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About Oxford Classical Charter School
Oxford Classical Charter School is a proposed tuition-free public charter school in Oxford, Pennsylvania.
“Non scholae sed vitae discimus.”
Seneca
A school being built for the long term
Oxford Classical Charter School is being developed as an institution, not a short-term program. The aim is to establish a school where students are taught to read well, write clearly, speak thoughtfully, and grow in knowledge through strong daily instruction.
Families should be able to expect a school that is orderly, coherent, and worthy of confidence. That requires academic clarity, responsible governance, disciplined operations, and careful planning from the start.
Knowledge-Rich Curriculum
Students should encounter a sequenced course of study in literature, history, mathematics, science, language, civics, and the fine arts.
Teacher-Led Instruction
The model favors direct teaching, attentive listening, discussion, memorization, and written work.
Formation Through School Culture
Students learn best in an environment marked by attention, responsibility, self-command, and respect for others.
Public mission and governance
Oxford Classical Charter School is organized through a Pennsylvania nonprofit corporation as a proposed tuition-free public charter school. Its initial governing board is now seated and is responsible for mission stewardship, policy development, financial oversight, compliance, and long-term institutional integrity, subject to charter approval and applicable public requirements.
Organizational and school status
Oxford Classical Charter School is a proposed tuition-free public charter school being developed by Oxford Classical Charter Academy, a Pennsylvania nonprofit corporation recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a tax-exempt public charity under Section 501(c)(3), effective March 5, 2026. The proposed school is not yet open or accepting applications for admission.
Oxford Classical Charter Academy is registered with the Pennsylvania Bureau of Corporations and Charitable Organizations to solicit charitable contributions. Official registration and financial information may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State at 1-800-732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.