Community
Where who he'll be is as important as what he'll be.
Elevating education. Building character.™
Welcome to Summerfield Charter Academy
At-a-Glance
Our Academic Success by the Numbers
10
Years
Academic Excellence
Summerfield has outperformed the local district for the past 10 years.
Top 2
Among the Best
We are ranked one of the top two schools in the area based on academic performance.
92%
Moral Focus™ Impact
92% of Summerfield Charter Academy parents see a positive impact from NHA's Moral Focus program.
Kindergarten Through 12th Grade
One School, From First Day to Graduation
Summerfield Charter Academy serves students in grades K-8 today, and in fall 2027 we become a full K-12 school across two side-by-side campuses. That means your child can stay with us from their very first day of kindergarten through graduation, with one consistent approach to academics and character development.
Summerfield Preparatory Academy opens with grade 9 and adds a grade each year through grade 12. As the high school program grows, students will have more ways to challenge themselves and prepare for what's next.
Every student leaves prepared for whatever comes after graduation, whether that's college, career training, military service, or the workforce.
Meet Our Principal
A Note From Rudy Swofford
Thank you for considering Summerfield Charter Academy. Choosing a school is one of the most important decisions a family makes, and I'd welcome the chance to show you what makes ours different. Come see us in person, meet our teachers, and ask us anything.
Rudy Swofford
Principal, Summerfield Charter Academy
What Sets Us Apart
Why Families Trust Summerfield Charter Academy
Academic Excellence
At Summerfield Charter, every student is known, challenged, and supported. Our research-backed curriculum and data-driven instruction let teachers meet each student where they are, so your child gets the right level of challenge and the support to grow with confidence. Every classroom is backed by a designated dean who helps teachers strengthen instruction and gives students extra support when they need it.
Character Development
Through our Moral Focus™ program, character development is part of every school day. Students learn and practice virtues such as respect, gratitude, perseverance, and integrity, applying them both in and out of the classroom. Lessons connect each virtue to everyday actions, so students understand the importance of making good decisions and doing the right thing.
Student Responsibility
Students are held to high standards and learn to take ownership of their choices, actions, and academic growth. In many classrooms, students help create social contracts that set shared expectations for how everyone treats one another, so they see their role in building a positive learning environment.
Parent Partnership
We believe students thrive when families and schools work together. Summerfield Charter Academy builds strong partnerships through progress reports each marking period, conferences throughout the year, and opportunities to volunteer and be part of the school community.
Structured Setting
Clear expectations and consistent routines create a safe, focused environment where students can do their best work. Our Behave with Care approach sets the same standards across every classroom, and dress code policies help students stay focused and feel part of a community.
Summerfield Charter Academy Mission Statement
Summerfield Charter Academy will provide an education that places each student on the path to academic proficiency and college readiness. Parents, students, and staff will work together to create an environment that values academic achievement, emphasizes strong character, and fosters in every student the ability to think, understand, and communicate. At the same time, our school will imbue in every student a deep sense of individual responsibility and an appreciation of the dignity of work.
School Leadership
Meet the Leaders Behind Summerfield Charter Academy
Rudy Swofford
Principal
Education
Get Started
Your Next Step Starts Here
Start Your Application
Apply online, in person, or over the phone, and don’t hesitate to ask us questions along the way! We are here for you.
Schedule a Tour
Schedule a tour to see our school in person, meet our staff, and learn how Summerfield Charter Academy helps students grow academically and build strong character.
Our Academics
See how students learn, what they study, and how teachers support them at every level.
Frequently Asked Questions
Top Questions From Families Like You
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Complete your child's online application right here on our website. If more students apply than we have openings during Open Enrollment, we hold a random lottery. You can still apply after Open Enrollment closes, and those applications are considered in the order received.
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Summerfield Charter Academy is a public charter school open to all eligible students in grades K–8, adding a grade each year through grade 12. There are no entrance exams or interviews to apply. Visit our Admissions page to learn more about eligibility.
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No. Summerfield Charter Academy is a tuition-free public school, funded the same way district schools are. There is no cost to attend.
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The best way to experience Summerfield Charter Academy is to see it in person. Visit our School Tour page or call 336-643-1974 to schedule a tour and see our classrooms, meet our staff, and learn more about what makes our school community unique.
