South Pointe Elementary School

South Pointe is Not a great school.If having teachers be overwelhemled with to many students and stressing the child with ridiculous amounts of HW and also teaching children that it is accepted to tattle tale on one another exc. means its a great school well then I strongly suggest homeschooling instead. Worst school I've ever had my child in. The office woman are the rudest group of people who have no personality and are very unwelcoming , I recommend just going into the office and see their friendly apporches as they continue to "work" as you stand there.
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My son goes to this school and while it is a great school, it is also OVERCROWDED because there are so many children attending that are not in the school district. The school needs to weed these children out. My sons class is a double class with 34 children and 2 teachers. The school capacity is just over 400 students and the enrollment is over 600 students.
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It is with great pride that I as a parent write this review. My daughter is heading to middle school next year and I feel accomplished of having provided a safe and enriched school in many areas. South Pointe offers the students human and society values through the IB program, the Art and Music classes add to the individual education of each student, these teachers work hand in hand with the curriculum, and the academic preparation each student receives is very closely monitored by administration, making sure each student is reaching their maximum potential. Everyone in the school works together with only one goal in mind, the benefit and well-being of each and every student. The students at South Pointe are very happy children. I feel blessed to have had my child attend her elementary years at South Pointe, and even happier to see her enjoy her school, teachers and the process of learning so much!
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South Pointe is an amazing Elementary school with very involved parents, progrssive teachers and a very helpful administration. The additional of the IB program has brought an extra touch to the curriculum, adding a sense of morality and international mindfulness. They have an organic edible garden that is a great teaching and learning tool for the students to learn about healthier choices.
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The best school my sons went to in Miami Beach. Teachers are warm, caring and the Principal has a open door policy which is very rare. As parent, I witness how students worked in a peaceful environment which gave them a sense of pride and joy. South Pointe has been an A school for many, many years as a result of excellent administrators, teachers and supporting staff. If I had to make a choice again for my grandchildren, I would choose South Pointe without hesitation. It will be my number one choice.
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I personally recommend South Pointe, because it is a great school, with great teachers, great curriculum, great administration, safe enviroment for the students, the principal has an open door for all parents and students.
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The school is overcrowded because about 30%-40% of the students are in the gifted program and most of the students in the gifted classes do not live in the school boundary. The administration is aware that they do not live in the boundary area, but they are allowed to attend the school and overcrowd it. The admnistration only enforces the boundary rules for students who are not in the gifted classes. Many of the students live in the Morningside, Midtown and Bay Harbor area, yet they are allowed to attend the school, completely against the district rules. A better sense of "community" would be established if students who actually live in the "community" attended the school.
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Go South Pointe !! I have three children at this school. I could not be happier. The classes are small and the teachers are wonderful. They really get to know your kids and all of their needs. Since the school is on the smaller size, it has a family atmosphere. The PTA and FOSPE are great. The office and administrators are approachable and easy to talk to. I really feel like I am heard and that my opinion really counts with everyone there. Most important though is that my children are learning and are really happy. What else can a parent ask for .
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I love South Pointe! It is a unique school that gives your children a nice sense of community. The people working there are amazing, always trying their best and the volunteers are very friendly. Parent Involment a plus! I couldn't ask for anything to be changed. Thank you Sount Pointe!!!
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We LOVE SPE! There are a few large classes, but b'c of the parent's vigorous fundraising to benefit ALL students in the school, the lg. classes have 2 teachers. My child has never been in a class over 20 students. I do tons of volunteer work in the school and have been in most classrooms. I vouch that all of the teachers are wonderful, committed, engaged, smart and loving. They all seem committed to the school and make it feel like a tight, neighborhood community. The principle is dynamic, smart, fully committed in the school and employs the BEST teachers. We love it here and our child's academics are outstanding and challenging. HW, enrichment and PTA are A++
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my kids and I love this school. The teachers are so dynamic and enthusiastic that the kids actually love learning. The school also has an incredible afterschool program. So I don't have to drive my children to gymnastics or basketball. We are so lucky to have such a school in our backyard. I find that it is more challenging acedemically than any private school. go south pointe!
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South Pointe is the best kept secret. I took tours at both public and private schools before choosing to place both of my kids at South Pointe. They are receiving an excellent education while also learning core values. The administration, teachers and PTA are what makes this school a true gem. I know I made the best decision when I chose this school for my kids.
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Great school because it has all the programs our kids need. Its Principal and staff are highly involved, committed and accessible; always supervising everything going on around the school. All teachers are well prepared, loving and caring. PTA working hard all the time. I did search and visited this school before moving to the area and we can't be more satisfied. My kids have been attending SPE for three years now, it's impressive how much they have learn, not only as students but as human beings they have learnt important values like caring, thinker, balance, risk taker and other concepts, part of the IB program, they practice every day. After school care and enrichment program well organized. I wish South Pointe Elementary were a K-8 school.
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My two boys go to this amazing school and I can assure you that it is the best school that there is in Miami Beach! I can't wait for my little girl to be big enough to attend :) All the teachers are excellent! They are really involved in the children's education, they go an extra mile for them and that really needs to be rewarded!! I believe the principal is strong and really knows what she is doing, great leadership! I hope this helps other parents looking for schools. I highly recommend it!!
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I love the school! Great sense of community, teachers are loving and caring. I'm so gald I chose this school for my kids!!
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That's add,that only few reviews are posted some goes back to 2003.Looks like all negative reviews are not posted and those are more than enough.Very unsatisfactory school, small classes maybe better,but you would have to know someone to get your child in.Other classes very crowded.Hard to believe,that they are so many children in south point district,where are they coming from? What part of Miami? And of course teachers and principal don't care.

I wrote review and was probably not very much to your likeing,so you ignore it and didn't post it.I am going to make complain to board of education.

dear sir we are mouving from italy to miami for one year, we need to find a primary school for my two children 10 and 9 years old, in miami beach. Can you give us information about that thanks Laura Zoli
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This school has a good education level,but you must ask you why ? why this public is better than all the others on the beach! I am a mother of a child who was in kindergarten this year my child wasn t happy and always found homeworks : too easy .He is born after the 01of sept! just to remind you mothers,that a child born after this date,won t be admit in his "age class" and that is the point. This school respect the law very seriously.That means that the school is A+ and better(as the reviews said) not because of the excellent education but because of those kids who are advanced . A mature kid won t change to 1st grade , because of his date of birth!!!!?? This is unfair, don t you think ? A child must have the education he really needs and this the main role of the school!!! South pointe principal and teachers must stop hidding the truth. This School thinks more about the reputation than education... My child went in another school he is happy and the homeworks are more adapted for him !!! thank you to you mother who read this and please advice others moms about this........
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We moved here on purpose for our children to attend South Pointe. It is like a small private school. It has been the best choice we have ever made. Some of the things the "reviewers" say are true. There are many out of district families, but they love the school and all the children with a passion I have rarely seen. The class sizes are NOT out of control. The administration has gone to great lengths to make sure the state standards are met. The larger classes have 2 full time teachers. Many classes this year have 18-20 students that is the TRUTH. I feel welcomed and even appreciated by teachers and staff and feel like we are a big family. The parents and teachers here are amazing, hard-working people who give time and money to make the school better. it is not perfect, but it is the BEST in Miami.
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