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Charter School · Grades K-8 · Akron, Ohio

Learn Today,
Lead Tomorrow

Main Preparatory Academy is dedicated to improving the lives of its scholars by providing authentic learning experiences in a collaborative, nurturing environment — building a foundation for success in school, at future work, and in life.

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K-8Grades Served
25-28Avg. Class Size
3.5★State Report Card
🏆Tuition-Free Public Charter
Main Preparatory Academy is dedicated to improving the lives of its scholars by providing authentic learning experiences in a collaborative, nurturing environment that will build a foundation for success in school, at future work, and in life. — Our Core Mission, Main Preparatory Academy
What We Offer

A Bright, Nurturing Place
to Learn & Grow

We believe scholars deserve a bright, healthy learning environment where they are accepted for who they are and given the opportunity to succeed as individual learners.

STEAM and Project Based Learning at Main Preparatory Academy
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STEAM & Project-Based Learning

Current learning technologies and authentic, hands-on projects are integrated into daily instruction, respectful of how children learn best.

Before and after school care at Main Preparatory Academy
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Before & After School Care

A robust schedule of support activities before and after the school day gives working families flexibility and peace of mind.

Full-time behavior specialist at Main Preparatory Academy
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Full-Time Behavior Specialist

An on-site behavior specialist is available every day to support scholars' social and emotional growth alongside their academics.

Small class sizes at Main Preparatory Academy
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Small Class Sizes

Classes of 25-28 scholars let our dedicated staff build real relationships with every child.

Chess Club at Main Preparatory Academy
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Chess Club

Scholars build strategic thinking and patience through friendly chess matches after school.

Drama Club at Main Preparatory Academy
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Drama Club

Scholars gain confidence and creativity through performance, storytelling, and stage play.

Scholars at Main Preparatory Academy
No-Cost Meals Every Scholar, Every Day
Why Choose Us

Learn Today.
Lead Tomorrow.

At Main Preparatory Academy, our scholars Learn Today, Lead Tomorrow, and Serve in the Future — in a loving, bright, and safe learning environment built just for them.

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    No-Cost Meal Plans

    Free breakfast and lunch for every scholar, every school day.

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    Free Transportation

    Free transportation for scholars within a 2-mile radius of the school.

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    Project-Based Learning Focus

    A STEAM/PBL model that makes learning hands-on, authentic, and engaging.

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    Full-Time On-Site Behavior Specialist

    Dedicated support for scholars' social-emotional growth, every day of the week.

Families Say

Voices from Our Community

Hear from parents who chose Main Preparatory Academy and saw the difference firsthand.

★★★★★

"The small class sizes mean the teachers actually know my daughter by name. She's thriving here in a way she never did before."

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Parent, Main PrepParent · 3rd Grade Scholar
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"Free breakfast, lunch, and transportation made everything so much easier for our family. And the behavior specialist has been a blessing."

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Parent, Main PrepParent · 6th Grade Scholar
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"We heard about Main Prep from other families in the community, and the hands-on PBL projects are exactly what my son needed to stay engaged."

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Parent, Main PrepParent · Kindergarten Scholar
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