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Franklin Road Academy is a coeducational, diverse learning community that offers pre-kindergarten through twelfth-grade students a challenging educational experience within an inclusive Christian community.
FRA provides an elite education within a collaborative learning environment, ensuring students become critical, innovative thinkers and leaders.
We value a well-rounded student experience, and our intentional class size allows students to fully engage in the classroom while competing at a high level in athletics or perfecting an art form.
Franklin Road Academy is a pre-kindergarten through
twelfth-grade, co-educational independent school offering the
unique combination of a challenging educational experience in an
inclusive Christian community. FRA is a place where students are
encouraged to think critically, act with integrity, and lead in
service to others. There are currently 1150students enrolled
in grades pre-K-12. While many students begin attending FRA as
early as pre-kindergarten, there are multiple entry points;
therefore, students come from a variety of backgrounds and sending
schools.
As a PK12 school on one connected campus, we're uniquely
positioned to guide students through every stage of their
educational journey. Our programs are thoughtfully developed and
evolve to meet the needs of students in an ever-changing world, and
our graduates leave prepared for top colleges and universities,
grounded in purpose, and ready to make a difference.
The 62-acre campus, 79sports teams, several arts studios,
and nearly 2,000 square feet of the Innovations Lab allow students
to pursue any interest in academics, athletics, the arts, STEM, and
more.
Students participate in regular chapels and convocations, and
each division has a special partnership with area non-profit
organizations, inspiring future leaders with servant hearts. Each
year, students engage in Spiritual Emphasis Week, a week full of
speakers and service opportunities, and Interim, a week-long
experience in which students travel abroad, do mission work, take a
class, or shadow a professional in their chosen field.
FRA offers many unique programs, including extensive classes in
Entrepreneurial Leadership, a Guatemalan student exchange program,
and Heart to Heart (a programfor students with Down
syndrome).
FRA is accredited through AdvancED (formerly Southern
Association of Colleges and Schools) and is a member of the
Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) and the National
Association of Independent Schools (NAIS). FRA is also a member of
the National Association of College Admissions Counseling and
complies with the Statement of Principles and Good Practices.
Franklin Road Academy offers 18 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling. Franklin Road Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for most sports offered.
166 West Kingston Springs Rd Kingston Springs, TN 37082 (615) 952-9060
8817.3 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 316 studentsMinority enrollment: 14%
(Math: 40% | Reading: 32%) Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
170 Harpeth View Trl Kingston Springs, TN 37082 (615) 952-2293
8817.7 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 432 studentsMinority enrollment: 15%
(Math: 19% | Reading: 48%) Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
170 E Kingston Springs Kingston Springs, TN 37082 (615) 952-2811
8817.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 425 studentsMinority enrollment: 11%
(Math: 14% | Reading: 39%) Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1 Cub Cir Ashland City, TN 37015 (615) 792-5641
8818.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 514 studentsMinority enrollment: 25%
School Reviews
5.00 out of 5(6 reviews)
59/5/2022
This is an exceptional school. I`m a parent, and we are continually impressed with how intentional the school is with everything from academics, community, character, and athletics. Every day, every event, every moment has a purpose. The school is full of joy and learning. The sense of community is unparalleled. We are not particularly religious, but it is not an issue. They focus on lessons to be a good citizen, which we do believe in,
- Posted by Parent - Sarah
51/28/2022
This is our eighth year at FRA, and we couldn`t be happier. The fact that FRA continually exceeds our high expectations is remarkable. The faculty and staff truly know each individual student. They encourage, support, and challenge students to excel both inside and out of the classroom. The academics are stellar, but the environment and community are everything!
- Posted by Parent - Kimberly
59/1/2016
We are stating our second year. The adminstration and staff are fantastic. The teachers go above and beyond to create a positive learning environment. I will say that the parents are a little cliquey and fake. But you will find those people everywhere. As long as my kids are happy I'm happy.
- Posted by Parent - Casar
59/19/2015
My child has been receiving an outstanding educational experience at Franklin Road Academy for nearly ten years now. I am confident that FRA has been preparing him well for success in college and in life. The academics are strong and class sizes small, which allows teachers to really get to know their students and provide personal attention. FRA's ASPIRE program, Math Lab and Writing Lab offer accelerated work, as well as support students that need individual assistance. Pre-K through 12 on one campus is a big plus, prevents gaps in learning and promotes the concept of community. The "inclusive Christian" community is loving, has become increasingly diverse and includes many international students now. The children at FRA are taught to be persons of integrity and to be of service to others through valuable service learning projects that are part of the curriculum. My child has multiple interests and has always had countless opportunities at FRA in academics, the arts and athletics. Our family feels so blessed to be a part of FRA!
- Posted by Parent - laura
59/19/2015
We have been at FRA for 14 years. We are so happy with our decision to send our children to this warm, inclusive, challenging school. My oldest was early accepted into college, and I attribute this to the incredible teachers. The school emphasizes a balanced, well rounded education. The Deans in the lower, middle, and upper schools are phenomenal. The new Head of school, Sean Casey, has been making wonderful changes. This is a great school.
- Posted by Parent - Hopea
57/24/2015
We are in our 2nd year at FRA and we love it. My children are receiving a fantastic, well-rounded education. The education not only is applicable to their academics, but goes into sports and extra curriculars as well. The school stresses balance and I can see this in my children.
I highly recommend this school.
I highly recommend this school.
- Posted by Parent - Heath
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