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Following are several links that will provide valuable information on the Tampa and surrounding county areas in addition to the information on this page:
Locate your Tampa Bay area school: Hillsborough | Pinellas | Pasco | Polk
Tampa’s other surrounding counties; Hernando and Manatee are unfortunately unequipped with the “School Locator” program. Please contact your Florida Homes Realty Professional to locate specific schools in these counties.
Florida public schools are given a letter grade (A – F) by the state each year. As the school’s grade is based solely on FCAT scores (Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test), we recommend visiting a school before you make your final decision.
Finding your Perfect Tampa Bay Area School
Finding the perfect school for your child can be a daunting task but the Tampa Bay Area is a great place to start. Tampa has an abundance of choices including both public and private schools for all ages. Following our check list below can be a big help when beginning your search.
Find the broad requirements of your ideal Tampa school:
1. Narrow the search- public, private, or both?
2. Do you require a large school where your child can spend many years or does a smaller environment better suit your needs?
3. Are before/after school programs important or needed?
4. Is the proximity of the school to our future home important?
5. Can you provide transportation or will you require buses/assistance?
6. What special needs does your child have?
7. Consider your child’s academic level and what academic requirements you have as a result?
8. What extracurricular activities are important to you and your child?
9. How important are music and art programs?
10. How important are foreign language programs?
11. Is parental involvement in school decisions and activities?
12. How important is parent-teacher communication?
Prioritize the points that are most important to you. The next step is researching the counties surrounding the Tampa Bay area (Hernando, Hillsborough, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk) and decide where the best schools for you and your family are.