Pinecrest Presbyterian Day School is not a daycare center. We are a school.
For over 50 years we have provided a loving, nurturing, stimulating and fun environment for children so that they can learn and grow.
We believe the best educational environment for children is one that provides a wide variety of experiences and different learning styles.
By providing the appropriate materials along with diverse experiences, we prepare your child for the years ahead.
We want each child's first taste of "school" to be positive and affirming.
The staff of Pinecrest Presbyterian Day School are well-educated, experienced and passionate about education.
Our school works with the Quality Counts Program of The Children's Trust.
We are accredited through APPLE as well as The Department of Children and Families.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked FL School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Application Deadline: Jul. 15 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Pinecrest Presbyterian Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School History
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1962
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
94 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jul. 15 / rolling
Application URL
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
ArtBallet
DramaMusic
ScienceSpanish
Sports
School Notes
- Pinecrest Presbyterian Day School is well-respected and loved by hundreds of families whose children and grandchildren have been students here. Our students range from 17 months through 3 years old, 8:45 AM 1to 12:45 PM; 3 years through Kindergarten, 8:30 AM to 2:15 PM, and After-School Care for children ages four through 11 until 6 PM. We also offer Early Morning Care at 7:15 AM for our own children as well as elementary age children.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pinecrest Presbyterian Day School's ranking?
Pinecrest Presbyterian Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Pinecrest Presbyterian Day School?
The application deadline for Pinecrest Presbyterian Day School is Jul. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jul. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Pinecrest Presbyterian Day School is Our Lady Of Lourdes Academy (1.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School (1.3 miles away)
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