Welcome to Willow Charter Academy
Located in the heart of Lafayette, Willow Charter Academy never sets limits on how much your child can achieve. We shape instruction to build on the strengths and abilities of each child and make Moral Focus lessons part of every school day. As a result, our students thrive. In fact, students at Willow have increased their proficiency in all subjects on the state test for the past two years.
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Open Enrollment Has Started!
Open Enrollment for the 2025-26 school year is now through November 29. Don't miss the deadline, apply today!
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Schedule a school tour and learn more about our personalized teaching, moral focus program, after-school activities, clubs, sports, and more.
Makin' Groceries Mobile Market
The Second Harvest Food Bank Makin' Groceries Mobile Market is a traveling grocery store offering a variety of locally sourced fruits, vegetables, proteins, dairy, and dry goods at affordable prices. Join us at our table as we distribute materials and share more about our amazing school.
Our School's Recognitions
Our school is built on the cornerstone of Academic Excellence, which has earned us recognition. Learn more about the success of our students!
Parent Portal Help Page
Parent Portal gives parents quick and easy access to their child's information. Click below to learn more!
Advanced Learning Program
We offer advanced learning opportunities for top-performing students who are ready to progress beyond grade level.
Grades 6-8 Open House
Stop in and see us! Discover our commitment to academic excellence and moral focus. Tour our school, and learn about our various programs. We hope to see you there!
It's Time to Apply for the 2025-26 School Year!
Open Enrollment for the 2025-26 school year ends November 29. Open Enrollment is the best time to apply! All applications received during Open Enrollment are considered equal and eligible for being randomly drawn to fill available seats. When Open Enrollment ends, students will go on the waiting list if seats are full. Don't miss the deadline, apply today!I'm Ready to Apply
We Are a Charter School
Are you seeking a "private" school education with the no-cost benefit of a public school? If so, you're in the right place. Willow Charter Academy is a tuition-free public charter school open to all children who live in Louisiana.
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Apply Today!"What I love most about Willow Charter Academy is that everyone is always positive and encouraging. They are willing to go above and beyond for their students and parents."
- Willow Charter Academy Parent
NHA Shines: Stanford Study Shows Our Students Surpass Their Peers by 3.5 Months Each Year
A recent Stanford study shows NHA partner-school students continue to outperform their traditional public school peers. They do so by gaining nearly three-and-a-half months of additional learning. NHA also earned the new “gap busters” designation for outstanding progress in eliminating learning disparities for minority and poverty students.Learn More About Stanford's Study
Parents' Rights to Access Instructional Materials
Per the Parents' Bill of Rights the school will provide the instructional materials used in each content area and grade level upon request. Please contact the school office at 337-534-8218 to provide the materials requested.
For more information on parents' rights to access instructional materials, please see Louisiana Revised Statutes 17:335.
