Oakside Prep Academy is a tuition-free public charter school in Waterford serving students in grades Y5-12. 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 young 5s through high school. 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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You’re Invited! Join us at Oakside Prep for our annual Black Business Expo & Black History Month Living Museum — a powerful celebration of culture, entrepreneurship, and excellence. Enjoy free admission as our students bring history to life through dynamic portrayals of influential African American figures in our Living Museum experience. Engage with and support local Black-owned businesses at their pop-up shops, explore a showcase of art, music, and more! Food trucks will be available to purchase refreshments. We look forward to seeing you there! RSVP today to let us know you’re coming!
The lottery for the 2026-27 school year will be held via livestream on Tuesday, March 10 at 9:00 a.m. To view the livestream, click below.
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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 Tuesday, March 10.
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!
Since opening in 2009, Oakside Prep Academy has outperformed the local district every year.
Achieve is the #1 school in the area based on academic performance.
We are consistently ranked among the top three schools in the Plymouth-Canton Community School District.
"I have always loved children and have worked with them through coaching, tutoring, babysitting, and the Boys & Girls Club. It seemed like a natural decision to go into education."
- Amy Tansel, Executive Principal at Oakside Prep
Oakside Prep Parent
I greatly appreciate Oakside Prep's emphasis on a Moral Focus virtue each month. Kids learning about and implementing Moral Focus virtues everyday at school creates leaders and sets them up for great success.
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