About Salisbury Academy

Educating with Purpose.

Salisbury Academy is a 3K–12 independent school committed to developing the whole child—mind, body, and spirit—through a dynamic blend of academic excellence, character education, and real-world learning.

Located on two welcoming campuses in Salisbury, North Carolina, we serve students from across the region. Our Main Campus is home to early education through 8th grade, while our innovative Downtown Campus houses the Upper School (grades 9–12).

We provide a nurturing, values-rooted environment where students are known, challenged, and celebrated. Through hands-on academics, leadership opportunities, community engagement, and strong student-teacher relationships, Salisbury Academy students grow into resilient, compassionate learners who are prepared for the future.

We call this intentional, personalized approach the Jaguar Journey—a purposeful path that begins in early childhood and leads students through each stage of academic and personal development, preparing them to thrive in college, career, and life.

As a recognized U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon School and EnviroSmart School of Excellence, we are deeply committed to sustainability and environmental stewardship. These values are embedded in both our curriculum and campus life, inspiring students to care for their communities and the world.

Main Campus

Early Education through 8th grade

Downtown Campus

Upper School (grades 9-12)

“At Salisbury Academy, our children as not just known – they are truly understood. The school nurtures their hearts, challenges their minds, and supports their growth every step of the way. We’ve watched them grow into confident, curious learners who feel excited about their futures. SA has been a gift to our whole family.”
– SA Parents Suzanne and Blair Phillips

Our Mission

Salisbury Academy inspires a love of learning and prepares passionate leaders through discovery, stewardship, community, and faith.

Founded

1993

Campuses

Main Campus (3K–8) & Downtown Upper School (9–12)

Grades

3K-12

Accreditation

Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS)

Governance

Independent 18-member Board of Trustees

Recognition

Beverly Fowler and students 8-26-25 Large

A Message from the Head of School

“At Salisbury Academy, education is a joyful journey of discovering who you are, what you care about, and how you can make a meaningful impact in the world. We invite you to be part of that journey—welcome to Salisbury Academy.”
— Beverly Fowler, Head of School