COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI ACADEMY

COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI ACADEMY is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the PASCO school district, located in LAND O LAKES, FL with about 326 students offering grade levels from 1st Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 29 teachers, COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI ACADEMY is a public charter school located in Land O' Lakes, Florida, operating under the jurisdiction of the Pasco County School District. As a Montessori-based institution, the school follows the educational philosophy developed by Maria Montessori, which emphasizes self-directed activity, hands-on learning, and collaborative play in specially prepared environments. The curriculum is designed to foster independence, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of learning, allowing students to progress at their own pace within multi-age classrooms.

Because it is a public charter school, COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI ACADEMY provides this specialized pedagogical approach tuition-free while adhering to state educational standards and district policies. The school serves the local Pasco County community by offering an alternative to traditional classroom models, focusing on the holistic development of the child—socially, emotionally, and academically. Families interested in the school’s specific programs, enrollment procedures, or academic calendar can find comprehensive details through the official Pasco County Schools website.

For more information, contact COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI ACADEMY at (813) 996-0991 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.