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KIPP DC - LEAP Academy PCS

charterWard 73.0 · 4 Google reviews

Marshall Heights · Grades PK3–PK4

OSSE STAR Rating

SY 2018-19
3 / 5 stars · Score 45.9 / 100
Enrollment: 396

Source: OSSE School Report Card — official rating from DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education.

About the School

KIPP DC LEAP Academy, located at our Benning Campus, educates children in Preschool. Our early childhood schools prepare students with the foundational academic skills and mindsets that are necessary for success in rigorous and joyful elementary schools. At KIPP DC, we commit to providing students with academic excellence, joy and sense of belonging, highly effective teachers and leaders, safe and nurturing learning environments, and a commitment to college readiness. Upon completion of PreK4, LEAP students move onto KIPP DC Promise Academy on the same campus. • We utilize an innovative play-based curriculum to develop early math and literacy skills. • We use a social-emotional curriculum that facilitates-emotional literacy, self-control, positive peer relations, and interpersonal problem solving. • We believe families are partners in education and commit to supporting your student from preschool through high school and beyond. We offer enriching experiences, regular communication, and opportunities to elevate student and family voices. • We utilize an innovative play-based curriculum to develop early math and literacy skills. • We use a social-emotional curriculum that facilitates-emotional literacy, self-control, positive peer relations, and interpersonal problem solving. • We believe families are partners in education and commit to supporting your student from preschool through high school and beyond. We offer enriching experiences, regular communication, and opportunities to elevate student and family voices. Learn more about this school's accountability scores by visiting the DC School Report Card website. Learn more about this school’s Charter and Financial disclosure statements from the Public Charter School Board at PCSB School Profile Page. Learn more about this school’s Historic Waitlist offers, seats, and applications in prior lottery cycles.

Address

4801 BENNING ROAD SE

Enrollment Lottery

Not required

Free transit for students

All DC residents enrolled at KIPP DC - LEAP Academy PCS (ages 5–21) qualify for Kids Ride Free — a SmarTrip card that grants free Metrobus, Metrorail, and DC Circulator rides on school days.

School Hours

From Google business listing — confirm with the school directly.

  • Monday7:45 AM to 3:30 AM
  • Tuesday7:45 AM to 3:30 PM
  • Wednesday7:45 AM to 3:30 PM
  • Thursday7:45 AM to 3:30 PM
  • Friday7:45 AM to 3:30 PM
  • SaturdayClosed
  • SundayClosed

Specialties

Blended LearningExtended Day
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Kids Ride Free Eligible

Students enrolled at this school qualify for Kids Ride Free DC — a free SmarTrip card for unlimited Metrorail, Metrobus, and DC Circulator rides during the school year.

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