About Central Academy (Grades PreK-12)
See How We Go Beyond Curriculum Mandates By Offering Arabic Education, After School Programs, Tutoring, And More!
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Central Academy
Our academy is placed in diversely rich, international communities with aspirations of a better future for themselves, and their children, via education and support.
Curriculum
Central Academy's curriculum will be sufficiently broad to allow students the opportunity to study a range of subjects including: English Language Arts, Mathematics, Arabic Language, Science, Social Studies, PE, Technology, Art and Music.
What We Offer
Central Academy is a multicultural, public school focused on educating the whole child in a nurturing environment. All students are guaranteed a safe, secure and orderly environment and have the opportunity to develop, learn, and achieve their own individual excellence.
Arabic Language
Central Academy offers Arabic as world language for all grades.
Student Life
Students can participate in athletics, student clubs and robotics clubs!
Grades
We offer GSRP Pre-K and K-12
Upcoming Events
WHY CHOOSE OUR ACADEMY
Central Academy offers a safe learning environment that fosters community and excellence when it comes to your child’s education. We take pride in our many accomplishments and mission to excel students so that they are prepared for a bright future. As an PYP IB World School, our Academy aims to challenge students on a global scale. We offer a character education program that we believe is essential for their success in both their personal and academic lives.
- Respect
- Responsibility
- Appreciation
- Commitment
- Cooperation
- Creativity
- Curiosity
- Empathy
- Integrity
- Tolerance
College Readiness
Focused on the individual learning needs of each child.
Positive Learning Environment
100% of our students enroll in a higher education institution.
1 To 1 Technology
All students receive a Chromebook and access to online learning tools.
Our Mission
To promote lifelong learning by nurturing academic excellence, positive character, and appreciation of cultures.
About Our Principal
Moh’d Abdelrahman – School Principal / Central Academy, Ann Arbor – Michigan
Mr. Moh’d Yousef Abdelrahman serves as the Principal of Central Academy, bringing with him more than 30 years of distinguished experience in education and school leadership across a variety of international settings.
He holds a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics and a Master’s in Education from Huddersfield University in the United Kingdom. Throughout his career, Mr. Abdelrahman has held key roles as a teacher, department head, educational consultant, and school leader in Canada, the Netherlands, Jordan, and several Gulf countries. His global perspective is deeply rooted in a belief in student-centered learning, academic integrity, and community engagement.
A particularly notable chapter in his career was his tenure as CEO of Modern Montessori School—one of the region’s prominent IB World Schools. Under his leadership, the school delivered the full continuum of International Baccalaureate programs and underwent successful accreditation through the Council of International Schools (CIS). Mr. Abdelrahman also served as a school evaluator with CIS, contributing to audit reviews and the development of international standards and quality assurance frameworks used by institutions worldwide.
His leadership philosophy emphasizes empowering educators, nurturing student growth, and cultivating a culture of excellence and inclusion. He believes that a thriving school community is built on a shared vision, mutual respect, and a commitment to continuous improvement for students, staff, and families alike.
As Principal of Central Academy, Mr. Abdelrahman is dedicated to fostering a safe, supportive, and high-achieving environment for all learners.
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