Love island prep I've had a great experience they're on top of things and very professional..I feel…read moresafe leaving my son here under their care

I implore you to choose a different school. My experience here has been the literal worst. Office…read morestaff and teachers were just not friendly. MS. J... ALWAYS blatantly displayed favoritism of children. I was utterly sickened. Every day after school my child would tell me how MS. J... was just always yelling at them all day and how they always had to put their heads down. Who in their right mind would employ someone who constantly yells at and punishes preschoolers? And the kicker, before I forget, the same MS. J..., on two separate occasions, was at the counter talking to another teacher about how much she hates her job and wants to leave. Who runs this place?

Veritas Classical School, St. Augustine, FL…read more When God speaks, we listen. That's what led our family to uproot our lives in Southwest Florida and move to St. Augustine -- not for a job, not for retirement dreams, but for a school. Veritas Classical School wasn't just an option; it was a calling. And from the moment our daughter walked through their doors, we knew we had followed His voice to exactly the right place. Our daughter recently graduated from Veritas after attending for just two years, in 11th and 12th grade. If we could go back in time, our only regret would be not enrolling her sooner. The growth we saw in her--spiritually, academically, and personally--was nothing short of extraordinary. Veritas helped shape her into a confident, compassionate young woman grounded in biblical truth. The richness of a classical education, interwoven with a deep reverence for Scripture, provided a foundation that no other school we'd experienced could offer. This was not our first venture into Christian education. We had enrolled her previously in a Baptist Christian school, which, while well-meaning, simply didn't compare. Veritas stands apart in the way it fully integrates a Christ-centered worldview across every subject and activity. It's not just about learning about God--it's about learning through God's lens. One of the most beautiful aspects of Veritas is how welcoming the community is across denominations. While rooted in a strong biblical foundation, the school joyfully welcomes students from various Christian traditions. Our daughter studied alongside Baptist, Episcopalian, and even Catholic classmates. There is a genuine spirit of unity in Christ, and students are encouraged to grow in their personal walk with the Lord while learning how to think critically and live faithfully. From the moment we connected with the leadership, including the Head Principal and the Rhetoric Principal, to our daily interactions with teachers and staff, we felt enveloped in a community that genuinely loves their students. Their hearts are tender, their expectations are high, and their desire to see students walk in God's grace is clear in all they do. The classical model demands rigor, but at Veritas, it's paired with deep encouragement and discipleship. One of the crowning testimonies to Veritas' impact is that our daughter was accepted into Liberty University--a dream come true for her, and a path we truly believe would not have opened without the excellence, guidance, and spiritual formation she received at Veritas. No school is perfect, and if we were to offer one area for growth, it would be communication. At times, there were gaps that made it hard to stay fully informed as parents. But even with that said, the integrity, love, and mission of this school overshadowed any logistical shortcomings. Veritas Classical School isn't just a place of learning; it's a place of becoming--becoming who God created you to be. We will forever be grateful for the role this school played in our daughter's life and in our family's journey of faith. We walked in as hopeful parents. We left as firm believers in the mission of Christian classical education when it's done with conviction, excellence, and, above all, the love of Christ. If God is nudging your heart toward Veritas, don't hesitate. Listen, obey, and watch Him move. -- A Thankful Parent Class of 2025 Graduate Family St. Augustine, FL

This school is absolutely terrible. I enrolled my children here and they got bullied every day for…read morethe entire year and the school did nothing about it!! Half of the kids smoke weed in the bathrooms and cheat on all of the assignments, there is absolutely nothing in place to hold back the children who need to be held back. Good luck if you want your kid to have a good highschool experience because you won't find that here.

My daughter had a great experience with Elite, both Ms Elaine and Ms Desire were very helpful and…read morepatient in their training. Highly recommend!

Great experience with both lessons and road test! Will…read moredefinatly be back with my son! Thank you!

We are incredibly happy with Island Prep! We had a bad experience at our last school with our twin…read moregirls. Because of the reputation of Island Prep, we were willing to wait until the "West Whale" was open so they could go here, and it has worked out beautifully. Our girls have completely different personalities, and both of them have flourished in both classes so far (they are currently in VPK with Ms. Wilder).

From the owner: Island Prep Preschool and Kindergarten, located on US1 South across the street from the south…read moreentrance of the Shores. Opening Spring 2018 for toddlers through kindergarten. Now enrolling Summer Camp for school aged children, & VPK classes and kindergarten students for the 2018-19 academic year. Please use our website to secure your child's spot!

we had a lot of fun taking a lesson at St Augustine Surf School. Dustin is very friendly, and…read moreprofessional. Great experience!

My son took a surf lesson for his 13th birthday and loved every minute of it! Cole is a great…read moreinstructor. We will be back!