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Welcome to Gatewood!

We are a welcoming student-centered school community
where building a strong relationship with your child is our priority.

Explore Curriculum 

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You matter!

At Gatewood, we are an inclusive community
that values each student's unique story.
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Gatewood Elementary is an IB Candidate School!

We are excited to become an
International Baccalaureate World School
where our scholars engage in deep learning with
with curiosity, confidence, and critical-thinking skills.

Learn more

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Confidence with Kindness

93% of Hopkins elementary students say they are able
to stand up for themselves without putting others down,
with curiosity, confidence, and critical-thinking skills.

Ready for Kindergarten?

Your path to starting kindergarten in Fall 2025.

Tour our school!

Join us to experience student life at Gatewood.

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ABOUT GATEWOOD ELEMENTARY

Gatewood Elementary is a K-5 school within the Hopkins Public Schools District, located in the city of Minnetonka.  As an International Baccalaureate (IB) candidate school with an outdoor learning model, our curriculum helps students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, while building connections to the natural world. At Gatewood, your child will be a valued member of our student-centered community.

Gatewood News

Transportation Update

We are making several adjustments to our transportation services for the 2025–26 school year. These changes are intended to improve system efficiency and reduce costs, with an estimated savings of nearly $2 million.

Portrait photo of Jen Brandabur.

In the Winter 2025 Update newsletter, we highlight Hopkins High School Family and Consumer Sciences teacher Jen Brandabur.

High School student sands legs of wood table in woodshop.

The Career and Technical Education Program (CTE) at Hopkins High School is giving students a head start in exploring their future career possibilities. By offering hands-on experiences and industry relevant curriculum, the program helps students identify where their interests and abilities intersect with a potential career path.

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