Shelton Academy

What Shelton Academy does

Shelton Academy is a private Catholic K-12 school operating a single campus at 9455 NW 40th Street Rd, Doral, Florida, serving students from Pre-K3 through Grade 12. The school is organized into three academic divisions (Early Years, Lower Academy K-5, Upper Academy 6-12) and is led by President Carlos E. Padula. It operates under the Arenales Educational Network, an international Catholic school network connecting it to affiliated institutions in Spain. The school holds triple accreditation (Cognia, AISF, NCPSA) and offers signature programs including M.I.N.D.S. (anthropology through art, partnered with El Museo del Prado), D.I.V.E. (marine science), Life Prep (Project-Based Learning character formation), mandatory one-on-one Mentoring, Catholic Formation rooted in Saint Josemar\u00eda Escriv\u00e1's teachings, and the Will To Love anthropology program (with Universidad de Navarra).

The technology stack is administrative rather than differentiated: Chromebooks (Grades 1-8) and iPads (Grades 9-12) are deployed in classrooms; tuition and parent communications run on Blackbaud and the MySchoolApp-powered "My Shelton" portal; Google Analytics tracks website traffic. No proprietary software or AI/ML capabilities are disclosed.

The business model is tuition-driven subscription revenue with multiple ancillary streams. Base tuition ranges from $10,580 (PK-3/PK-4) to $16,250 (Grades 9-12), billed annually or in ten monthly installments. Non-refundable enrollment fees of $1,200-$2,600 include device leasing. After-school programs (academic, artistic, sports) are priced monthly ($70-$325) and are open to the public, providing a secondary revenue channel. Additional revenue includes fees for ESL ($75/class), ESE ($150-$250/month), AP exams ($200), tutoring ($70/class), and summer camp. The school accepts Florida Step Up for Students scholarships and issues I-20 visas for international students. Go-to-market is sales-led through an online application portal, campus tours, and open houses, targeting families seeking Catholic, faith-based, college-preparatory education.

Name

Shelton Academy

Legal name

Shelton Academy

Website

https://sheltonacademyschools.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Shelton Academy is a private Catholic K-12 school in Doral, Florida, serving Pre-K3 through Grade 12 students with signature programs in marine science, art, and Catholic formation. It generates revenue primarily from tiered tuition ($10,580-$16,250) and an extensive after-school enrichment business.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Catholic Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Nonsectarian Independent Day Schools (EDAJABAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

After-School Academic Support Programs (Centers & Clubs) (EDAJALAM), Faith-Based Early Learning Academies (EDACADAH)

Keywords

• Private K-12 education
• Catholic school services
• College preparatory programs
• After-school enrichment
• Special education services

Headquarters

HQ city

Doral

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition Revenue: Primary revenue stream from tuition payments. Tuition may be paid in one annual payment with a $250 discount, or ten monthly payments (August-May). Tuition ranges from $10,580/year for PK-3/PK-4 to $16,250/year for Grades 9-12.
2. Enrollment Fees: Non-refundable enrollment fees ranging from $1,200 (PK-3/PK-4) to $2,600 (Grades 5-12) that include device leasing (Chromebook or iPad).
3. After-School Programs: Revenue from various after-school activities including aftercare ($220/month), ESE ($150/month), ESL ($75/class), guided homework ($180/month), tutoring ($70/class), test prep ($70/month), art ($130/month), dance ($90/month), music ($120/month), robotics ($85/month), soccer ($120/month), tennis ($100/month), golf ($325/month), roller skating ($90/month), and cooking ($200/month).
4. Special Programs: Additional fees for ESL program ($250/month), ESE program ($250/month), AP exam fees ($200/course), I-20 preparation ($120 one-time), and graduation ceremony fees ($200-$300).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Shelton Academy is a private Catholic K-12 school delivering Pre-K3 through Grade 12 education across Early Years, Lower Academy (K-5), and Upper Academy (6-12) divisions, supported by signature programs (M.I.N.D.S. art framework, D.I.V.E. marine biology, Life Prep), ESE and ESOL support services, mandatory one-on-one mentoring, Catholic formation, college counseling, athletics (Shelton Saints), and over 20 student clubs. Families also purchase after-school academic, artistic, and sports enrichment plus a summer camp open to the public.

Product overview

Shelton Academy is a private Catholic school in Doral, Florida offering a unified K-12 educational experience organized into three academic divisions (Early Years/Pre-K3-4, Lower Academy/K-5, Upper Academy/6-12) with signature programs and comprehensive support services. The institution combines rigorous academics with distinctive programs including the M.I.N.D.S. framework for anthropology through art (featuring exclusive museum partnerships with El Museo del Prado and Universidad de Navarra), the D.I.V.E. marine biology experience, Life Prep whole-person development, one-on-one Mentoring, Catholic Formation, and Family Programs. Academic support is provided through ESE (Exceptional Student Education) and ESOL (English as a Second Language) programs, while enrichment extends via After-School Programs (Academic, Artistic, Sports), Summer Camp, Athletics competing as Shelton Saints, and over 20 Clubs plus a Houses system. College preparation is supported through counseling, AP courses, and the Ray Dass test prep program.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Early Years Program (Pre-K3 and Pre-K4) Early childhood education program preparing children for elementary school through the Shelton Method, integrating hands-on learning, personal responsibility, and virtue development alongside academic achievement. Tuition is $10,580 annually or $10,830 on the 10-month plan, with a $1,200 non-refundable enrollment fee.
• Lower Academy (Kindergarten through Grade 5) Comprehensive K-5 curriculum exceeding Florida State Standards that supports all learning styles while promoting academic excellence, character development, and foundational skills, including M.I.N.D.S. art, D.I.V.E. marine biology, Spanish, and theology. Kindergarten tuition is $12,670 annually; Grades 1-5 tuition is $14,800 annually with a $2,600 enrollment fee that includes a Chromebook.
• Upper Academy (Grades 6-12) College preparatory curriculum for middle and high school featuring project-based learning, Advanced Placement courses, honors programs, electives including AP Psychology, Forensics, Film Studies, and Florida Virtual School integration, supported by college counseling and the Ray Dass test preparation program. Tuition is $15,500 (Grades 6-8) and $16,250 (Grades 9-12) annually with a $2,600 enrollment fee that includes a Chromebook or iPad.
• ESE (Exceptional Student Education) Individualized support program for students with diverse learning needs, providing personalized learning plans, specialized strategies, and collaborative family and teacher partnerships to help students achieve academic, social, and emotional success. After-school ESE supplement available at $150 per month.
• ESOL (English as a Second Language) English language support program for non-native speakers that develops reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills through personalized instruction and small group support, enabling academic and social success in the school community. After-school ESOL classes priced at $75 per class.
• After-School Program Publicly accessible after-school program offering academic enrichment, creative arts, athletic activities, aftercare, tutoring, and ESE/ESL services. Programs begin at 2:30 PM (Early Years) and 3:30 PM (other programs), with childcare available until 6:00 PM, and open to both enrolled students and the wider community.
• Summer Camp (Camp Shelton) Summer program featuring Half Day and Full Day options including Kukenam Day Camp for ages 3-13 and Carlos Tirado Art Summer Camp, running 9 weeks from June 8 to August 7, 2026.

Quantifiable outcome

• 28 credits minimum graduation requirement with 2.0 unweighted GPA
• +2 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration11 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• El Museo del Prado (Madrid, Spain)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSeptember to November collaboration brings masterpieces from Velázquez and other iconic artists to Shelton students, providing authentic museum-based art experiences through the M.I.N.D.S. program.
• La Universidad de Navarra (Pamplona, Spain)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJanuary onward partnership enables students to explore art as a multidisciplinary practice connecting creativity with daily life, science, literature. Also supports Will To Love program on anthropology and human dignity.
• MISO (The Miami Symphony Orchestra)coreTechnology or IntegrationMusic program partnership providing classes for students with little or no experience who want to sing, learn keyboard, drums. Students can join the Shelton Orchestra.
• Ray Dass ProgramcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNationally recognized test preparation program integrated into Upper Academy to help students excel on SAT, ACT, and PSAT exams using engaging teaching methods and personalized practice.
• Kukenam Day CampminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSummer camp partnership offering fun games, music, craft, team building, sports for children aged 3 to 13. Program runs through Kukenamcamp.com.
• Step Up for StudentscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerFlorida state scholarship program accepted by Shelton Academy, helping make private school education more affordable for income-eligible families.
• Arenales Educational NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational educational network connecting Shelton Academy to schools in Spain, part of the broader network of Catholic educational institutions.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Belen Jesuit Preparatory School: All-boys Catholic Jesuit college preparatory school in Miami, FL serving Grades 6–12. Comparable as a faith-based, college-prep private school competing in the same South Florida market for similar Catholic-seeking families.
• Palmer Trinity School: Independent nonsectarian college-preparatory day school in Palmetto Bay, FL serving Grades 6–12. Direct competitor in South Florida's premium private K-12 market with comparable tuition and college-prep positioning.
• Ransom Everglades School: Highly selective independent college-prep day school in Coconut Grove, FL serving Grades 6–12. Comparable premium-priced competitor in the South Florida market with strong college placement and signature-program identity.
• Florida Christian School: Christian college-preparatory school in Miami, FL serving PK3 through Grade 12 with faith integration across academics and athletics. Comparable as a faith-rooted, full PK-12 day school competing in the same South Florida catchment.
• Miami Country Day School: Independent college-preparatory day school in Miami, FL serving PK3 through Grade 12 with signature programs, athletics, and arts. Comparable to Shelton's full PK-12 grade span, signature-program emphasis, and Miami-area positioning.
• Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart: Catholic independent school in Coconut Grove, FL offering PK3 through Grade 12 with a faith-rooted, college-preparatory mission. Closely comparable to Shelton in grade span, Catholic formation emphasis, and Miami-Dade catchment.
• St. Brendan High School: Catholic co-educational college-preparatory high school in Miami, FL. Comparable faith-based, Catholic-formation, college-prep model competing for the same Miami-Dade Catholic-seeking families at the high school level.
• Immaculata-La Salle High School: Catholic co-educational college-preparatory high school in Miami, FL offering Grades 9–12 with Catholic formation and AP programming. Comparable Catholic-formation and college-prep high school competing for Miami-Dade families.

Broad incumbents

• Pine Crest School: Large, well-established independent college-prep day school with campuses in Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton, FL serving Grades PK3–12. Operates as a broader incumbent in South Florida's premium private school market with deeper brand recognition than Shelton.
• Archdiocese of Miami Schools: Network of Catholic elementary and secondary schools across Miami-Dade and Broward counties. Operates as a broader incumbent in the regional Catholic K-12 market; Shelton competes with several of its parish schools for Catholic families.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/SheltonAcademy
• Facebookfacebook.com/sheltonacademyschool
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/shelton-academy
• Instagraminstagram.com/sheltonacademy
• Xx.com/shelton_academy

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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