Gulfport Montessori Elementary

Gulfport Montessori Elementary is a school that utilizes the Montessori educational approach, focusing on individualized instruction and hands-on learning. The school's Montessori Academy is a Magnet Schools of America School of Excellence, demonstrating its commitment to academic standards, program growth and diversity, and professional development. The school offers several key programs, including the Montessori Academy magnet program, Title 1, and Gifted programs, providing students with a range of educational opportunities. As a Montessori school, Gulfport Montessori Elementary emphasizes self-directed learning, hands-on activity, and collaborative play, creating a unique and comprehensive educational environment. Gulfport Montessori Elementary also has a uniform policy and offers various resources, such as Meals on Wheels for Kids and Wheels for Kids, and encourages community engagement through its Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) and School Advisory Council (SAC). The school's office hours are Monday to Friday from 8am to 4pm, and student school hours are Monday to Friday from 8:45am to 2:55pm. Gulfport Montessori Elementary is a "school within a school," providing both a Montessori program and a community school, and is part of the Pinellas County Schools district, which offers over 80 Magnet and Fundamental Programs, summer camps, and volunteer opportunities.