Rates
We want Christian education to be available for all students. Therefore, our rates are below the national average for private Christian schools, and we also accept all Step Up For Students scholarships, including Family Empowerment, McKay and Gardiner.
VPK is a FREE program offered by the state of Florida! We offer 4-day and 5-day classes, available for 4 and 5 years old.
For the 2022 school year we also started offering a Full Day Pre-Kindergarten class, which students (Age 4 by September 1) a fuller PreK experience.
CoLCA offers competitive rates for our Preschool classrooms (ages 2-4), as well as flexible scheduling. For more information and to share your child’s educational needs, please contact us at 239-482-7315.
Tuition
Preschool Rates
Children who are 2 years old through 4 years old (and not eligible for VPK) can experience a full or half day of active and play baed learning experiences.
Benefits
Your children will:
- Learn about the love of their Savior, Jesus, through story, songs, and games.
- Grow their social emotional skills through playful interactions with their peers.
- Be exposed to basic literacy, math, science, and social studies concepts.
Tuition
Rates and policy are subject to correction or change without prior notice.
Monthly Tuition is due by the 5th of the month.
A $100 Annual Registration Fee (non-refundable) is due with application.
| Monthly Tuition | Half Day 9am – 1pm | Full Day 7:30am – 5:30pm |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Days (Mon – Fri) | $720 [$180 weekly] | $1,020 [$255 weekly] |
Tuition rates are calculated on a yearly (12-month) basis. Credits are not issued for pre-planned/holiday closures as outlined in our Parent Handbook.
VPK Rates
Rates and policy are subject to correction or change without prior notice. Updated 05/2024
Crown of Life Christian Academy offers FREE preschool for eligible 4 and 5 year old’s through the State of Florida’s Voluntary Prekindergarten Program. We offer developmentally appropriate play-based learning in a safe, stable, and loving Christian environment. Following the High Scope Curriculum, our students are given key learning experiences in an exploratory, play-based setting.
Student’s Daily Schedule
4 Day VPK
The 4 Day VPK Students will attend school Mondays – Thursdays from 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
5 Day VPK
The 5 Day VPK Students will attend school Mondays – Fridays from 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
- Teachers will provided a detailed classroom schedule.
- Students may arrive between 8:15-8:30 AM when the school doors open.
- Students are dismissed from
- 4 Day VPK: 12:30-12:45 PM.
- 5 Day VPK: 11:30-11:45 AM.
- Those remaining on campus after dismissal will be checked into Extended Care at the hourly rate of $10/hr.
VPK Extended Day Drop-In Fees
4 Day VPK Students 7:30 – 8:30 AM & 12:30 – 5:30 PM | Annually | 5 Day VPK Students 7:30 – 8:30 AM &11:30 – 5:30 PM | Annually | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly – $10 per hour | based on usage | $10 per hour | based on usage |
Soccer Shots
Soccer Shots is available for VPK students at an additional cost. It is not included in the VPK fees.
Soccer Shots:
- Meets on Tuesdays.
- Holds 3 sessions per year comprising of 10 weeks each.
- Visit Soccer Shots for more information
Pre-Kindergarten Rates
Rates and policy are subject to correction or change without prior notice.
Children who are 4 years old by September 1st can experience a full day (8:30 AM – 3:30 PM) of active learning experiences. Students with a valid VPK certificate will receive a special scholarship applied to their tuition.
Benefits
Your children will:
- Have more time to learn and explore.
- Experience a more school like experience throughout the day from 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
- Includes extended care from 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM ($10 a day savings!)
- Have two schedule options to choose from: 4 Day (Mon-Thu) or 5 Day (Mon-Fri)
Tuition
| Tuition: | $10,000 |
| Registration Fee: (Due with Application) | $250 |
| Sub Total: | $10,250 |
| Applied Scholarship: (with VPK Certificate) | $3,000* |
| Annual Tuition: | $7,250 |
| 1st Month’s Tuition due by August 5 | $475 |
| Monthly Tuition (9 Months Sep – May): | $725 |
How does that compare:
VPK experience $0 – $800 Monthly: (Pre-Kindergarten $725 monthly)
- Attend school from 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM or 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
- Requires the VPK Certificate.
- Drop-in extended care available. Fees can reach up to $200 weekly.
Preschool for 3 & 4 year-olds (without VPK Certificate $670 – $950) monthly:
- $100 Registration.
- $670 Monthly Fee -Half Day 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
- $950 Monthly Fee -Full Day 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM.
- No Scholarship Available.
Elementary Rates
Rates and policy are subject to correction or change without prior notice.
Family Responsibility
The family of each student will:
- Ensure student’s records are up to date and complete, including birth certificate, FL Health Form, FL Immunization Record, and academic records from previous schools.
- Ensure students attend school regularly, on time, and are prepared for the day.
- Ensure students adhere to the dress code.
- Adhere to the policies and guidelines in the Crown of Life Christian Academy Family Handbook.
Tuition
| Tuition: | $10,000 |
| Book & Activity Fee: | $650 |
| Registration Fee: (Due with Application) | $250 |
| Annual tuition | $10,900 |
| 1st Month’s Tuition due by August 5: | $840 |
| Monthly Tuition (9 Months; Sept – May): | $1,090 |
Tuition, Fees, Registration
Tuition for the 2025-2026 Academic Year is $10,000
- Tuition is due by the 5th of each month. A late payment fee may be assessed.
- A sibling discount of 8% is available for each additional elementary student enrolled.
- Annual Payment discount of 2.5% is available for pre-paying the full year’s tuition.
- Crown of Life Christian Academy accepts all Step Up for Students (SUFS) scholarships.
Book & Activity Fee for the 2025-2026 Academic Year is $650
- Book fee includes all consumable books, supplies, and materials.
- Co-curricular P.E. sessions for grades kindergarten through 5th grade are included.
Registration for the 2025-2026 Academic Year is $250
- Registration fee is due at the time of application.
- Registration, book, and activity fees are non-refundable and are used to cover costs associated with enrollment or re-enrollment.
Extended care available (7:30 AM – 8:30 AM & 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM)
- Convenient daily rate of $5 for before care only, $10 for after care only or $15 for both.
Step Up For Students Scholarships (FTC, FES-EO, FES-UA, AAA)
For families receiving Step Up for Students scholarships (FTC, FES-EO, FES-UA, and AAA), CoLCA estimates the out-of-pocket cost for tuition, above what the scholarship covers, will be approximately $200-275 per month, which does not include any sibling discounts or additional scholarships provided by CoLCA. This is an estimate only, CoLCA cannot guarantee how much will be provided by state scholarships next year.
Extended Day Rates
Crown of Life Christian Academy wrap around care for Elementary.
Kindergarten – 6th Grade students may arrive at school as early as 7:30 AM and remain as late as 5:30 PM utilizing our wrap around care services.
Extended care is available for a convenient daily rate of $5 for before care only, $10 for after care only, or $15 for both.
Rates and policy are subject to correction or change without prior notice. Updated 10/2025.