All About the Family
Venice provides a robust mix of educational options—from traditional public schools and charters to Montessori, technical, and homeschool pathways. Registration opens in May, and school starts in August, giving you time to choose the path that fits your family best. If you're enrolling in a public school, you can find your assigned (zoned) school by using the Sarasota County Schools interactive zoning map, available at www.sarasotacountyschools.net/schoolzones. Just enter your home address to see which elementary, middle, and high schools your family is zoned for.
Public & Charter Schools
Elementary Schools (PK–5)
Venice Elementary School
150 Miami Ave. E
941-486-2111
Garden Elementary School
700 Center Rd.
941-486-2110
Taylor Ranch Elementary
2500 Taylor Ranch Trail
941-486-2000
Island Village Montessori School (K–8, charter)
2001 Pinebrook Rd.
941-484-4999
Laurel Nokomis School (PK - 8th )
1900 Laurel Rd.
941-486-2971
Middle Schools (6–8)
Venice Middle School
Young Marine Program
1900 Center Rd.
941-486-2100
SKY Academy Venice (charter)
701 Center Rd.
941-244-2626
Pine View School for the Gifted
1 Python Path
941-486-2001
High Schools (9–12)
Venice High School
1 Indian Ave
941-488-6726
Wellen Park High School
10801 Manasota Beach Rd.
(Opening August 2026)
Private & Faith-Based Schools
Epiphany Cathedral School (PK–8):
316 Sarasota Street
941-488-2215
Venice Christian School (PK–12):
1200 Center Rd.
941-496-4411
Daycare & Early Learning Centers
Primrose School at Wellen Park (Infant–Pre-K)
19760 Market Way
941-340-4450
The Treehouse Academy at Lakeside (12 months–5 years)
2401 S Tamiami Trail
941-497-5858
Grace Preschool (Toddlers–VPK)
400 Field Ave E
941-485-4312
Venice YMCA Early Learning Academy
717 Center Rd.
941-492-9622
Afterschool Activity
GTFL Athletics
519 S Tamiami Trail
Attitudes in Dance
647 S Tamiami Trail
Global Institutes Academy
201 Triple Diamond
Sarasota Crew Rowing
343 Palmetto Ave
Alliance Martial Arts
1846 S Tamiami Trail
Gustavo Machado Jui-Jitsu
216 Seaboard Ave.
Venice Vikings Football & Cheer
1001 Pinebrook Rd
Bus Saftey
Yes, You Really Do Have to Stop for the Big Yellow Bus
If you’ve recently moved to Venice and are cruising our sunny streets, there’s one thing you need to know that’s just as important as finding the best beach parking: you’ve got to stop for school buses. No ifs, ands, or maybes.
When that big yellow bus flips on its red lights and swings out that little stop sign arm, you stop—like, full stop. It’s not just the law—it’s also a pretty good idea. Kids are unpredictable (adorable, but unpredictable), and this simple pause could literally save a life.
So what are the rules?
- On a two-lane or multi-lane road without a median, everyone—coming or going—must stop when the bus does.
- If there’s a raised barrier or five feet of unpaved median, only the traffic behind the bus stops. Oncoming cars can proceed carefully (but seriously, be extra kind and cautious).
Why the big deal?
Florida doesn’t play around when it comes to school bus safety—pass a stopped bus and you could face a hefty fine, points on your license, and even mandatory driving classes. Do it on the side where kids are loading? That fine jumps. And trust us, no one wants to be that neighbor.
Venice Vibes: Let’s Keep It Safe
Stopping for a school bus might cost you 60 seconds of your day, but it could protect a child’s entire future. So grab your morning coffee, turn up your podcast, and take a breather while the kids cross safely. It’s one small stop for you—and a giant leap for community kindness.