Join the Legacy

90 Years of History

Since 1933, Conchita Espinosa Academy (CEA) has educated children with a unique philosophy and methodology developed and first put into practice by its founder,…

The Espinosa Method

“To reach a child’s soul one must know him, guide him and especially, love him.” – Conchita Espinosa CEA provides a dynamic, intimate and…

Admissions

Thank you for your interest in Conchita Espinosa Academy for the 2022-2023 school year. The information below will help guide you through the application…

K-8 Education

In a K-8 educational setting, children can remain “young” and preserve the sacredness of childhood for the entire period of childhood. Students grow from being the youngest at our Miami private elementary school to taking on leadership roles as the oldest, giving them an opportunity to serve as role models and thrive with a vibrant sense of community. The result is greater confidence, self-esteem and a sense of belonging, which translates into stronger academic performance at a developmentally appropriate pace. Read More >

Early Childhood Education

Our early childhood program provides students with the opportunity to develop the natural curiosity and sense of wonder inherent in all children. We work to create experiences that enhance intellectual, emotional, social, and physical growth while honoring the unique time in life known as childhood. Students are…

Lower School

Through a solid academic curriculum, lower school students at Conchita Espinosa Academy (CEA) acquire the necessary skills and knowledge allowing them to grow. Our curriculum encompasses more than the standard format of reading, language arts, math, social studies, and science.

Upper School

Upper school is the culmination of the eleven-year process students experience at CEA. Our upper school is uniquely designed to meet the challenges of the early teen years. Students are provided the necessary continuity, structure, and security required for a successful transition from childhood to adolescence.

Experience Conchita

The Espinosa Method

“To reach a child’s soul one must know him, guide him and especially, love him.”

– Conchita Espinosa

The Espinosa Method

Education for Life

Education at CEA extends beyond traditional schooling, creating well-rounded, whole individuals. Students learn to think and develop compassion, a sense of duty, self-awareness, and pride in themselves and their community.

The Arts

Human beings need creativity to feel fulfilled. Participation in the arts allows individuals to approach tasks from various perspectives and encourages students to take risks, “think outside the box,” and cultivate skills that transcend sectors.

Mastery Program

Lessons learned in mastery programs transfer to all other areas of learning. When you learn and master any new skill, you reinforce and enhance the connections you already have.

Character Education

Throughout the school day, character education takes place, and students are engaged in an environment that fosters the development of self-discipline, respect for self and other, and empathy.

MORE THAN A SCHOOL

Welcome to the CEA Family

Conchita Espinosa Academy™ is a fully-accredited, co-educational independent private school for grades K3 through 8th. Since 1933, Conchita Espinosa Academy™ (CEA) has followed founder Conchita Espinosa’s vision of education, The Espinosa Method™, which is designed to ignite students’ curiosity and encourage their love of learning. CEA offers students a strong academic foundation and immersion in the arts and humanities from an early age in an intimate environment that supports students’ development and helps them grow to become well-rounded, creative, and confident individuals.

ABOUT CEA

Testimonials

“Decididamente, la educacion que se recibe en conchita espinosa academy es inigualable, totalmente integral.”

– Gloria Garcia de Montbrun

“Raising incredible well-rounded young people for many, many, many years…All because of an incredible woman’s vision, love of children & the arts. Thank you Conchita!!”

– Sylvia Naljieff

“Love the school, two of my children graduated from Conchita, we are very grateful for the education they received and for the wonderful teachers and people who worked there.”

– Ana Maria Grau Garcia

“I am who I am in great part due to Conchita Espinosa. I will extol the virtues of this great woman and the school she founded to my last breath.”

– Maria H. Perez

“It was home for over ten years to my now grown children and me. It will always be more than a school.”

– Nora Travieso Delgado

“As Conchita Espinosa’s school anthem declares (and this is one of the many things that CEA taught me that still lives on inside my heart) is the sense of love, comprehension and freedom. Our…

– CEA graduate and mother

“Excellent school, excellent education and family atmosphere. Those that have never been there just don’t understand the importance of all of the above. Great memories. Now my boys are getting to make their own…

– Carlos J. Canino

“Very proud that my kids were a part of this magnificent school. I’m so happy to see how CEA continues to grow in every way.”

- Lydia Palmeiro-Novoa

“I am and always will be a proud CEA mom! Thank you for inspiring in my children the love of learning and growing. I can’t wait to be back with my grandchildren!”

- Lillian Moreno

“Definitely more than a school. A place where children thrive, were longtime friendships are made and where students are nurtured and helped to be independent. I’m a proud mom of three CEA alumni who…

- Essie Rodriguez