Academics
Lower School
The Lower School’s superior academics are enhanced by unique programs that promote crucial growth and development of our youngest students. Our academically and intellectually rigorous curriculum emphasizes the mastery of essential skills through collaborative inquiry and customized learning environments.
The core curriculum of language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies is enhanced with the seven Specials that provide innovative approaches to problem-solving through age-appropriate instruction.
ODA’s culture of innovation is balanced with rich traditions designed to teach critical thinking, collaboration, communication and creativity. Our educational approach lays the foundation for lifelong learning from curious students who seek to understand the world around them.
See what's happening in the Lower School
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ODA Reading Scores on the Rise
Over the last four years, Lower School teachers have worked alongside our Lower School Literacy Specialist, Mrs. Brittany Mann, to develop an individualized reading assessment that is unique to Out-of-Door. ODA students have shown an impressive average increase in reading comprehension of one full year over just a five-month period, reflecting the quality and strength of our early childhood literacy program.Click to Learn More -
Seven Tampa Bay K-12 Schools Among Best in the Nation
The Out-of-Door Academy is in the top tier of K-12 schools nationwide.Click to Learn More -
ODA Students Spread Hope to Homeless
Service–one of the five core values at Out-of-Door–is integral to the foundation of our School’s commitment to community. This month, ODA partnered with the national nonprofit organization Blankets of Hope (BoH) in a schoolwide service learning initiative to demonstrate kindness, empathy, and hope to the homeless population in Sarasota through the donation of 875 blankets to our local community.Click to Learn More -
Celebrating 30 Years of Dedicated Service
In January, Head of School David Mahler recognized two members of the ODA faculty and staff for their service and commitment to Out-of-Door. This week features our second honoree, Mrs. Renee Pitts, marking her amazing 30 years of service!Click to Learn More -
Real World Learning about Government
ODA's fifth graders have been studying the formation and function of the U.S. government. Students learned how each of the three branches of government work in a system of checks and balances. Simulations and guest visitors have strengthened their understanding of this important material.Click to Learn More
View the Lower School Curriculum
The "Four Cs": creativity, communication, collaboration and critical thinking provide the foundation for our early childhood program.
The Out-of-Door Academy
LOWER SCHOOL | Historic Siesta Key Campus | Pre-K – Grade 5
444 Reid Street, Sarasota, FL 34242 | 941-349-3223 | Fax: 941-349-8133
444 Reid Street, Sarasota, FL 34242 | 941-349-3223 | Fax: 941-349-8133
MIDDLE & UPPER SCHOOLS | Uihlein Campus in Lakewood Ranch | Grades 6 – 8 | Grades 9 – 12
5950 Deer Drive, Sarasota, FL 34240 | 941-349-3224 | Fax: 941-907-1251
The Out-of-Door Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, physical ability, color, religion, sex, age, gender, sexual orientation, or national origin.
The Out-of-Door Academy is an equal opportunity employer.
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© 2021 The Out-of-Door Academy