Early College PHL will be the city and Pennsylvania’s first public, open-enrollment early college secondary school, serving grades 6-12.
The school where every student earns a diploma plus.
Coming
to
Philadelphia
Fall
2026
✶
Coming to Philadelphia Fall 2026 ✶
Our Model
Inclusive Community
ECPHL will be a city-wide, open-enrollment school for students interested in getting a head start on college and career training. Our school community will foster: belonging, inspiration and empowerment among students, faculty and staff.
Relevant Academics
Our educational program integrates academic richness, transferable skills, and college- and career-connected learning. All students grades 6-8 will be exposed to college and career pathways, and in grades 9-10 they will explore pathways of interest.
College & Career Pathways
Starting in the 11th grade, students will experience college-level coursework at a local college and will chose to pursue an associate’s degree pathway and/or industry credentialing. Dedicated College & Career staff will support students on their pathway of choice.
Diploma PLUS
Every ECPHL graduate will earn a high school diploma plus:
College credits up to an associate’s degree and/or industry certification
The vision of Early College Charter School of Philadelphia is to serve as a model of educational equity by creating an innovative, relevant program; strategic postsecondary and employer partnerships, and broad community investment, serving both its students’ life pursuits and our city’s greatest needs.
Mission & Vision
The mission of Early College Charter School of Philadelphia is to offer an inspiring 6th-12th grade education by fostering students’ sense of belonging and purpose, and by empowering them with the competencies, connections and credentials for fulfilling roles in high-demand industries, along with the tools to learn and thrive throughout their lives.
Connect with our team.
Email: info@earlycollegephl.org
Phone: (215) 586-3919