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Private School Guide

Private Schools in Lakeland + Polk County

Are you looking for the best private schools in Lakeland, Winter Haven, and Polk County? We are here to help you find the right fit for your children. Our Private School Guide includes private high schools, private middle schools, private elementary schools, private preschools, and some schools that run all the way from preschool through 12th grade. Featured listings include details on school affiliations, grades served, scholarships, open houses and tours, and our favorite – what makes each school unique.

Interested in learning more about scholarships? We have an entire article on private school scholarships in Florida.

For more information on private preschools and daycares, see our Preschool + Daycare Guide.

For information on Polk County Public Schools (including Magnet, Charter, IB, Academies, & more) see our Polk County Public School Guide.

Don’t miss our full Education Guide – it includes information on Polk County public schools, tutoring and test prep, colleges, private school scholarship programs, and more.

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Valor Christian Leadership Academy (K-12)

Valor Christian Leadership Academy (VCLA) is a K-12th grade private school in Winter Haven, FL.  VCLA looks to develop the entire student. Pairing the infallible Word of God, with life and leadership skills, youth receive a customized, academic experience that will prepare them to live productive lives post-graduation.

Private Christian Schools | Private High Schools | Private Elementary Schools | Private Middle Schools | Private Schools in Winter Haven
1104 Cypress Gardens Boulevard, Winter Haven, Florida 33884
Victory Christian Academy (Age 2 - grade 12)

The mission of Victory Christian Academy is to partner with parents and the local church to provide the highest quality Christian education to prepare students to deal with the issues and realities of life by developing their spiritual, academic, social, and physical potential, all from the foundation of biblical truth. Serving ages 2 – 12th Grade.

Preschool / Daycare for Ages 2 & Up | Part Time Daycares + Preschools | Church Affiliated Daycares / Preschools | Private Christian Schools | Private High Schools | Private Elementary Schools | Private Middle Schools | Private Schools in Lakeland
1401 Griffin Road, Lakeland, Florida 33810
Winter Haven Adventist Academy (K-8)

Winter Haven Adventist Academy is operated by the Seventh-day Adventist Church to provide a spiritually oriented education for children. A belief in the existence of the Creator God is fundamental in the philosophy of Seventh-day Adventist schools. Grades K-8.

Private Christian Schools | Private Elementary Schools | Private Middle Schools | Private Schools in Winter Haven
401 Avenue I Southeast, Winter Haven, Florida 33880
Winter Haven Christian School (PreK-12)

Winter Haven Christian School is an independent, interdenominational Christian School serving children from PreK4 through 12th grade. We are located on a beautiful 15-acre campus, at 1700 Buckeye Loop Rd., N.E. in Winter Haven. Our school is an accredited member of the Florida Association of Christian Colleges and Schools. Accepts Step Up for Students Scholarships.

Preschool / Daycare for Ages 2 & Up | Part Time Daycares + Preschools | Private Christian Schools | Private High Schools | Private Elementary Schools | Private Middle Schools | Private Schools in Winter Haven
1700 Buckeye Loop Road, Winter Haven, Florida 33881
Winter Haven Montessori

Winter Haven Montessori serves students ages infants to 3rd grade and offers VPK classes both morning and afternoon. Dedicated to providing a challenging educational environment in which each child is empowered to grow to his/her fullest potential academically, emotionally, physically and socially at each stage of development.

Daycare - Infants + Toddlers | Preschool / Daycare for Ages 2 & Up | Montessori Preschools | VPK Preschool Programs | Montessori Schools | Private Elementary Schools | Non-Religious Private Schools
305 Avenue East Southwest, Winter Haven, Florida 33880
WonderHere

WonderHere is a learn & play studio that offers hands-on homeschool classes, creative extracurriculars, homeschool support, summer and holiday camps, birthday parties, mommy & me toddler classes, & an open studio for free & structured play. The WonderHere Schoolhouse is a small private school for age 4 – 5th grade, founded on the principles of play-based, project-driven, and personalized education. Utilizing our Family-Style™ Schoolhouse model, children are taught core skills and concepts, while also getting the opportunity to explore their own interests with the guidance of teacher mentorship.

Mommy and Me Classes | Homeschool Enrichment - General | Homeschool Co-Ops + Social Groups | Supplemental Programs + Umbrella Schools | Homeschool Enrichment - Arts + Crafts | Homeschool Enrichment – Nature + Animals | Homeschool Enrichment - Sports + PE | Homeschool Enrichment - Theater | Private Elementary Schools | Non-Religious Private Schools | Private Schools in Lakeland
5120 Colbert Road, Lakeland, Florida 33812