Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted K-8 Education in Fort Lauderdale, FL
St Marks Episcopal School has been dedicated to nurturing the whole childmind, body, and spiritsince 1959. Our mission centers on academic excellence within an Episcopal Ethos, emphasizing spiritual development, cultural diversity, community service, and mutual respect. With a student-teacher ratio of 10:1, we provide personalized education tailored to each child's strengths and learning style. Our 10-acre waterfront campus in Fort Lauderdale features state-of-the-art STEM labs, arts facilities, and athletic fields, supporting a well-rounded education. We cultivate leadership through a K-8 model that fosters growth in academics, arts, and athletics.Over 90% of middle school students participate in athletics, developing teamwork and sportsmanship. Our graduates consistently achieve 98% acceptance into top-choice high schools, with 95% entering honors/AP tracks. The school's commitment to innovation is evident in its evidence-based curriculum, integrating social-emotional learning and global awareness. With 46% of faculty holding advanced degrees, we maintain rigorous academic standards while nurturing individual potential. Our inclusive community celebrates diversity, welcoming families of all backgrounds to a tradition of excellence rooted in Christian values.
Services
Preschool Programs
Lower School Education
Middle School Curriculum
Athletics Programs
Fine Arts Education
Summer Camp
After School Care
Dining Services
Transportation Services
College Placement
Details
- Year established: 1959
Highlights and features
- We offer a personalized curriculum meeting each child's unique needs through differentiated instruction
- Our faculty includes 46% with Master's degrees or higher ensuring academic excellence
- 90% athletics participation rate fostering teamwork, leadership, and school spirit
- 98% graduate acceptance rate to top-choice high schools with 95% honors/AP track placement
- 10-acre waterfront campus featuring STEM labs, arts facilities, and athletic fields
Services
Preschool Programs
Our preschool program (PK1-PK4) provides a nurturing environment where children develop foundational academic and social skills. With lead teachers and assistants in every classroom, we use a blended curriculum combining traditional academics with modified Montessori methods. Students engage in music, physical education, Spanish immersion, and sensory-based learning activities that promote holistic development through play and structured instruction.
Lower School Education
Grades PK-5 receive individualized instruction focusing on core academic competencies while developing critical thinking skills. Our evidence-based curriculum incorporates digital citizenship, habitat conservation, and global awareness. Specialized programs include STEM labs, music education, and physical education that emphasizes lifelong fitness habits and cooperative learning in a supportive environment.
Middle School Curriculum
Grades 6-8 benefit from a rigorous college-preparatory program with advanced STEM offerings and 9 years of cumulative S.T.E.M. education. Students prepare for honors/AP tracks with 95% placement success. The K-8 model challenges middle schoolers as academic leaders while maintaining a nurturing environment that supports their social-emotional development through specialized learning difference programs.
Athletics Programs
We offer 28 athletic teams across four seasons, including volleyball, soccer, basketball, tennis, and flag football for grades 3-8. Our inclusive program achieves 90% participation rates, developing character through teamwork, leadership, and sportsmanship. Facilities include multiple fields and courts supporting competitive play in the Independent Athletic League (IAL) with 26 teams annually.
Fine Arts Education
Creative programs cultivate empathy and self-expression through visual arts, music, and drama. Students participate in annual musical productions, art exhibitions, and performance opportunities that build confidence. The curriculum emphasizes cultural appreciation and innovation, preparing students for artistic expression in an evolving world while integrating faith-based perspectives.
People
The Very Rev. Grant Buchanan Wiseman
Rector and Dean
Spiritual leader guiding the school's Episcopal Ethos, integrating faith-based values with academic excellence while fostering interfaith understanding and community service initiatives.
Laura Minor
Director of Admissions
Manages admissions process and family outreach, ensuring personalized support for prospective families while maintaining the school's commitment to inclusive education.
Cole Hoppe
Athletic Director
Oversees 26 annual sports teams and 90% participation athletics program, promoting character development through competitive sports in the Independent Athletic League (IAL).
Questions
What grades does Saint Mark's Episcopal School serve?
We serve students from Preschool (PK1) through 8th grade in our K-8 educational model.
Is Saint Mark's a religious school?
We are an Episcopal school integrating Christian values with academic excellence, while welcoming families of all faiths in a religiously-inclusive community.
What are the school's academic credentials?
98% of graduates gain acceptance to top-choice high schools with 95% entering honors/AP tracks, supported by a 10:1 student-teacher ratio and 46% faculty with advanced degrees.
What extracurricular programs are available?
We offer 28 athletic teams, performing arts programs, STEM labs, and after-school enrichment activities across our 10-acre waterfront campus.
How does the school support different learning styles?
Our personalized, evidence-based curriculum includes differentiated instruction and learning difference programs tailored to individual student needs.
What is the school's location?
We're located at 1750 E Oakland Park Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334 on a 10-acre waterfront campus near downtown.
