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Welcome to Oakside Prep Academy!

Welcome to Oakside Prep Academy! We are thrilled that you are considering becoming part of our school community in Waterford, MI. At Oakside Prep, we believe in creating a warm and welcoming environment where every family feels valued and supported, and our students are empowered to reach their full potential.

We’d love to get to know you better! As part of the admissions process, we warmly invite you to join us for a school tour and attend our admissions events. These are wonderful opportunities to meet our passionate team, explore our campus, and discover all the incredible things Oakside Prep has to offer.

Below, you’ll find details about our events, tours, and the application process. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our friendly admissions team - we’re here for you and can’t wait to welcome you and your family to Oakside Prep Academy!

Warmly,

The Oakside Prep Admissions Team

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Meet Your Principal

"I have always loved children and have worked with them through coaching, tutoring, babysitting, and the Boys & Girls Club. It seemed like a natural decision to go into education."
- Amy Tansel, Executive Principal at Oakside Prep

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What to Expect on a Tour

Our school tours typically last about 30 minutes and include visits to classrooms, the gymnasium, playground, and the different grade wings of our building. We will also discuss our daily policies, procedures, and our various programs. During this time you will also be able to meet school leaders and teachers (as time allows) and ask any questions you may have.

When you arrive, please go to the main office to check in where you will be greeted by our friendly office staff. Please make sure you bring your ID as you will be required to show it when you check in.

To schedule a tour of our school, please call 248-706-2000.

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Calendar of Events

The best way to get to know us is to attend one of our events. We host a variety of events, where you will have opportunities to meet staff members and learn more about what Oakside Prep has to offer. We look forward to seeing you there!

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Application Process

Are you ready to apply or are you thinking about applying? We want you to know what to expect along the way. Click below to view our enrollment guide. This guide provides information on our application process, enrollment requirements, Open Enrollment and lottery procedures, as well as some frequently asked questions.
 

We are currently accepting applications for both the 2024-25 and 2025-26 school year.

Enrollment Guide

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Apply online, in person, or over the phone and don’t hesitate to ask us questions along the way! We are here for you.

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