Oakland Children's Academy, OCA, is an independent Montessori school established in 1996. We have two campus locations; OCA and MCA, offering quality education from Toddler, Preprimary & Intermediate through Elementary for half day, full day and daycare. Our 10 week Summer Program offeres a weekly theme and is held at Macomb Children's Academy campus.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Oakland Childrens Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Year Founded
1996
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Student Body
Total Students
69 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
95%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Our school hours have changed due to the Pandemic. New full day hours are 9 AM to 5 PM. Preprimary can attend half day; 9 AM to 12:30 PM. We are strictly 5 days a week. All payments are made online through Tuition Express.
Summer Program Cost Notes
Our Summer Program is a lite refresher of the previous school year with a casual play time, arts and crafts. For more information, email us at Office@OCAmontessori.com
Admissions Director
Sherin Thomas
Admissions Associate
Office@ocamontessori.com
School Notes
- Prospective parents must have a school tour prior to the enrollment process.
- Student Siblings who enroll receive a 10% discount.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Oakland Childrens Academy often compared to?
Oakland Childrens Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Brookfield Academy - Troy by visitors of our site.
Does Oakland Childrens Academy offer a summer program?
Yes, Oakland Childrens Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for Oakland Childrens Academy?
The application deadline for Oakland Childrens Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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