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School Reimagined: Nurturing Through Nature, Service, And Meaningful Experience

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Our Programs

Meadowlark Nursery

(Waitlisted) A sweet, gentle, first group experience for students age 3 by May 1st

Owlets Mixed Age Kindergarten

For students age 4 by May 1st for a one year program, 4 by September 1st for a 2 year program

Bluebird Kindergarten

Offering authentic experiences of play and time in nature for ages 5 and 6.

Grades Overview

1st through 8th Grade

First Grade

Age 7

Second Grade

Age 8

Third Grade

The turning point of childhood, age 9

Fourth/Fifth Grade

Ages 10-11

Sixth Grade

Age 12

Seventh / Eighth Grade

Ages 13 and 14

Forest Friday

Our flagship nature program for K-8

Enrollment for Homeschoolers

Part time opportunities for school aged children

Extended Care

For EC and Grades students

Specialty Subjects

Inspiring Children - Head, Heart, and Hands

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About Us

Mangrove School of Sarasota fosters a capacity for self-knowledge that is grounded in a lifelong love of learning. Our inspiring, comprehensive learning environments, trained teachers, and committed, active parents and volunteers, awaken the students’ innate aptitude to be well-versed in practical, artistic, social, and academic skills.

Recognizing each individual as a unique expression of body, mind and spirit, we seek to engage students through a developmentally appropriate curriculum designed to strengthen their intellectual, emotional, and physical abilities, so they may meet new opportunities in a creative and responsible manner.

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🌿 When we give children time to explore, be cur

🌿 When we give children time to explore, be curious, and create, we give them the gift of an unrushed childhood. These moments, free of pressure and filled with wonder, nurture their imagination and deepen their connection to the world around them. Let them play, grow, and discover at their own pace.🌻

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We are grateful to be back but our hearts are with

We are grateful to be back but our hearts are with those devastated by Hurricane Helene❤️‍🩹 both close and far. Hoping for swift relief, safety, and comfort for all.

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The last 3 weeks of September🎵 🎶 🎵 🎶

The last 3 weeks of September🎵 🎶 🎵 🎶

🌿✨ At Mangrove School, we understand that true education goes beyond textbooks. Our nature-based, hands-on approach nurtures the whole child—body, mind, and spirit. When children engage directly with their surroundings, they build resilience, independence, and a "can-do" spirit that prepares them for whatever life brings. 🌱

"Tell me and I forget, teach me and I remember, involve me and I learn." – Benjamin Franklin

By encouraging children to connect with the natural world and engage in meaningful, hands-on projects, we foster not just academic growth, but emotional and social development too. This holistic approach cultivates creativity, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of learning, helping our students become well-rounded individuals who thrive in every aspect of life.💗

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Why do we emphasize rhythm in our early childhood

Why do we emphasize rhythm in our early childhood programs? 🌿

Our days are thoughtfully structured so children know what to expect as they unfold. Without this rhythm, children can feel anxious and overwhelmed, unsure of what’s coming next or what’s expected of them.

By providing a consistent, predictable flow, we help ease transitions, foster connection, and reduce anxiety. Studies show children thrive with these rhythms—feeling more at ease, connected, and grounded.

In today’s busy world, rhythm is a simple yet powerful way to protect our children (and ourselves) from the overwhelm that modern life can bring. It's one thing we can add that actually simplifies our lives🧡

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Just a few moments from the last two weeks!🌞

Just a few moments from the last two weeks!🌞

Our teachers devote themselves to observing their students so carefully and offering teachings and activities to support them in all ways.

Development is not solely academic but physical and emotional, fostering healthy nervous systems, relationships, and more. All needed to create a healthy and balanced life.✨️

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Heading into the weekend!💫 Capping off an exce

Heading into the weekend!💫

Capping off an excellent week this #forestfriday 🌳

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A beautiful morning marking the transition from ea

A beautiful morning marking the transition from early childhood into the next phase of childhood for our rising first graders.

As a school we strive to honor the unfolding of childhood by marking various transitions with rituals that are meaningful for children. Walking under the rainbow silk wafting in the wind, this new beginning is not just exciting, but magical. Receiving a beautiful flower from an older child they look up to is touching and memorable.

We live in a time when everything is readily available at all times..having a ceremony to remind us of where we are and what will come in time and need not be rushed is priceless.

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True devotion💗 Our teachers have been hard at

True devotion💗

Our teachers have been hard at work! The love and care that comes through their preparation is incredibly heartwarming to see. Many thanks to all of our helpers! 🥰

Service is such an essential aspect of our curriculum for many reasons - building the will, kindling the compassion to help others, and fostering collaboration. But most of all it is witnessing love in action!

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Cutest "graffiti" ever! 🥰 #mangrovesarasota #

Cutest "graffiti" ever! 🥰

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Adolescence 🌿 It's hard to grow up, but especia

Adolescence 🌿 It's hard to grow up, but especially these days. Our upper grades program is designed to nourish in all the ways modern society is failing.

Meaningful interdisciplinary curriculum kindles their ability to think deeply and understand the world from a greater perspective. At the same time, the foundation of social- emotional learning permeates all subjects, prompting reflection and discovery.

Over the years, they gain the ultimate freedom, to know who they are and have an inkling of their path and place in the world. Talk about " finishing ahead"🥰

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Growing with the child each step of the way 🌿

Growing with the child each step of the way 🌿

Education should be a journey of discovery. Here we build a strong foundation through the wonder of nature, offering a seamless progression from early exploration to complex systems and abstract learning, all perfectly timed with the child's development.💗

We start back up in September, check our link in bio to learn more about full and part time opportunities .🌊

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Play is the work of the young child ✨️ Throug

Play is the work of the young child ✨️

Through play children grow and develop in a well rounded way, as all of their developmental needs are met. It is truly the most important work they can be doing from 0-7.

This is why our early childhood classes are completely play based, to build a strong foundation from which everything else is built upon.

Join us in nurturing the whole child - body, mind, and spirit💗

We offer both full and part time opportunities in our mixed age kindergartens, which pick back up in September. If you're interested in learning more, check our link in bio for our tours and events🌿

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Just a handful! ☀️ Spending the day, engaged,

Just a handful! ☀️ Spending the day, engaged, mind, body, and heart brings great joy and fulfillment for everyone, which is essential for deep learning! 💛 Come see us if you'd like to learn more!

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Sweet community May day celebration at the beginni

Sweet community May day celebration at the beginning of May kicks off Florida summer each year💗 Intentional moments of connection are such a special part of our community. We tune into nature and honor the seasons in a way that is authentic for where we are and who we are...so yes for us this means an epic beach dance party at sunset💃 Welcome to Florida summer!🌅

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Our annual Earth Day clean up!🌎🌳 Our student

Our annual Earth Day clean up!🌎🌳 Our students put in a good morning of work and collected A LOT of garbage especially along Phillippi Creek. So awesome to see their dedication to this project...everyone can do something!💗✨️

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Happy Earth day! 🌎Helping children create a con

Happy Earth day! 🌎Helping children create a connection to our land and waters, and inspiring a sense of wonder, gratitude, and responsibility for the earth, is the greatest gift we can give our mother and each other, all days of the year...a most lucrative investment.🫶

Look closely to spot one of our tree dwellers🌳

Check the link in bio if you'd like to spend a nature immersion morning with us this Saturday as part of the Suncoast Remake Learning Days, thanks to the generosity of the Patterson Foundation!✨️

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Following the natural cycle of the day, there is a

Following the natural cycle of the day, there is a time for inquisitive focus, a time when we are naturally ready to take in teachings, to inquire, and be curious.

A time when we have endurance to explore widely, and have big surges of concentration, a time when our minds and bodies can be challenged.

Priming ourselves first, through inspiring storytelling and activating motivations provides a space for learning that is energized and dynamic.

Timing is key here...if we are not ready to learn, if we are distracted, uncomfortable, tired, or unmotivated what are we getting done? Nothing. Kids are no different! 💗

If you are ready to immerse yourself in nature check our link in bio for a free nature immersion morning next Saturday, April 27th through the Suncoast Remake Learning Days heads on learning festival💛

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As we move through our days we follow the natural

As we move through our days we follow the natural cycle - the sun rising inspires and motivates us, setting the tone for an energized and aligned experience each day. Children love games, so this is a great place to land after a thoughtful and inspiring time of coming together each morning. We awaken our hearts as we gather, then awaken our bodies through active movement in games, all while connecting deeply to the natural rhythm of the earth. This time is essential, rather than extra, and is enjoyed by kids and adults alike as EVERYONE can use a little play and lightness in their life.🥰

Need a little playfulness in your life? On April 27th we are offering a free nature immersion event oriented to the natural cycle as part of the Suncoast Remake Learning Days, check the link in bio to register!

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Going with the flow of the natural cycle of learni

Going with the flow of the natural cycle of learning brings energized, fulfilled mornings, even Monday mornings.🌞

As guides create an environment that inspires enthusiasm and curiosity, we are then all perfectly prepared to activate our minds and bodies for learning and growing (this goes for children AND adults!)

How do you feel when you are learning or working, yet not fully awake yet? You probably aren't getting much done, and you likely don't feel very excited about what you are doing!

If we want to feel fully alive and empowered, recognizing the energy of the sunrise and starting with inspiration, helps us to greet the day with excitement for this new beginning, and much more invested in what is to come.💛

Are you in need of some inspiration? On April 27th we are offering a free nature immersion event oriented to the natural cycle as part of the Suncoast Remake Learning Days, check the link in bio to register.

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We are so incredibly grateful for the tremendous s

We are so incredibly grateful for the tremendous support we received in #givingchallenge2024 💕 Thank you so much community, families, and friends, near and far for showing up for us today!🙏🙏
We are in awe for humanity overall - over 17 million dollars and matching funds raised in 24 hours for Sarasota area non-profits!!🎉🎊 What an incredible display of generosity - these are not only your small operations, but often heavily volunteer run, and donor funded service based organizations in the area, all in for the greater good of this area and the world.🌠 Thank you @cfsarasota and @thepattersonfoundation for all you do and give to make this possible.🌟 Congratulations to @thebaysarasota, @motemarinelaboratory, and @allfaithsfoodbank all incredible organizations, who led the challenge!
In these crazy times, it is so heartwarming to see donors giving...not only funds, but hope for the future!💗🌱
Overwhelming gratitude to our 3rd round of donors:

Kai Green
Auntie KTRae
Poppy Hirsemann
Chuck Green
Frank Segreti
Christine Stanford
Sahvi"s Grandpa
Heather Feinberg
Vickie Apicella
Aynslee and Blake Odom
John Schroeder
Danielle Duchamp
Robin Russell
Rita Radi
Sahvin Korzenowski
Z+B
Jennifer Badurek
Grandma Jodi
Billie Korzenowski
Caceres family
Faedo Perez Family

And many angel donors!

So many who chose to #betheone 💗 Thank you!!!

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