Christ Church Preschool has been an important part of childhoods in the heart of Ponte Vedra/Palm Valley for more than six decades and is committed to providing exemplary early education in a loving, nurturing, developmentally rich program as a mission of Christ Church PVB. Our high-quality learning experience focuses on development through play, social experiences, and fun, engaging activities.
We believe children should enthusiastically look forward to school and their first years of education should be brimming with joy, growth, and wonder.
Our nurturing staff implements the best reflective teaching practices, striving to achieve optimal learning for each child at Christ Church Preschool.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked FL School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Christ Church Preschool ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1955
Student Body
Total Students
259 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
14 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Stephanie Massey
Admissions Associate
Christ Church Preschool
Application URL
School Notes
- Christ Church Preschool serves children age 1 (by September 1 of the current school year) through Kindergarten. For more information or to schedule a tour, please contact us [email protected] (904) 285-6371.
- As of mid-July 2024, we still have space available in our 3s, 4s, and Kindergarten programs.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Michael Williams, NFL Player
- Jessica Greene, Actress and Model
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Christ Church Preschool?
Christ Church Preschool famous alumni include: Michael Williams, NFL Player and Jessica Greene, Actress and Model.
What is Christ Church Preschool's ranking?
Christ Church Preschool ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Christ Church Preschool?
The application deadline for Christ Church Preschool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Christ Church Preschool is Beaches Chapel School (6.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is The Bolles School (2.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is The Goddard School (1.0 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
45 Executive Way
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
(904) 373-6600
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
(904) 373-6600
1 miles
Gr: NS-K Sports: 3
Ponte Vedra KinderCare ![Ponte Vedra KinderCare Photo - Infant Classroom]( "Ponte Vedra KinderCare Photo - Infant Classroom")
Daycare / Preschool
12000 Sawgrass Village Dr.
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
(904) 285-9054
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
(904) 285-9054
1.7 miles
Gr: NS-PK Tuition listed
200 Atp Tour Blvd
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
(904) 256-5060
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
(904) 256-5060
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 176 students Tuition listed
Palmer Catholic Academy
(Catholic)
4889 Palm Valley Rd
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
(904) 543-8515
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
(904) 543-8515
3.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 416 students Tuition listed
The Playgarden By The Sea
Special Program Emphasis
223 8th Ave. South
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 241-3259
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 241-3259
3.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 78 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
610 Florida Blvd
Neptune Beach, FL 32266
(904) 241-4211
Neptune Beach, FL 32266
(904) 241-4211
6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 247 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3765 San Pablo Rd S
Jacksonville, FL 32224
(904) 493-7300
Jacksonville, FL 32224
(904) 493-7300
6.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 384 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
407 3rd St
Neptune Beach, FL 32266
(904) 246-9100
Neptune Beach, FL 32266
(904) 246-9100
6.4 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 10 students Avg. class size: 5 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Amikids Jacksonville
Alternative School
13375 Beach blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32246
(904) 223-1121
Jacksonville, FL 32246
(904) 223-1121
6.5 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 41 students Avg. class size: 25 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2049 Florida Blvd
Neptune Beach, FL 32266
(904) 372-0858
Neptune Beach, FL 32266
(904) 372-0858
6.7 miles
Gr: NS-9 | 81 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
200 Atp Tour Blvd
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
(904) 256-5060
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
(904) 256-5060
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 176 students Tuition listed
Palmer Catholic Academy
(Catholic)
4889 Palm Valley Rd
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
(904) 543-8515
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
(904) 543-8515
3.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 416 students Tuition listed
Collage Day School ![Collage Day School Photo]( "Collage Day School Photo")
Special Education School
171 Canal Boulevard
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
(904) 900-1439
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
(904) 900-1439
3.8 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 221 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
102 15th St S
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 247-4577
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 247-4577
4.3 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 308 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
428 2nd Avenue North
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 249-5934
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 249-5934
4.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 802 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
45 Executive Way
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
(904) 373-6600
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
(904) 373-6600
1 miles
Gr: NS-K Sports: 3
Ponte Vedra KinderCare ![Ponte Vedra KinderCare Photo - Infant Classroom]( "Ponte Vedra KinderCare Photo - Infant Classroom")
Daycare / Preschool
12000 Sawgrass Village Dr.
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
(904) 285-9054
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
(904) 285-9054
1.7 miles
Gr: NS-PK Tuition listed
200 Atp Tour Blvd
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
(904) 256-5060
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
(904) 256-5060
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 176 students Tuition listed
Palmer Catholic Academy
(Catholic)
4889 Palm Valley Rd
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
(904) 543-8515
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
(904) 543-8515
3.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 416 students Tuition listed
The Playgarden By The Sea
Special Program Emphasis
223 8th Ave. South
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 241-3259
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 241-3259
3.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 78 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Amikids Clay County
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
501 Lemon St
Green Cove Springs, FL 32043
(904) 544-4678
Green Cove Springs, FL 32043
(904) 544-4678
8493.5 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 32 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Clay High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2025 Fl-16
Green Cove Springs, FL 32043
(904) 336-7175
Green Cove Springs, FL 32043
(904) 336-7175
8493.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,776 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Charles E. Bennett Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1 S Oakridge Ave
Green Cove Springs, FL 32043
(904) 336-0475
Green Cove Springs, FL 32043
(904) 336-0475
8493.8 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 564 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Green Cove Springs Junior High School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1220 Bonaventure Ave
Green Cove Springs, FL 32043
(904) 336-5175
Green Cove Springs, FL 32043
(904) 336-5175
8494 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 793 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
R. C. Bannerman Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
608 Mill St
Green Cove Springs, FL 32043
(904) 336-4975
Green Cove Springs, FL 32043
(904) 336-4975
8494 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 211 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
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