Children's Rainbow Day School (2 years old K4) / Rainbow Christian Academy (K 8th grade) is a fully accredited, non-denominational Christian school in Miami, Florida founded to partner with families who want their children to receive an excellent academic education combined with a Biblical worldview in every subject. We desire to offer a safe, nurturing, family environment where families and faculty can partner together to bring up the whole child in a preschool, elementary, and middle school setting where "Christ is Honored and Children are Loved". We are committed to preparing students for advanced education, as well as Christian lives of leadership and service.
Our school, not only offers a solid academic education, but also provides many programs, courses, and opportunities which together nurture and develop the whole child. Such programs consist of, but are not limited to, music classes, instrument lessons, art classes, dance classes, sports, etc. We also offer after school care with supervised homework assistance and outdoor time on our large, shaded playground.
At Children's Rainbow Day School and Rainbow Christian Academy we believe that, "IT'S BETTER TO BUILD A CHILD, THAN REPAIR A MAN!".
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked FL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,550
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Children S Rainbow Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1981
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
338 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
82%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
22 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
uniforms-Ibiley
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
6550 / school year
Admissions Director
Mrs.Melissa Nehrbass
Admissions Associate
Theresa Ward
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chapel, Library
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Classes, Instrument Lessons, Music classes
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Physical Education
Chapel, Library
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Classes, Instrument Lessons, Music classes
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Physical Education
School Notes
- On May 27, 1981 Children's Rainbow Day School opened its door. Over the course of the the past school years, Rainbow has continued to offer many curricular and extracurricular programs throughout our day including advanced and remedial studies, sports and enrichment opportunities. We promise to provide the quality Christian education that you as parents desire for your children. The basis of our curriculum is ABeka Book materials. The ABeka Book curriculum is effective, creative, and instills academic excellence along with spiritual growth in every subject.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Children S Rainbow Day School cost?
Children S Rainbow Day School's tuition is approximately $6,550 for private students.
What sports does Children S Rainbow Day School offer?
Children S Rainbow Day School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.
What is Children S Rainbow Day School's ranking?
Children S Rainbow Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Children S Rainbow Day School?
The application deadline for Children S Rainbow Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 8/18/2015
This school has the BEST administrators, teachers, and staff, who very quickly become your FAMILY! They treat each student in the school as if they are their very own children. Aside from the EXCELLENT curriculum and delivery of instruction, the loving family environment will make you and your children feel right at home. My kids LOVE going to school and make me stick around when I go pick them up because they don't want to leave! I recommend this school for all children from ages 2-middle school.
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