Grand River Academy is a tuition-free public charter school in Livonia serving students in grades K-8. We shape instruction to build on the strengths and abilities of each student and integrate Moral Focus™ lessons into every school day. As a result, our students are well-prepared from kindergarten through eighth grade. A Stanford University study found National Heritage Academies partner-school students gained the equivalent of 3.5 months of additional learning each year compared to peers.
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We know great families like yours make our community strong! That's why we're excited to introduce NHA Family Refer & Earn.
Parent Portal gives parents quick and easy access to their child's information. Click below to learn more!
We offer advanced learning opportunities for top-performing students who are ready to progress beyond grade level.
New families can expect to find out if their child has been accepted by Monday, March 2.
Thank you for choosing a school that values academic growth, strong character, and partnership with parents.
Interested in applying for the 2026-27 school year? Apply here today!
Grand River Academy has outperformed the local district for the past 9 years.
We are among the top five schools in the area based on academic performance.
3 out of 4 Grand River Academy parents see a positive impact from NHA's Moral Focus™ program.
"I appreciate the caring, supportive community of families and staff at Grand River Academy. Our focus on providing a superior education to all learners makes me proud to be a member of the GRA family."
- Mallory Brown, Principal at Grand River
Learn About Our Pathway to High SchoolGive your child the advantage of a full K-12 experience with Grand River Academy and Westfield Preparatory High School.
At Grand River, students thrive in a supportive environment that prioritizes academic growth and character development. When it’s time for high school, Westfield Prep continues that momentum—offering rigorous, college-prep academics and personalized guidance to prepare students for what’s next.
Grand River Parent
This is my daughter's first year attending Grand River Academy and she is doing wonderful. The staff is very loving and caring. Grand River's integrity is amazing, you see it in the staff and students everyday from the moment our kids are dropped off until they are picked up.
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