Public and Private Schools

Public and Private Schools Public Schools • Nationally recognized public education • Highly successful national merit scholarship program • Unmatched academic climate • Active community and parental involvement and support Coral Gables Senior High School 450 Bird Road Coral Gables, FL 33146 Tel. (305) 443-4871 Fax (305) 441-8094 Principal: Mr. Alex Martinez • • • • • • • • • http://cghs@dadeschools.net Grades 9 - 12 Highly successful national merit scholarship program Award-winning in band, drama, newspaper, athletics, arts International Baccalaureate Magnet Program Over 40 student organizations; 23 varsity sports Nationally recognized Advanced Placement program Multitude of career-oriented and academic programs Nationally-recognized Gablette marching corps Student/teacher ratio: 28-30:1 Total Enrollment: 3500 George W. Carver Middle School 4901 Lincoln Drive Coral Gables, FL 33133 Tel. (305) 444-7388 Fax (305) 529-5148 Principal: Ms. Libia Gonzalez • • • • • • • • • • http://carver.dade.k12.fl.us Grades 6 - 8 International Studies Magnet School (Spanish, French, German) Thriving academic climate Computer education Unusual variety of electives: debate, Journalism, Band, Chorus, Art, & Physical Education Intramural/team sports Gifted Program “A” Rated school according to Gov. Bush’s A+ Plan Magnet School of Excellence award Student/teacher ratio: 24:1 Total Enrollment: 1002 City of Coral Gables, 405 Biltmore Way, Coral Gables, FL 33134 • www.coralgables.com 2 Ponce de Leon Middle School 5801 Augusto Avenue Coral Gables, FL 33146 Tel. (305) 661-1611 Fax (305) 666-3140 Principal: Ms. Jo Anne Gans • • • • • • • • • • • http://www.dade.k12.fl.us/ponce/ Grades 6 - 8 International Education Magnet Program International Studies Program (Spanish, French, German) Full-time Gifted Program Advanced Academic Program (high school level courses) International Baccalaureate Middle School Years Program – Candidate Status A total of 18 clubs and 9 sports After school programs: All Stars, Math Tutoring, Bertha Abess, Saturday School, and University of Miami tutoring Technologically Advanced Campus Specialized in-house programs: Peer Mediation, Positive Behavior Support Program, Informed Families Student/teacher ratio: 28:1 Total Enrollment: 1,474 George W. Carver Elementary School 238 Grand Avenue Coconut Grove, FL 33133 Tel. (305) 443-5286 Fax (305) 567-3531 Principal: Dr. Cheryl E. Johnson • • • • • • • Small class size in grades K-2 Small group instruction in math and reading Academic excellence program After school program Foreign Language programs (Italian & Spanish) Student/teacher ratio: 28:1 Total Enrollment: 585 http://littlecarver.dadeschools.net Grades: Pre-Kindergarten - 5 Coral Gables Elementary School 105 Minorca Avenue Coral Gables, FL 33134 Tel. (305) 448-1731 Fax (305) 442-2075 Principal: Ms. Cheli Cerra • • • • • • • • • http://Gablese.dadeschools.net Grades: Pre-Kindergarten - 5 Control Choice school http://choice.dadeschools.net After-school Program (YWCA) School is listed on the National Register of Historic Places Florida A+ school: 1999-2004 MDCPS Platinum School Award: 2001-2004 Full-time gifted programs, Grades: 1 - 5 District Geography Bee Winners: 2000-2004 An Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) School under the No Child Left Behind Act U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbon Schools Program City of Coral Gables, 405 Biltmore Way, Coral Gables, FL 33134 • www.coralgables.com 3 • • Student/teacher ratio:25:1 Total Enrollment: 745 David Fairchild Elementary School 5757 S.W. 45th Street Miami, FL 33155 Tel. (305) 665-5483 Fax (305) 662-2935 Principal: Mr. William Kinney • • • • • • • http://davidfairchild.dadeschools.net Grades: Pre-Kindergarten - 5 Encourage and thrives on active parent participation Special programs: academic excellence program, pre-kindergarten program, computer lab, gifted program Before- and After-school Program Twiglet Bank Closed-circuit Television Studio Student/teacher ratio: 26:1 Total Enrollment: 610 Sunset Elementary School 5120 S.W. 72nd Street Miami, FL 33143 Tel. (305) 661-8527 Fax (305) 666-2327 Principal: Dr. Aline Sarria • • • • • • • • http://sunset.dadeschools.net Grades: Pre-Kindergarten - 5 Traditional basic skills school stressing academic achievement and international education Cultural and academic ties with the University of Miami, Biltmore Hotel, Wolfson Campus International Studies magnet school (Spanish, French, German) Before- and After-school Program run by the Principal C.A.M.P. at Sunset Blue Ribbon School of Excellence Magnet School of America Merit Award Student/teacher ratio: 24:1 Total Enrollment: 1096 Henry S. West Lab School 5300 Carillo Street Coral Gables, FL 33146 Tel. (305) 661-7661 Fax (305) 662-2935 Principal: Ms. Janeth Thompson • • • • • http://westlab.dadeschools.net Grades: Kindergarten - 6 Educational research facility for the Dade County Public Schools, the University of Miami Profession Development Homes Partnership County-wide school - acceptance from a "Pre-registration waiting list"; not an area school Student/teacher ratio: 25:1 Total Enrollment: 320 City of Coral Gables, 405 Biltmore Way, Coral Gables, FL 33134 • www.coralgables.com 4 Merrick Educational Center http://mdcps.dade.k12.fl.us/merrick 39 Zamora Avenue Coral Gables, FL 33134 Tel. (305) 445-5188 Fax (305) 444-2855 Principal: Ms. Judith Slovin; Interim Principal Ms. Allison Harley • • Famous landmark community school. Unique educational center serving students who are profoundly handicapped or have medical or discipline problems. Home/Hospital Instructional Program: Itinerant Home Instructional Program--for students temporarily medically incapacitated at home; Teleclass--telephone teaching for those with medical problems; Hospital Program--providing instructional personnel to psychiatric and medical/surgical hospitals; Community-based Profoundly Handicapped--classes for profoundly handicapped students unable to travel to school. Alternative Telecommunication Class- a telephone class alternative to expulsion. 2001 Florida Parent Involvement Award School Based Profoundly Mentally Handicapped Program. Student/teacher ratio: varies with program Total Enrollment: 550 • • • • • City of Coral Gables, 405 Biltmore Way, Coral Gables, FL 33134 • www.coralgables.com 5 Private Schools • Religious and non-religious • Infant through high school • Occasional care also available • Summer camp and school programs available Banyan Day School 340 Palermo Avenue Coral Gables, FL 33134 Tel. (305) 447-1233 Fax (305) 448-3113 Director: Ms. Arlene Jaen • • • • • • • • • • Private preschool and child care Open 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. all year round Ages one to six years old Excellent academic/kindergarten readiness program Two large outdoor playground areas Curriculum includes Spanish, music, gymnastics, ballet, art, math, science, and more Bi-lingual program Gold Seal accredited by the Florida department of Children and Family Student/teacher ratio 6:1 Total enrollment: 153 The Coral Gables School for Children 45 Almeria Avenue Coral Gables, FL 33134 Tel. (305) 448-7521 Fax (305) 663-6394 Director: Ms. Ena P. Lopez • • • • • • • • • • • An educational pre-school Open 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. all year round Ages three to six years H.R.S. Licensed facility Caring, qualified staff Safe, enclosed playground After-school program Summer Camp program Dance and Gymnastics program Student/teacher ratio: 5:1 Total Enrollment: 38 City of Coral Gables, 405 Biltmore Way, Coral Gables, FL 33134 • www.coralgables.com 6 Early Childhood Center Coral Gables Congregational Church 3010 DeSoto Boulevard Coral Gables, FL 33134 Tel. (305) 444-9792 Fax (305) 441-1836 Director: Ms. Barbara Watson • • • • • • • • • • • www.coralgablescongregational.com/education Learning through play Caring, qualified staff Large, well equipped classrooms Safe, enclosed playground Music, art on a regular basis Emphasis on language development and creative play Open 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Ages 2 - 4. Excellent student/teacher ratios DCF facility #124029 NAEYC Accreditation since 1993 Student/teacher ratio: 2 years old- 4½:1, 3-4 years old- 8:1 Granada Day School 950 University Drive Coral Gables, FL 33134 Tel. (305) 444-2028 Fax (305) 444-3193 Director: Ms. Beth Travis • • • • • • • • • • • http://www.granadapca.org Preschool and Kindergarten, ages 1 through 6 A ministry of Granada Presbyterian Church (PCA) Department of Children and Family licensed facility Experiential curriculum with emphasis upon problem solving, whole language, and concepts development Daily Bible study Special teachers for art, music, computers, and library Before and After-school Care program Large Parent Volunteer Committee Accredited by: Christian Schools of Florida (CSF), Florida Kindergarten (FKC), and National Council of Private Schools (NCPSA) Two teachers in every classroom with student/teacher ratios appropriate to age Total Enrollment: 170 City of Coral Gables, 405 Biltmore Way, Coral Gables, FL 33134 • www.coralgables.com 7 The Growing Place First United Methodist Church 536 Coral Way Coral Gables, FL 33134 Tel. (305) 446-0846 Fax (305) 446-6339 Director: Nancy Worsham • • • • • • • • • www.fumccg.org - click on “Ministries” – The Growing Place Developmentally Appropriate Curriculum for all ages Focus on social, emotional, cognitive, physical and spiritual growth Toddler, Preschool and Kindergarten programs State accreditation: UMAP, HRS Student/teacher ratio as indicated by UMAP Highly qualified and certified staff Mainstreaming with handicapped children from The Learning Experience School (located in the church) Student/teacher ratio: varies with age in accordance with UMAP Total Enrollment: 183 Guardian Shepherd Lutheran Christian Day School 110 Phoenetia Avenue Coral Gables, FL 33134 Tel. & Fax (305) 445-8918 Principal: Ms. Maria Padovan • • • • • • • Pre-Kindergarten 3 & 4 Elementary Grades K through 5 Small classes Christian education and daily chapel Computers in all classes Spanish classes After-school activities and after-school care www.st-james-church.org Gulliver Academy 12595 Red Road Coral Gables, FL 33156 Tel. (305) 665-3593 Fax (305) 669-1569 Director: Dr. Marian Krutulis • • • • • • • • • • http://www.gulliverschools.org Campuses: Academy Grades: Nursery - 8 Excellence in education for four decades (Nursery - Grade Eight) Well-rounded and individualized curriculum Science and computer labs Library Teacher tutorials Extensive Fine Arts and Athletics programs After-School Enrichment Program Summer camp Twenty-acre campus Student/teacher ratio: 8:1 City of Coral Gables, 405 Biltmore Way, Coral Gables, FL 33134 • www.coralgables.com 8 • Total Enrollment: 1,035 Gulliver Preparatory School 6575 North Kendall Drive Miami, FL 33156 Tel. (305) 666-7937 Fax (305) 665-3791 Head Master: Mr. Patrick Snay • • • • • • • • • • • • • • http://www.gulliverschools.org Campuses: Preparatory Grades: 9 - 12 1991 U.S. Department of Education School of Excellence International Baccalaureate Program Education in a supportive and disciplined atmosphere College preparatory courses for various ability levels Language courses in Spanish, French, German, Italian, Latin, and a four-year program in Spanish literature and culture Advanced Placement courses in 16 subject areas Learning center for college-bound learning disabled students Number 1 athletic program in Dade County (Class 2A) Extensive student activities program All students matriculate in college Six science laboratories, 5 computer centers, a theater, and an art studio Recognized by the College Board for having the strongest advanced placement (AP) French literature and psychology courses worldwide Student/teacher ratio: 8:1 Total Enrollment: 896 Helen D. Cohen Early Childhood Program of Temple Judea 5500 Granada Boulevard Coral Gables, FL 33146 Tel. (305) 667-9470 Fax (305) 667-0968 Director: Ms. Jill Band • • • • • • • • • • • • Emphasizes growth and development of whole child Nurturing environment Age appropriate activities Parent participation After School program 18 months to four years old Low student/teacher ratio DCF. certified N.A.E.Y.C. Accredited Gold Seal School of Excellence 2002, 2003, 2004 Student/teacher ratio: 7:1 Total Enrollment: 135 http://www.judeagables.org click on “Education” City of Coral Gables, 405 Biltmore Way, Coral Gables, FL 33134 • www.coralgables.com 9 Riviera Day School and Riviera Preparatory School 6800 Nervia Street Coral Gables, FL 33146 Tel. (305) 666-1856 Fax (305) 661-5437 Director: Mr. Lawrence H. Cohen • • • • • • • • • • • • • http://www.rivieraschools.com Grades: Pre-school - 8 Committed to academic excellence -- accredited by A.I.S.F., S.A.C.S., C.I.T.A. Pre-school, Kindergarten, Grades 1 through 8 Before and After-school Care program Door to door transportation available Sports program includes team sports Individualized tutoring available Special courses in art, music, Spanish, computer lab, physical education, and library Summer camp and summer tutorial program available Florida Department of Children and Families- Gold Seal of Excellence Emphasis on technology integration Various after school activities such as gymnastics, dance, music lessons, digital photography, arts and crafts, and a language lab Student/teacher ratio: 13:1 Total Enrollment: 450 Saint Philip's Episcopal School 1142 Coral Way Coral Gables, FL 33134 Tel. (305) 444-6366 Fax (305) 442-0236 Principal: Mr. Jeff Devin • • • • • • • • • www.saintphilips.net Nursery (three year olds) through Grade 6 Accredited by Florida Kindergarten Council (FKC) and Florida Council of Independent Schools (FCIS) Strong developmental curriculum in highly academic atmosphere Small class size providing excellent student/teacher ratio with certified faculty Special classes include: computer lab, science/nature lab, tennis, French, Spanish Tuition: $1,000 to $11,000 yearly Founded 1953 Student/teacher ratio: 7½:1 Total Enrollment: 180 City of Coral Gables, 405 Biltmore Way, Coral Gables, FL 33134 • www.coralgables.com 10 Saint Theresa School 2701 Indian Mound Trail Coral Gables, FL 33134 Tel. (305) 446-1738 Fax (305) 446-2877 Principal: Sister Kathleen Burns • • • • • • • • • • www.stscg.org Grades: Pre-K-8 grade Established in 1925 Roman Catholic parochial school Emphasis on academic excellence and the teaching of Christian principles and morals Computer education 3,500 sq. ft. library with 18,000+ volumes After school program Fully Accredited Outstanding sports and music programs Student/teacher ratio: K - 1: 12.25:1; 2-8: 16.4:1 Total Enrollment: 971 Saint Thomas Episcopal Parish School 5692 North Kendall Drive Coral Gables, FL 33156 Tel. (305) 665-4851 Fax (305) 669-9449 School Head: Ms. Kris Charlton • • • • • • • http://www.stepsmia.org Grades: Pre-Kindergarten - 6 • • • Private Episcopal Parish Day School Morning Chapel Three-year-olds through 6th grade Accredited by Florida Kindergarten Council (KFC), Florida Council of Independent Schools (FCIS) Founded in 1953 Small class size Special classes in Spanish, computers, science, music, ballet, Irish tap, jazz, tap, library, dance, physical education, after-school care, sports and enrichment program, lunch program, art, ceramics,piano, robotics, laptop program, environmental science Summer camp: Performing Arts camp, Academic Camp, Kindercamp, Sports Camp Student/teacher ratio: 20:1 Total Enrollment: 425 City of Coral Gables, 405 Biltmore Way, Coral Gables, FL 33134 • www.coralgables.com