Leman Academy of Excellence
Tuition-Free Charter Schools in Arizona & Colorado
Leman Academy of Excellence offers an education where scholars build strong academic, character and critical-thinking skills. Families choose Leman Academy for:
• Classical education
• Smaller class sizes
• Safe and structured learning environment
• Strong parent partnership
• Character and values development
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Our Mission at Leman Academy
We purpose to partner with supportive parents, pursue excellence, provide a safe and challenging environment and instill morals and values in order to produce tomorrow’s leaders today.
Enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year is open.
Colorado
The Second Round Open Enrollment is Now Open. January 22, 2026 at 8:00am through August 3, 2026 at 4:00pm.
Arizona
Enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year for all Arizona schools is open.
Why Families Choose Leman Academy
Classical Education
A rigorous, classical curriculum that nurtures wisdom, virtue, and critical thinking, preparing scholars to lead with knowledge and character.
Tuition-Free Charter
As a tuition-free public charter school, Leman Academy offers families open enrollment with no registration costs or entrance exams.
Parents as Partners
We act as an extension of your home and partner with you and your family in your child’s intellectual, social, emotional and ethical development.
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6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Stroh Campus Tour
3:45 pm - 4:45 pm
Bayou Gulch Campus Tour
3:45 pm - 4:45 pm
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*To stay up to date on enrollment information for the new campus, please complete a form for each child in your household. Completing this form will express your non-binding interest to enroll.
About Leman Academy
Where Children Build Knowledge and Character
Leman Academy is a tuition-free public charter school for children in grades K-8 with open-admission policies and no entrance exam. We also offer a tuition-based preschool at select locations. Our teachers, administrators and parents follow the philosophies of child psychologist Dr. Kevin Leman, the Academy’s founder, and share the belief that the best education is one that focuses on educating both the mind and heart.Learn More About Leman Academy Our History
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Meaningful Curriculum
Our classical course of study looks at the past and its interrelatedness to today’s society. Our scholars are taught to dig deep to find their talents, discover things in the world around them, and think critically and independently.
Virtue-Building Emphasis
Building character and instilling morals are important aspects of our educational program. Education is not just about training the mind, but also the heart. Scholars learn to care for and respect the people around them.
Parents as Partners
We believe that your involvement in your child’s education brings out the best in your scholar. We value and look to your support in the pursuit of excellence that prepares your scholar for a successful and productive tomorrow.
Free, Public Charter School
Families enjoy tuition-free access to a high-quality education, with resources that rival private schools.
Exceptional Teachers
Our teachers are highly qualified, compassionate, and dedicated to helping each scholar thrive.
From Preschool through Middle School
We offer programs for every stage — from a nurturing preschool to a rigorous K–8 foundation that prepares scholars for high school and beyond.
Find a School
Find a Leman Academy school in your area or consider the Leman Virtual Academy for Arizona scholars.
Testimonials
“We love everything about Leman Preschool - most notably how personable and encouraging all the staff are with each child. Everyone knows my child and she is comfortable with every staff member, which makes me feel more comfortable leaving her at school!”
"I love the fact that it is a classical curriculum, they have live online classes for each subject at least once a week, and that there is a big focus on character education, history, and literature. Also, if we move closer to a campus, my kids will enjoy participating in activities."
"Our family is very thankful we found a preschool that follows a curriculum. Our son has flourished ever since we switched from a regular daycare/preschool to Leman!"
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