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Photo of Champion Preparatory Academy
PK4 – 12th
Address 251 E. Lake Brantley Dr. Longwood FL Phone: (407) 788-0018 Website: https://www.championprep.org/

Biographical Info

Champion Preparatory Academy is a premier college preparatory school with a difference. We offer a choice of dynamic online, homeschool, and on-campus programs which meet the growing demand for innovative and nontraditional educational options.

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Photo of Cranium Academy of East Orlando
12 mths – 10 yrs.
Address 10275 Savannah Park Dr. Orlando FL 32832 Phone: (407) 255-2171 Website: http://craniumacademy.com

Biographical Info

Cranium Academy provides innovative programs with a STEM focus for toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary students. Conveniently located with two campuses in the Orlando area.

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Photo of Cranium Academy of Winter Garden
PK2 – 5th
Address 4068 Winter Garden Vineland Road, Winter Garden Phone: (407) 294-6950 Website: http://craniumacademy.com

Biographical Info

Cranium Academy provides innovative programs wirh a STEM focus for toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary students. Conveniently located with two campuses in the Orlando area.

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Photo of Crenshaw Academy
K – 12th
Address 2342 Hempel Ave. Gotha FL 34734 Phone: (407) 757-2241 Website: TheCrenshawAcademy.com

Biographical Info

The Crenshaw Academy is an accredited K-12 college preparatory school where bright, curious young boys and girls aim for a bar set high in an atmosphere of challenge and support that brings out their best as learners and as people, inspiring thinkers and developing leaders.

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Photo of Fiorella Preparatory School
PK – 5th gr.
Address 6965 Piazza Grande Ave Suite 102 Orlando FL 32835 Phone: (407) 745-5732 Website: FiorellaPrepSchool.org

Biographical Info


Fiorella Preparatory School is a faith-based school providing quality education to young children. We are a bilingual Christian school with an educational model that focuses on personality, character development, diversity, merit, and community involvement. We have an excellent curriculum and have served students and families from Orlando, Florida, since 2016.

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Photo of First Academy, The
PK – 12th
Address 2667 Bruton Blvd. Orlando FL 32805 Phone: (407) 206-8602 Website: TheFirstAcademy.org

Biographical Info

The First Academy is Central Florida’s top school for a Christ-centered college preparatory education for students from preschool through 12th grade. Providing the strongest balance of accelerated academics and Christian leadership, TFA offers customized student pathways, inspirational teachers, and award-winning arts and athletics. Tour today and experience the TFA difference.

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Photo of Forest Lake Academy
K-12th
Address 500 Education Loop Apopka FL 32703 Phone: (407) 862-8411 Website: forestlakeacademy.org

Biographical Info

As a Seventh-day Adventist Christian high school, Forest Lake Academy provides a challenging curriculum and Christian education in a safe, innovative environment that values diversity.

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Photo of Foundation Academy
PK3 – 12
Address 125 E Plant Street (PK-5th) 15304 Tilden Road (6th-12th) Winter Garden FL 34787 Phone: (407) 656-3677 Website: FoundationAcademy.net

Biographical Info

Foundation Academy has been building a foundation for life since 1958 through a Christ-centered education. The Foundation Academy experience is built on the four cornerstones of Faith, Academics, Fine Arts, and Athletics and is complimented by rich and vibrant extracurricular activities, clubs, and organizations. Foundation Academy is consistently ranked as one of Central Florida’s Top private Christian schools and is a Niche Best School. Foundation Academy is now proud to offer virtual learning through FAVL.

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Photo of Good Shepherd Catholic School
Infant – 8th
Address 5902 Oleander Dr. Orlando FL 32807 Phone: (407) 277-3973 Website: GoodShepherd.org

Biographical Info

With Christ as the ever-present teacher, Good Shepherd Catholic School is committed to provide academic excellence, Catholic values, and a faith-filled community to its students.

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Photo of International Community School
PK – 12th
Address 4800 Howell Branch Rd. Winter Park FL 32792 Phone: (407) 645-2343 Website: ICSFla.org

Biographical Info

International Community School combines challenging academics and high parental involvement into one unique model built on the three pillars of faith, family, and scholarship.

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Photo of Lake Highland Preparatory School
PK – 12
Address 901 N. Highland Ave. Orlando FL 32803 Phone: (407) 206-1900 ext. 1 Website: LHPS.org

Biographical Info

Lake Highland Preparatory School. Prekindergarten through 12th-grade students complete a rigorous academic curriculum while exploring their passions through extraordinary arts, athletic, and co-curricular programs at Lake Highland Preparatory School. Intellect, character, and grit are cultivated within an atmosphere of love, concern, and mutual respect.

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Photo of Maitland Montessori School
PS – 8th / VPK Participant
Address 236 N. Swoope Ave., Maitland Phone: (407) 628-0019 Website: MaitlandMontessori.org

Biographical Info

Maitland Montessori School’s education offers our children opportunities to develop their potential as they step out into the world as engaged, competent, responsible, and respectful citizens with an understanding and appreciation that learning is for life.

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Photo of Montverde Academy
PK3 – 12th
Address 17235 Seventh St. Montverde FL 34756 Phone: (407) 469-2561 Website: Montverde.org

Biographical Info

Montverde Academy continues to expand opportunities across all grade levels. The Lower School will add new sections in grades K – 2 in the fall of 2025, facilitating an even wider variety of extracurricular options. The Middle School offers 24 electives, along with a robust menu of enrichment and leadership opportunities, while the Upper School offers 32 Advanced Placement courses and specialized tracks in academics, arts, and athletics. MVA remains committed to fostering growth in every student.

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Photo of Orlando Catholic Schools
PK – 12th
Address 14 Central Florida Schools Website: OrlandoCatholicSchools.org

Biographical Info

Catholic Schools are not only academically excellent – they help foster spiritual and character development giving a firm foundation for success in life. There are 14 Catholic early childhood centers, elementary schools and high schools in Orange and Seminole counties — so you are sure to find a school that is a good fit for your family!

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Photo of Orlando Jewish Day School
K-8th Grade
Address 7347 W Sand Lake Road Orlando FL 32819 Phone: (407) 354 3660 Website: OrlandoJewishDaySchool.com

Biographical Info

Orlando Jewish Day School stands out for its nurturing environment, blending rigorous academics with a rich Jewish education. Emphasizing community values and personalized learning, it fosters critical thinking and creativity. The school’s commitment to developing well-rounded students prepares them to thrive both academically and personally in a diverse world. OJDS is a school with a loving environment and caring staff, located in the Dr. Phillips area, close to I-4.

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Photo of Orlando Science Charter School East
K – 8th
Address 10250 University Drive Orlando Phone: (321) 316-4884 Website: East.OrlandoScience.org

Biographical Info

Orlando Science Charter School empowers students in grades K-8 with a STEM-focused education which will help guide them to promising and successful careers.

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Photo of Park Maitland School
2 yrs. – 6th
Address 1450 S. Orlando Ave. Maitland, FL 32751 Phone: (407) 647-3038 Website: ParkMaitland.com

Biographical Info

Park Maitland School is a private academy of academic excellence, founded on wonder. State-of-the-art spaces meet whimsical places where learning and imagination take flight. In this preeminent program, students learn and grow and thrive, rising to the highest academic standards. When learning begins in wonder, there’s no end to excellence.

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Photo of Pathways for Life Academy
6th – 12th Grades
Address 1450 Citrus Oaks Ave., Bldg. 11 Gotha Phone: (407) 723-0030 Website: PFLAcademy.com

Biographical Info

A distinctive program for Middle and High School students incorporating core academics with real life application through a therapy-driven learning approach. Our curriculum integrates life and social skills, creating independence, confidence, and success.

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Photo of Quest Kids Academy
K -12th (Special Needs)
Address 123 E Livingston St. Orlando Phone: (407) 237-7356 Website: QuestInc.org/Quest-Kids-Academy

Biographical Info

Students are offered a customized education experience using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Our low student-to-teacher setting allows for a wide range of academic, communication, social, leisure and practical skills for a well-rounded education and greater independence.

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Photo of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic School
PK3 – 8th
Address 4005 Edgewater Dr. Orlando 32804 Phone: (407) 293-7691 Website: StCharlesSchoolOrlando.org

Biographical Info

Proudly serving the Orlando community since 1955, offering faith-based education for students in PK3 – 8th grade.

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Photo of St. James Cathedral School
PK3 1/2 – 8
Address 505 E. Ridgewood St. Orlando FL 32803 Phone: (407) 841-4432 Website: STJCS.com

Biographical Info

St. James serves children in grades PK3 1/2 -Grade 8 in the heart of downtown Orlando. Our mission is to nurture Christians who Come to Learn and Leave to Serve.

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Photo of St. Margaret Mary Catholic School
PK- 8th
Address 142 E. Swoope Ave. Winter Park FL 32789 Phone: (407) 644-7537 Website: SMMknight.org

Biographical Info

St. Margaret Mary Catholic School embodies Catholic values and service to others, promotes academic excellence for students, and educates the whole child in a caring community.

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Photo of Trinity Preparatory School
6th -12th
Address 5700 Trinity Prep Lane Winter Park FL 32792 Phone: (407) 671-4140 Website: TrinityPrep.org

Biographical Info

Trinity Preparatory School is highly ranked as the #1 STEM and #1 private high school in Central Florida. We are an independent school for grades 6-12, offering exceptional college-prep education through inspiring academic and extracurricular programs. Trinity Prep develops individuals who excel in college and in life, contribute to their communities, lead in a changing society, and grow spiritually.

 

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Photo of Walden Community School
K – 12th
Address 4595 Howell Branch Rd. Winter Park FL 32792 Phone: (407) 677-8225 Website: WaldenCommunitySchoolOrlando.com

Biographical Info

Walden is a private, nonprofit, K-12 school committed to encouraging students to reach their highest academic potential in a collaborative and creative environment.

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Photo of Windermere Preparatory School
PK3 – 12
Address 6189 Winter Garden-Vineland Rd. Windermere FL 34786 Phone: (407) 905-7737 Website: WindermerePrep.com

Biographical Info

Ranked as the #1 private K-12 school in Orlando by Niche, Windermere Preparatory School is a PreK-3 through grade 12 private college prep school. Through partnership with MIT, the Julliard School, and UNICEF, students at Windermere Prep are able to participate in enriching co-curricular activities in athletics and fine arts. Now accepting applications for the 2025-26 school year. Apply online today.

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