Private School Options Near Hunter's Creek: Center Academy, Primrose & More
A family's guide to independent, faith-based, and specialized private schools in the Hunter's Creek area of South Orlando
Hunter's Creek is a master-planned community in Orange County, FL (zip code 32837), located in South Orlando near the intersection of the Florida Turnpike and US 192. The area has 8 private schools within the 32837 zip code, serving approximately 1,005 students. Notable private school options nearby include Center Academy (grades 4–12, special education focus, tuition ~$15,680/year), Primrose School of Hunter's Creek (infant through kindergarten, Town Center Blvd), Ibn Seena Academy (PreK–12, Islamic, tuition ~$5,250/year), and Regency Christian Academy (PreK–12, Baptist). Approximately 9% of K–12 students in the 32837 zip code attend private school, compared to a Florida state average of 14%.
Here's something a lot of families discover when they're weighing a move to South Orlando: Hunter's Creek punches above its weight class when it comes to private school variety. The 32837 zip code has a surprisingly rich mix of independent, faith-based, and specialized private options — all within a few miles of the neighborhood's main corridors.
Whether you have a child who needs a more structured learning environment, a toddler ready for a premium early childhood program, or a family whose values align with a specific faith tradition, the schools covered here deserve a spot on your research list. Hunter's Creek sits at a convenient crossroads in South Orlando — close to Kissimmee to the south, with quick Florida Turnpike access heading north — making private school options in 32837 genuinely accessible. For a broader look at the area, check out our Hunters Creek Town Center guide.
Center Academy – Hunter's Creek: A Specialized Option for Students with Learning Differences
If your household includes a student who's been "falling through the cracks" in a traditional school setting, Center Academy at Hunter's Creek is probably already on your radar. This school has built its entire identity around students with ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, and other learning differences — and has been doing it since the Center Academy network was founded in 1968.
The Hunter's Creek campus at 3430 Hunters Creek Blvd, Orlando, FL 32837 serves students in grades 4 through 12 with an average class size of just 8 students (8:1 student-to-teacher ratio per NCES data). For a child who struggles in a room of 30, that intimacy can be transformational.
What It Costs — and What Helps
Tuition runs approximately $15,680 per year for upper grades — but about 95% of students receive financial aid, averaging $12,000. The school accepts Step Up for Students (FES), Hope, and Tax Credit Scholarships, which can dramatically reduce out-of-pocket costs. Center Academy is accredited by Cognia, the Middle States Association, and NIPSA, and graduating seniors receive a standard Florida DOE diploma accepted statewide.
- Location: 3430 Hunters Creek Blvd, Orlando, FL 32837 | (407) 286-1673
- Grades: 4–12 | Average class size: ~8 students
- Office hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Primrose School of Hunter's Creek: Premium Early Childhood from Infancy
For families with little ones under kindergarten age, Primrose School of Hunter's Creek has become a neighborhood staple on Town Center Boulevard. Located at 5741 Town Center Blvd, this franchise is operated by owners David, Sita, and Davina Mohabir — a family team with 14+ years of childcare experience.
Primrose serves children from 6 weeks old through kindergarten age across infant, toddler, early preschool, preschool, and pre-K programs. The school's proprietary Balanced Learning® curriculum blends child-initiated play with teacher-guided instruction, and all lead teachers hold a BA in Early Childhood Education.
After-School Convenience Built In
Primrose runs an Explorer's Club for children ages 5–11, providing transportation to and from West Creek Elementary, Hunter's Creek Elementary, and Endeavor Elementary. For working parents who need consistent before-and-after coverage, that's a meaningful perk.
- Location: 5741 Town Center Blvd, Orlando, FL 32837 | (407) 251-2771
- Ages served: 6 weeks – 5 years (plus Explorer's Club through age 11)
- Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Faith-Based Private Schools Near Hunter's Creek
Two strong faith-affiliated options sit just outside the Hunter's Creek neighborhood boundaries on South Orange Blossom Trail — close enough that many Hunter's Creek families consider them their "local" private schools.
Ibn Seena Academy: Islamic Education, PreK Through 12th Grade
Ibn Seena Academy opened in August 2003 to serve Muslim families in Greater Orlando seeking both rigorous academics and immersive Quran studies, Islamic Studies, and Arabic instruction. Located at 12908 S Orange Blossom Trail, Ste 102, Orlando, FL 32837, the school serves PreK through 12th grade with roughly 346 students at a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. It has articulation agreements with Mishkah University, UCF, and USF for high schoolers. Tuition is approximately $5,250 per year — making it among the most affordable private K–12 options in South Orlando. The school holds membership with CISNA and ISLA.
Regency Christian Academy: Baptist, PreK Through 12th Grade
Regency Christian Academy is a Baptist school serving a multicultural South Orlando community with a PreK–12 program grounded in Christian values, located at 11513 S Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL 32837. The school maintains roughly a 10:1 student-teacher ratio, offers interscholastic athletics including basketball, soccer, and flag football, and runs rolling admissions year-round. A Voluntary Pre-K (VPK) program is available, and families may qualify for state scholarship programs through Florida Student Scholarships & Grants.
- Ibn Seena Academy: 12908 S Orange Blossom Trail, Ste 102 | (407) 888-1000 | PreK–12
- Regency Christian Academy: 11513 S Orange Blossom Trail | (407) 851-7270 | PreK–12
A Quick Look at the Private School Landscape in 32837
To put things in context: the 32837 zip code has 8 private schools serving approximately 1,005 students — about 9% of all K–12 students in the zip, versus a Florida statewide average of 14%. Most families here rely on Orange County Public Schools, but there's a solid private school community for those who seek it out.
Other smaller options include Montessori Way School (4124 W Town Center Blvd), Raising Knowledge Academy (2132 Central Florida Pkwy), and Starchild Academy (12050 Crystal Commerce Way) — call ahead to verify current grade ranges and availability.
For families weighing private alongside public options, our Hunter's Creek Schools Guide covers both in one place. And if you're also considering nearby communities, the Kissimmee Schools guide has additional private options worth reviewing.
What the Locals Know
Families who move to Hunter's Creek and prioritize private schooling tend to land in one of two camps quickly. Parents of children with learning differences gravitate toward Center Academy — scholarship accessibility and the small-class model make it practically unmatched for that population. Early childhood families lean on Primrose for the Balanced Learning curriculum and built-in after-school transportation.
For faith-based families, the choice usually comes down to tradition: Ibn Seena's Islamic focus and affordable tuition draw Muslim families, while Regency Christian's Baptist affiliation and full K–12 continuity suit Christian families planning for the long haul.
One local tip: all four schools run rolling admissions year-round, so don't assume you've missed your window mid-move. Call ahead, schedule a tour, and ask specifically about Step Up for Students FES scholarship eligibility — it has made private school realistic for many Hunter's Creek families who never thought it would be.
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