All Saints School Christian preschool with curriculum that is creative and geared to meet the needs of every child. 338 E. Lyman Ave., Winter Park 407-644-1737 www.allsaintswp.com
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Education
Preschools
Bright Horizons Private preschool serving children 6 weeks to 5 years. 1700 Fire House Lane, Orlando 407-895-8339 and 1660 Daniels Road, Winter Garden 407-654-9693 www.brighthorizons.com
Go Play Unique preschool with part day, full day and drop-in programs. 482 E. Altamonte Dr., Altamonte Springs 407-767-7529 www.321goplay.com
Holy Family Catholic School From early education programs through eighth grade, Holy Family Catholic School inspires students to strive for academic excellence and grow in faith, knowledge and love. HFCS is fully accredited by the Florida Catholic Conference and has been honored by the U.S. Department of Education as a 2010 National Blue Ribbon School. 5129 S. Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando, FL 32819 (407) 876-9344 www.hfcschool.com
Jewish Community Center of Greater Orlando Award-winning early childhood learning center for infants through Pre-K for children of all faiths. 851 N. Maitland Ave., Maitland 407-645-5933 and 11184 S. Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando 407-239-7411 www.orlandojcc.org
Kids ‘R’ Kids Inspiring the love for learning. 315 Alafaya Woods Blvd., Oveido 407-366-2100 www.kidsrkidsoviedo.com
KinderCare Programs geared for developmental growth of children. 400 Celebration Blvd., Celebration 407-566-2445 www.kindercare.com
La Petite Academy, Inc. Learning is everywhere- especially here. At La Petite Academy of Orlando, every activity is an opportunity to learn and to have fun. Enroll today and learn about our age-appropriate programs. 7303 Lake Underhill Road, Orlando, FL 407-275-1912 www.lapetite.com
LadyBird Academy Childcare and preschool using the ABEKA program for children from 6 weeks to 6 years. 10485 Moss Park Rd., Orlando 407-273-4331 www.ladybirdacademy.com
Lake Mary Montessori Academy Private education for preschool and school-aged children. 3551 W. Lake Mary Blvd., Lake Mary 407-324-2304 www.lmma.net
Lake Mary Preparatory School Offering private education from pre-K through 12th grade. 650 Rantoul Lane Lake Mary 407.805.0095 www.lakemaryprep.com
Legacy Academy Lake Mary Childcare for children ages 6 weeks to 4 years, Before/After School, Florida VPK, and Summer Camp. 3050 International Parkway, Lake Mary. 407-829-6688. www.legacyacademy.com
Page Private Schools Providing well-rounded, affordable, quality, education for over 100 years. Accepts students ages 2 through grade 8. 100 Aero Lane, Sanford, FL 407-792-3437; 10250 University Blvd., Orlando, FL 321-282-6251 www.pageschool.com
Park Maitland School Offering an exceptional program that upholds high academic standards with a commitment to teaching values, manners, and strength of character. Offering pre-K through grade 6. 1450 S. Orlando Ave., Maitland 407-647-3038 www.parkmaitland.org
Parke House Academy A private school starting at preschool (age 3) and going through 6th grade. 1766 Minnesota Ave., Winter Park 407-647-3380 www.theparkehouseacademy.com
Pine Castle Christian Academy A seamless education experience from preschool (age 3) to 12th grade. Call or visit today! 7101 Lake Ellenor Drive, Orlando, FL 32809 (407) 313-7222 www.pccaeagles.org
Premier Academy Guiding children to academic and social excellence with play day, preschool and first grade programs available. 9380 Gotha Rd., Windermere 407-290-3277 www.premieracademyschools.com
Primrose Schools Childcare, preschool, private kindergarten, and after school care. 5741 Town Center Blvd., Orlando 407-251-2771 and 8712 Lee Vista Blvd, Orlando 407-381-5559. www.primroseschools.com
St. Charles Borromeo Catholic School has been cultivating mind and spirit in students for 55 years. Fully accredited through the Florida Catholic Conference and named a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence by the U.S. Department of Education, they serve preschool through eighth grade. 4005 Edgewater Dr. Orlando 407-293-7691 www.stcharles-orlando.org
St. Richard’s Preschool Christian preschool that provides a safe and nurturing environment. 5151 Lake Howell Rd., Winter Park 407-671-4286 www.strichards.org
St. Vincent’s Academy Providing a caring and creative classroom environment for young students while focusing on early childhood development. 1515 Edgewater Dr., Orlando 407-843-1997 www.stvincentsacademy.org
The Cambridge Prep School Preschool and childcare center. 1015 Willa Springs Dr., Winter Springs 407-695-7737 and 2720 W. Lake Mary Blvd., Lake Mary (407) 302-2411 www.cambridgeprep.com
The Learning Center of Dr. Phillips Preschool focusing in early childhood development with full-time, part-time and after school care. 7233 Della Dr., Orlando 407-352-1353 www.tlcofdrphillips.com
Windermere Union Church Preschool Preschool for children ages 2 through Pre-K, Florida VPK, and Summer Camps. 10710 Park Ridge-Gotha Rd., Windermere 407-909-0464
Private Elementary Schools
Holy Family Catholic School From early education programs through eighth grade, Holy Family Catholic School inspires students to strive for academic excellence and grow in faith, knowledge and love. HFCS is fully accredited by the Florida Catholic Conference and has been honored by the U.S. Department of Education as a 2010 National Blue Ribbon School. 5129 S. Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando, FL 32819 (407) 876-9344 www.hfcschool.com
Jewish Academy of Orlando Offering classes from Kindergarden through 8th grade, the school’s curriculum combines Jewish learning with high school preparatory and general studies. 851 N. Maitland Ave., Maitland 407-647-0713 www.jewishacademyorlando.org
Lake Highland Preparatory School Cultivating Intellect & Character in grades PreK-12 for more than forty years. 901 N. Highland Avenue, Orlando, FL 407-206-1900 www.lhps.org
Lake Mary Montessori Academy Private education for preschool and school-aged children. 3551 W. Lake Mary Blvd., Lake Mary 407-324-2304 www.lmma.net
Lake Mary Preparatory School Offering private education from pre-K through 12th grade. 650 Rantoul Lane Lake Mary 407.805.0095 www.lakemaryprep.com
Orangewood Christian School Offers education from K-12 and summer art,athletic and academic camps. 1300 W Maitland Blvd., Maitland 32751 407-339-0223 www.orangewoodchristianschool.org
Page Private Schools Providing well-rounded, affordable, quality, education for over 100 years. Accepts students ages 2 through grade 8. 100 Aero Lane, Sanford, FL 407-792-3437; 10250 University Blvd., Orlando, FL 321-282-6251 www.pageschool.com
Park Maitland School Offering an exceptional program that upholds high academic standards with a commitment to teaching values, manners, and strength of character. Offering pre-K through grade 6. 1450 S. Orlando Ave., Maitland 407-647-3038 www.parkmaitland.org
Parke House Academy A private school starting at preschool (age 3) and going through 6th grade. 1766 Minnesota Ave., Winter Park 407-647-3380 www.theparkehouseacademy.com
Pine Castle Christian Academy A seamless education experience from preschool (age 3) to 12th grade. Call or visit today! 7101 Lake Ellenor Drive, Orlando, FL 32809 (407) 313-7222 www.pccaeagles.org
Primrose Schools Childcare, preschool, private kindergarten, and after school care. 5741 Town Center Blvd., Orlando 407-251-2771 and 8712 Lee Vista Blvd, Orlando 407-381-5559. www.primroseschools.com
St. Charles Borromeo Catholic School has been cultivating mind and spirit in students for 55 years. Fully accredited through the Florida Catholic Conference and named a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence by the U.S. Department of Education, they serve preschool through eighth grade. 4005 Edgewater Dr. Orlando 407-293-7691 www.stcharles-orlando.org
Sweetwater Episcopal Academy A Christian school that delivers academic and enrichment excellence. 251 E. Lake Brantley Dr., Longwood, 407-862-1882 www.sweetwaterepiscopal.org
The Christ School Independent Christian school, K - 8th grade, this year celebrating 15 years of excellence in academics, service and leadership in the heart of downtown Orlando. 106 E. Church St., Orlando 407-849-1665 www.thechristschool.org
The Crenshaw School Specializes in children’s education from PreK-12. 2242 Hempel Ave. Gotha 407-877-7412 www.crenshawschool.com
The First Academy A Christ-centered, college preparatory school that prepares children for life as Christian leaders who choose character before career wisdom beyond scholarship, service before self and participation as a way of life. 2667 Bruton Blvd. Orlando 407-406-8602 www.thefirstacademy.org
Trinity Lutheran Offering private education from Kindergarden through 8th grade.123 E. Livingston St., Orlando 407-843-4896 www.trinitydowntown.org