Different On Purpose
At Mountain Oak Community School, we nurture the whole child through personalized education, outdoor exploration, and community connection — creating confident learners and compassionate citizens.
About Mountain Oak
Mountain Oak Community School is a private, nonprofit Pre-K through 8th grade microschool in Prescott, Arizona. We combine small, multi-age classrooms with outdoor learning and community partnerships to create an education that is personal, engaging, and meaningful. Our mission is simple: nurture the whole child while inspiring a lifelong love of learning.
Pre-K–8 Education
Serving children ages 4–14 with full academic curriculum.
8–12 Students per Class
Intimate, personalized learning environment.
Community Partnerships
Connecting lessons to real-world experiences.
How we are Different
Small Class Sizes
8–12 students per class. Individual attention and strong teacher-student relationships in intimate learning groups.
Outdoor & Nature-Based Learning
Lessons extend into Prescott’s natural environment, fostering curiosity and environmental stewardship.
Community-Integrated Projects
Real-world learning through partnerships with local businesses, organizations, and civic initiatives.
Personalized Educational Pathways
Tailored learning plans designed around each student’s strengths, needs, and interests.
Character & Social-Emotional Development
Building empathy, resilience, and confidence alongside academic achievement.
Arts & Science Integration
Blending creativity and critical thinking through hands-on projects that unite artistic expression with scientific discovery.
Upcoming Events at Mountain Oak School
Meet Our Team
Dr. Timothy J. Harrington
Interim Director/Board President
Carmen Alvey
SPED Coordinator
Ryan Brown
Board Member
Peter Rennick
Board Vice-President
