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Introducing Sagewood Preparatory Academy

New tuition-free, K-8 public charter school in Columbus, Ohio

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Learning with Purpose. Growing with Heart.

Strong academics with a culture of compassion, curiosity, and care.

Tuition-free, Public Charter School

Free breakfast, lunch & family support services

Sagewood Prep – Where Courage Meets Compassion

Finding a school that balances high academic standards with a truly supportive environment shouldn't be a challenge. As a tuition-free K–8 public charter school in East Columbus, Ohio, Sagewood Preparatory Academy is where "Courage Meets Compassion." We serve the Whitehall and Eastside communities by providing a safe, family-like atmosphere where every student is known, supported, and challenged to reach their full potential.


What sets Sagewood Prep apart is our hands-on, project-based curriculum that brings learning to life. By integrating STEAM concepts—Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math—across every grade level, we prepare students to be critical thinkers and creative problem solvers.


Why East Columbus Families Choose Sagewood Prep:


• Future-Ready Technology: 1:1 Chromebook access and interactive Smartboards in every classroom.

• Whole-Child Focus: Robust social-emotional learning and student support services to ensure kids thrive.

• Active Learning: Engaging, real-world projects that replace rote memorization with discovery.

• Community First: A small school setting offering free meals and a close-knit, inclusive culture.

May 12

Board Meeting

May 12 @ 6:30 pm
Jun 16

Board Meeting

June 16 @ 6:30 pm
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