered community. The House System is described as fostering camaraderie, leadership, and friendly competition, and students serve their communities and responsibly engage with the world today and tomorrow.
The leadership team includes Mark Heller as Head of School. Testimonials from families and students describe small class sizes, caring teachers, a diverse and high-character student body, and experiences in sports, performing arts, challenging academic courses, leadership roles, filmmaking, STEM, swimming, music, and strong preparation for life beyond the classroom.
Last updated February 11, 2026.
Is this your business? There is no cost, but you will be asked to sign up or log in.