Welcome to Orlando Junior Academy

Serving Pre-K through 8th Grade in College Park and Central Orlando

 

Your child will be loved, safe, taught how to think, and will know Jesus.

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More Than Test Scores

See how OJA prepares students for a future that's still being written

Innovation Labs

FLCOE Innovation Lab School

Kitchen House Partnership

Farm-to-table Learning

Christ-Centered Learning

Biblical Values Integrated

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Why Parents Choose OJA

Don't take our word for it. Read why OJA families choose to send their kids here.

SPIRITUALITY

The love of the Lord and His methods of other-centeredness drive OJA's mission.

Small class sizes

Students have the opportunity to get to know everyone in the class, and the teachers have more time with each student.

TEACHERS WHO CARE

Beyond certifications and degrees, OJA teachers are noted for giving significant personal attention to each student.

OJA Families

It's not just the teachers who make the school, it's YOU, TOO! OJA Families report having a great atmosphere of camaraderie and support from fellow parents.

Testimonials

Student

Sebastian S

Student

"Even though this isn’t a giant school, they have a great soccer field."

Student

Tabias T

Student

"I love Friday basketball time because I can relax and play with my friends here without worrying about any intense competition."

Parent

Viliane Bazile

Parent

“Comfort. Family. It feels like home to me; I feel safe having my kids here."

Teacher

Eva Torres

Kindergarten Assistant

“Why do I work here? It’s the feels. I’ve been here for over 20 years and now see my students drop off their kids. I cannot explain how fulfilling this makes me feel.“

Student

Rachel F

Student

"I have always loved the environment here. It’s not just the teachers, but also the students. Everyone here is very committed to each other. You can always go to anyone when you need help or for any situation."

Student

Giulia V.

Student

"The teachers are really fun, and I feel like they care about my education and not just my test scores."

Parent

Eileen Spruill

Parent

“The small community atmosphere is the most important thing to us. We like the smaller class sizes, we know all the teachers very well, and because we live in work nearby, we can attend programs and meetings very easily.“

Teacher

Eric K. Peters

Middle School Math Teacher

"I was a youth pastor for over a decade and knew that I had to come extend my ministry at OJA. These are the formative years for kids, and God has called me to be a part of that. I have not looked back since.“

Student

Nicolas DSH

Student

"I have a lot of friends here, even though I have only been here two years, everyone is very welcoming, and I really like the physical environment."

Student

Grace & Micheala S.

Students

"The school lunches here are amazing. Chef Ed is the best." _ "...and the playground."

Student

Christopher M.

Student

"I like the sports program and the way they teach it here. The teachers push me so that I improve and yet have a close enough relationship so that I can bond with them."

Student

Aunalize C.

Student

"I really enjoyed the PE class here; our teacher takes the time to explain the rules, drills, and best way to play the game rather than just sending us on our way to just play for 50 minutes."

Teacher

Melody Pagán

Kindergarten Teacher

"I love working here because I came to school here. I have amazing memories, and I am excited to work here because I want to give those same memories and experiences to my students.“

Student

Devin J.

Student

"I’ve been here since kindergarten, and have loved every bit of it because of the environment. For me, it’s the teachers, the way they teach us what we need to know, and the friends that I’ve made along the way."

Student

Ca'Lyn C.

Student

"I love that we get to make friends, and that we get to do math. I really like math."

Principal

Principal Sharlene smiling at camera

Sharlene Curet

"For me, education has always been more than a profession—it’s a ministry of the heart. Since first walking through the doors of Orlando Junior Academy in 1997, I’ve been blessed to serve as librarian, teacher, parent, and now principal. After years of teaching nearly every grade and leading at Gateway Christian School, coming back to OJA truly feels like coming home. I’m excited to walk these familiar halls again, build meaningful relationships, and continue the legacy of helping students grow in faith, character, and a lifelong love of learning."

Love, Serve, Be Transformed

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Non-Discrimination Policy

Florida Conference Seventh-day Adventist schools admit students of any race, color, ethnicity, national origin, gender, and sexual orientation. Our schools do not discriminate on the basis of any of the aforementioned categories in decisions for admission, discipline, or application of education policies. We promote a sharp focus on learning and caring while requiring all students to adhere to behavioral expectations set out in a strict code of conduct supported by the Biblical beliefs of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.

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