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Founded in 1924, The Out-of-Door Academy is a friendly and welcoming community serving students in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. An Out-of-Door education is defined by the pursuit of excellence and a commitment to build character through a balanced program of academics, the arts and athletics.

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At ODA, students learn the skills they need for their future by solving real-world problems using design thinking. Upper School students collaborate with universities on engineering tasks facing the world today, while kindergarteners learn the basics of programming and foreign language alongside the crucial foundation of reading, writing and mathematics.
  • Lower School: Pre-Kindergarten - Grade 5 Lower School: Pre-Kindergarten - Grade 5
    Learn how our Lower School, located in picturesque Siesta Key, emphasizes the mastery of essential skills through collaborative inquiry and customized learning environments.
  • Middle School: Grades 6 - 8 Middle School: Grades 6 - 8
    Learn how ODA Middle Schoolers develop the analytical, creative, and communication skills that will serve them throughout their lives.
  • Upper School: Grades 9 - 12 Upper School: Grades 9 - 12 Upper School: Grades 9 - 12
    Learn how our prestigious Upper School program prepares students for highly selective collegiate admission and their future careers. 

The Out-of-Door Academy

LOWER SCHOOL |  Historic Siesta Key Campus  |  Pre-K – Grade 5
444 Reid Street, Sarasota, FL 34242  |  941-349-3223  |  Fax: 941-349-8133

LOWER SCHOOL |  Lower School Campus on Clark Road  |  Pre-K – Grade 1
11011 Clark Rd, Sarasota, FL 34241   |  941-349-3223

MIDDLE & UPPER SCHOOLS  |  Uihlein Campus in Lakewood Ranch  |  Grades 6 – 8 |  Grades 9 – 12
5950 Deer Drive, Sarasota, FL 34240  |  941-349-3223  |  Fax: 941-907-1251
The Out-of-Door Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, physical ability, religion, sex, age, gender, sexual orientation, or national origin.
The Out-of-Door Academy is an equal opportunity employer.

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