Private Schools
Founded in 1974, Lakeside was one of the first private schools in central Pinellas County to offer families a home for students from Kindergarten through grade 12. Our academic program focuses on the fundamental coursework aimed at preparing students for college. Parents bring their students for our quality classrooms, small class sizes, and instruction in a safe, caring Christian environment. In 2004, we began the Learning Solutions programs aimed at providing specific academic solutions not offered by other private schools in Clearwater, Pinellas and Tampa. A portion of our student population, like any private school population, includes students who suffer from learning struggles, learning disabilities, ADD/ADHD, and poor organizational skills.
Many students come to our school to escape teasing and bullying experienced elsewhere or because of a negative life event complicating their ability to focus on their academics. We offer intervention learning solutions aimed at recovery and restoration. Students with learning struggles caused by poor prior learning are given a specific academic plan to recover through a variety of ways and means. Targeted therapy can provide recovery in any academic area. Deficient math skills are reestablished within a step by step program. Weekly resource classes help students with test prep and organizational skill improvement.
Our after-school programs concentrate on finishing homework so that parents and students can enjoy their evenings. After-school tutoring can provide that extra time needed for missed learning to be caught. Resource professionals work with classroom teachers integrating whole school solutions that quickly re-build student’s lack of confidence. Learning disabilities are met with solutions targeting the underlying cause, not the symptoms. A structure of programs and educators work to support each student towards a day when learning success is achieved on their own.
Classes at our private school are taught by accredited, motivated educators employing differentiated instruction methods aimed at meeting the needs of a wide variety of learning styles. All classrooms have electronic whiteboards and computers. Teachers are trained regularly to utilize technology so that learning is delivered in formats that students grasp easily. All curriculums are newer with most having technology and the latest learning methods integrated. No other private school in Clearwater, Pinellas and Tampa integrate so many solutions aimed at meeting the needs of diverse learners. In the process of meeting those needs the quality of education improves for all.
We consistently score in the top three of all Florida ACSI schools in their annual math competition. Most graduates qualify for Florida Bright Futures scholarships with many earning top scholarships with major universities. If you are looking for a private school focused on your whole child in a nurturing Christian environment, contact us now. We offer team sports opportunities starting at grade 5 through varsity levels. Our cheerleaders recently took 1st place in state competition and the high school football team was second in state. The Lakeside Community Chapel Youth Ministry Team is integrated into daily school life with staff on hand for mentoring and counseling. Various ministry opportunities help students establish relationships with others through Wednesday night activities, winter ski-trips, and summer camp outings to the NC Mountains. Parent’s who desire to home-school, find opportunities to enroll their students on a per class basis taking advantage of various social and team sports outlets for their students.
Take an opportunity to explore all that our school has to offer your students now. Satisfied parents are our best advertising and help keep our school programs filled. Call now to find out why we rank as one of the top private schools in Clearwater, Pinellas and Tampa. Small class sizes, fundamental academics, learning solutions, home-school solutions are all available from one of the best kept secrets in Pinellas County. We accept Florida Pride (Step Up for Students) and McKay Scholarships. Our private school strives to meet the financial needs of all parents wishing to enroll their students in a private school with quality education programs. You may call for information at 727-239-7808. Sharon Hamilton is Director of Learning Solutions Programs and Jim Jensen is Administrator.
We provide a quality Christian education to students from throughout Pinellas and Hillsborough counties, including Clearwater, St Pete and Tampa.