About
Leman Academy of Excellence offers a tuition-free public charter classical education for K-8 with open-admission policies and no entrance exam. It also offers a tuition-based preschool program for 3-year-olds at select locations, and the preschool requires children to be 3 years old and fully potty trained. Middle school scholars can take part in competitive athletics in the Front Range Charter League, including basketball, soccer, and volleyball.
Programs
- Classical education — K-8 · Tuition-free public charter school; open-admission policies; no entrance exam.
- Preschool program — 3 years old · Tuition-based preschool at select locations; incoming preschool scholars must be 3 years of age and fully potty trained.
- Sports program — Middle school · Competitive athletics in the Front Range Charter League (FRCL); sports listed include basketball, soccer, and volleyball.
At a glance
- Ages: 3–13 years old
- Facility hours: Office hours: M-F 7:30 am-3:30 pm; footer also lists office hours M-F 10:00 am-2:00 pm
About the provider
Leman Academy of Excellence states that it offers a rigorous, classical education based on the traditions of Western culture, with all disciplines interrelated. The mission says the school partners with supportive parents, pursues excellence, provides a safe and challenging environment, and instills morals and values. The program is listed with a CDE top-tier Performance Plan rating, US News Best Elementary School Public, US News Best Elementary School Charter, and Niche Best School.
- After-school programs — After-school programs are mentioned as part of enrichment offerings.
- Performing arts, electives and enrichment programs — Performing arts, electives and enrichment programs are mentioned.
Tuition-free public charter school; open-admission policies; no entrance exam; preschool enrollment does not guarantee a spot in K-8; kindergarten eligibility for 2027-2028 requires turning 5 before September 1, 2027; first grade requires turning 6 before September 1, 2027.
What families say
“We love everything about Leman Preschool - most notably how personable and encouraging all the staff are with each child. Everyone knows my child and she is comfortable with every staff member, which makes me feel more comfortable leaving her at school!” — Parker Parent
“I love the fact that it is a classical curriculum, they have live online classes for each subject at least once a week, and that there is a big focus on character education, history, and literature. Also, if we move closer to a campus, my kids will enjoy participating in activities.” — Virtual Campus Parent
“Our family is very thankful we found a preschool that follows a curriculum. Our son has flourished ever since we switched from a regular daycare/preschool to Leman!” — East Tucson Parent
Last updated November 9, 2026.
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