
Innovation Preparatory Academy
Part of Charter Schools USA, Secular
Updated July 2026
Innovation Preparatory Academy is a tuition-free K-8 public charter school serving the Wesley Chapel community. It is a member of the Charter Schools USA family and provides an internationally recognized curriculum focused on science, health, and wellness.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The school follows the WISH educational model, which focuses on Wellness, Innovative experience, Science, and Health. It aims to develop the whole child through a student-centered, technology-based environment that emphasizes project-based learning and collaboration. The school is committed to building strong minds and good hearts, fostering future-ready skills, and integrating character education into daily classroom life.
Programmes
The school provides a K-8 curriculum based on the Charter Schools USA Guaranteed and Viable Curriculum, which aligns with Florida Standards. The academic program emphasizes science and health, offering pre-med elective offerings and high school credit courses for middle school students. The curriculum also integrates technology, including a coding program that allows middle schoolers to earn industry certifications.
Outcomes
The school has received a 'B' grade for the 2024-2025, 2023-2024, and 2022-2023 academic years. It focuses on college and career readiness, offering middle school students the opportunity to earn high school credits in health sciences and other subjects, as well as industry certifications through its coding curriculum.
Student support
Learning support
The school provides Exceptional Student Education (ESE) services, including support for students with IEPs, ESOL, and gifted needs. It offers no-cost tutoring in reading, math, and science, which is scheduled based on student assessment data. Additionally, the school employs a mental health counselor and student services coordinators to support social and emotional well-being.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
Innovation Preparatory Academy is a tuition-free public charter school. Prospective families can inquire through the school's website, which provides information on the enrollment process, school tours, and upcoming enrollment events. The school utilizes a Personal Learning Plan (PLP) for each student upon enrollment to assess skill levels and establish a path for growth.
Calendar
The school operates on a standard academic calendar, with the 2026-2027 calendar available for reference. The school year includes various events, and summer programs are also offered. Parents can access real-time gradebook information and receive progress reports and report cards on a quarterly basis.
Facilities
About the campus
The campus is a state-of-the-art facility located in Wesley Chapel, featuring open and accessible spaces designed to encourage collaboration and modular learning. It includes an indoor Wellness Walk track and in-class serenity cubes for student self-regulation. The school is equipped with technology throughout, and students receive school-administered iPads starting after the third grade.
Co-curriculars
The school offers a variety of clubs for students. Additionally, it provides a before and after care program for families. Students have opportunities to participate in athletics, and the school emphasizes character development through programs such as Responsive Classroom, Developmental Designs, and Restorative Justice.
- Danielle ReynoldsPrincipal
- Michael MurphyAssistant Principal
- Erykah TharpeDean of Students
- Brittney GarciaCurriculum Resource Teacher
- Ciara GuadarramaCurriculum Resource Teacher