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Ivybrook Valley Ridge

Ivybrook Academy Valley Ridge, FL

Discover Our Innovative Learning Approach

At Ivybrook Academy Valley Ridge, we’re redefining early childhood education with our half-day preschool programs. Our school is a beacon of innovative learning tailored specifically for the curious minds of young learners. We strive to create a nurturing environment where your child can grow, explore, and discover their unique potential.

We utilize an educational philosophy that is grounded in an innovative approach that blends Montessori principles with Reggio Emilia's emphasis on creative expression. This fusion ensures that our students enjoy a learning experience that is both structured and flexible, designed to cater to their individual learning styles. 

We offer the following programs:

  • Toddler Preschool
  • Preschool for 2 Year Olds
  • Preschool for 3 Year Olds
  • Preschool for 4-5 Year Olds
  • Private Kindergarten

Our half-day programs are meticulously crafted to provide an enriching curriculum that includes literacy, mathematics, science, social studies, and the arts, all while encouraging social-emotional development.

To schedule a tour of our campus, contact us online or call (904) 227-3320 today!

Your Child’s Future Starts Here

Ivybrook Academy Valley Ridge offers programs for children ages 18 months through 6 years. The curriculum for each program is designed to meet the various needs of children in the age group. Our programs include the following: 

  • Toddler Preschool– This program provides toddlers with a safe and nurturing environment where they will be able to express themselves in a variety of ways. Our multifaceted curriculum is presented through developmentally appropriate activities that include art, movement, language arts, and math.
  • Preschool for 2-Year-Olds– To meet the unique needs of each learner at this important age stage, we break this program into younger and older 2-year-olds. These classrooms will support intellectual and social development with relationship-building activities.
  • Preschool for 3-Year-Olds– In this program, students will begin to critically think about and explore the world around them and our educators will identify each student’s unique learning style. Students will also practice practical life skills, like wiping, pouring, and sorting.
  • Preschool for 4 & 5-Year-Olds – We are proud to be a State of Florida VPK provider with exceptional CLASS assessment scores. Our preschool program for 4- and 5-year-olds focuses on building strong foundational skills and identifying areas for growth. Students engage in enriching, focused learning experiences that nurture reading readiness and problem-solving abilities. Graduates of our Pre-K and TK programs leave not only well-prepared for Kindergarten but also excited and confident as they begin their elementary school journey.
  • Private Kindergarten– We offer private Kindergarten classes that accept the State of Florida Step Up for Students Scholarships, including the Florida Tax Credit Scholarship, the Family Empowerment Scholarship for Educational Opportunities, and the Family Empowerment Scholarship for Students with Unique Abilities. These Scholarships cover the majority of tuition costs. Our Kindergarten students benefit from a blended Montessori and Reggio Emilia curriculum while meeting all State of Florida educational standards. In addition to academics, we believe in providing a well-rounded experience with opportunities for daily art, music, library time, outdoor gross motor activities, and dramatic play.
  • Summer Camp– Just because the school year ends doesn’t mean children stop learning. Our Summer Camp program offers fun themed activities and adventures. Through these hands-on sensory-rich experiences, children will have such a great time, they’ll have no idea they are learning! Contact us at (904) 227-3320 to learn about this year’s summer program.

Our Valley Ridge private preschool draws from three popular educational philosophies: Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and the Theory of Multiple Intelligences. This hybrid educational approach allows children to learn in their own way and grow at their own pace. We provide a safe, comfortable, and nurturing environment where they can thrive. 

We Offer Private Campus Tours

Ivybrook Academy Valley Ridge wants families to feel confident in their preschool choice. That’s why we offer private tours of our campus and the opportunity to ask questions of our administrators. You may have other choices for preschools in St. Johns County, but we are confident that, once you experience the Ivybrook way, you’ll know why so many families choose us to help their children find their voices, embrace their individuality, and become compassionate citizens.

 

All instructional personnel, educational support employees, and school administrators have an obligation to report misconduct by instructional personnel, educational support employees and school administrators which affects the health, safety, or welfare of a student. Examples of misconduct include obscene language, drug and alcohol use, disparaging comments, prejudice or bigotry, sexual innuendo, cheating or testing violations, physical aggression, and accepting or offering favors. Reports of misconduct of employees should be made to Heather Hinkel. 

Reports of misconduct committed by administrators should be made to Carolyn Lott. Legally sufficient allegations of misconduct by Florida certified educators will be reported to the Office of Professional Practices Services. Policies and procedures for reporting misconduct by instructional personnel or school administrators which affect the health, safety, or welfare of a student are posted in the school administrator's office and on our Web site at https://www.ivybrookacademy.com/julington-creek/.

*Pursuant to 1002.421(1)(j), Florida Statutes, A parentally placed private school student with a disability does not have an individual right to receive some or all of the special education and related services that the student would receive if enrolled in a public school under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), as amended. Our Kindergarten educator will hold one of the following requirements in accordance with section 1002.421(1)(h), Florida Statutes. *Bachelor's degree or higher in any subject *Three or more years of K-12th grade teaching experience *Special skills, knowledge, or expertise that qualifies them to provide K-12th grade subjects.

Our Address

10660 US-1
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32081
(904) 227-3320

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