First Grade at Tree Top Academy

Imagine a first-grade experience that transforms education from a traditional classroom into a living, breathing adventure. Our Transformative Teaching Approach (TTA), Nature and Community-based Hybrid Program is designed for families who dream of an education that goes beyond textbooks and worksheets.

Learning Comes Alive in Nature’s Classroom

Picture your child discovering the world through immersive experiences in some of South Florida’s most breathtaking natural landscapes, such as Jonathan Dickinson State Park, Riverbend Park, The River Center, and Busch Wildlife Sanctuary.

Each week, students spend 1-3 mornings exploring these incredible environments, fostering curiosity and transforming learning into an exciting journey of discovery. Our carefully crafted curriculum seamlessly blends outdoor exploration with academic excellence, ensuring your child develops a deep connection to the world around them.

First Grade Schedule

Program Hours: 8:15 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily (aftercare offered for an additional fee)

  • Our primary school programs are fully accredited by the Association of Independent Schools of Florida (AISF), The National Council for

    Private School Accreditation, and Cognia.

  • Students will continue their learning adventures on-campus in indoor and outdoor classrooms. Our comprehensive

    program ensures mastery of state standards while nurturing curiosity and wonder. Your child will enjoy enriching specials,

    such as Gardening, Art, Music, Mindfulness, Spanish, and Physical Education.

  • We believe education is a shared journey. Parents are invited to volunteer 1-2 days per month on our field trips, creating a

    unique opportunity to be part of your child's learning experience and strengthen our community bonds.

  • TTA passenger van for off-campus adventures

Financial Support:

-Approved for the following state-funded, private school scholarships which are administered by Step Up For Students:

Family Empowerment Scholarship for Educational Options (FES-EO) and Personal Education Program (PEP) scholarships

-These programs provide approximately $8,000 annual tuition coverage for most families

-All families can apply for the FES-EO or PEP scholarships at stepupforstudents.org.

Additional Fee: $600 per student for field trips and educational materials. Additional fees may apply for special field trips.