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Lorain Preparatory Academy, Home of the Lions

Now Enrolling Grades EK-8 in Lorain, Ohio

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Tuition-Free, Public Community School

Lorain Preparatory Academy also offers FREE Breakfast, Lunch & Bus Transportation

Welcome to Lorain Preparatory Academy

We are a tuition-free, public charter school serving EK-8 students throughout Lorain, Ohio. Lorain Preparatory Academy is known for being a school that feels like home and family, and for its exceptional academic results – we have been rated “A” in K-3 Literacy by the Ohio Department of Education. Our safe and secure campus features a gym, playground, and dedicated music room. Lorain Preparatory Academy is authorized by Charter School Specialists/St. Aloysius Orphanage and managed by ACCEL Schools, an established network of more than 40 charter schools located throughout the US.

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Aug 17

First day of school

August 17

Aug 22

Back to School Event

August 22

Sep 05

Labor Day

September 5

Now Enrolling All Grades

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ESSER III ARP Funds Plan

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Learning Recovery & Extended Learning Plan

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Kindergarten Registration Now Open for Fall 2022!

Building a strong academic foundation from the start. Begin your journey with us. Students must turn five years old before January 1st to apply. Save your seat today! Apply Now!

Seamless Summer Option Program

This location is participating in the Seamless Summer Option Program. Lunch will be provided to all children, age 1 through 18, and are the same for all children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability, and there will be no discrimination in the course of the…

Lorain Preparatory Academy in The Chronicle-Telegram

Lorain Preparatory Academy was featured in Carissa Woytach’s article for The Chronicle-Telegram today, “Community Schools in Lorain County Look to Start the Year Remotely Amid Pandemic.” In the article, Lorain Preparatory Academy’s three learning options for families were mentioned, which include: Traditional (5 days at school), Online (5 days…

A Day in the Life: Your Plan for Successful Online Learning

New to online learning? Worried about preparing for fall? Want to make sure your child can stay on track? Don’t worry, we have you covered! We have created a plan that is simple to follow no matter what grade your student is in! Every day, make sure your…

20-21 Learning Options for Students

We are happy to announce that our students will have multiple learning options for the 20-21 school year: Traditional In-person learning at the school building with added safety protocols and procedures. Online At-home learning supported by teachers, technology, and curriculum specifically built for online learning. Hybrid A mix of Traditional and Online learning with…

Third Grade Reading Guarantee

Lorain Prep students scored 19 points higher than the local school district in meeting Ohio's Third Grade Reading Requirement. Lorain Prep additionally received a B Rating for improving K-3 student literacy among at-risk students at a rate higher than the state average according to ODE's most recent report card (2018-19). Lorain…

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