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About Graceful Christian Academy

A Christ-centered private school in Saint Cloud, Florida, committed to nurturing the spiritual, academic, and personal growth of every child in Pre-K4 through 3rd grade.

Students at Graceful Christian Academy
2025 Founded
Our Story

Rooted in Faith.
Focused on Every Child.

Graceful Christian Academy was founded in 2025 with a clear and purposeful calling: to provide Saint Cloud families with a private school where faith and academic excellence go hand in hand. From the very beginning, our founders envisioned a place where children are known by name, loved unconditionally, and equipped with the skills and character to fulfill their God-given potential.

We serve students in Pre-K4 through 3rd grade, a foundational window when habits of mind, heart, and spirit are formed for life. Our program blends evidence-based academics with Biblical values, small class sizes, and individualized support, including Structured Literacy using the Orton-Gillingham approach, executive functioning coaching, and social-emotional development. Families choose GCA because every child receives the personal attention a large classroom simply cannot offer.

As a faith-based private school operating under EIN 83-2205566, Graceful Christian Academy welcomes students from within and outside the local district. We accept eligible Step Up for Students scholarships and are committed to making a quality Christian education accessible to families across the Saint Cloud community and beyond.

PreK4–3rdGrades Served
40Total Capacity
1:5Student-Teacher Ratio
8:00 AMSchool Day Start
2025Year Established
What We Stand For

Our Core Values

Every classroom interaction, curriculum decision, and family conversation at Graceful Christian Academy is guided by these foundational commitments.

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Christ-Centered Education

Biblical values are woven into every subject and every school day. We believe faith and academic excellence strengthen each other, producing students of knowledge and character.

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Every Child Matters

With intentionally small class sizes, no child is lost in the crowd. We know each student by name, adapt instruction to their needs, and celebrate every milestone they reach.

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Evidence-Based Instruction

We use proven, research-backed methods including Structured Literacy (Orton-Gillingham) to build strong foundational skills in reading, writing, and critical thinking.

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Family Partnership

Parents are our most important partners. We maintain open communication, involve families in their child's progress, and build a community where everyone belongs.

How We Teach

A Curriculum Built for
Every Learner

Our educational model is Christ-centered, individualized, and grounded in evidence-based best practices. We combine the rigor of traditional academics with the flexibility to meet every child exactly where they are, whether they are excelling, catching up, or navigating a learning difference such as dyslexia, ADHD, or autism.

Literacy

Structured Literacy (Orton-Gillingham)

We use the Orton-Gillingham approach to reading instruction, a sequential, multi-sensory method proven to help all readers, including those with dyslexia, build strong phonics and decoding skills.

Executive Function

Organization and Self-Regulation Support

We teach students the skills of planning, focus, and independence. Executive functioning strategies are embedded into daily routines so children build lifelong habits of self-management.

STEM

Hands-On, Inquiry-Based Learning

Science, engineering, and math come alive through experiments, building challenges, and real-world problem solving. We prioritize exploration and curiosity over passive screen time.

Whole Child

Social, Emotional, and Spiritual Growth

Academic skills matter, and so does character. We nurture kindness, resilience, and faith alongside reading and math, helping students grow into compassionate, confident human beings.

Learning at Graceful Christian Academy
Our People

The Team Behind Every Child's Success

Our educators are experienced, highly qualified, and deeply committed to the children and families of Graceful Christian Academy.

School Leadership

School Leadership

Principal and Administration

Led by Principal Joexly Sanchez, our leadership team sets the vision and culture of GCA, ensuring every family receives a high-quality, Christ-centered educational experience in a safe and welcoming environment.

Classroom Educators

Classroom Educators

Certified Teachers, Pre-K4 through Grade 3

Our classroom teachers bring graduate-level training and a genuine passion for early childhood education. They provide individualized, relationship-driven instruction that meets each learner where they are and helps them grow every day.

Student Support Team

Student Support Team

Intervention and Family Engagement

Our support staff provide targeted academic interventions, behavioral guidance, and family partnership coordination. From Structured Literacy coaching to ESOL support, they ensure no student is left without the help they need to thrive.

Take the Next Step

Ready to See Graceful Christian Academy for Yourself?

Schedule a personal tour and meet our team. Tours are available by appointment Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. No commitment required.