The Academy (Plato's)

The Academy was an ancient school founded by the philosopher Plato around 387 BC in Athens, Greece. It is often regarded as one of the first institutions of higher learning in the Western world. The Academy focused on philosophy, mathematics, and sciences, promoting critical thinking and dialogue among students. Plato taught his ideas about ethics, reality, and the ideal state, influencing future thought. The school operated for nearly 900 years until it was closed by the Roman Emperor Justinian in 529 AD, leaving a lasting legacy on education and philosophy.