Creative Learning Academy

Creative Learning Academy Creative Learning Academy is an accredited, independent school serving students from 3 yrs old - 8th

Creative Learning Academy is Pensacola’s premier preparatory school for preschool through 8th grade students. CLA provides a rigorous and challenging educational experience that goes beyond the usual definitions of academic excellence, empowering students to become confident lifelong achievers. CLA students develop the critical thinking, creative problem-solving, and self-motivation that distinguish our graduates and inspire them to excel in IB and advanced placement programs in high school and beyond. Accredited by: FCIS & Cognia (SACS-CASI)

History:
Creative Learning Academy was established in 1972 as the Montessori Learning Academy at Temple Beth El. In 1975, the school’s name was changed to Creative Learning Center and in 1978 CLC moved to the facility on Hyde Park Road. By1980, the school included grades Preprimary through 8th grades, and by 1983 the Florida Council of Independent Schools and the Florida Kindergarten Council granted accreditation to CLC. In 2003, the Creative Learning Center became Creative Learning Academy.

Spirit days are back! We kicked off the week with a CLA Spirit Day, showing off our new school shirts for the year. 💛💙
09/03/2026

Spirit days are back! We kicked off the week with a CLA Spirit Day, showing off our new school shirts for the year. 💛💙

Please join us in welcoming Piper to CLA! Piper is excited to get to know all of her classmates and teachers. She also h...
08/16/2026

Please join us in welcoming Piper to CLA! Piper is excited to get to know all of her classmates and teachers. She also hopes to participate in the art and music programs. We’re excited to have you in the 5th grade class this year!

And just like that, a new school year is underway! Welcome back, Dragons—we're so glad you're here!
08/15/2026

And just like that, a new school year is underway! Welcome back, Dragons—we're so glad you're here!

Good morning, Class of 2027! Our 8th graders started their final year at CLA with the annual sunrise tradition, spending...
08/14/2026

Good morning, Class of 2027! Our 8th graders started their final year at CLA with the annual sunrise tradition, spending the morning together before the rest of campus arrived. A special start to a memorable year!

08/13/2026

Tomorrow’s the day! Before you head to school tomorrow, take a few minutes to watch a few friendly (and entertaining) reminders to help arrival and dismissal run as smoothly as possible. See you tomorrow! 🍎

Creative Learning Academy is seeking to hire energetic and committed staff for our 2026-27 after school program to coord...
08/12/2026

Creative Learning Academy is seeking to hire energetic and committed staff for our 2026-27 after school program to coordinate and implement age-appropriate activities for students.

Please email resumes to [email protected]

Our series continues as we celebrate Landon joining our Preprimary program! He can't wait to meet new friends and mayb...
08/12/2026

Our series continues as we celebrate Landon joining our Preprimary program! He can't wait to meet new friends and maybe learn about rocket ships at school. Landon will be joining his older sister Jade (rising 1st). Welcome to the lair!

Only 2 days to go! The CLA faculty and staff are ready to kick off a the school year. We’ll see everyone tomorrow at ori...
08/11/2026

Only 2 days to go! The CLA faculty and staff are ready to kick off a the school year. We’ll see everyone tomorrow at orientation! 💙💛

Joining us this year is Madison, who is starting in the Kindergarten class. She enjoys dancing, exploring new places, an...
08/11/2026

Joining us this year is Madison, who is starting in the Kindergarten class. She enjoys dancing, exploring new places, and creating games for she and her brother to play. We’re so glad you’re here!

3 days remaining! School is almost back, and so is Dragon athletics. We can’t wait to cheer on our teams this season! 🤩
08/10/2026

3 days remaining! School is almost back, and so is Dragon athletics. We can’t wait to cheer on our teams this season! 🤩

Address

3151 Hyde Park Road
Pensacola, FL
32503

Opening Hours

Monday 7:20am - 3:30pm
Tuesday 7:20am - 3:30pm
Wednesday 7:20am - 3:30pm
Thursday 7:20am - 3:30pm
Friday 7:20am - 3:30pm

Telephone

+18504321768

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