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Genesee Academy

United States, Swartz Creek

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees $5,900 - 6,955
Ages 3 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 1995
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (MYP)
Taught languages Arabic, Spanish
Strengths STEM, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Genesee Academy is a private Islamic IB World School serving students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. It sits at 9447 Corunna Road, Swartz Creek, Michigan, and is attached to Flint Islamic Center, enabling daytime prayer in masjid. The school offers the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) within a broad and balanced curriculum across the Early Learning Center, Elementary and Middle School, and High School. The ELC is licensed, validated and accredited by Michigan. Quran and Islamic Studies and Arabic language are integrated into a secular curriculum that exceeds Michigan standards. The High School program includes languages, philosophy and history, among other subjects. A multi-million dollar expansion added a High School, an ELC, a cafeteria, an expanded science lab, a library and an arts and crafts workshop. The campus features two gymnasiums, a hot lunch program, a Summer Camp, and a library, serving more than 25 nationalities.

9447 Corunna Rd, Swartz Creek, MI 48473

The Essentials

Genesee Academy has instruction in English.

Location
9447 Corunna Rd, Swartz Creek, MI 48473. The campus is attached to the Flint Islamic Center, allowing students to pray in the masjid during the day.

Stages
Pre-K through 12th grade. The school includes an Early Learning Center, Elementary & Middle School, and High School.

Type
Private Islamic IB World School

Pupil Nationality Mix
More than 25 nationalities and ethnic backgrounds represented.

Additional learning support
Not equipped or staffed to provide services for students with special needs.

Religious affiliation
Islamic

School day structure
Admin hours 8:00am-4:00pm; Student hours 8:20am-3:40pm (Mon-Thu), 8:20am-2:45pm (Fri), 8:20am-12:00pm (Half-Days).

Bus service
Genesee Academy does not provide bussing services.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniforms for K–8 are purchased from Lands' End, and the GA logo must be visible on the top piece. Uniforms are khaki or navy with navy blue dresses; hijabs must be navy blue or white and cover the hair and neck, with 2nd–4th grade girls required to have a Salah cover; shoes must be closed-toe and non-marking. Pre-K students are not required to wear a uniform.

Food Options
New hot lunch system; the Genesee Academy PTO offers online hot lunch ordering; orders are placed online and paid by credit card; meals are managed through an online system.

Governance and Ownership
Two administrative bodies govern Genesee Academy: The School Board (seven members, four elected and three appointed by the Central Board of the Flint Islamic Center) and the School Administration (principal and vice principal; the principal has overriding authority). An IB Program Leadership Team focuses on implementing the IB‑MYP program. The school complex is attached to the Flint Islamic Center.
Fees

Annual tuition at Genesee Academy ranges from USD 5,900 to USD 6,955 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- Non‑refundable application fee: USD 50 per student.
- Summer program application (when offered) uses a separate schedule: USD 50 per child if submitted by the early deadline, USD 75 per child if submitted after the early deadline.

Tuition fees (annual and per‑installment examples)

- Typical full‑time annual tuition (2026/27 profiles reported by independent school directories): approximately USD 5,900 per year; some third‑party listings report an alternate figure of USD 6,955 for the highest grade levels.

- Because the school offers multiple payment plans, here are worked examples using an annual tuition of USD 5,900:
- Plan A — single annual payment: USD 5,900 per year.
- Plan B — two semiannual installments: USD 2,950 per installment.
- Plan C — four installments: USD 1,475 per installment (payments due early Sep, Nov, Jan, Mar under the four‑installment option).
- Plan D — monthly automatic bank withdrawals: amount equals the annual tuition divided by the number of scheduled monthly withdrawals; example calculations: if withdrawn over 9 months (typical Sep–May window) the payment would be about USD 655.56/month; if withdrawn over 10 months the payment would be USD 590/month. The school provides a bank‑draft agreement for Plan D.

- Note on variation by grade: independent school listings show small differences in reported figures between grade levels; families should expect that tuition may vary by program (Early Learning Center vs elementary vs high school) and by any financial aid, sibling or employee discounts.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Available payment plans: Plan A (one installment/year), Plan B (two semiannual installments — due 1st day of school and first week of January), Plan C (four installments — due early Sep, Nov, Jan, Mar), Plan D (monthly automatic bank withdrawals, withdrawals taken on the 1st of each month with a bank draft agreement). The first tuition payment and the materials fee are due at registration; the last payment for the school year is due May 1. Returned checks incur bank service charges.

- Returned‑check and delinquency policy: returned checks are subject to a bank service charge (the handbook notes a $25 returned‑check service charge); delinquent accounts can result in exam exclusion, withholding of records, suspension or expulsion and referral to a collection agency after extended delinquency.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable. Genesee Academy operates as a day school (pre‑K through grade 12 programs and an Early Learning Center); there are no boarding fees.

Other costs and common additional fees

- Materials fee / advance fee: USD 200 per student is collected as an advance payment and is applied toward materials; this fee becomes non‑refundable after the first day of school.

- Registration / enrollment fees: a registration/enrollment fee is required at enrollment and may change year to year; the handbook references payment of a registration fee at enrollment.

- Uniforms: a school uniform policy is in effect and families are responsible for purchasing required uniform items. The uniform policy and lists of required items are provided as part of school documents. Uniform costs are paid by families.

- Transportation: bussing/transportation fees are not included in tuition; families are responsible for any private or public transport arrangements and related costs.

- Meal ordering and lunches: hot‑lunch orders are handled through the PTO system and require online payment by credit card for lunch orders.

- Summer program and activity fees: summer program enrolment and some extracurricular activities use separate fee schedules (examples: summer program tuition, activity fees, testing fees). The summer program materials list an example testing fee (USD 100) and show the summer application fee structure.

- Testing, exam and extracurricular charges: standardized testing, external examination fees, field trips, specialized program fees, technology or supply fees and optional course fees may be billed separately. The handbook notes standardized tests and that parents fund lost/damaged books and reorders.

Discounts and financial aid

- Sibling discount: a 10% tuition discount is applied to each additional sibling who attends the school; the discount is applied to the sibling with the higher tuition.

- Employee subsidy: full‑time employees receive a tuition subsidy (employee handbook notes a 40% subsidy of normal tuition for full‑time employee children; this does not apply to application, enrollment, or material fees).

- Limited scholarships and financial aid are available through school processes and external scholarship committees; families are responsible for ensuring scholarship funds are transferred to the school in a timely manner.

Refund information

- Deposit and materials fee refund rules: the USD 200 advance payment applied toward materials becomes non‑refundable after the first day of school.

- Tuition refund deadlines: there is no refund after October 31; parents remain responsible for full tuition for the school year if a student is withdrawn, expelled, or absent for illness after that date. A partial refund may be made only if a written request is submitted on or before October 31. All families must sign a tuition contract at enrollment that affirms these terms.

Fee payment options and accepted methods

- Automatic bank draft (preferred for monthly Plan D) using a bank‑draft agreement.
- Postdated checks for families not using automatic withdrawals (postdated checks are requested for all months at the start of the school year).
- Cash, money order or cashier's check for amounts required when returned checks cannot be replaced; returned checks may trigger a returned‑check fee and replacement with cash/money order if necessary.
- Credit‑card payment is required for PTO hot‑lunch ordering; credit‑card acceptance for general tuition is not specified in the public tuition and handbook materials.

Practical notes for families

- The school offers multiple payment plans to suit family needs; the first tuition installment and the materials fee are due at registration and the final payment is due by May 1 in the standard schedule. Returned checks and delinquent accounts have explicit penalties and consequences. A sibling discount, employee subsidy and limited scholarships are available under defined rules. For summer programs and optional activities there are separate, additional fees.

- The figures for annual tuition published by independent school directories for 2026/27 are reported as approximately USD 5,900 (one commonly quoted figure) with at least one directory listing USD 6,955 for the highest grades; families should use the payment‑plan examples above to estimate per‑installment amounts based on the annual tuition figure that applies to their child.
Academics

Genesee Academy teaches IB (MYP) for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Broad and balanced curriculum across the Early Learning Center, Elementary & Middle School, and High School. The Early Learning Center is licensed, validated and accredited by the state of Michigan. The Elementary & Middle School curriculum emphasizes scientific reasoning, discoveries and inventions. The High School curriculum includes ancient and modern languages, philosophy, history, and more. Quran and Islamic Studies provide Islamic education, and the Arabic Language is taught as part of the curriculum. Genesee Academy is an International Baccalaureate World School in the Middle Years Programme (MYP).
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Genesee Academy aims to cultivate caring and inquiring students who excel academically, socially, and spiritually. The mission describes a holistic program aligned with the International Baccalaureate and emphasizes collaboration between the school, students, parents, and community. The school highlights a Safe Islamic atmosphere, small class sizes, and a strong focus on Quran, Islamic Studies, and Arabic alongside secular subjects to support social development. Genesee Academy is an IB World School for the Middle Years Programme, though IB has suspended MYP authorization; the school expects to resume the Middle Years Programme in 2026–2027 if restoration is successful.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Genesee Academy states that it is not equipped or staffed to provide services for students who have special needs or require special educational methods or systems. New students with extreme learning difficulties or serious behavioral problems may be denied admission.

Mental Wellbeing
The Elementary & Middle School Parent–Student Handbook notes that the Code of Conduct is designed to enable students to grow Islamically, educationally, socially, and emotionally. Wellbeing and safety of all staff and students require that all family members on GA campus follow best conduct. During school hours, staff may refer students to professional counselors when needed, and discipline policies are designed to support student growth within an Islamic framework. Corporal punishment is banned.

Safeguarding
GA emphasizes wellbeing and campus safety through its Code of Conduct for students, staff, and visitors, including drop-off/pick-up rules and on-site behavior expectations. The handbook indicates that in cases of behavioral concerns, staff may refer students to professional counselors, and outlines disciplinary policies to safeguard the school community.
Parent Experience

History
Genesee Academy is a Pre-k through 12th grade AdvancED Accredited IB private Islamic school. It was established in 1995 with an enrollment of 47 students and has grown since. The school complex is attached to the Flint Islamic Center, allowing students to pray in the main masjid during the day. A multi-million dollar expansion added a high school, an early childhood center, a new cafeteria, an expanded science lab, a library, and an arts & crafts workshop.

Community
Genesee Academy emphasizes collaboration between the school, students, parents, and the broader community. The school complex is connected to Flint Islamic Center/Mosque, supporting a shared religious and cultural environment. The student body includes more than 25 nationalities and ethnic backgrounds. An active PTO/PTFA and a Parent Volunteer Program support family involvement.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Genesee Academy has an active Parent-Teacher-Family Association (PTO). The PTO maintains a presence on Facebook for parent connection and updates. The PTO introduced a new online hot lunch ordering system, and all orders must be placed online with credit card payments through the system. Families can create an online profile and view ordering history; a video tutorial is provided to help parents order. The site lists a Parent Volunteer Program and Active PTFA Members as part of GA's school community.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Early Learning Center is licensed, validated and accredited by the state of Michigan. Elementary & Middle School and High School programs are offered. Arabic Language and Quran and Islamic Studies are part of the curriculum. Genesee Academy is an International Baccalaureate World School in the Middle Years Programme (MYP). The campus includes a library and a hot lunch program, with a Summer Camp Program available. The location is 9447 Corunna Rd, Swartz Creek, MI 48473.

Academic Facilities
Early Learning Center is licensed, validated and accredited by the state of Michigan. Elementary & Middle School and High School programs are offered. Arabic Language and Quran and Islamic Studies are part of the curriculum. Genesee Academy is an International Baccalaureate World School in the Middle Years Programme (MYP). Library facilities support academic study on campus.

Extra Curricular Facilities
GA HS Robotics Team participates in robotics activities. Summer Camp Program is offered. A hot lunch program is available and meals can be ordered online via the PTO. PTO supports family involvement and student activities.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Genesee Academy is a Pre-K through 12th grade AdvancED Accredited IB private Islamic school. It offers the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) and a secular curriculum that exceeds Michigan standards. Quran and Islamic Studies and Arabic Language are integral parts of the curriculum.

Arts & Creative
The school has an Arts & Crafts workshop added during a recent expansion. Visual Arts is taught within the MYP curriculum (Grade 6–10).

Cultural & Language
Arabic Language is taught; Quran and Islamic Studies are integral to the curriculum. Genesee Academy is home to more than 25 nationalities and ethnic backgrounds.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Genesee Academy provides a safe Islamic atmosphere and is connected to the Flint Islamic Center (Masjid), allowing students to pray during the day. The campus includes two gymnasiums and expanded facilities, including a cafeteria, library, and science lab to support student wellbeing and activity.
Languages

Language Provision
English is taught as part of the high school program, with 9th grade English Language Arts under MYP Language & Literature. Arabic is taught as MYP Language Acquisition for grades 6–10 (Arabic 6A/6B, 7A/7B, 8A/8B, 9A/9B, 10A/10B). Quran and Islamic Studies are part of Islamic Education, and Quran is studied twice a week. Genesee Academy strongly emphasizes Islamic Education and Arabic Language Studies.
Reputation

Awards
Flint Regional Science Fair Winners – 2022
Flint Regional Science Fair Winners – 2021
Flint Regional Science Fair Winners – 2020

Accreditations
The Early Learning Center is licensed, validated and accredited by the State of Michigan.
The school is an IB World School for the Middle Years Programme (MYP); authorization suspended; not currently offering MYP; expected to resume in 2026–2027.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Genesee Academy was established to provide educational services primarily to Muslim families in the Flint area who wish to study Islam and the Arabic Language. 2. Muslim children are given priority for admission. 3. Minimum standards for admission to each grade are applied to all applicants, and the school is not equipped to serve students with special needs. 4. Islamic Education is an integral part of the curriculum and is required of all students; children of any religion may be admitted. 5. The school reserves the right to deny admission to any child whose needs cannot be met or whose parents' goals conflict with school policies. 6. New students experiencing extreme learning difficulties, very poor attendance, or serious behavioral problems will not be allowed to continue. 7. Early registration for new and returning students takes place in April. 8. New students may be accepted during the last week of August through the first week of September if class size permits. 9. Information packets with admissions policies and the necessary application forms are available from the school. 10. Applications are submitted to the Genesee Academy office along with a non-refundable application fee; acceptance priority is given to children currently enrolled, second to siblings of children already enrolled, third to other interested parties. 11. Enrollment is not considered final until previous school records are received and reviewed. 12. New students will be on probation for the first 60 days. 13. The final admission decision rests with the Principal after reviewing all materials.

Scholarships
1. Limited financial aid is available to families meeting requirements set forth by Scholarship Committee, an independent organization. 2. Genesee Academy provides the necessary forms and contact information; parents are responsible to work directly with the scholarship committee. 3. Parents are responsible for tuition obligations to GA regardless of their agreement with the scholarship committee, and must ensure that the money is transferred to GA in a timely manner. 4. All scholarship-related issues are handled between the applicant and the scholarship committee; GA does not get involved with this interaction.
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