Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
St. James Um Preschool
About the School
- St. James Um Preschool in Tampa, FL, offers an early childhood program serving 180 udents in pre–kindergarten within a suburban neighborhood.
- Founded in 1995, the preschool has a Methodi religious orientation and maintains a casual dress code.
- The school has 2 teachers and an average class size of 14, resulting in a udent–teacher ratio of 90:1.
- James Um Preschool is located in Tampa Palms and serves a co–educational population with 7.14% udents of color.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
180 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 48%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Average Class Size
14 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
2days $180 3days $230
VPK 4 yr. program
Admissions Director
Tammie Sutton
Admissions Associate
Tammie Sutton
Application URL
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. James Um Preschool often compared to?
St. James Um Preschool is often viewed alongside schools like Family Of Christ Christian School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for St. James Um Preschool?
The application deadline for St. James Um Preschool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. James Um Preschool located?
St. James Um Preschool is located in the Tampa Palms neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 1 other private schools located in Tampa Palms.
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Popular comparisons: St. James Um Preschool vs. Family Of Christ Christian School
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The nearest elementary school and preschool is Family Of Christ Christian School (0.3 miles away)
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