Southern Wake Academy

Head of School: Dr. Brittany [email protected]
Office Manager: Vickie Mangum [email protected]
Dean of High School: Dennis Noble [email protected]
Dean of Middle School: Jenna Cook [email protected]

Mission statement

In partnership with parents and the community, Southern Wake Academy faculty and staff will promote academic excellence among our students through a dynamic curriculum, nurturing relationships, and involvement in the community.

What do you love about your school?

Established in 1999, Southern Wake Academy (SWA) is one of the most sought-after tuition- free, public charter schools for middle and high school grades in Wake County.  We are proud of our school’s journey that started as an alternative school for “at risk” students inside an industrial business park with 77 students.  From these humble beginnings, we purchased our own facilities, built a state-of-the-art school building, and delivered academic achievement that prepares our young people to do well in life.    

Located in the thriving communities of Holly Springs and Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, SWA is this area’s only charter school.  Our school is a magnet for families that share our values of partnering with community organizations, providing a strong academic foundation for our students, and treating our closest constituents with deep respect.