Our goal at The First Academy Preschool is to provide a safe, loving environment for our littlest Royals to grow developmentally, socially, and spiritually. Our play-based, child-centered program creates connection and community during these early formative years. We promote curiosity and creativity while partnering with parents on developmental milestones. At The First Academy Preschool, your child will be known, loved, and prayed for every day. Preschool families may apply to continue their school journey at The First Academy where their children will be immersed in a Christ-centered, college preparatory experience, from 4-Years-Old through graduation. For more information about the Preschool, contact preschool@thefirstacademy.org.
Preschool Programs
Parents have the flexibility to choose a program that is not only right for their child’s needs but also works best for their family’s schedule. Children in both our 3-day and 5-day programs enjoy opportunities to learn, grow, rest, and play throughout the day. The program type of Infant, Toddler, K-Prep 2, and K-Prep 3 is determined by the child’s age and birthday in relation to September 1st of the upcoming school year.
3-Day Program (Tu/W/Th)
Our 3-day program is available for Toddlers and K-Prep 2’s & 3’s
5-Day Program (M–F)
Our 5-day program is available for Infants, Toddlers, and K-Prep 2’s & 3’s.
Preschool Hours
Our hours give our littlest Royals full days to learn and grow. The program hours are 7:30 am to 3:00 pm. Drop-off and pick-up windows are outlined below.
Morning Drop Off
7:30 am – 8:30 am
Afternoon Pick Up
3:00 pm
A LOVING ENVIRONMENT
A Safe Space
In addition to designated Preschool spaces — one pick up and drop off area, playground, and secure classrooms — each Preschool classroom has appropriately sized furniture and age-appropriate rest areas. The First Academy has a dedicated safety team, campus security on duty, and background checks are required for all staff.
Developmental Milestones
The First Academy Preschool provides a nurturing environment for the growth of our youngest learners. Infant, toddler, two, and three-year-old milestones are supported through play, social-emotional learning, gross-motor activities, and fine-motor skills.
Preschool Location & Calendar
The First Academy Preschool is located in First Orlando’s newly renovated KIDS 1 Building. Please view our campus map for the program location. Click here for the Annual 2023-2024 Preschool Annual Calendar.
Preschool Admissions
Preschool Tuition & Fees
For associated costs, please download and review The Preschool’s Tuition & Fees Sheet for 2024-2025. For questions and information, please contact The Preschool at preschool@thefirstacademy.org.
How to Apply
Applying is easy using FACTS’s Online Application. We encourage families to apply online as it simplifies submission and provides parents with a tool for online tracking of the status of their admission after their application has been submitted. A non-refundable application fee of $100 must be submitted with each application.
Create an Online Application
To begin the Online Application process, Create an Account. Then login to your account and Create A New Student Application for your child. You will then have the flexibility to log in and out of your account and access your open application.
After submitting the application, you will be able to track your admissions status at the school by logging into your account. There you will be able to print the completed applications, monitor when the school receives supplemental application forms, and, if necessary, reprint the supplemental forms.
We Look Forward to Meeting You
Please contact The Preschool at preschool@thefirstacademy.org to schedule your personal tour.
Since God’s love extends equally to all people, The First Academy welcomes and encourages any of His children regardless of race, color, or nationality to apply for admission, scholarship, and any/all programs of the school and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, or nationality in the administration of any program of the school.
Meet a Teacher
Meet a Teacher
“It takes a big heart to shape little minds. I’ve been at TFA for five years. It’s been an absolute joy seeing smiling faces of three-year-olds that are so happy and ready to learn. One of the best areas of impact in the classroom is how we model and encourage biblical traits, such as showing kindness towards others with words and actions. There is a big emphasis in K-Prep on helping the children learn how to interact with one another socially and treating each other like Jesus would treat them — it’s something we are always modeling and teaching. TFA rocks!”
Sharonda Snyder
Preschool Teacher
Interested in touring?
Schedule a tour today by contacting The First Academy Preschool at
407-206-8861 or preschool@thefirstacademy.org.