January 9, 2026

A Small, Supportive Start: Kindergarten Enrollment for Fall 2026 at Mosaic Classical Academy!

Starting kindergarten is a big milestone for children and families. Many parents are looking for a school that feels safe, caring, and personal.

If you’re searching for a tuition-free kindergarten in South Toledo, Mosaic Classical Academy offers a unique opportunity: a small, intimate school environment serving only grades K–3, intentionally designed for young learners.

Why a K–3 School is the Ideal Way to Start Kindergarten

For many families, large elementary schools can feel overwhelming for a child’s very first school experience. We focus exclusively on the developmental needs of early learners.

Because we only serve kindergarten through second grade, our school is able to provide:

· Smaller class sizes

· Close relationships between students and teachers

· More individualized attention

· A calm, nurturing school environment

This intentional design helps kindergarten students transition into school with confidence, security, and a strong sense of belonging.

Safe and Nurturing Environment

Safety and emotional well-being are at the heart of everything we do. Our school is structured to feel welcoming and familiar—so children can focus on learning, making friends, and enjoying school.

Families choose Mosaic Classical Academy because we provide:

· Safe, closely supervised classrooms

· Caring educators experienced in early childhood education

· Consistent routines that help children feel secure

· A school culture built on kindness, respect, and trust

When children feel safe and supported, they are more confident learners.

Balancing Academics with Social-Emotional Growth

Our kindergarten program balances strong academic foundations with social-emotional learning and play. Students learn how to be part of a classroom community while developing essential early skills.

Kindergarten students experience:

· Developmentally appropriate literacy and math instruction

· Social-emotional learning and relationship building

· Hands-on activities that spark curiosity

· Time to move, play, and explore in a structured setting

Because our school serves only young learners, every part of the day is designed with kindergarten success in mind.

Convenience for Growing Families

For families with younger children, we also offer the convenience of an adjacent daycare, which supports a smoother transition into kindergarten and the early elementary years.

This proximity helps create:

· Consistent routines for children

· Easier drop-off and pick-up for families

· A connected early childhood experience


Give your child a gentle, confident start to their school journey—one rooted in care, safety, and connection.

July 9, 2025

Mosaic Classical Academy Honored at 2025 ACCEL Summit

Mosaic Classical Academy was honored at this year’s ALIVE25 Summit, the annual gathering of ACCEL Schools leaders from across the country. The school earned an Accely Award for Outstanding Teacher Retention, celebrating its ability to maintain a committed team of educators who provide students with stability and continuity year after year.

“I’m inspired by the educators at Mosaic Classical Academy for their dedication to our students,” said Ron Packard, CEO of ACCEL Schools. “They make a real difference in children’s lives, and we’re proud to recognize their success.”

Held annually, the Accelys celebrate the standout achievements of educators across ACCEL Schools’ network of 85+ public charter schools, which serve students from PreK through 12th grade. Awards honor excellence in areas like student attendance, teacher commitment, enrollment growth, financial stewardship, and academic progress.


Ready to join our award-winning school?

May 9, 2025
January 14, 2025

Celebrating Our Board: Pillars of Our Charter School Community

January is School Board Appreciation Month

As we celebrate School Board Appreciation Month, we want to take a moment to recognize the invaluable contributions of our dedicated Board of Directors. Their unwavering commitment to our charter school community has been instrumental in shaping our school into a thriving hub of learning and growth.

Why Charter Schools Matter

Our charter school offers a unique educational experience that is:

  • Tuition-Free: Accessible to all families in our community, regardless of their financial situation.
  • Safe and Secure: Providing a nurturing and supportive environment where students can learn and thrive.
  • Community-Focused: Partnering with parents, teachers, and the broader community to create a strong educational foundation for our students.

The Role of Our Board

Our Board of Directors plays a crucial role in ensuring the success of our school. They:

  • Set the Vision: Establish a clear and inspiring vision for our school’s future.
  • Make Informed Decisions: Carefully consider all options and make sound decisions that benefit our students.
  • Provide Oversight: Monitor the school’s operations and financial health.
  • Advocate for Our Students: Represent our school’s interests at the local, state, and federal levels.
  • Recruit and Support Quality Staff: Help attract and retain talented educators who are passionate about our mission.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our Board members for their tireless efforts. Their dedication and expertise have made a significant impact on the lives of our students.

Let’s take a moment to thank our Board members for their invaluable contributions. Their commitment to our school’s mission is truly inspiring.


Experience the Pillars of Educational Success! Begin your application today:

September 13, 2024

2023-24 Ohio Academic Results Announced!

With the release of Ohio School Report Cards on Friday, September 13th, we are excited to celebrate the academic achievement of our students and staff during the 2023-24 school year.

Congratulations Mosaic Classical Academy for receiving:

  • Overall rating of 5 stars
  • 5 stars on Gap Closing

To learn more about school report cards, visit the Ohio Department of Education website.


Ready to enroll in our high-achieving school?

September 1, 2024

Classical vs. Traditional Education: Learning How vs. Learning What

The world of education is vast and varied, offering countless approaches to learning. Two prominent methods that have stood the test of time are classical education and traditional education. While both aim to equip students with knowledge and skills, their fundamental philosophies differ significantly.

Traditional Education: What to Learn

Traditional education, often the norm in many schools, focuses primarily on imparting information. Students are presented with facts, figures, and concepts that they are expected to memorize and understand. The curriculum is typically structured around specific subjects, with a clear progression from basic to advanced knowledge.

Key Characteristics:

• Emphasis on content mastery

• Standardized testing

• Teacher-centered instruction

• Focus on specific subjects and disciplines.

While traditional education provides a solid foundation of knowledge, it can sometimes limit students’ ability to think critically and creatively. It can also create a passive learning environment where students are primarily consumers of information rather than active participants in the learning process.

Classical Education: How to Learn

Classical education takes a different approach, prioritizing the development of critical thinking, communication, and reasoning skills. Rather than simply teaching what to learn, it focuses on how to learn. The goal is to equip students with the tools they need to think independently, analyze information, and solve problems.

Key Characteristics:

• Emphasis on the liberal arts

• Focus on developing critical thinking and communication skills

• Student-centered learning

• Use of classical texts and literature

Classical education often follows a three-stage model: grammar, logic, and rhetoric. In the grammar stage, students build a foundation of knowledge. In the logic stage, they learn to analyze information and form arguments. In the rhetoric stage, they develop the ability to communicate effectively.

Imagine two students learning about history. A student in a traditional setting might memorize dates, names, and events. A student in a classical setting would also learn these facts but would spend more time analyzing the causes and effects of historical events, debating different interpretations, and writing persuasive essays about historical figures.

Both classical and traditional education have their merits, and the best approach for a child may depend on individual learning styles and goals. Classical education stands out as a superior approach by focusing on developing the whole person, not just imparting information. Through critical thinking, communication, and reasoning skills, it equips students for lifelong success.


Begin the journey of a classical education for your child!

February 25, 2024
January 26, 2024

The Charter School Advantage

Charter schools offer families an alternative to the local public school and are among the top-performing schools in the nation. Charter schools are tuition-free public schools—open to all students in a state or district, regardless of their zip code, and focused on meeting student needs for success. The charter school model empowers teachers to provide innovative, high-quality instruction and gives them the autonomy to design a classroom that fits their students’ needs. Charter schools are led by dynamic principals who have the flexibility to create a school culture that fosters student performance and parent satisfaction. Charter schools are held accountable to the performance standards they agree to in their charter and by their communities. Read more about charter schools »

Mosaic Classical Academy Charter School Advantage:

SAFE and Caring Environment: We care about the well-being and development of each child. We are interested in each child’s future. A secure and orderly learning environment is our top priority.

Educational Technology: We see technology as a tool to support excellent teachers. Our students and staff will have access to technology which will enable the flexibility to accommodate different learning and teaching styles.

Professional Development: Our teachers are engaged, highly qualified, and supported by a team of mentors and specialists. Teachers receive regular professional development and performance reviews.

Curriculum and Teaching Best Practices: Innovate, validate, replicate. We take proven methods from high-performing programs and apply them to other schools across our network.

Operational Efficiency: Efficient school operations mean more resources for students. Our schools achieve a level of administrative diligence that matches our academic rigor. Best practices and transparency are a part of everything we do.

Personalization: Every student receives an Individualized Learning Plan (ILP), which is a dynamic, living road map. Regular, short-cycle assessments allow us to review student performance for each learning objective and react quickly to accelerate instruction or provide support.

Community Integration: We intentionally serve a broad range of communities, and we believe that community involvement is vital to the success of our schools. We work to identify the unique circumstances facing your area and include community leaders in our planning and operations. We make it a priority to develop relationships with our families, neighbors, and organizations that are benefiting our school community.

We look forward to welcoming families and the community to our school and preparing for a successful and thriving new school year this fall. To receive updates and more information, please complete our request for information form.

How We Individualize Instruction

At Mosaic Classical Academy, we implement the ACCEL Instructional Model (AIM) which starts with a standards-based curriculum taught by properly certified and licensed teachers. We frequently assess students (on a bi-weekly schedule) to know if a student is working ahead, falling behind, or right on track when it comes to mastering the learning standards for their grade level.

Our school is built on a strong foundation of high expectations for academic achievement for all students. Our instructional model has four key components to achieve strong academic results:

  1. Individualized Instruction. Students participate in a variety of learning activities each day that individualize instruction for each subject area. Students receive whole class instruction, small group instruction, and individual instruction with teachers, technology, and other curricular tools.
  2. Properly Certified & Licensed Teachers. Our teachers meet rigorous requirements including a Bachelor’s degree, grade-level teaching license/certificate and ability to demonstrate subject area expertise. Our teachers are supported by trainers and participate in continuous, research-based professional development. Our teachers are accountable for student learning and rewarded for high quality performance.
  3. More Time on Task. Our students receive double the instruction in ELA and Math to provide a strong foundation for all learning. Our school also follows a longer school day and school year than many other schools.
  4. Short Cycle Assessments. Student knowledge of academic standards is assessed formally and informally in short cycles by each teacher. Our teachers adjust class-level and individual instruction based on student performance in these frequent intervals.

To receive updates and more information, please complete our request for information form.

January 5, 2024

The ACCEL Schools Difference

We are a proud member of ACCEL Schools—a public charter school network serving thousands of PK-12 students throughout the United States. ACCEL was founded in 2012 by the early pioneers of online learning. Our leadership believes that all children, regardless of location or socio-economic background, deserve a quality education that prepares them to succeed in school and become productive global citizens.  

ACCEL Schools Instructional Model provides: 

  • Aligned Academics meet or exceed state standards ensuring your child is on track for rigorous college and career opportunities.    
  • Certified, Licensed Teachers and a student-centered staff are united in executing our mission to make a difference in the life trajectory of each student.    
  • More Time on Tasks and double the instructional minutes for ELA and Math maximizes learning in your child’s school day.   
  • Short Cycle Assessments keep track of how students are progressing in the program, giving teachers ongoing feedback so they can tailor instruction to your student’s needs.    
  • Individualized Instruction driven by assessment data means we are familiar with the needs of each child and set students up for success in each course of study.    
  • State Testing Preparation reduces the anxiety often associated with high-stakes tests, helping our teachers and students feel confident with the structure and methodology of state exams.    
  • Academic Support including education technology, interventional specialists, and instructional aides assist students during the school day. After-school tutoring, summer school, and Saturday school programs extend support services beyond the traditional school day and year.   
  • Extracurricular Courses & Activities round out our educational offerings, providing students social-emotional learning, athletics, arts, service learning & more.