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Gulliver is a superior college preparatory school devoted to educational excellence, where students are inspired and challenged to reach their fullest potential. At Gulliver, character development is as important as academic achievement, and we integrate community values into daily instruction. Our rigorous curriculum, cutting-edge facilities, and nurturing faculty place students at the center of learning, so they are successful in the classroom, at college, and throughout their careers. Gulliver is a co-educational private college preparatory day school with a reputation for excellence that spans the nation and worldwide. Located in Miami, Florida, the school enrolls more than 2,200 students in Grades PreK3-12 on four campuses. Gulliver focuses on a traditional academic curriculum, supplemented by a wide variety of electives. Small class sizes and student-centered learning enable faculty to meet individual needs. Our rigorous academics and countless extra-curricular opportunities prepare students for future success, and 100 percent of our graduating seniors go on to college. Gulliver strives to ensure students are prepared for their future by providing access to advanced resources and innovative technology that support 21st-century learning. Student-centered instruction and interactive, hands-on coursework encourage students to answer and ask critical questions about and provide solutions to the complex problems of today…and tomorrow. Gulliver provides all students the opportunity to realize their leadership potential. We help them understand accountability and cultural competency and instill in them a strong sense of self. Our character-based curriculum prepares Gulliver students to become global citizens, embodying the 4Cs – critical thinking, communication, creativity, and collaboration – essential to facing the complex issues of our rapidly changing world. Gulliver ensures that each student reaches his/her unique potential by providing a personalized and engaging educational experience. Our community of dedicated teachers promote mastery of academic material and nurture innate abilities and talents. Gulliver students are inspired to remain lifelong learners, live with integrity and responsibility, and make positive contributions to their communities. Gulliver offers a wide variety of curricular and co-curricular experiences that require active participation and personal commitment, extending learning beyond the traditional classroom lessons. Gulliver students may select from signature programs and innovative coursework that enable them to explore their interests further. Our holistic approach supports a well-rounded education that encourages excellence and champions the "entrepreneurial spirit." Our Core Principles and Strategies Provide a superior, personalized, character-based, entrepreneurial, educational experience in preparation for college and life beyond school Focus on our community values Be a "school of the future," with access to advanced resources, innovative technology, and student-centered instruction geared to 21st-century learning Nurture the skills of communication, collaboration, critical thinking, creativity, and cultural competence in all students A Gulliver education combines the best of the traditional college preparatory curriculum with 21st-century teaching and learning approaches. From PreK through Senior year, Gulliver students learn to be informed, engaged, and critically perceptive. The core subjects of English, math, science, social sciences, and modern languages, coupled with a focus on student-centered instruction within a high-tech environment, prepares students for the world beyond the classroom. Extensive enrichment and elective courses complete a comprehensive curriculum that aligns with the Gulliver mission of educating the whole child. Small classes enable teachers to meet students' individual needs, and expansive course offerings nurture and challenge students. Opportunities to build upon foundational learning are abundant students can choose from myriad signature programs, including engineering, biomedical sciences, international business, architecture, and marine sciences field studies, as well as honors, AP, IB courses. Gulliver prepares students with the skills and knowledge to become inspired leaders. When students are at the center of learning, curiosities are piqued, minds flourish, and character is developed. This is Gulliver. And this has been our philosophy since our school was established nearly a century ago. Gulliver comprises a community of students, administrators, faculty, and staff committed to lifelong learning. We are a community rooted in tradition and embraces the latest technology, all to help all students achieve the highest levels of academic and personal success. What continues to distinguish Gulliver is our rigorous and varied curriculum that is combined with personalized instruction. Students have endless opportunities to challenge themselves, whether in arts, clubs, athletics, or extra-curricular activities. Character development is woven throughout the Gulliver educational experience to possess respect, tolerance, and responsibility. In short, our holistic approach to education means we nurture each child, so they reach their fullest potential. Our programs allow students to broaden their horizons and explore interests through hands-on, real-world applications. We provide students with the tools and skills to learn to think critically and solve problems so that they thrive both in their careers and in our complex world, regardless of the path they choose to pursue. At Gulliver, self-discovery is as paramount as a stellar education. Students are encouraged to explore, connect, and collaborate. They become inspirational thinkers, catalysts of change, and leaders committed to making the world a better place. Community service, cultural competence, and integrity are hallmarks of the Gulliver journey and are values that guide our students through life. Our academic excellence is enhanced by our school community's philanthropic investment, whose support continues to expand our exceptional programs and the experiences of our students and faculty. Preparatory School (Grades 9-12) Prep Campus or Miller Drive Campus Address: 8000 SW 56 Street, Florida City: Miami Postal Code: 33155 Phone: +1 305 2749535 View full school