May 5, 2022
Celebrating the Class of 2022
On Friday, May 13, The First Academy graduated 91 seniors from the Class of 2022 surrounded by family, friends and faculty. There is so much to celebrate about the Class of 2022, not only from... Read More.
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Class of 2022
Congrats to The First Academy Class of 2022 on their graduation. Read more about their accomplishments throughout high school.
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Best Christian School
Top review site Niche.com ranked The First Academy as “Orange County’s #1 Best Christian School”. Learn more about the award and several other top rankings TFA has earned for 2021!
About us
The First Academy is a Christ-centered, college preparatory, private school serving over 1,450 Central Florida students from preschool through high school.
Since its founding in 1986, The First Academy has continued to grow the academic, fine arts, and athletic programs, helping elevate students to their highest levels of achievement. Developing character strength has led our young men and women to serve others in Orlando and across the globe.
Academics
Arts
November 30, 2021
Fine Arts Team Spotlight
Cynthia Collins What is your role at TFA? 3D Visual Arts Instructor - because God created all things, it is easy to teach Art with Him as the focus. I strive to teach the visual arts in a way that... Read More.
November 16, 2021
NAHS students paint Windermere Christmas mural
Upper School Visual Arts students are decking the halls… and WALLS! The First Academy's Chapter of National Art Honor Society was again invited by Vintage Realty to paint their office wall in... Read More.
June 7, 2021
Students receive Top ACSI Art Honors
Our Upper and Middle School Visual Art students' hard work earned them national recognization this year. Several students' 2D and 3D artwork were submitted for The Association of Christian Schools... Read More.
May 6, 2021
Hello, Dolly!
Written by Gabriella Headley, Theatre Director Over the past 2 weekends, 36 high school students, cast & crew, presented The First Academy's Upper School Musical, Hello, Dolly! Gower... Read More.
March 23, 2021
A Night To Remember
Our entire TFA community is invited to join the Fine Arts Department as they proudly present A Night to Remember. Featuring student performers from the award-winning Middle and Upper school band... Read More.
January 19, 2021
Fine Arts Update & Accolades
Fine Arts Families, TFA Fine Arts has experienced major growth and as a result, additional offerings have been designed to enhance the progress of this programming. Efforts by administration, the... Read More.
December 10, 2020
Award-Winning Fine Arts Showcases
The winter season has been a busy and successful one for the Fine Arts Department. Middle and Upper School Visual Arts students fine-tuned their work for display, showcasing it as part of the annual... Read More.
December 5, 2019
5 Events You Don’t Want To Miss
Written by Dr. Steve Whitaker, Head of School The Christmas Season is a busy time at TFA. This time of year we celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. It is a time filled with... Read More.
Athletics
February 15, 2022
State Champion Royals Open New Baseball Field
The First Academy will open its new Baseball facility on Tuesday, February 22nd as the Royals begin their state title defense in their season opener at 7:00pm against Citrus League Rivals... Read More.
November 30, 2021
Athletics Team Spotlight
Bo Burgess What is your role at TFA? Sports Information Coordinator/MS Athletics Coordinator - I facilitate most of our external communications/media responsibilities. I also assist with all of... Read More.
November 8, 2021
Eight Royals sign to play college sports
At The First Academy, our athletes participate in programs that aim to both further their skill and glorify God through interactions with teammates, fans, officials, and opponents. The goal of TFA... Read More.
August 18, 2021
TFA Alum signs with Lakers
The First Academy Class of 2017’s Chaundee Brown Jr. recently signed with the Los Angeles Lakers, becoming the first alumnus to play in the NBA. From a standout player in high school to helping... Read More.
August 6, 2021
TFA Alum Earns Silver Medal in Olympics
The First Academy Class of 2015 Alumna Teahna Daniels helped propel the United States Women’s 4x100m Relay team into 2nd place, earning a Silver Medal in the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. Daniels is... Read More.
May 26, 2021
Royals Baseball Wins FHSAA Class 3A State Championship
The First Academy Royals Varsity Baseball team capped off a 30-1 season by winning the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) Class 3A State Championship, defeating Miami’s Westminster... Read More.
September 9, 2020
Fall Athletic Protocols
Written by Will Cohen, Athletic Director As we begin competition for our fall sports teams at The First Academy, I would like to take a moment to thank our dedicated student-athletes, parents... Read More.
June 24, 2020
2020 – 2021 Athletic Tryout Information
August 24 Update TFA Families, Thanks for your support as we continue to get our fall sports underway in the weeks ahead. On Thursday evening, I sent you an email with details that some of our... Read More.
In 2007, TFA was selected to receive an inaugural
FHSAA Rozelle Sportsmanship Award
only one of seven schools honored in the state of Florida
$84 million
in scholarship offers since 2003.
151,000 hours
of Missions/Service completed around the world since 2003
100%
of TFA graduates have been accepted to college
Events
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MS Field Trip-Sea World
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US 12:15pm Dismissal-Last Day of School
12:15 PM-12:15 PM
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MS 12:15pm Dismissal-Last Day of School
12:15 PM-12:15 PM
Giving Opportunities
In August of 1987, The First Academy committed to “preparing children for life as Christian leaders.” Through the faithfulness of God and the generosity of his people, The First Academy began impacting thousands of students’ lives. Since then, countless parents, grandparents and alumni have given generously, and today we ask that you, too, help make this possible.