
Dr. Barry England
President
Dr. Barry England became Columbia Academy's eleventh president August 1, 2007. Prior to accepting this position, Dr. England served as Chief Information Officer, Dean of Students, Director of Research and Planning and Vice-President for Planning and Technology during his sixteen years at Freed-Hardeman University. Dr. England earned his B.S. Degree from Freed-Hardeman University, his M.S. Degree from the University of South Alabama and his Ed.D. from the University of Memphis. Dr. England his wife, Tina and their children, Carter and Haley are tremendous assets to the Columbia Academy Family.
A Word from the President
"It is great to be at Columbia Academy. Good things are happening at the Academy and I want to encourage you, if you do not have your child enrolled with us to accept this invitation to visit our campus and see the exciting things that are being done. I am proud to be a part of the future of CA. I believe in the opportunities that exist for us here and have developed a motto to guide my efforts, our decisions and all that we do:
Columbia Academy-Striving to do things right, especially in the sight of God
This is not my work but our work. By our collective support and involvement we will make a major difference in the lives of many young people which will last throughout eternity."

An Overview of the Academy
Steeped in history
and academic excellence, CA is also founded on a strong value system.
This combination provides our students with a well-rounded education
program designed for the future.
The campus of Columbia Academy covers
67 beautiful acres in the heart of Columbia, Tennessee, a community located approximately 45 minutes south of
Nashville, Tennessee. The campus was first known as CMA (Columbia
Military Academy) in 1905, and became CA (Columbia Academy) in the
fall of 1979. Some of the buildings on campus were built in 1890.
Columbia Academy provides educational
opportunities for students ages three years to High School graduation.
Columbia Academy is a day school and therefore have no boarding students. Enrollment continues to grow and draws students
from most religious and cultural backgrounds.
The real strength
of CA lies in her dedicated faculty and staff made up of godly men
and women who love children and give many extra hours to provide
them the help and guidance needed. All teachers are certified by
the State of Tennessee and the school has been a member of the prestigious
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools since 1911! The student/teacher
ratio is 17 - 1 which allows for more personal attention. Columbia Academy students
customarily score higher on the local, state and national testing
programs and they have been welcomed at major universities and colleges
across this country.
Each grade level
is limited to 60 students so it is important that you enroll as
soon as possible; several classes close each year.
Please visit other sections of CA's web site for more information on the Academy. Please feel free to visit our campus at anytime.
Columbia Academy's Admissions Office (931-490-4302) will be glad to set this up for you.
Columbia
Academy's Mission
Columbia Academy is committed to serving its
students so they master skills, knowledge, and character appropriate
for them and their future while becoming Christ like in attitude
and behavior.
Faith and learning
is integrated throughout the curriculum, reflecting the theological
perspective of the churches of Christ. The Academy was established
in 1979 by members of the churches of Christ and has been closely
affiliated with this body ever since. CA welcomes all students of
character and ability to come grow with us. While 60 percent of
our students are members of the church of Christ, we have over 18
different religious groups represented on campus.
Columbia Academy
has made an increasing effort to create a friendly and inclusive
environment for students from a variety of religious, ethnic, social,
cultural and geographical backgrounds. This will continue
to be an important focus.
Columbia Academy
is an institution of learning and the education that is provided
is grounded in core Christian values. Students are involved in daily
Bible classes and weekly chapel.
Columbia Academy
is dedicated to provide "A Christian
Education in a Tradition of Excellence." Each child
deserves to have a quality education in a safe and positive environment.
CA strives to be a school that is accepting and encouraging to each
child and helps to cultivate each student's full potential.
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