Wayside Baptist Weekday Preschool purpose is to minister to each child and family by providing a loving, caring environment where each child has a sense of belonging and feels safe and secure.
In addition, we concern ourselves with stimulating each child's growth physically, spiritually, emotionally, intellectually, and socially.
It is our desire to stimulate each child's growth in effective ways.
In each room, as well as the school as a whole, we seek to reflect Christ's love.
The school has a Child Care Facility Certificate of License from the Florida Baptist Department of Children and Families, and is an active member of the Dade Association of Southern Baptist Schools.
Wayside Baptist Weekday Preschool is a member of the National Association of Education for Young Children (NAEYC).
Our school far exceeds State requirements with regard to both teacher/student ratio and teacher qualification.
All teachers have their Child Development Associate Certificate (CDA) and both teachers and aides have completed their 40 hour Child Training Course required by the FDCF, and are provided CPR and First Aid training.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
25 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
60%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Wayside Baptist Preschool?
The application deadline for Wayside Baptist Preschool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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