About Saint Stephen’s

In 1970, a group of community leaders in Bradenton, Fla., proposed the creation of a school focused on high academic standards and committed to small class sizes. That dream quickly became Saint Stephen’s Episcopal School, and the unique traditions and standards of excellence are as strong today as when first visualized by the school's founders. Students are well prepared for college through a rigorous academic program, and well prepared for life, embedded with strong values of integrity, responsibility, and respect.


Mission & Values
Our purpose, our promise, and the pledges we hold ourselves to: “Every child will be known and every child will be valued” — with a commitment to Excellence, Respect, and Community. Read more about what we stand for . . .



Episcopal Identity
Saint Stephen’s is an Episcopal school — but that heritage is a foundation, not a membership. Chapel anchors the week, and families of every faith, and of none, belong here. See what our Episcopal identity means in practice, and what it does not require . . .


A Culture of Kindness
We're a community in which everyone is known and valued — where we develop leaders of strong character and teach students the importance of empathy.



Leadership
A welcome to Saint Stephen’s, and a word on what we are building together . . .



Careers at SSES
We're teachers, coaches, and staff who want to know students by name — and be known in turn. Saint Stephen’s is an equal-opportunity employer.



Giving
Your support sustains small classes, signature programs, financial assistance, facilities, faculty professional development and so much more. Every gift matters — and every gift impacts the quality of the experience for students.



Faculty & Staff
Meet the teachers, coaches, advisors, and staff - many of whom have been on campus for a decade or more - who make the school a welcoming place where we all strive for excellence.



Facilities
Explore our scenic, 35-acre campus — classrooms, laboratories, art studios, auditoriums, playing fields, and a waterfront location that the marine science program treats as a classroom.



Strategic Plan
Learn about our vision, priorities, and the measurable goals that guide the school forward, stewarded by the volunteer Board of Trustees and Head of School.
The school is accredited by FCIS, Cognia and maintains memberships in ACCIS, NAIS, NAES, NACAC, SACAC and the College Board.