About TSA

Founded in 1964, Thomas Sumter Academy is an independent, co-educational college preparatory school for students in pre-kindergarten through grade 12

Mission

The mission of Thomas Sumter Academy is to develop, in a safe and Christian environment, well-rounded individuals who are fully prepared for college and life.

Vision Statement

Thomas Sumter Academy strategically envisions becoming the top college preparatory principled leadership K-12 school in South Carolina

Philosophy

“Add to your faith, virtue; and to virtue, knowledge.” ~ 2 Peter1:5

Thomas Sumter Academy is an educational institution serving students in an environment of Christian love and discipline within which students learn to link bodies of knowledge and develop an enthusiasm for living. Recognizing that academic success cannot stand alone, Thomas Sumter Academy places importance on participation in interscholastic athletics, fine arts, and extracurricular activities; in conjunction with the development of their faith, personal skills and attitudes in leadership, dependability, initiative, and fairness. A primary goal of TSA is to assist each student in maximum growth toward independence in thought and action. Expectations are high, and the calling to be one’s best is very real.

Campuses

The main campus is located in Dalzell, SC. The main campus is a collective of historical facilities creating a campus environment of engaged learning. This campus is located in a rural triangle created by Sumter, SC, Camden, SC, and Shaw Air Force Base.

In August of 2016 a satellite campus was opened in East Columbia, SC.

Enrollment

Our current enrollment is 371 students. The Class of 2020 had 38 graduates and over $12.2 million in scholarships, representing a variety of ethnic and economic backgrounds.