Christ United Methodist offers our community a pre-school and transitional kindergarten program that teaches God's love in a loving, accepting atmosphere.
Our curriculum provides an organized, continuous educational and social experience that is suited to the development level and growth pattern of each child.
We firmly believe that learning and fun are indistinguishable. We are a pre-school and transitional kindergarten program that follows the Duval County Public School calendar, with our school starting one week after public school begins.
We offer extended day hours as needed. Holidays are the same as the Duval County Public School Calendar; when Duval County Schools are closed, we are closed as well.
We offer classes for 2, 3 and 4 year old.
Our program is being expanded to include more music and in introduction to the computer.
We also have chapel once a week. Snacks are provided; parents have the opportunity to provide their own healthy, child friendly lunches.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked FL School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Christ(united) Methodist Kindergarten 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 Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1960
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
47 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Christ United Methodist offers our community a pre-school and transitional kindergarten program that teaches God's love in a loving, accepting atmosphere. Our curriculum provides an organized, continuous educational and social experience that is suited to the development level and growth pattern of each child. We firmly believe that learning and fun are indistinguishable. We are a pre-school and transitional kindergarten program that follows the Duval County Public School calendar, with our school starting one week after public school begins. We offer extended day hours as needed. Holidays are the same as the Duval County Public School Calendar; when Duval County Schools are closed, we are closed as well. We offer classes for 2, 3 and 4 year old. Our program is being expanded to include more music and in introduction to the computer. We also have chapel once a week. Snacks are provided; parents have the opportunity to provide their own healthy, child friendly lunches.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christ(united) Methodist Kindergarten's ranking?
Christ(united) Methodist Kindergarten ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Christ(united) Methodist Kindergarten?
The application deadline for Christ(united) Methodist Kindergarten is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Christ(united) Methodist Kindergarten located?
Christ(united) Methodist Kindergarten is located in the The Beaches neighborhood of Neptune Beach, FL. There are 3 other private schools located in The Beaches.
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