Business Details
27 Years
experience
Award-Winning Private School in Carrollton, TX
Oak Crest Private School has been dedicated to academic excellence since 1999, offering a mastery-based curriculum for students aged 3 to 14. Our approach emphasizes individualized learning, small class sizes (6:1 ratio), and real-world application through monthly field trips and hands-on projects. We prioritize full comprehension of material before advancing, ensuring students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.Our diverse, inclusive environment fosters cultural awareness and community, with graduates consistently excelling in subsequent educational settings. With a focus on personalized attention, we prepare students for lifelong success while maintaining a joyful, curiosity-driven learning atmosphere.
Services
Mastery-Based Curriculum
Small Class Sizes
Individualized Learning
Spanish Classes
Physical Education
Summer Camp Programs
Field Trips
Computer Programming
Arts & Crafts
After-School Care
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer a proven, rigorous curriculum with a 6:1 student-teacher ratio.
- Our self-paced approach ensures full comprehension before advancing.
- We emphasize real-world application through monthly field trips and hands-on projects.
- Our diverse and inclusive environment fosters cultural awareness and community.
- Students consistently score in the 93rd percentile on standardized tests.
Associations and certifications
- Texas Alliance of Accredited Private Schools
What people say
Loves going to school
Teachers are amazing
Students thrive
Excellent foundation
Highly recommend
Services
Mastery-Based Curriculum
Our mastery-based curriculum ensures students fully understand concepts before advancing. Small classes allow personalized instruction, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Students progress at their own pace, building confidence and academic excellence through hands-on, real-world applications.
Summer Camp Programs
Summer camps combine academics with fun activities for ages 3-14. Programs include swimming, science projects, arts, and computer programming. Small groups ensure individual attention, maintaining learning progress while encouraging creativity and social development in a safe environment.
Spanish Classes
Weekly Spanish classes focus on communication skills and cultural understanding. Students engage in interactive lessons, building vocabulary and practical language use through immersive activities tailored to their proficiency level.
Field Trips
Monthly field trips connect classroom learning to real-world experiences. Activities include science experiments, cultural events, and outdoor exploration, reinforcing curriculum concepts through hands-on engagement and fostering curiosity.
Physical Education
Structured P.E. classes develop physical skills and teamwork. Students participate in sports like soccer and kickball, building stamina and sportsmanship while enjoying active breaks between academic sessions.
People
Hildegard Jessup
Head of School
Hildegard Jessup leads Oak Crest Private School with over 20 years of experience in education. She champions mastery-based learning and personalized instruction, ensuring students thrive academically and personally in a supportive, diverse environment.
Questions
What makes Oak Crest's curriculum unique?
Our mastery-based approach ensures full comprehension before advancing, with personalized learning plans and real-world application through field trips and projects.
Do you offer summer programs?
Yes, our summer camps combine academics with fun activities for ages 3-14, including swimming, science projects, and arts in small groups.
How are students assessed?
Students progress by mastering material through individual evaluations, not traditional grades, ensuring they fully understand concepts before moving forward.
What is the student-teacher ratio?
We maintain a 6:1 student-teacher ratio to provide personalized attention and support for every child's learning needs.
Is the school accredited?
Yes, Oak Crest Private School is accredited by the Texas Alliance of Accredited Private Schools, ensuring high educational standards.
