🦃 A Heartwarming Thanksgiving Feast at Galileo Montessori Academy
Celebrating Family, Gratitude, and Learning Together in Tampa
At Galileo Montessori Academy, we believe that meaningful learning goes beyond the classroom. This Thanksgiving season, our school came together to celebrate a Thanksgiving Feast that beautifully blended Montessori values, daycare community, and family involvement—creating memories our children and parents will cherish.
Located in Citrus Park, Tampa (33625), Galileo Montessori Academy proudly serves families looking for both a high-quality daycare and a nurturing Montessori preschool environment.
🍽️ Parents, Children, and Gratitude — Learning Through Real Life
One of the most special parts of our Thanksgiving celebration was the involvement of our families. Parents lovingly prepared and brought homemade dishes from their homes, turning the feast into a true community event.
Even more meaningful, many parents shared that this experience gave them a wonderful opportunity to work together with their children at home—talking about food, gratitude, sharing, and helping prepare dishes for their classmates and teachers.
This kind of hands-on involvement aligns perfectly with both:
Montessori principles of practical life learning, and
Daycare values of social-emotional development and family connection.
🌱 Montessori Values in Action
At Galileo Montessori Academy, children learn best through real-life experiences. Our Thanksgiving Feast allowed children to:
Understand the importance of gratitude and sharing
Practice social skills like serving, waiting, and thanking others
Feel proud seeing food they helped prepare shared with friends
Experience cultural diversity through different family dishes
These moments help children develop independence, confidence, and respect—core foundations of the Montessori approach.
🧡 A Daycare That Feels Like Family
For families seeking a daycare in Citrus Park or Tampa, events like our Thanksgiving Feast show what makes Galileo Montessori Academy different. We are more than just a daycare—we are a close-knit community where:
Parents are welcomed and involved
Children feel safe, loved, and valued
Celebrations strengthen bonds between home and school
Many parents tell us that Galileo feels like a home away from home, and events like this truly reflect that spirit.
📍 Serving Families in Citrus Park & Surrounding Tampa Areas
Galileo Montessori Academy proudly serves families from:
Citrus Park
Carrollwood
Westchase
Lake Magdalene
North Tampa
Whether you are looking for a Montessori preschool, a full-day daycare, or a place that blends education with care, our school offers a warm, enriching environment for young learners.
📝 Why Parents Choose Galileo Montessori Academy
Gold Seal Quality Care Program recipient
Family-owned and community-focused
Engaging school events and parent involvement
Convenient Tampa location near Citrus Park
📞 Plan a Visit With Us
If you’re searching for a daycare or Montessori preschool in Tampa, we invite you to come see our community in person. Our classrooms, teachers, and families work together to create a joyful, supportive learning environment.
👉 Schedule a tour today and become part of the Galileo Montessori Academy family.
Foam Party At Galileo Montessori Academy
At Galileo Montessori Academy, a leading Montessori daycare in Tampa’s 33625 neighborhood, learning and laughter go hand in hand! Our recent foam party gave children a day of music, play, and sensory fun—building confidence, social skills, and joyful memories in a safe, nurturing environment.
Foam Party
At Galileo Montessori Academy is all about learning and laughing go hand in hand-- and nothing shows that better than our recent foam party celebration right here in Tampa's 33625 neighborhood!
Our children danced, played, and splashed in foam under the sunny Florida sky while upbeat music filled the air. It was a day of pure joy, sensory exploration, and community fun — one of the many seasonal events we host to make early learning exciting and memorable.
These events are more than just fun—they help build confidence, social skills, and emotional growth in a playful and safe environment.
✨ “My daughter couldn't stop talking about the foam party! She came home giggling and said it was the best day ever.” – Galileo Parent.
What to Look for in a Daycare
Learn about Galileo Montessori Academy's approach to childcare, combining safety, education, and personalized attention.
Choosing the right daycare for your child is one of the most important decisions a parent will ever have to make. Families require more than a safe place—they're looking for a nurturing environment that encourages learning, growth, and happiness. At Galileo Montessori Academy, we understand those needs, and we surpass them every day.
1. A Safe and Supportive Setting
Parents' top priority in a daycare is safety. From secure facilities to trained personnel, peace of mind is everything. At Galileo Montessori, safety is our first priority. Our Gold Seal certification and CPR/First Aid–trained personnel keep children in caring and capable hands at all times.
2. A Balance of Care and Learning
Most daycares are all playtime or all supervision. But parents also want a place where their child will learn and develop. That's where the Montessori approach fits in.
At Galileo Montessori, we combine the care of a daycare with the academic rigor of a Montessori education—leading children to independence, confidence, and a love of learning from the very beginning.
3. Engaging Daily Routines
A quality daycare provides routines that comfort children while welcoming discovery. Our classrooms based on Montessori are designed with activities that promote problem-solving, creativity, and socialization. Every day is filled with discovery—whether it is pouring water, painting, or exploring science and nature.
4. Active Communication with Families
Parents need to feel included in their child's day. That is why at Galileo Montessori we use the Brightwheel app to share updates, photos, and information of importance. You won't miss the special little moments.
5. A Community That Feels Like Family
At Galileo Montessori we feel that daycare should make a child feel at home. Thats why our teachers treat each child like an individual, providing a comfortable, supportive atmosphere where toddlers feel secure, noticed, and truly appreciated. Parents have seen and mentioned to us again and again, 'It feels like leaving my child with family' — and that's the kind of relationship and trust we work to establish each day.
Why Parents Choose Galileo Montessori
By blending the individualized attention of a daycare and the proven methodology of a Montessori school, Galileo Montessori Academy offers the best of both worlds. Families trust us not only to take care of their children, but to inspire them daily.