Woodbury Leadership Academy (WLA) is a tuition-free, K-12 public charter school where high expectations and success matter to all!

Our learning environment and school community promotes academic achievement for students in grades K-12, as well as personal integrity, equity and a dedication to value and serve others.

Our school is committed to our students’ long term success. We use inquiry based learning by teaching the Core Knowledge Curriculum — building strong skills in math, reading, writing, history, science and technology. We also have a strong character education program to ensure students develop exceptional leadership skills. The character education program includes service learning projects and a focus of five core virtues - respect, responsibility, perseverance, gratitude and humanity.

WLA uses the rigorous and classical Core Knowledge Curriculum to build strong foundational knowledge across subjects, promoting academic excellence and equity. By ensuring all students share common knowledge, we can narrow achievement gaps and build critical thinking and long-term success.

The academic rigor at WLA prepares students for college and ready to lead. We out-perform the MCA Minnesota State average in all categories! Check out our report card.

WLA is a public school with a private school feeling. WLA students wear school uniforms to promote equality, reduce peer pressure, and minimize distractions.

Small class sizes at WLA allow for teachers and staff to provide personalized instruction, build strong relationships, and increase student engagement. With a 22:1 average student/teacher ratio, we are able to give every student what they need to learn and thrive.

Call to learn more. The enrollment lottery closes January 31st of each year.

There are sometimes openings available, so if you missed the deadline, please call to learn about openings in specific grade levels.

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North High School Craft Fair

North High School Craft Fair

Comedy Night

Comedy Night

Once on this Island

Once on this Island

The Pirates of Penzance

The Pirates of Penzance

The Pirates of Penzance

The Pirates of Penzance

One Enchanted Evening

One Enchanted Evening

Spring Into Service Event

Spring Into Service Event

Black History Showcase

Black History Showcase

Tartan's Got Talent

Tartan's Got Talent

Chili Feed, Maplewood North Lions Club 6th Annual

Chili Feed, Maplewood North Lions Club 6th Annual

Mulan Jr.

Mulan Jr.

Mulan Jr.

Mulan Jr.

A Toast to Rotary

A Toast to Rotary

Girl's Nite Out - 4 Women Network - It's a Big Party! - Raffle Drawings!

Girl's Nite Out - 4 Women Network - It's a Big Party! - Raffle Drawings!

Open Mic - Every Tuesday - Bierstube Oakdale

Open Mic - Every Tuesday - Bierstube Oakdale

Mary’s Big-Hearted Benefit Event

Mary’s Big-Hearted Benefit Event

Mary's Big-Hearted Benefit

Mary's Big-Hearted Benefit

Relay for Life Sock Hop

Relay for Life Sock Hop

American Indian Storytelling

American Indian Storytelling

Century College Jazz Festival

Century College Jazz Festival

Century College Jazz Festival

Century College Jazz Festival

The Splatter Sisters present the musical program '30 Books in 30 Minutes'

The Splatter Sisters present the musical program '30 Books in 30 Minutes'

Baby Storytime

Baby Storytime

Karen Mueller, Performing with Autoharp and Dulcimer

Karen Mueller, Performing with Autoharp and Dulcimer

Mystery Book Club at Oakdale Library

Mystery Book Club at Oakdale Library

Minnesota Book Club at Oakdale Library

Minnesota Book Club at Oakdale Library

Oakdale Branch Library Book Discussion Group

Oakdale Branch Library Book Discussion Group

Reading Train Book Club

Reading Train Book Club

Daytime Book Club at Oakdale Library

Daytime Book Club at Oakdale Library

Oakdale Discovery Center Gallery Artist Reception

Oakdale Discovery Center Gallery Artist Reception

Winter Wonderland

Winter Wonderland

Holiday Chemistry Magic Show

Holiday Chemistry Magic Show

Oakdale Community Gold Plate Dinner

Oakdale Community Gold Plate Dinner

Century Holiday Craft Fair

Century Holiday Craft Fair

Reception for Artist Elisabeth S. Paper and her "Images of Peace"

Reception for Artist Elisabeth S. Paper and her "Images of Peace"

Home for Christmas

Home for Christmas

Oakdale Branch Library Book Discussion Group

Oakdale Branch Library Book Discussion Group

Dog Gone Reading

Dog Gone Reading

Holiday Shopping Extravaganza