La Scuola serves 177 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
The student:teacher of La Scuola is 7:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked FL School
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 177 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
La Scuola ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
2006
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Last Day of School
Thu. May 28, 2026
Campus Size
3 acres
Student Body
Total Students
177 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
100%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered
9 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Ceramics ClubChess Club
School Notes
- School Motto: Experiencing Life While Discovering Earth
- School Mascot: Peacocks
- La Scuola is a progressive forest school that welcomes children from young toddlers to 8th grade. Tucked within 3 acres of lush and sprawling forest, our campus is surrounded by mature trees, an abundance of wildlife, and beautiful edible landscapes.
- The nature that surrounds our school is at the heart of our philosophy. At La Scuola, it is our belief that the exploration of the natural world is the richest source of learning.Our progressive school is also heavily inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach. This approach asserts that children are born capable, with innate creativity, and with a sense of wonder that should be nurtured. Our team of educators are facilitators and co-learners, working alongside our students to think deeply about the world, develop theories together, and express ideas through a multitude of "languages" as a way to share knowledge.
- Ultimately, La Scuola blends the principles of the Reggio Emilia approach with our love of nature to create a profound and beautiful learning journey for our students. Through rich and meaningful experiences in nature, the development of ideas and theories with facilitators and peers, and the expression of these ideas through the hundred languages of children, our students develop a lifelong love of learning, an appreciation for the environment, and a profound sense of environmental stewardship along the way.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Does La Scuola offer a summer program?
Yes, La Scuola offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does La Scuola offer?
La Scuola offers 9 interscholastic sports: Ballet, Basketball, Dance, Kayaking, Martial Arts, Sailing, Soccer, Tennis and Volleyball.
What is La Scuola's ranking?
La Scuola ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for La Scuola?
The application deadline for La Scuola is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to La Scuola is Academica International Studies (1.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is The French American School Of Miami (0.4 miles away)
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Quick Facts
The French American School Of Miami
Special Program Emphasis
7701 SW 76 Ave
Miami, FL 33143
(786) 268-1914
Miami, FL 33143
(786) 268-1914
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 264 students Avg. class size: 17 students Tuition listed
St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic School
(Catholic)
7303 Southwest 64th Street
Miami, FL 33143
(305) 661-8591
Miami, FL 33143
(305) 661-8591
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 572 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Academica International Studies
Alternative School
6340 Sunset Dr
Miami, FL 33143
(305) 776-1150
Miami, FL 33143
(305) 776-1150
1 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 332 students
Miami Learning Experience
Special Education School
5651 Sw 82nd Avenue Rd
Miami, FL 33143
(305) 275-5900
Miami, FL 33143
(305) 275-5900
1.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 86 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
9130 S. Dadeland Blvd., Suite 102
Miami, FL 33156
(877) 673-8893
Miami, FL 33156
(877) 673-8893
1.2 miles
Gr: 6-12 Tuition listed
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