St. James Um Preschool in Tampa, FL, offers an early childhood program serving 180 udents in pre鈥搆indergarten 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鈥搕eacher ratio of 90:1.
James Um Preschool is located in Tampa Palms and serves a co鈥揺ducational population with 7.14% udents of color.
Quick Facts (2026)
- 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 Overview
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.: 47%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Average Class Size
14 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
2days $180 3days $230
VPK 4 yr. program
Admissions Director
Tammie Sutton
Admissions Associate
Tammie Sutton
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
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.
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
Popular comparisons: St. James Um Preschool vs. Family Of Christ Christian School
The nearest high school to St. James Um Preschool is American Youth Academy (3.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Family Of Christ Christian School (0.3 miles away)
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(813) 558-9343
Tampa, FL 33647
(813) 558-9343
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Tampa Palms KinderCare ![Tampa Palms KinderCare Photo - Tampa Palms KinderCare]( "Tampa Palms KinderCare Photo - Tampa Palms KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
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Tampa, FL 33647
(813) 972-0907
Tampa, FL 33647
(813) 972-0907
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Primrose School Of Crosscreek
Daycare / Preschool
10301 Cross Creek Blvd
Tampa, FL 33647
(813) 994-6800
Tampa, FL 33647
(813) 994-6800
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(813) 987-9282
Tampa, FL 33617
(813) 987-9282
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The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
13401 Tampa Oaks Boulevard
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(813) 978-8100
Tampa, FL 33637
(813) 978-8100
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5905 E 130th Avenue
Tampa, FL 33617
(813) 987-9282
Tampa, FL 33617
(813) 987-9282
3.1 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 1,223 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 19 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Presley Learning Center Academy
Alternative School
18105 Ashton Park Way
Tampa, FL 33647
(813) 471-7163
Tampa, FL 33647
(813) 471-7163
4.1 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 15 students
North Tampa Christian Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
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(813) 991-0801
Wesley Chapel, FL 33544
(813) 991-0801
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La Roca Christian Academy
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Tampa, FL 33613
(813) 512-8184
Tampa, FL 33613
(813) 512-8184
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Tampa, FL 33613
(813) 284-4800
Tampa, FL 33613
(813) 284-4800
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Family Of Christ Christian School ![Family Of Christ Christian School Photo - Walk-a-thon]( "Family Of Christ Christian School Photo - Walk-a-thon")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
16190 Bruce B Downs Blvd
Tampa, FL 33647
(813) 558-9343
Tampa, FL 33647
(813) 558-9343
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 404 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
5905 E 130th Avenue
Tampa, FL 33617
(813) 987-9282
Tampa, FL 33617
(813) 987-9282
3.1 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 1,223 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 19 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Libertas Academy
(Christian)
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Tampa, FL 33617
(813) 964-1779
Tampa, FL 33617
(813) 964-1779
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Gr: K-8 | 34 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Montessori Preparatory School
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(813) 899-2345
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(813) 899-2345
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The Presley Learning Center Academy
Alternative School
18105 Ashton Park Way
Tampa, FL 33647
(813) 471-7163
Tampa, FL 33647
(813) 471-7163
4.1 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 15 students
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Family Of Christ Christian School ![Family Of Christ Christian School Photo - Walk-a-thon]( "Family Of Christ Christian School Photo - Walk-a-thon")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
16190 Bruce B Downs Blvd
Tampa, FL 33647
(813) 558-9343
Tampa, FL 33647
(813) 558-9343
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 404 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
Tampa Palms KinderCare ![Tampa Palms KinderCare Photo - Tampa Palms KinderCare]( "Tampa Palms KinderCare Photo - Tampa Palms KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
5209 Tampa Palms Blvd.
Tampa, FL 33647
(813) 972-0907
Tampa, FL 33647
(813) 972-0907
0.9 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Primrose School Of Crosscreek
Daycare / Preschool
10301 Cross Creek Blvd
Tampa, FL 33647
(813) 994-6800
Tampa, FL 33647
(813) 994-6800
1.2 miles
Gr: NS-K | 170 students
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Tampa, FL 33617
(813) 987-9282
Tampa, FL 33617
(813) 987-9282
3.1 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 1,223 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 19 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
13401 Tampa Oaks Boulevard
Tampa, FL 33637
(813) 978-8100
Tampa, FL 33637
(813) 978-8100
3.5 miles
Gr: NS-K
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