A tuition-free public charter school in Columbus, dedicated to developing caring, engaged citizens and thoughtful learners.
Bessie Sherrod Price Preparatory Academy is a tuition-free public charter school serving grades K-8 in Columbus, Ohio. Since 2013, we've been dedicated to excellence in developing caring, engaged citizens and thoughtful learners.
Teachers use individualized instruction to create an atmosphere that engages all learners, and students show academic and social growth through various measures throughout the year.
We believe scholars deserve a bright, healthy learning environment where they are accepted for who they are and given the opportunity to succeed as individual learners — in a small school where every family is known personally.
Every decision and classroom interaction at Bessie Sherrod Price Preparatory Academy is guided by these principles.
Our mission is to develop caring, engaged citizens and thoughtful learners in every scholar.
Teachers create an atmosphere that engages all learners, meeting each scholar where they are.
Regular safety drills and a caring staff keep every scholar safe and supported.
Our small school environment builds a genuine family atmosphere — the top reason families choose BSP.
Our teaching philosophy pairs individualized instruction with a well-rounded academic and arts curriculum — helping every scholar show academic and social growth throughout the year.
Extended time for reading and language arts each day, with rich, rigorous texts that help scholars learn to love good books.
A common-core aligned curriculum teaches the how and why behind math, connecting it to real, everyday problems.
Our arts programs strengthen communication and social-emotional skills while scholars learn and have fun.
Qualified scholars can earn free college credit through Ohio's College Credit Plus program.
Our educators are passionate, experienced, and deeply committed to the Columbus community they serve.
Led by Principal Henry Savage III, our leadership team builds a bright, healthy learning environment for every scholar.
Dedicated teachers delivering individualized instruction in reading, math, and the arts across grades K-8.
Led by Dominique Pirtle, our team guides every family from first contact through enrollment, with questions escalated to Principal Savage as needed.
Connect with a friendly enrollment counselor today. No commitment required.