August 11, 2026
G.C.A. Back to School Updates
WELCOME TO GCA CHARTER SCHOOL For the 2026-2027 School Year Return to School Updates Greetings, GCA Families! We hope you are having an amazing summer! We are excited to welcome our new and returni...
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Our Mission
The mission of the Grand Concourse Academy Charter School is to create a challenging learning environment that addresses and meets the needs of students in New York City, especially those at-risk of academic failure. In a concentrated effort to prepare our students for entry into the very best high schools of New York City, the Academy will seek to foster a sense of strong character, ethics, and personal responsibility, as well as high expectations and academic success.
The Academy will place a strong emphasis on Reading, Math, Science, and Social Studies, and will diligently seek to prepare students to meet and/or exceed NYS performance standards in ELA, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies.
Our vision
Why Grand Concourse Academy?
Our goal is to create and maintain an environment that is fair, safe, and nurturing for both staff and students. We hold true to the belief that excellence in education is the minimum that we will accept for every child and take pride in the reality that we are caring professionals.
Latest News
March 11, 2026
Welcome to ParentSquare!
Our school is using ParentSquare! We are excited to let you know that this year we'll be using ParentSquare to communicate with you at the school, and in your classrooms and groups. ParentSquare pr...
March 11, 2026
Step 1: Activate Your Account
Click the link in your activation email/text, or sign up on parentsquare.com or via the ParentSquare app.Next, check out our guide to getting started.
GCA Fundraiser
GCA Fundraiser has begun! All students recieved a fundraiser magazine from Gifts ‘N Things. Help support your child’s school! United we give, together we grow!
FREE Saturday Adult ESL Program
Join our FREE Saturday Adult ESL Classes beginning October 10 - May 22nd , from 9 AM–12 PM. All parents are welcome! Bring your family and friends and take this opportunity to learn, connect, and grow together. Fill out the attached application. We look forward to seeing you!
Click below to apply for our Saturday Adult ESL Program.
Sports
With a commitment to personalized learning, academic excellence, and a nurturing community, we offer an environment where every student can thrive. Explore our innovative programs, meet our dedicated teachers, and see firsthand how we exceed state standards.
Scouts - Pack 625
Your support helps our Scouts participate in year-round programs and work
toward Summer Camp 2027, where they’ll experience outdoor adventure, develop
leadership and life skills, build friendships, and create memories to last a lifetime.
Background
Grand Concourse Academy Charter School was founded in 2004, serving 180 students from kindergarten through grade 2. Each year, the school continued to grow by one additional grade until we reached grade 5. In the spring of 2015, we were authorized by the State University of New York to extend our curriculum to grade 8. We are currently a Kindergarten through 8th Grade school with a capacity of approximately 819 students and growing. Our K-8 School status was officially implemented as of September 2017.