Westminster Academy (Fort Lauderdale)

What Westminster Academy (Fort Lauderdale) does

Westminster Academy is a private, Christ-centered, college preparatory school operating on a single campus at 5601 North Federal Highway in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, founded in 1971 and affiliated with Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church. The school serves students from PK2 through 12th grade across Lower School (PK2-grade 5) and Upper School (grades 6-12), delivering a biblically-based curriculum with 23 AP courses and 8 dual enrollment offerings, a comprehensive fine arts program (band, chorus, orchestra, drama, visual arts, broadcasting), and 20+ competitive athletic programs. The 1:1 Technology Program places iPads in grades K-8 and MacBooks in grades 9-12, and a Shark Attack FIRST Robotics team operates for grades 7-12. The school's competitive positioning is reinforced by a 2014 National Blue Ribbon School designation, #1 Best Christian K-12 School ranking in Broward County by Niche.com, and third consecutive AP School Honor Roll recognition.

The business model is a tuition-dependent nonprofit supplemented by philanthropic fundraising. Primary revenue comes from annual tuition (PK2 through grade 12), with published rates available on wa.edu alongside financial assistance and Florida Bright Futures Scholarships. Supplementary revenue is generated through the Annual Fund (2025-26 goal of $975,000), the Star-Spangled Gala (over $1 million raised in 2026), the Sporting Clay Tournament (over $53,000), premium Stadium Box Seating subscriptions, and the multi-phase Next Chapter Capital Campaign ($7.5 million Phase I). The go-to-market motion is direct admissions via campus tours, Open House events, parent testimonials, alumni referrals, and the Lions Parent Association, with a church-school partnership providing a continuous pipeline of like-minded families. Go-to-market is supported by a 79-person staff including a Director of Development, Capital Campaign Co-Chairs, and an Auction Director, indicating a professionalized fundraising apparatus.

The school is currently executing a campus expansion: Phase I of The Next Chapter Capital Campaign broke ground in May 2026 with KAST Construction as general contractor, including a new pool and the Marzano Family Athletic Pavilion, alongside the La Quinta property acquisition. Outcomes are demonstrably strong — Class of 2026 received $6.09 million in college scholarship offers with 41% earning Florida Bright Futures, and 51 AP Scholars were recognized in 2025. Westminster Academy is governed by a School Board chaired by George Barbar and led by Headmaster Dr. Joel Satterly, with no parent company, venture capital, or private equity ownership.

Name

Westminster Academy (Fort Lauderdale)

Legal name

Westminster Academy

Website

https://wa.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1971

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Westminster Academy is a Christ-centered, college preparatory K-12 private school in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, founded in 1971 and affiliated with Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church, serving PK2 through grade 12 students with tuition, philanthropy, and an expanding campus footprint.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private K-12 Christian Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

International/Global Curriculum Schools (IB, Cambridge, etc.) (EDAJABAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Accelerated Learning & Grade Advancement Programs (EDAJAGAE), Faith-Based Early Learning Academies (EDACADAH)

Keywords

• Private K-12 education
• Christian college preparatory
• School athletics programs
• Fine arts education
• College counseling services

Headquarters

HQ city

Fort Lauderdale

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Tuition: Primary revenue stream from student tuition payments across PK2 through 12th grade programs.
2. Annual Fund: Annual giving campaign supporting people, programs, and places on campus. 2025-26 goal of $975,000.
3. Star-Spangled Gala Dinner Auction: Annual dinner auction raising over $1 million, with funds supporting the Annual Fund and Capital Campaign.
4. The Next Chapter Capital Campaign: Multi-phase campus expansion campaign; Phase I is $7.5 million. Includes matching gifts and designated donations.
5. Sporting Clay Tournament: Annual fundraising event raising over $53,000 for the Annual Fund.
6. Stadium Box Seating: Premium seating options in football stadium (48 boxes) and gymnasium (48 boxes) for athletic events.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Westminster Academy is a Christ-centered, biblically-based K-12 college preparatory school that delivers tuition-based private education from PK2 through 12th grade, including Lower School (PK2-grade 5), Upper School (grades 6-12), and PREP preschool programs. Its core offering combines rigorous academics (23 AP courses and 8 Dual Enrollment courses), a comprehensive fine arts program, competitive athletics, FIRST Robotics, and college counseling services supported by a 1:1 technology program with iPads and MacBooks.

Product overview

Westminster Academy is a Christ-centered, biblically-based K-12 college preparatory school offering a unified educational program consisting of Lower School (PK2–grade 5), PREP preschool, and Upper School (grades 6–12). The school provides a comprehensive portfolio of programs including rigorous academics with 23 AP courses and 8 Dual Enrollment courses, Fine Arts (band, broadcasting, chorus, drama, orchestra, visual arts), Athletics (Lions sports teams), Shark Attack Robotics (FIRST Robotics), Camp WA summer programs, and College Counseling services. The FACTS Family Portal provides parents and students online access to academic information. The school partners with Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church and operates from two campuses in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Westminster Academy K-12 Education Programs A Christ-centered, biblically-based college preparatory school offering Lower School (PK2-grade 5), Upper School (grades 6-12), and PREP preschool programs with rigorous academics, fine arts, and athletics for students and families seeking faith-based education.
• Fine Arts Program Comprehensive arts education including band, broadcasting, chorus, drama, orchestra, and visual arts for students PK2 through grade 12 at Westminster Academy.
• Athletics Program (Lions High School Athletics) Lions High School Athletics offering competitive sports including basketball, football, soccer, baseball, softball, tennis, swimming, volleyball, lacrosse, track & field, water polo, golf, and cheerleading for student-athletes at Westminster Academy.
• Shark Attack Robotics Team FIRST Robotics competition team for students in grades 7-12, teaching teamwork and technology skills at Westminster Academy.
• Camp WA Summer Programs Summer camp offerings including Preschool Camp, Sports Camps, and Enrichment Camps providing STEM activities, performing arts, and skill-building programs for students from preschool through 8th grade.
• College Counseling Services Comprehensive college preparation including 23 AP courses, 8 Dual Enrollment courses, college counseling, and scholarship assistance for Westminster Academy students.

Quantifiable outcome

• Class of 2026 received $6,090,034 in college scholarship offers with 41% receiving Florida Bright Futures Scholarships
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship, major and minor.

• KAST ConstructioncoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 May 2026KAST Construction is serving as the general contractor for Phase I of The Next Chapter Capital Campaign, a $7.5 million campus expansion project including a new pool and Marzano Family Athletic Pavilion.
• Benedetti OrthodonticsflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 10 April 2026Title Sponsor of the Star-Spangled Gala annual dinner auction, Westminster Academy's largest fundraising event. The 2026 gala raised over $1 million.
• Bet-David ConsultingmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 10 April 2026Patriot Sponsor of the Star-Spangled Gala supporting the school's annual fundraising efforts.
• Fratarcangeli Wealth ManagementmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 10 April 2026Patriot Sponsor of the Star-Spangled Gala supporting the school's annual fundraising efforts.
• Coral Ridge Presbyterian ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFounding church partner providing church-school integration. Baccalaureate and Commencement ceremonies held at Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church. Joint Kingdom Come Conference and other faith-based programming.
• Palm Beach Atlantic UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHost venue for Student Ambassador training retreats, where industry leaders invest in servant leadership development.
• Collision Care XpressmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerTitle Sponsor of the spring musical productions including The Wizard of Oz and Anastasia.
• Primerica, Oropesa & Associates, Alise & AssociatesmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerDirector's Circle Sponsors of the spring musical productions.
• The Barbar FamilymajorGTM or Marketing PartnerAdvocate of the Arts Sponsor supporting fine arts productions.
• We InsureminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFriend of the Arts Sponsor supporting fine arts productions.
• Little's PhotographyminorOthersPhotography services for capturing fine arts productions and gala events.
• High Point UniversityminorOthersCollege destination for alumna Chase Johnston '19 who scored game-winning basket in NCAA Tournament for High Point University.
• 48 Gala SponsorsmajorGTM or Marketing Partner48 total sponsors contributed more than $172,000 in support of the 2026 Star-Spangled Gala, including Stars & Stripes Sponsors (Foreverlawn, RF Environmental Services, The Healey Family, UBS Private Wealth, Celebrate America) and Freedom Sponsors (Brasfield & Gorrie, Miller Legg, Lotspeich Construction, etc.).

Scale indicators15 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Palmer Trinity School: Independent, faith-inspired college-prep school in Miami serving grades 6-12. Comparable in size, mission blend, and college-prep focus to Westminster's Upper School.
• Trinity Christian School: Faith-based K-12 college-prep school with comparable Christian-integrated curriculum and competitive athletics; positioned in the broader South Florida private school landscape alongside Westminster.
• The Benjamin School: Independent, nonsectarian PK-12 college preparatory school in North Palm Beach, FL. Comparable AP-heavy curriculum, college-counseling infrastructure, and premium tuition positioning in the South Florida private school market.
• Boca Raton Christian School: Faith-based PK-12 college-prep school in Boca Raton, FL. Comparable Christ-centered academic model, athletic offerings, and Palm Beach/Broward feeder market dynamics.
• Pine Crest School: Elite private PK-12 college preparatory school in Fort Lauderdale, the most direct geographic and academic peer to Westminster Academy. Competes for the same Broward County families on AP rigor, college outcomes, and athletics.
• American Heritage School: Large private PreK-12 college-prep school in Plantation, FL (Broward County) with a broad AP catalog, strong college placement, and award-winning athletics — directly competes with Westminster for Broward County college-prep families.
• Cardinal Gibbons Catholic High School: Catholic college-prep high school in Fort Lauderdale competing with Westminster for Broward County families seeking rigorous, faith-based secondary education with strong athletic programs.
• St. Thomas Aquinas High School: Catholic college-prep high school in Fort Lauderdale with nationally competitive athletics and strong college placement — competes head-to-head with Westminster on extracurricular depth and college outcomes.
• Calvary Christian Academy: Fort Lauderdale-based Christian K-12 college preparatory school with similar faith-based mission, athletics, and college-prep focus. The closest faith-based peer competing directly in the same Broward County market.

Broad incumbents

• NSU University School: Nova Southeastern University's affiliated PreK-12 college-prep school in Fort Lauderdale. Operates at a larger scale with a broader academic portfolio and is a broad incumbent competitor in the same South Florida market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/WALionsFTL
• Instagraminstagram.com/walionsftl
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/westminster-academy-fort-lauderdale-

Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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