Villa Preparatory Academy — Homestead, FL
2025–2026 School Registration Now Open 2025 Summer Enrichment Camp — Flash Sale Available Accepting Step Up for Students Scholarships McKay & Gardiner Scholarships Welcome Flex, Homeschool & Credit Recovery Programs Available Bilingual Instruction: English, Spanish & Creole National School Lunch Program — Free & Reduced Meals #1 Top Rated Non-Profit Private School in Homestead 2025–2026 School Registration Now Open 2025 Summer Enrichment Camp — Flash Sale Available Accepting Step Up for Students Scholarships McKay & Gardiner Scholarships Welcome Flex, Homeschool & Credit Recovery Programs Available Bilingual Instruction: English, Spanish & Creole National School Lunch Program — Free & Reduced Meals #1 Top Rated Non-Profit Private School in Homestead
Est. 12+ Years · Homestead, Florida

Where Every Child
Finds Their Excellence

Villa Preparatory Academy is Homestead's #1 rated non-profit private school — nurturing bright minds from Pre-K through 8th grade with academic rigor, bilingual instruction, and unwavering family values.

12+
Years of Excellence
164
Students Enrolled
16:1
Student–Teacher Ratio
$0
Tuition With Scholarship
Latest Updates

What's Happening at VPA

Stay in the loop with important dates, programs, and community news from our campus.

🔥 Open Now

2025–2026 School Registration

Registration is open! VPA operates with a waiting list — if we do not hear from you within 10 days of acceptance, your child's spot will be reassigned. Secure your place today.

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☀️ Summer 2025

Summer Enrichment Camp Flash Sale

Don't let summer learning loss happen! Our Summer Enrichment Program keeps students engaged and academically sharp all break long. Limited spots remain — flash sale pricing available now.

Register for Summer Camp
📚 Programs

Flex, Homeschool & Credit Recovery

VPA now offers expanded flexible learning options including homeschool integration and credit recovery programs — giving every student a personalized path to success.

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🏆 Award

#1 Top Rated Private School in Homestead

VPA has earned the distinction of being the top-rated non-profit private school in Homestead, FL — recognized by parents and the community for outstanding academic results and culture.

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🎓 Alumni

VPA Alumni Spotlight

Our graduates continue to shine! A recent VPA alumna — who attended throughout elementary and middle school — graduated South Dade Senior High and is now fully committed to Barry University. We are so proud!

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🍽️ NSLP

Free Meals for Every Student

As a National School Lunch Program provider, all VPA students receive free or reduced breakfast and lunch every school day. A healthy body supports a healthy mind.

About NSLP
In VPA, students are not just a number. Each child knows they are part of a family — and that they have a team they can count on.
ZV
Zoraida Villanueva, Ed.S
Founder & School Principal

Dear Families, registration time is here again — a time to review our goals and renew our commitments. Continuing under the same family leadership for over 12 years, VPA provides a solid academic, social, emotional, and cultural foundation for our students.

We guide students to become better human beings with sound values and ethics, clear and firm ideas, open minds, healthy bodies, and sensitive and strong spirits.

Our commitment is to provide a well-rounded education — to look at each child as an individual, and to keep the spirit of love and respect that is the trademark of Villa Preparatory Academy.

We look forward to a rewarding and successful 2025–2026 academic year!

Academic Offerings

Programs Designed for Every Learner

From rigorous core academics to specialized support, VPA meets every student where they are.

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Core Academic Program

Rigorous Pearson Curriculum aligned with Florida Standards, available in English, Spanish, and Creole — ensuring every student has access to excellence in their language.

Pre-K – Grade 8
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Homeschool Integration

VPA's flexible homeschool program gives families the structure of private school with the adaptability of home-based learning. Certified teachers. Real results.

All Grades

Flex Program

Our innovative Flex program offers students a blended schedule that accommodates different learning styles, work paces, and family needs while maintaining academic standards.

Grades 5–12
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Credit Recovery

For students who need to reclaim lost credits or get back on track, VPA's Credit Recovery program provides a clear, supported path to academic success and on-time graduation.

Middle & High
🧩

IEP & Special Needs Unit

A specialized unit serves students with IEPs, EPS, LEP, and other special needs. Our highly-qualified, state-certified teachers provide individualized, differentiated instruction.

All Ages
☀️

Summer Enrichment Camp

Learning doesn't stop when the bell rings for summer. Our Enrichment Camp prevents learning loss with engaging academic, social, and creative activities throughout the break.

Summer 2025
Access to Excellence

A Private School Education — Completely Free

VPA accepts Florida's major scholarship programs, making a premium private school education accessible to every family regardless of income. Your child deserves this.

Step Up for Students
McKay Scholarship
Gardiner Scholarship
Family Empowerment Scholarship
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Who We Are

Our Vision, Mission & Core Values

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Our Vision

To promote academic excellence and personal growth in a collaborative union supported by teachers, parents, and community members working as one.

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Our Mission

To provide our diverse student body with an enriching educational foundation that cultivates achievement, excellence, and leadership for life.

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Core Values

Achievement · Excellence · Leadership · Citizenship · Consistency · Innovation · Honesty · Respect · Responsibility · Perseverance · Authenticity.

From the Campus

Life at Villa Prep

A glimpse into the rich academic life, field trips, celebrations, and milestones that make VPA extraordinary.

🎓 Alumni
Alumni Spotlight 2025

VPA Alum Commits to Barry University

From VPA elementary and middle school to South Dade Senior High — and now fully committed to Barry University. This is what a VPA education looks like!

🍎 Community
Community 2025

Teacher Appreciation Week Celebrated

VPA went all out for Teacher Appreciation Week — Starbucks treats, donuts, yogurt bowls, and heartfelt letters. Our teachers are the heart of everything we do. Thank you!

Event
Event 2025

Annual Promotion Ceremony

Our annual promotion ceremony is one of the most celebrated milestones in the VPA calendar — recognizing the academic growth and achievements of our students.

📚 Free Tutoring
Outreach Ongoing

Free Reading Tutoring — K through 5

VPA offers free reading tutoring for students in grades K–5 attending public and charter schools. Individual and small group options available. Call (305) 247-5858 to learn more.

Parent Reviews

What Families Are Saying

Hear from the parents and students who call VPA home.

"Villa Preparatory Academy is the best school I have ever been to. I have learned so much and the teachers are great — they really push you to be your best."

VS
VPA Student
Current Enrollment

"Absolutely amazing staff! They really care for the children and families. An environment of love and learning. They set high standards and every child rises to meet them."

MP
VPA Parent
Parent of Current Student

"The best education my daughter has ever received! Excellent teachers, staff, curriculum, and environment. She is now eager to learn every single day."

LP
VPA Parent
Parent Review — Yelp
Join the VPA Family

Give Your Child the Best Start

Enrollment is limited and we operate on a waiting list. Take the first step toward your child's future at Homestead's top-rated private school — completely free with qualifying scholarships.