David Fairchild Elementary School

I'm not sure why some comments are of angry "only get money" approach. This school has very affordable tuition prices along with Step Up scholarships that help cut tuition costs tremendously. There is a capital campaign to build a new multipurpose center. The school is only making it better for the families. The family environment is wonderful and people feel safe.

In Miami, there are few schools like Our International Academy (OIA). They truly stand out for their human approach and commitment to quality education, where family is a top priority. The small class sizes—no more than 18 students per room—allow for personalized attention and a higher standard of education. As part of their curriculum, they include extracurricular classes such as orchestra, performing arts, and sports, which enrich my children’s learning experience.The school uses a project-based learning approach, which makes the lessons interactive, engaging, and structured, ensuring meaningful learning. As a mother of three boys, I particularly appreciate that they don’t assign homework, which allows me to spend quality time with my kids, enjoy their childhood, and create beautiful memories together. Despite not having homework, the academic level is excellent and perfectly aligned with my children’s developmental stages.Another aspect I love is that OIA has a sister school, Bright Bridge Preparatory, which focuses on children with special needs. This has taught my kids a valuable life lesson: understanding and respecting that we are all different. It’s beautiful to see how they’ve developed empathy and acceptance through this connection.Although the school is not close to my home, I happily make the drive knowing it’s the ideal environment for my children to grow, learn, and thrive. OIA is more than a school—it’s a second family and a community I’m proud to be part of.