Plato Academy Schools offer tuition-free public charter classical education at eight K-8 campuses and a High School proudly accredited by COGNIA and a focus on the Greek language and culture.
Plato Academy Schools provide a private school experience within a public school setting. At Plato Academy, we believe in the power of Greek language and culture, integrating them into our curriculum to broaden horizons and ignite a love for learning.
From daily Greek courses to advanced academic opportunities, our dedicated educators ensure your child’s educational journey is extraordinary.
Join a community where young minds are prepared for the future with a transformative educational experience. At Plato Academy Middle Schools, students benefit from, personalized learning, and a curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking and innovation.
Cutting-edge technology
High school credit opportunities
Organized sports and enriching field trips
Plato Academy Tampa is expanding to include high school grades, offering an exceptional learning environment where students excel academically and develop into well-rounded individuals as they prepare for college and beyond with rigorous academics.
Advanced curriculum
Leadership and innovation opportunities
Arts and athletics programs
We are an independently run non-profit charter school system focused on classical education that has no association with a charter school management company. We are focused on rigorous educational school choice for parents and students.
As we approach the winter break, we are thinking about the remarkable year we’ve shared together.
This semester brought challenges we navigated together, from adjusting schedules to supporting students through academic programs. Our school community’s patience, flexibility, and commitment to our children made all the difference. Parents stepped up as volunteers, attended conferences, and reinforced learning at home. Teachers innovated in their classrooms and went above and beyond in order to help students succeed. Support staff kept everything running smoothly, often behind the scenes. Students showed resilience, curiosity, and growth that exceeded our expectations.
The holiday season offers us something we all need: time. Time to rest, to reconnect with family and friends, to enjoy simple pleasures without the pressure of alarm clocks and deadlines. I hope you’ll use these weeks to recharge, whatever that looks like for your household. Sleep in, travel if you can, read that book you’ve been meaning to get to, or simply enjoy unhurried mornings at home.
Looking ahead to January, we return on Monday, January 5, 2026 with several exciting initiatives launching in the new semester.
Thank you for the trust you place in us every day. Thank you for the conversations at pickup, the emails with questions and ideas, the attendance at school events, and the reinforcement of our values at home. Education happens in partnership, and we’re fortunate to work alongside families who care deeply about creating the best possible experience for every student.
However you spend the coming weeks, we hope they bring you rest, joy, and connection with the people who matter most. We’ll see you in the new year, refreshed and ready for another semester of growth and achievement together.
With warm wishes for a wonderful holiday season,
Plato Academy Schools
Executive Leadership Team
Public K-8 Charter Schools with eight campuses across three counties and a High School in Tampa offering dual enrollment.
“Do not train a child to learn by force or harshness; but direct them to it by what amuses their minds, so that you may be better able to discover with accuracy the peculiar bent of the genius of each.”
— Plato
Greek Philosopher
Plato Academy Schools began in Florida in 2004 with a vision to provide students with an education rooted in Greek culture, heritage, and language. Starting as a single school, it has grown into a network of eight K-8 charter schools across three counties, along with a high school in Tampa. Guided by the Socratic method, Plato Academy emphasizes critical thinking, character development, and experiential learning.
The schools blend tradition and innovation, offering advanced academics such as accelerated math programs and high school credit opportunities for middle school students. They also focus on developing the whole child through art, music, sports, and community engagement. With strong support from the Plato Education Foundation, the commitment to Greek culture is evident in language classes and cultural activities.
Plato Academy fosters a family-oriented atmosphere where parents are actively involved through volunteer hours, creating a secure and supportive learning environment. By combining rigorous academics with cultural enrichment and character education, Plato Academy Schools continue to shape well-rounded individuals ready to succeed in life while preserving the legacy of Greek educational ideals.
We’re proud to announce another outstanding year of achievement across the Plato Academy network.
Our 2024-2025 Performance:
Why Choose Plato Academy?
We represent a system of schools that sets the bar higher. Our commitment extends beyond traditional education—we’re empowering the leaders of tomorrow through rigorous academics, character development, and real-world preparation.
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Now enrolling for the 2025-2026 school year. Discover how Plato Academy can provide your child with the foundation for lifelong success.
Plato Academy Schools, comprising eight K through 8th grade campuses across three counties and a high school in Tampa, offer an advanced and challenging curriculum designed to foster academic excellence and personal growth for all students.
Starting in 3rd grade, our accelerated math program challenges students to excel, preparing them for advanced coursework in middle and high school and building a strong foundation for future success in STEM fields. Our schools are staffed by caring and professional certified educators who uphold high academic and behavior standards, creating a nurturing environment for all students. In addition to core subjects, students benefit from a diverse array of programs, including gifted education, music, art, and Greek as a second language. Ensuring a safe and secure environment, Plato Academy Schools also promote physical activity and teamwork, with sports programs starting as early as 5th grade.
Proud moment for Plato Academy Schools! Our students participated in the October 28th Ohi Day celebration, broadcast internationally through Antenna Satellite networks. The program reached viewers across the US, Canada, Australia, Germany, the UK, France, and beyond, giving our students a chance to share Greek celebrations with a global audience. Thank you to everyone who made this special day possible.
The vision and enduring legacy of Steve Christopoulos continue to shape the ongoing success of Plato Academy Schools.
What makes Plato Academy’s legacy strong?
The success he set in motion is now growing stronger every year!
The entire staff and teachers are exceptional! My children were welcomed with a smile and everyone was very approachable and friendly. It made starting a new school fun for them and reassuring for me! Thank you! Mrs. Morgado, thank you for making my daughter and ME feel welcome and for the positive communication! Mrs. Pampena, thank you for easing our anxiety! And for your kindness!
Vincent loves Plato and all his teachers. Thank you – your work and understanding are noticed and much appreciated!
It is so nice to walk on campus and have every staff member know your child by name as well as the parents AND grandparents! The family feel is amazing and was something we truly wanted for our child.
They focus on providing a top-notch education, and they create an environment that is enriching for my son. The classes are small. The teachers provide individualized attention to each student. Each student is provided their own laptop to learn, study, and read.
Our daughter is encouraged in ways she never would be in her zoned school. The principal is respected and adored by the kids. I watch them rock paper scissors it out at lunch just to sit with him!
I love this school! The staff provides personalized attention to the students, every student gets a laptop, each classroom has a smart board, the standards are high and the results are impressive. Our daughter loves going to school at Plato, which makes the entire experience enjoyable.
We would like to express our gratitude to you all for being so kind, caring and overall good to our children and always looking out for them. This has been by far the best experience of schooling for our children and we are very thankful to have had the opportunity to meet you all!!!
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