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As of June 30, 2026 International Academy of Smyrna is now
Jonquil Preparatory Academy.

Welcome to Jonquil Preparatory Academy!

Elevating education. Building character.™

The 2026-27 school year will be our first as Jonquil Preparatory Academy. We are a tuition-free, public charter school in Georgia serving students in grades K-5. As a National Heritage Academies partner-school, we shape instruction to build on the abilities and strengths of each student and combine that with character-based lessons every school day through our Moral Focus™ program. Through a culture of support and proven educational practices, our students thrive in school and beyond.

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Now Enrolling Grades K-5

Jonquil Preparatory Academy will serve students in grades K-5 during the 2026-27 school year and will expand one grade level each year through grade 8. Enrollment is open to all students who live in Cobb County and the Marietta City School District.

Our Success by the Numbers

30 years

Transforming Lives, Building Futures

Jonquil Preparatory Academy is part of the National Heritage Academies® (NHA®) network. Founded in 1995, NHA has spent over 30 years partnering with families to help children succeed.

103 Schools

NHA Network

NHA operates 100+ tuition-free public charter schools across nine states.

85%

Moral Focus™ Impact

85% of NHA parents see a positive impact from our Moral Focus™ program.

Principal of Jonquil Prep, Dr. Landon Brown

Meet Your Principal

"It brings me great joy to serve as the principal of Jonquil Preparatory Academy. I started my educational career right here in Cobb County, GA! I truly believe that all students deserve access to excellence – whatever it takes! JPA is a wonderful and unique place to be. I look forward to working collaboratively with families and community stakeholders to focus on the development of our students so they can be productive citizens in a global society. My motto is simple: "Do what you do in the pursuit of excellence!"

- Dr. Landon Brown, Principal of Jonquil Preparatory Academy

Why Families Trust Jonquil Preparatory Academy

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Academic Excellence

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Moral Focus™

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Student Responsibility

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Parent Partnership

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Structured Setting

At a Glance

K-5

Grades in 2026-27

9

Character-building Monthly Virtues

2007

Year Opened*

More Information

We know there are a lot of factors in deciding where your child will go to school and we want to help. Use our live chat or leave your information and we will be in touch.

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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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*Jonquil Preparatory Academy opened as International Academy of Smyrna in 2007.

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