Although Vanguard Charter Academy is currently closed due to Covid-19, we are here to support your child’s academic success. Please connect with us via live chat or call 616-278-0630 to learn more about our school and how to apply for your child today.

Advanced Learning

We offer a differentiated curriculum in math for students who are ready for more challenging material or to learn at an accelerated pace.

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Graduating Soon?

At Grand River Preparatory High School we offer AP and dual-enrollment courses, as well as many electives, clubs, and sports. We also emphasize ways to give back to the community. Our goal is to develop people of character—students who can work through life's toughest problems and come out ahead.

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Welcome to Vanguard

We never set limits on how much your child can achieve. At Vanguard Charter Academy we create endless opportunities for your child to become their best. We shape instruction to build on the strengths and abilities of each child and make moral focus lessons part of every school day. As a result, our students thrive.

At Vanguard we create endless opportunities for your child to become their best.

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2020-21 Lottery Results

The student selection lottery results for next school year (2020-21) are in! View lottery results for details.

At a Glance

Y5-8

Grades

771

Number of Students

1996

Year Opened

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Notice during school closure

The Board Meeting Notices notify the public of any special, rescheduled, or canceled Board meetings for the current school year, including public Board meetings being held via electronic means.

Where Students Succeed

Vanguard outperformed the local school district on the state test for more than 10 years.

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COVID-19 CLOSURE

May 27, 2020All Day

6th - 8th Grade

6-8 Band to play at Kindergarten Graduation

Jun 04, 2020All Day

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Vanguard Raises Nearly $5,000 for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

We Are a Charter School

Are you seeking a "private" school education with the no-cost benefit of a public school? If so, you're in the right place. Vanguard Charter Academy is a tuition-free public charter school open to all children who live in Michigan.

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Spotlight: Vanguard Earns “A” Grade in Michigan’s Best Public Elementary Schools

Vanguard Charter Academy earned an “A” grade from the Mackinac Center for Public Policy on their 2019 Michigan Context and Performance (CAP) Report Card. Schools that are “beating the odds” stand out by this measure.
“Beyond raw test scores, the CAP report card helps parents see more clearly what kind of impact their school has on student learning,” said Ben DeGrow, director of education policy.

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We would love to show you our world so contact us to schedule a tour. We also hold open houses where you can meet our amazing teachers.

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We can’t wait to share your child’s journey! Apply online, in person, or over the phone and don’t hesitate to ask us questions along the way! We are here for you.

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