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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We invite you to join us for our Open House at [School Name] where you can explore our vibrant K-8 campus and discover everything our school has to offer! Whether you’re considering enrolling your child or just curious about our programs, this is a great opportunity to meet our dedicated staff, tour our classrooms, and learn about our academic and extracurricular offerings. From early education to middle school, we’re committed to providing a supportive, engaging environment where students thrive. We can't wait to welcome you to our school and show you how we inspire students to reach their full potential!
We are excited to partner with United Way’s Summer Discovery Program—a free, fun learning experience for students.
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Save the Date for Oakside Prep Academy’s Eagle Fest End-of-Year Celebration on Friday, June 5th from 5:00–7:00 PM! Join us for an evening of fun, celebration, and community as we wrap up another amazing school year together. New to Oakside next year? New families applying to Oakside for the 2026-27 school year receive FREE entry into the event! Be sure to RSVP and stop by the New Family table for your entry wristbands and a FREE Oakside Prep Academy gift! General Admission: Family Entrance—$7 (Maximum 5 members—Additional family members are $1 each). Individual Entrance—$3 (ALL students must be accompanied by an adult). Entrance fee includes everything EXCEPT: Face Painting, Laser Tag, Concessions, Dunk Tank, and Toxic Meltdown. Don't forget to RSVP.
We invite you to join us for our Open House at [School Name] where you can explore our vibrant K-8 campus and discover everything our school has to offer! Whether you’re considering enrolling your child or just curious about our programs, this is a great opportunity to meet our dedicated staff, tour our classrooms, and learn about our academic and extracurricular offerings. From early education to middle school, we’re committed to providing a supportive, engaging environment where students thrive. We can't wait to welcome you to our school and show you how we inspire students to reach their full potential!
We offer advanced learning opportunities for top-performing students who are ready to progress beyond grade level.
Oakside Prep Academy has outperformed the local district for the past 10 years.
Oakside Prep is the #1 school in the area based on academic performance.
100% of NHA high school graduates are accepted to college.
"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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