Palmetto Bay AcademyPalmetto Bay Academy
From Potential to Success

Where unique
learners thrive

Palmetto Bay Academy is a strengths-based Miami school for gifted, twice-exceptional and unique learners — nearly 25 years of rigorous, personalized academics in a supportive, nurturing community.

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2000Serving Miami families since
6–12The Academy · plus primary
2eGifted & twice-exceptional focus
CogniaAccredited college prep
Welcome

Nearly 25 years of seeing every student

Founded in 2000, PBA is the premier Miami-area non-traditional school — built on a simple, powerful belief: all students can succeed when they are treated as individuals.

We offer the experiences students love about traditional school in a socially and emotionally supportive setting — rigorous academics, whole-student wellness, and truly personalized pathways. A true alternative to the traditional model, from potential to success.

Cognia / AdvancED / SACS
Independent Schools of South Florida
Learning Support Association of South Florida
Collaborative learning at Palmetto Bay Academy
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Years serving unique learners
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C’s at our core
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Personalized pathways
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Students — small & personal
Academics

The Academy — grades 6–12

Every level of instruction, from Remedial to Honors, AP and Dual-Enrollment. Mastery instruction guides our methodology, and every pathway is individualized.

Hands-on, project-based learning
8:30–2:45School day, Mon–Fri
UntimedAssessments that reduce pressure
24-creditCollege Prep Diploma
Self-pacedRecover credits or accelerate
DiagnosticEnglish & Math placement
MasteryShown in multiple formats
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Student Life

The 4 C’s run through everything

Beyond academics, PBA develops the whole student — through communication, collaboration, contribution and critical thinking, and a genuinely supportive community.

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CommunicationVoice, listening & self-advocacy
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CollaborationLearning with & from peers
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ContributionGiving back to community
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Critical ThinkingCuriosity & problem-solving

A place students love to be

From spirit weeks to hands-on projects and time outdoors, PBA is a community where students feel seen, supported and inspired — with whole-student wellness woven through the day, and social-connection support through PEERS@PBA.

Whole-student wellness
PEERS@PBA connection
Spirit and community at PBA
Outcomes

From potential to success

Every year, our students do just that. An accredited education that opens real doors.

Accredited diploma

Cognia/SACS-accredited College Preparatory (24-credit) & General diplomas — recognized by colleges.

College acceptances

PBA graduates earn acceptances at universities and colleges across the country.

Bright Futures

Many of our students qualify for Florida’s Bright Futures Scholarships.

Everyday campus life

Thank you all for helping me to believe in myself, for guiding me, and for making me love school again.

— PBA Student
Admission

How to join PBA

A personal, get-to-know-your-learner process — not a test score.

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Gather records & inquire

A transcript, a Florida health exam & immunizations, and any testing, IEPs or evaluations.

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Meet the Head of School

An initial meeting to understand your learner and their strengths.

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Diagnostic testing

Short diagnostics in English & Math for accurate course placement.

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Offer of enrollment

After the meetings, an offer of enrollment may be extended.

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Summer orientation

New students are encouraged to join summer orientation before their first year.

Scholarships accepted

PBA accepts Florida school-choice scholarships:

FES-UAFES-EOFTCHope ScholarshipBright Futures

These programs do not cover the full cost of enrollment; a small number of school-based scholarships are also available. Please contact us for current tuition & fees.

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Find your child’s place

See how the PBA Way can make all the difference in your student’s life.

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