Play, Love, Learn. Where Academic Excellence Begins....

Cornerstone Early Childhood Academy is a K-3 private school located in a family oriented community in Cleveland

Play That Builds Strong Readers

Children develop strong early reading and language skills through imaginative play, storytelling, and rich conversation, recognizing that young children learn best when literacy is joyful, meaningful, and purposefully designed.

Trauma-Informed, Emotionally Safe Classrooms

Our classrooms are designed to help children feel safe, seen, and supported, so they can regulate emotions, build confidence, and stay engaged in learning.

Social-Emotional Skills for Life

Children practice sharing, problem-solving, and expressing feelings every day, building the emotional intelligence they need for school success and healthy relationships.

A School Where Their Child Feels Safe and Understood

Many parents are concerned about their child’s emotional well-being, attention, and behavior especially after early stress, disrupted routines, or developmental differences. Cornerstone offers trauma-informed classrooms where children are supported, not punished, and where emotional regulation is taught alongside academics. Parents value knowing their child is in an environment that builds confidence, security, and a love of learning.

The Cornerstone Difference

Families choose Cornerstone Early Childhood Academy because we provide a learning environment where children are known, supported, and challenged in ways that honor how young learners grow best. Our play-based, trauma-informed approach builds strong foundations in literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional development while keeping learning joyful and meaningful. At Cornerstone, children feel safe to explore, ask questions, and develop confidence as learners, while families gain a trusted partner committed to academic excellence, emotional well-being, and long-term success for every child.

Upcoming Events

Join the Cornerstone Family!!

Cornerstone Early Childhood Academy Parent Informational Meeting

Cuyahoga County Public Library Garfield Heights Branch 5409 Turney Rd. Garfield Hts.,OH. 44125

Feb.15,2026 (1:30-3:00PM), Feb.25,2026 (4:00-5:30PM), March 14,2026 (3:00-4:30 pm),March25,2026 (11:00AM-12:30PM),April 11,2026 (9:30-11:00AM), April 25,2026 (9:30-11:00AM)

Cornerstone Early Childhood Academy Parent Informational Meeting

Cuyahoga County Public Library Garfield Heights Branch 5409 Turney Rd. Garfield Hts.,OH. 44125

Feb.12, 2026 (6:00-7:30PM), Feb.24, 2026 (6:30-8:00PM), March 12, 2026 (6:00-7:30PM),March 24, 2026 (4:00-5:30PM), March 26,2026 (3:00-4:30PM)

Admissions At a Glance

We’ll guide you from start to finish
Submit an Application

Complete the online application to share basic information about your child and family. This allows our team to begin the review process and ensure we can meet your child’s needs.

Family Meeting and Tour

Meet with our admissions team and tour the school to learn more about our program and approach. This conversation helps us build a strong partnership with your family from the start.

Enrollment and Welcome

Once accepted, complete enrollment forms and receive onboarding support from our staff. We ensure a smooth transition so your child feels welcomed, supported, and ready to thrive.

At Cornerstone,

We believe children deserve learning spaces where their identities, voices, and brilliance are affirmed every day. Our nurturing, play-based K–3 program builds confidence, literacy, and joy while honoring culture and community. Complete the interest form to connect with a school that truly values your child.