Elementary School in West Palm Beach, FL
TFS Elementary
A Personalized Elementary Education That Builds Strong Academic Foundations
The elementary years play an important role in every child’s educational journey. At The Foundations School, students in Kindergarten through Grade 5 learn in a supportive environment where academic achievement, creativity, and social-emotional growth are intentionally developed every day.
As a registered private school operated by the Center for Creative Education (CCE), The Foundations School combines evidence-based instruction, the Science of Reading, arts integration, project-based learning, continuous assessment, and personalized support to help students achieve grade-level proficiency while nurturing the whole child.
With small class sizes, experienced educators, and an 11-month instructional model (207 school days), students receive the individualized attention, time, and support they need to thrive academically, socially, and personally.
Elementary Program Highlights:
Grades:
Kindergarten through Grade 5
Learning Approach:
Evidence-Based Instruction, Arts Integration & Project-Based Learning
School Year:
11-Month School Model (207 Instructional Days
Registered:
Florida Department of Education (Private School #8208)
Teaching Model:
Teacher and Assistant Teacher in every classroom
Technology:
Integrated into daily instruction
Maximum Class Size:
15 students
Reading Instruction:
Science of Reading
Family Communication:
Parent Portal and student-led conferences
Why Families Choose The Foundations School
Registered Florida Private School
The Foundations School is registered with the Florida Department of Education (Private School #8208) and operates through the Office of Independent Education and Parental Choice.
Small Class Sizes
Each classroom has a maximum of 15 students with both a teacher and an assistant teacher, allowing for individualized attention and personalized instruction.
Arts Integration
Visual arts, music, movement, and creative expression are integrated into daily classroom instruction to enrich learning across academic subjects.
Science of Reading
Instruction Teachers use evidence-based literacy instruction, ongoing assessments, and differentiated learning to support reading development and grade-level proficiency.
Project-Based Learning
Students participate in meaningful learning experiences that encourage collaboration, critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving.
11-Month School Model
Additional instructional days provide more opportunities for academic learning while helping reduce summer learning loss.
Whole-Child Education
Students’ academic, social, emotional, and creative development are supported throughout the school year.
Certified and Experienced Educators
Teachers hold a Florida teaching certificate or Statement of Eligibility and are committed to helping every student succeed.
Technology Integration
Technology is incorporated into classroom learning to support instruction and student engagement.
Global Learning Opportunities
Students in Grades 2–5 participate in Blue Planet Global Education, connecting and collaborating with students from countries around the world.
Strong School and Family Partnership
Parents stay informed through the Parent Portal, report cards, regular communication, and student-led conferences.
How Our Elementary Program Supports Student Learning
Every child learns differently. The Foundations School uses individualized instruction and ongoing assessments to understand each student’s progress and provide learning experiences that meet their needs.
Our instructional approach includes:
Arts-integrated learning
Project-based learning
Science of Reading
Technology integration
Differentiated instruction
Small-group learning
Ongoing academic assessments
Together, these evidence-based practices help students build knowledge, strengthen essential skills, and continue progressing with confidence throughout their elementary years.
What Students Learn
The elementary curriculum is aligned with Florida academic standards while providing engaging learning experiences that encourage students to explore, create, and apply what they learn.
Students receive instruction in:
- ● Reading
- ● Writing
- ● Mathematics
- ● Science
- ● Social Studies
- ● Arts Integration
- ● Technology
- ● Social-Emotional Learning
Learning experiences are designed to help students build strong academic foundations while encouraging curiosity, creativity, and collaboration.
Building Strong Readers
Developing reading proficiency is one of the school’s primary goals.
Teachers use the Science of Reading, regular assessments, and differentiated instruction to identify student needs and provide targeted support throughout the school year. This approach helps students strengthen foundational literacy skills while working toward grade-level reading proficiency.
Supporting the Whole Child
The Foundations School recognizes that student success includes both academic achievement and personal development.
Social-emotional learning is incorporated into the school day through Morning Meetings, Responsive Classroom practices, and the PATHS curriculum. Students develop skills such as self-awareness, relationship building, responsible decision-making, and emotional understanding while learning in a supportive classroom environment.
Partnering With Families
The Foundations School values strong partnerships with families throughout a student’s educational journey.
Parents have access to the Parent Portal, where they can monitor grades, attendance, assignments, and classroom information. Families also participate in student-led conferences and receive regular communication about their child’s progress.
Working together helps create a supportive learning experience for every student.
Begin Your Child’s Elementary Journey
If you’re looking for a private elementary school in West Palm Beach that combines academic excellence with creativity, personalized instruction, and whole-child development, The Foundations School offers an educational experience designed to help every child thrive.
Schedule a tour today to discover how our elementary program helps students build the foundation for future success.