Beaufort Academy Kindergarten

What Beaufort Academy Kindergarten does

Beaufort Academy is an independent, coeducational, nonprofit college preparatory school founded in 1965, operating a single-campus Pre-K3 through 12th grade program in Beaufort, South Carolina. The school is governed by a Board of Trustees, accredited by the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS), and is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) and the South Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA). Its offering is segmented into four divisions — Preschool, Lower School (K–5), Middle School (6–8), and Upper School (9–12) — delivered across two physical locations: a main campus at 240 Sams Point Road and a preschool campus at 7 Fairfield Road. Total enrollment is approximately 330 students served by a 15:1 student-faculty ratio and an average class size of 13, with a graduating Class of 2026 of 21 students.

The core academic product is human-delivered, college-preparatory instruction across the grade bands, supplemented by an Upper School program offering 8 Advanced Placement courses, a dedicated college advising office guided by NACAC-aligned practices, and a 100% four-year college acceptance rate for graduates. Supporting product lines include competitive athletics in SCISA (swimming, volleyball, basketball, soccer, cross country, football, baseball, cheer, archery, golf), the Eagle's Nest after-school program (2:30pm–5pm care), a 2026 Summer Camps catalog spanning sports, arts, coding, and college/career exploration, and an online branded-merchandise School Store. Underlying technology is exclusively third-party administrative infrastructure — Blackbaud for admissions, billing, and student records; ParentSquare for family communication; and Google Classroom and IXL for instructional delivery.

Revenue mechanics are tuition-led with philanthropic supplementation. Families enroll through a structured admissions process (campus tours, preschool open houses, assessment days, online Blackbaud applications) and select from three payment plans: annual (with a 4% early-payment discount), semi-annual, and monthly auto-draft. Approximately 33% of students receive internal financial aid, and qualifying South Carolina families can apply the SC Education Scholarship Trust Fund ($7,500 per K–12 student) toward tuition. Ancillary revenue streams include Annual Fund donations (July 1 – June 30 campaign), planned giving, capital fundraising under a 'Building the Future for Our Eagles' initiative, summer camp fees, after-school care fees, and merchandise sales. Tuition is not publicly disclosed, and the institution files no public financial statements. Customer segments center on two personas: families in the Beaufort, SC area seeking private college-preparatory education and military families (23% of enrollment) affiliated with MCAS Beaufort, MCRD Parris Island, and Naval Hospital Beaufort, the latter served by a dedicated Director of Admissions/Military Family Liaison.

Name

Beaufort Academy Kindergarten

Legal name

Beaufort Academy

Website

https://beaufortacademy.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1965

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Beaufort Academy is an independent, nonprofit Pre-K3–12 college preparatory school in Beaufort, South Carolina, serving ~330 students with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio, 100% college acceptance rate, and a dedicated military-family outreach program for nearby Marine Corps installations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private K-12 Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Nonsectarian Independent Day Schools (EDAJABAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Preschool Programs within Private K–12 Schools (EDACABAM)

Keywords

• Private school education
• College preparatory programs
• Early childhood education
• K12 academic programs
• Independent school tuition

Headquarters

HQ city

Beaufort

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Tuition Revenue: Private school tuition for Pre-K through 12th grade constitutes the primary revenue stream. Tuition is billed through various payment plans including annual, semi-annual, and monthly options.
2. Annual Fund Donations: The school operates an Annual Fund campaign running from July 1 to June 30 annually. Donations support program development, faculty retention, professional development, counseling services, financial aid, library resources, science equipment, art supplies, technology, and diversity efforts.
3. School Store Merchandise: The school operates an online school store selling branded merchandise including youth and adult apparel, hats, cups, and tumblers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Beaufort Academy is an independent, nonprofit, coeducational college preparatory school serving students from Pre-K3 through 12th grade at campuses in Beaufort, South Carolina. The school delivers tuition-based private education across four academic divisions (Preschool, Lower School, Middle School, Upper School), complemented by competitive athletics, college advising, summer camps, after-school care, and a branded school store.

Product overview

Beaufort Academy is a private, coeducational college preparatory school serving Pre-K through 12th grade. The institution operates as a unified educational program with distinct grade-level divisions (Preschool, Lower School, Middle School, and Upper School) that share campus facilities and extracurricular programs. The core educational product is delivered through grade-specific academic programs emphasizing critical thinking, character development, and college preparation. Supporting offerings include competitive athletics, summer camps, after-school care, college advising services, and a branded merchandise school store.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Preschool (Pre-K3 and Pre-K4) Nurturing pre-kindergarten program for ages 3-4 with developmentally appropriate academics, hands-on collaborative learning, and a focus on social-emotional development, independence, and early literacy skills. Operates from the Preschool Campus at 7 Fairfield Road, Beaufort, SC.
• Lower School (Grades K-5) Comprehensive elementary program offering reading, writing, math, science, social studies, Spanish language, arts, and character education with differentiated instruction and MAP testing for academic assessment.
• Middle School (Grades 6-8) Middle school program balancing academic rigor with social-emotional development, featuring subject-expert teachers who mentor students through rapid intellectual, social, and emotional growth.
• Upper School (Grades 9-12) College preparatory high school program with honors and Advanced Placement courses, the 6+1 Traits of Writing model, a full-time college counselor, and a 100% college acceptance rate to 4-year institutions.
• Athletics Program Competitive athletic program offering Swimming, Volleyball, Basketball, Soccer, Cross Country, Football, Baseball, Cheer, Archery, and Golf, competing in SCISA at Middle School, Junior Varsity, and Varsity levels.
• Summer Camps Standalone summer programming including Under the Sea Camp, Little Eagles Cheer Camp, Baseball Camp, Magic Treehouse Camp, BA Career Camp, Coding Camp, Art Camp, and Back to School preparation camps, available to enrolled and external participants.
• Eagle's Nest After-School Program After-school care program for Lower School students offering structured play, artwork, puzzles, sciences, outdoor games, and playground time from 2:30pm to 5pm on regular school days.
• School Store Online retail offering Beaufort Academy branded merchandise including youth and adult apparel, hats, cups and tumblers, and spirit wear in Navy and Light Blue colors.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% of graduates accepted to 4-year colleges and universities
• +2 more outcomes

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• National Association of College Admission Counselors (NACAC)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBeaufort Academy's College Advising office is guided by the philosophy of Frank Sachs, former president of NACAC. The school maintains membership and follows NACAC guidelines in college admissions counseling practices.
• South Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBeaufort Academy competes in SCISA athletics and follows SCISA academic standards and guidelines.
• Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAccreditation organization for independent schools ensuring academic quality and standards compliance.
• National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMembership organization supporting independent education with resources and advocacy.
• BlackbaudcoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology platform used for student enrollment, tuition billing, financial aid management, and parent communication. Blackbaud Tuition Management handles billing and payment processing.
• ParentSquarecoreTechnology or IntegrationCommunication platform for school-to-family messaging covering events, school closings, field trips, and fundraisers.
• SC Education Scholarship Trust Fund (ESTF)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorState-administered scholarship program providing $7,500 per student per year for qualifying South Carolina families in grades K-12 to use at eligible private schools including Beaufort Academy.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Pinewood Preparatory School: Independent Pre-K-12 day school in Summerville, SC, with comparable college-preparatory focus, small class sizes, and AP offerings in the broader South Carolina Lowcountry.
• Bishop England High School: Catholic Pre-K-12 day school in Daniel Island, SC, operating in the same SCISA league and serving Charleston-area families seeking a faith-based college-prep alternative.
• Hilton Head Preparatory School: Independent, nonsectarian Pre-K-12 day school on Hilton Head Island, SC, serving the same Lowcountry/Coastal SC market with a similar college-prep, small-class model.
• Ashley Hall: Independent Pre-K-12 day school in Charleston, SC, with a similar college-prep mission, small classes, and SCISA athletic participation.
• Heathwood Hall Episcopal School: Independent Pre-K-12 day school in Columbia, SC, offering a comparable college-preparatory program with AP courses and competitive athletics in SCISA.
• Augusta Preparatory Day School: Independent Pre-K-12 day school in Augusta, GA, with a comparable nonsectarian, college-preparatory curriculum and similar regional independent-school positioning.
• Porter-Gaud School: Independent Pre-K-12 day school in Charleston, SC, with a comparable nonsectarian, college-preparatory curriculum and AP/athletics portfolio in the same regional market.
• Savannah Country Day School: Independent Pre-K-12 day school in Savannah, GA, directly across the market border from Beaufort, offering the same college-prep, small-class model to coastal Georgia families.
• Thomas Heyward Academy: Independent Pre-K-12 day school in the SC Lowcountry; notably, Beaufort Academy's football coach was recruited from Thomas Heyward after winning four state titles there, evidencing direct athletic and talent overlap.
• Hammond School: Independent Pre-K-12 day school in Columbia, SC, with a similar college-prep focus, AP offerings, and SCISA athletic competition footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/timeline
• Instagraminstagram.com/beaufortacademy
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/beaufort-academy-kindergarten

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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