COLLINSWOOD LANGUAGE ACADEMY

Collinswood Language Academy is a public elementary school that is part of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools school district, located in Charlotte, NC with about 799 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 49 teachers, Collinswood Language Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Collinswood Language Academy, located in Charlotte, North Carolina, is a specialized magnet school within the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School district known for its rigorous K-8 dual-language immersion program. The academy focuses on providing students with a global education by teaching curriculum in both English and Spanish. By fostering biliteracy and biculturalism, the school aims to prepare students to thrive in a diverse, interconnected world while maintaining high academic standards across all core subjects.

Beyond its core language curriculum, Collinswood is recognized for cultivating a tight-knit school community that emphasizes critical thinking, cultural appreciation, and long-term academic success. As a choice school, it attracts families seeking an immersive educational environment that challenges students to achieve proficiency in a second language while simultaneously mastering traditional academic content. Its unique pedagogical approach makes it a standout option for students looking to develop both linguistic fluency and a broad, international perspective.

For more information, contact Collinswood Language Academy at (980) 343-5820 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.