A: Charter schools are public schools of choice, meaning that families choose them for their children. Public charter schools:
- Are open to all children
- Do not charge tuition
- Often have smaller class sizes
- Are free to be more innovative (like an early college high school)
A: No. NOVA Academy accepts all students, regardless of where they live.
A: Our early college middle school model offers college-preparatory courses that prepare students for the rigors of high school and college. It also provides a seamless transition to our early college high school, where students can earn a high school diploma and receive an associate degree, career certificate, or college credit at the same time.
A: No. NOVA Academy is a free public school, so there are no tuition fees. College courses, college textbooks, and transportation to Santa Ana College are also provided free of charge.
A: Grades 6 and 7 for the 2026-2027 school year. Grades 6-8 will be offered starting with the 2027-2028 school year.
A: Yes, students currently attending a district, private, charter, or hybrid middle school may transfer to NOVA Academy OC for grades 6 and 7 in the 2026-2027 school year.
A: Yes, if space permits.
