Forming Character. Pursuing Excellence.
A College-Preparatory K-8 Education, Grounded in Character
Kingsminster Ponte Vedra is a Christ-centered, college-preparatory independent school opening August 2027 for families in Ponte Vedra, Nocatee, and the greater northern St. Johns and southern Duval area. Our academic model pairs rigorous, college-preparatory study with the kind of small, relationship-rich classrooms where children are truly known.
This is education designed to form the whole student—mind and character alike. Applications are now open for grades K-7.
Academic rigor, K through 8
An Elite, College-Preparatory K-8 Curriculum
From kindergarten through eighth grade, our curriculum is built to prepare students for the most demanding high schools and the lifelong pursuit of knowledge beyond them. We hold to a standard of academic excellence that refuses to compromise, grounding every subject in truth and wisdom.
Families frustrated by overcrowded or rezoned alternatives will find here a deliberate, enriching program designed around the way children actually learn. Here, high expectations and deep support are not opposites—they are inseparable.
Ready to plan ahead? Review our admissions process and tuition, or read more about the founding of Kingsminster.
Three elements guide everything we do
Christ-Centered Formation: The Kingsminster Crest
At Kingsminster, faith and learning are held in equal measure. Our crest expresses the heart of our mission—a formation that shapes knowledge, spirit, and the calling to lead.
We welcome families seeking an education where Christ is at the center without ever becoming preachy or exclusionary. Explore our full mission, vision and values.
The Book
The pursuit of knowledge grounded in truth and wisdom—the foundation of our academic life.
The Cross
Christ-centered formation and spiritual growth woven through every part of the student's day.
The Crown
Christ as King and the calling to courageous, faithful leadership and service.
The pillars that shape the Kingsminster experience
Small Classes. Strong Relationships. Real Enrichment.
We built Kingsminster to answer what so many families find missing elsewhere: small class sizes, meaningful student-teacher relationships, and an enriching daily rhythm.
When children are known by name and challenged with care, both character and achievement follow. These are the commitments we will not compromise.
Small Class Sizes
Intentionally small classrooms ensure every child is seen, supported, and genuinely known.
Strong Student-Teacher Relationships
Relationship-rich learning builds the trust and mentorship that elevate both character and academics.
A Formative Daily Rhythm
A thoughtful, faith-based academic enrichment program shapes the whole student, mind and spirit.
Christian school campus on Palm Valley Road
The Campus: 11 Acres Designed to Inspire
Kingsminster will sit on 11 acres behind St. Francis-in-the-Field church in Nocatee, with approximately 78,000 square feet of new facilities that blend traditional architecture with modern amenities.
The campus includes dedicated academic facilities, a chapel, and a gymnasium—spaces designed to support learning, worship, and community in equal measure. It is a place created to inspire students to pursue excellence every day.
Traditional architecture, reimagined for a modern K-8 campus
A chapel at the heart of campus life
Academic Facilities
Purpose-built classrooms and learning spaces for a rigorous K-8 college-preparatory program.
Chapel
A dedicated space for worship, reflection, and the spiritual life at the heart of the campus.
Gymnasium
A full gymnasium supporting athletics, assembly, and community gatherings.
Private school athletics—soccer, track and field
Athletics on Palm Valley Road
Competition and teamwork are part of forming character. Kingsminster will offer athletics including soccer and track and field on Palm Valley Road, giving students the chance to build discipline, courage, and camaraderie beyond the classroom.
On the field and the track, students learn perseverance and leadership that carry back into every part of their lives.
- Soccer
- Track and field
- A full gymnasium for training and assembly
Grades K-7, with applications open today
Opening August 2027 — And Building Toward It Now
Kingsminster opens its doors in August 2027, initially serving grades K-7. Groundbreaking and construction phase one are complete, and our academic program build-out and admission events are now in progress.
Families who inquire ahead of opening take the first step toward a founding place in our community. Questions about timing? Our frequently asked questions cover the essentials.
Step 1 · Complete
Groundbreaking Complete
Site development and construction phase one are finished.
Step 2 · In progress
Program Build-Out In Progress
Academic program development and admission events are underway now.
Step 3 · Now
Applications Open
We are now accepting applications for grades K-7.
Step 4 · August 2027
Doors Open August 2027
Kingsminster welcomes its founding students in August 2027.
Forming Character. Pursuing Excellence.
Begin the Conversation
Choosing where a child learns and grows is one of the most important decisions a family makes. We would be honored to help you discover whether Kingsminster is the right place for yours. Request a consultation to learn more about our academics, campus, and the admission process ahead of our August 2027 opening.
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