Blooming Scholar at Southern Fresh Academy

Explore what we offer

We envision a dynamic learning community where education extends beyond classroom walls.

Rooted in nature and real-world application, scholars grow into confident, resilient, emotionally intelligent leaders who think critically, solve problems creatively, and take responsibility for their lifelong learning.

Who we are

We cultivate curious, capable, and compassionate learners through immersive, farm-based education. Literacy, math, science, and social studies are integrated into meaningful, hands-on experiences that connect learning to the natural world. Through intentional SEL integration, scholars develop self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, responsible decision-making, and conflict resolution skills. We empower all learning styles through hands-on activities, STEM, art, oral presentations, movement, and outdoor exploration in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Blooming Scholars at Southern Fresh Academy has certified, specialized teachers on staff ready to provide your scholar with individualized learning in a small setting (max 20 students with two teachers).

Our campus is located on the beautiful Southern Fresh Farms in Fort Myers focused on:

  • Agricultural education and experiential learning

  • Urban and agritourism farming models

  • Research and data collection related to food systems

  • Community-based programming and events

  • Partnerships with academic institutions, nonprofits, and public agencies

  • Daily outdoor time

  • Nature Based Learning

  • Agritourism

  • Farm animal care

  • Multi-sensory stimulation

Program Overview

We are a 3 day on-campus farm hybrid program for K-8th grade from August through May.

M-W Kinder-4th Grade

W-F 5th-8th Grade

Wednesdays are collaborative overlap days to focus on project based learning across ages.

On the hybrid days, your scholars will have access to take home materials, online curriculums or you have the autonomy to focus on other programs of your choice.

Program Hours: 9:00am-2:00pm

Before and After Care Available at 8:00am and until 3:30pm

Daily Schedule (Core Days: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri)

9:00 – Community Building Circle (SEL & Classroom Culture)

9:20 – Literacy Rotations (Independent, Technology-Based, Direct Instruction)

10:20 – Nature Exploration / Art / Farm Chores

11:00 – Lunch

11:30 – Outdoor Free Play

12:00 – Math Rotations (Independent, Technology-Based, Direct Instruction)

1:00 – Session Project-Based Creative Research

1:30 – Pack Up / Outdoor Time

1:50 – Dismissal

Collaborative Schedule (Wed)

Whole Group Cooperative Learning Project

Integrated Science OR Optional Enrichment Program

Cross-Age Collaboration & Leadership Opportunities

We run on 6-week Educational Sessions Including:

About Me (Wellness, Goal Setting, Habits, Personality Strengths, Emotional Awareness)

Life Skills & Entrepreneurship

Marine Biology

Leadership, Critical Thinking & Problem Solving

STEM Exploration

Creative & Expression (Writing, Podcasting, Music, Theatre, Media)

Cultural & Global Themes

All sessions integrate problem-solving, critical-thinking, responsibility, and varied learning modalities. Throughout each session, your scholar will participate in the session theme while integrating ELA, Writing and Math with a certified teacher.

Tuition and Fees

3 day program: $1000 monthly Step Up Provider or Self Pay due on the 1st of the month

$100 Registration Fee

Includes: access to chromebook during the school day, classroom materials, at home resources, online educational platform access, field trip costs

Optional Services for an Additional Fee:

$75 weekly fee for before/after care service

guest teacher 6 week enrichment program (every Wed) $120 may vary based on session

tutoring services $60 p/hr

food truck lunch $8 (cheeseburger, hamburger, chicken tenders)