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Introducing North Bend STEM Academy

A new tuition-free, K–5 public charter school in Cincinnati, Ohio, where academic growth meets care, connection, and purpose.

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K–5A STEM elementary school from kindergarten through fifth grade
Tuition-freeFree breakfast, lunch & family support services
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Why families choose North Bend STEM Academy

Strong foundations in reading, math, science, and STEM.

At North Bend STEM Academy, a tuition-free K–5 elementary STEM school in Cincinnati, Ohio, our academic program builds strong foundations while supporting the whole child in a safe, structured learning environment.

01Extended daily instruction: more time for English Language Arts and math every day.

02Hands-on science and STEM: engaging experiences that build critical thinking skills, confidence, and a love of learning.

03The whole child: supportive classrooms focused on academic growth, social-emotional development, and student well-being.

04Family support: a tuition-free public charter school with free breakfast, lunch, and family support services.

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NewsJul 29, 2026

North Bend STEM Academy Adopts Project Lead The Way Launch for Hands-On STEM Learning

North Bend STEM Academy will bring Project Lead The Way Launch to all K–5 students in 2026–27, adding weekly hands-on science and engineering projects.

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NewsJul 24, 2026

Summer STEM Carnival Recap

North Bend STEM Academy welcomed several local families to its Summer STEM Carnival for an evening of hands-on activities and family fun!

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NewsJan 9, 2026

STEAM Kindergarten Enrollment for Fall 2026 at North Bend STEM Academy

North Bend STEM Academy offers tuition-free STEAM kindergarten for fall 2026, with hands-on projects, early literacy and math, and limited seats.

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Nov23Thanksgiving Break - No SchoolAll day · North Bend STEM Academy, 2129 W North Bend Rd., Cincinnati, OH, 45224 Nov24Thanksgiving Break - No SchoolAll day · North Bend STEM Academy, 2129 W North Bend Rd., Cincinnati, OH, 45224 Nov25Thanksgiving Break - No SchoolAll day · North Bend STEM Academy, 2129 W North Bend Rd., Cincinnati, OH, 45224

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