Ocala Preparatory Academy (OPA) is a K-12 private school founded in 2016.
Our students enjoy hands on learning and learning with their peers.
We are a faith based (Christian) private school, Holistic Faith Based Education means that we educate children to become well-rounded and confident adults.
Our caring staff focuses on the development of the emotional, social, spiritual, and cognitive wellbeing of each student.
Educating the whole child means that our focus is not just on students passing tests or getting smarter (though that does occur in an environment where student's social and emotional development is key), .Our focus is on creating well-rounded, happy, and spiritually uplifted students.
We educate and develop the whole student. Educating our students is important, but it is equally important to focus on overall good health (eating healthy foods, drinking water, getting lots of outside time/sunshine, positive affirmations, and more), spiritual development and positive relationships (friends, family, our caring staff).
We embrace a caring classroom culture and engage our students with experiential learning.
SUFS Choice scholarships accepted (AAA not accepted) & parent financial participation is required. Limited enrollment-complete a student admissions interest form on our website at www.ocalaprepacademy.com.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Please visit our website for more information.
Year Founded
2016
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
76 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
39%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
15%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniform shirts and uniform sweatshirts with jeans or khakis (no ripped pants or shorts)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Visit our website for our tuition and fee schedule.
School Notes
- Ocala Preparatory Academy (OPA) is a K-12 faith based holistic private school founded in 2016. We provide holistic education: development & engagement of all aspects of the learner, including mind, body, and spirit.
- Holistic Faith Based Education means that we educate children to become well-rounded and confident adults. Our caring staff focuses on the development of the emotional, social, spiritual, and cognitive wellbeing of each student. Educating thewholechild means that our focus is not just on students passing tests or getting smarter (though that does occur in an environment where student's social and emotional development is key). Our focus is on creating well-rounded, happy, and spiritually uplifted students. We educate and develop thewholestudent..
- Educating our students is important, but it is equally important to focus on overall good health (eating healthy foods, drinking water, getting lots of outside time/sunshine, positive affirmations, and more), spiritual development and positive relationships (friends, family, our caring staff).We embrace a caring classroom culture and engage our students with experiential learning.
- SUFS Choice scholarships accepted & parent financial participation is required. Limited enrollment (depending on when you are seeking enrollment, we likely are on wailtlist).. Please complete student admissions interest form on our website to be considered for enrollment at www.ocalaprepacademy.com.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Ocala Preparatory Academy-Holistic Faith Based K-12 Education often compared to?
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When is the application deadline for Ocala Preparatory Academy-Holistic Faith Based K-12 Education?
The application deadline for Ocala Preparatory Academy-Holistic Faith Based K-12 Education is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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