Business Details
Bilingual Private School in Miami, FL
Highpoint Academy is a private bilingual school dedicated to nurturing students from toddlers to 8th grade through a fully accredited curriculum. Our mission emphasizes academic excellence, character development, and bilingual proficiency, supported by small class sizes and individualized learning approaches. We integrate technology, hands-on education, and cultural awareness to foster leadership, creativity, and ethical values. With two campuses, we cater to both general and special needs students, offering tailored programs for children with learning differences.Recognized as a top educational institution in Miami-Dade, we prioritize parental engagement and maintain a family-oriented environment. Our faculty, many with decades of tenure, employ evidence-based teaching methods aligned with Howard Gardner's Multiple Intelligence Theory. We emphasize healthy lifestyles, arts education, and athletic programs to develop well-rounded individuals prepared for future challenges.
Services
Bilingual Education
Special Needs Programs
Character Development
Technology Integration
Athletic Programs
Preschool Curriculum
Middle School Courses
Scholarship Programs
Parent Engagement
Organic Garden Education
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized learning with small student-teacher ratios
- Our bilingual curriculum develops Spanish proficiency and cultural awareness
- Specialized programs for children with learning differences available
- Award-winning faculty with decades of institutional experience
- Integrated technology and hands-on learning enhance academic achievement
What people say
Award-winning faculty
Personalized attention
Strong bilingual program
Supportive environment
Effective special needs support
Services
Bilingual Education
Our comprehensive bilingual curriculum requires Spanish instruction from kindergarten through 8th grade. Students develop reading, writing, and speaking proficiency while learning about Hispanic cultures through annual heritage celebrations and immersive activities. The program prepares students for global citizenship through language mastery and cultural understanding.
Special Needs Programs
The Coral Way Campus provides specialized education for students with ADHD, learning deficits, and high-functioning autism. Our individualized programs use adapted teaching methods, customized schedules, and one-on-one therapy sessions to improve cognitive skills, organizational abilities, and self-esteem through evidence-based interventions.
Character Development
Our Character Education program integrates core values like responsibility, respect, and integrity into daily learning. Monthly themes cover trustworthiness, citizenship, and fairness, with lessons reinforced through social studies curriculum and teacher modeling to develop ethical decision-making skills and positive character traits.
Technology Integration
Students use iPads and educational software for interactive learning across subjects. Our technology-enhanced curriculum includes digital textbooks, math programs like Ten Marks, and creative tools like iMovie. This approach develops digital literacy while supporting personalized learning through platforms like Showbie for homework and assessments.
Athletic Programs
Our athletic programs emphasize teamwork, sportsmanship, and healthy lifestyles. Students participate in competitive and intramural sports year-round, learning game rules and strategies from experienced coaches. The program builds physical skills while fostering self-esteem and cooperative values through structured team activities.
People
Dr. Gigi De Villiers
Program Director
Dr. Gigi De Villiers leads the Coral Way Campus with expertise in special education. She develops individualized learning plans and oversees clinical interventions for students with learning differences. Her approach combines research-based methods with compassionate support to maximize student potential.
Luis De Villiers
Dean of Students
Luis De Villiers serves as Dean of Students at the Coral Way Campus. He manages academic assessments and coordinates specialized programs for children with learning challenges. With extensive experience in educational administration, he ensures personalized support for student success.
Questions
What grade levels does Highpoint Academy serve?
We educate students from 2-year-old toddlers through 8th grade across our two campuses in Miami.
Do you offer programs for children with learning differences?
Yes, our Coral Way Campus specializes in supporting students with ADHD, learning deficits, and high-functioning autism through individualized programs.
What accreditation does Highpoint Academy hold?
We are a fully accredited private school with recognition for educational excellence in multiple categories.
How does the admissions process work?
The process includes a campus tour, academic assessment, and review of previous school records to determine if we can meet the child's needs.
What special programs distinguish Highpoint Academy?
Our unique offerings include bilingual education, character development curriculum, technology integration, and specialized support for learning differences.
What are the school hours?
Our operating hours are from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with before and after care included in tuition.
Reviews (1)
Marlene Smith
Mar 18, 2021
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My son is in kindergarten. He has an IEP for speech. I have been so pleased with the care the teachers put into making sure his needs are met along with every other student. I couldn't be happier to be apart of an amazing school!
