Founded in 1939, the Winter Park Day Nursery is a private, not-for-profit childcare center and preschool.
Our mission is provide a secure, nurturing and educational environment that is affordable and supports family diversity.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked FL School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Winter Park Day Nursery, Inc. 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
Year Founded
1939
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
64 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 47%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition is listed on a sliding scale. Scholarships are available based on family income and household size.
Admissions Director
Dara Caulder
Admissions Associate
Heather Horne
Application URL
School Notes
- NAC accredited since July 2009. Learning Beyond Paper curriculum. Conscious Discipline classroom management philosophy. Dual language: Spanish and English. Fees based on family income. Heart of Florida United Way agency.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winter Park Day Nursery, Inc.'s ranking?
Winter Park Day Nursery, Inc. ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Winter Park Day Nursery, Inc.?
The application deadline for Winter Park Day Nursery, Inc. is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest elementary school is St. Margaret Mary Catholic School (0.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is All Saints School (0.6 miles away)
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