Ready To Join The Aurora Academy Community?
Tuition-Free K-8 Public Charter School Serving Aurora, Colorado
Founded in 2000 as the first charter school in the Aurora Public School District, Aurora Academy Charter School provides a well-rounded, rigorous education with high academic standards for students in kindergarten through 8th grade. Serving approximately 540 students on one campus, Aurora Academy helps learners Expect More and Achieve More every day.
Step 1
Enrollment Application
To being the process please click on the link below to fill out the online enrollment application. If you need assistance please email or call the main office
Enrollment Application
Step 2
School Tour Dates
Interested parties should plan to arrive between 8:00–8:15 a.m. The tour will begin promptly at 8:15 a.m. We will start with an informational session and a Q&A in the library, followed by a tour of the building and classrooms.
Below are the dates of our upcoming tours.
Wednesday, February 4th, 2026
Wednesday, March 4th, 2026
Step 3
Notification & Paperwork
Every spring, we run a lottery to place new students. You will be notified of your child’s placement after the lottery has been completed.
Once accepted, an appointment will be scheduled to complete the registration process with our Enrollment Coordinator.
Please note that we do not roll over our waitlist from year to year. If you are not notified of placement, you will need to reapply the following year.
Our Campus
10251 E. 1st Ave, Aurora, CO 80010
Why Families Choose Aurora Academy
Curriculum Designed for Deeper Learning
Students learn through a research-based curriculum, which provides a solid foundation in reading, writing, mathematics, history, science, and civics. This approach helps students understand the world around them and apply what they learn with purpose.
Proven Academic Success
Aurora Academy consistently outperforms district and state averages and has been recognized as a Colorado School of Distinction and as a multi-year recipient of the Governor’s Distinguished Improvement Award.
Expect More, Achieve More
Students are challenged in ways that help them grow. Teachers know each student well and provide support, feedback, and guidance that help them achieve excellence.
A Safe and Supportive Learning Environment
Families choose Aurora Academy because the school provides continuity across all grade levels and provides a small school connectedness that is interwoven from kindergarten through 8th grade.
Free Breakfast and Lunch for All Students
All students receive free, nutritious breakfast and lunch each school day, ensuring they are ready to learn and fully engaged.
What Our Community Is Saying About Aurora Academy
“My boys love going to school here. They are excellent at teaching the students and getting them up to speed and beyond where they should be academically.”
- Aurora Academy Parent
“We love Aurora Academy. The administration and teachers are dedicated to the students’ well-being and education. The gifted and talented program is unmatched. The music and art departments stand out above the neighborhood schools.”
- Aurora Academy Parent
“This charter school has allowed my wife and I to be involved with our kids’ education. We have opportunities to partner with the teachers and support learning at home.”
- Aurora Academy Parent
Key Information To Know
Every spring, we run a lottery to place new students. You will be notified of your child’s placement after the lottery has been completed. Once accepted, an appointment will be scheduled to complete the registration process with our Enrollment Coordinator. Please note that we do not roll over our waitlist from year to year. If you are not notified of placement, you will need to reapply the following year.
Seats are limited for grades K-8. We encourage families to apply early to improve their chances of securing a spot at Aurora Academy Charter School.