Platonic Academy
While a sophist himself, Isocrates sought to distinguish his school's pedagogical focus from other sophistic teachings. In particular, Isocrates wanted to establish an institution that educated Athenian students in a manner that would promote the success of Athenian democracy. By developing a school in Athens around 392 BCE, - approximately five years after Plato opened his Platonic Academy - Isocrates gave sophism more credibility in society.