FAQ’s

The Biltmore School serves children from age 2 (24 months) through 8th grade, with a preschool program, an elementary school (Kindergarten–5th grade) and a middle school (6th–8th grade).

Children must be at least 24 months old to enroll.

Our campus is at 1600 South Red Road (SW 57th Avenue), Miami, FL 33155, on the edge of Coral Gables. We serve families from Coral Gables, West Miami, Westchester, Coral Terrace, South Miami, Coconut Grove and the surrounding Miami-Dade communities.

The Biltmore School was founded in 1926 and is celebrating its 100th year in 2026, making it one of the oldest private schools in Miami-Dade County.

Yes. The Biltmore School has been an authorized International Baccalaureate (IB) World School since March 2012 and offers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), an inquiry-based framework that builds knowledge, skills and international-mindedness.

In addition to IB authorization, The Biltmore School is accredited by the Association of Independent Schools of Florida (AISF), Cognia (formerly SACS), the National Council for Private School Accreditation (NCPSA), Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)  and the National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA).

We have small classes, with an average student-to-teacher ratio of 7.5:1, so every child is known by name.

Spanish is taught in all preschool and elementary classes. It is a foreign language elective in middle school.

The school day runs from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with specific times varying by grade level. Our Middle Schoolers arrive by 8:10am, our Elementary School students by 8:15 and our Preschool students by 8:30. Pickup times for Preschool  and Elementary students run between 3 and 3:30pm, and for Middle School from 3:30 and 3:45pm.Our after-school program runs until 6:00 p.m. for an additional fee.

Yes. Students wear the Biltmore School uniform. Details are provided in the enrollment packet and during orientation.

Yes, lunch is provided for students.

Start by contacting our admissions team at 305-266-4666 or through the contact form to schedule a tour. Preschool students come in for an observation.  After you submit an application, your child will spend at least one hour at school visiting with staff and/or in a classroom. Applicants for Kindergarten through 8th grade also take an entrance exam.

Yes. All Kindergarten through 8th grade applicants take an entrance exam at the school before enrollment. The exam fee is $100. Taking the exam does not guarantee admission.

Yes, and we encourage it. Call 305-266-4666 or fill out our contact form to schedule a personal tour of the campus.

We accept applications year-round on a first-come, first-served basis while space is available. Enrollment for the 2027–28 school year will open in February 2027.

Once a student is admitted, families submit: the enrollment application; a recommendation letter from the previous school (if applicable); a copy of the birth certificate; Florida immunization and physical forms completed by a Florida-licensed doctor; the registration fee; a signed transcript release form; and enrollment in FACTS and Procare.

Yes. The Biltmore School welcomes international students and is certified to enroll students on an  F-1 student visa. Families who need an F-1 visa should contact the school office before applying.

Please contact our admissions office for current tuition and fees. Tuition and fees for books, supplies, technology, registration and yearbook are calculated annually.

Tuition can be paid annually (one payment by July 1), semi-annually (July 1 and November 1) or monthly (by the 1st of each month). We accept credit cards and online payment plans through FACTS Management.

Yes. We accept Step Up For Students scholarships, including the Family Empowerment Scholarship (FES-EO and FES-UA, which replaced McKay and Gardiner) and the Florida Tax Credit Scholarship, as well as VPK for the summer program. Families are responsible for any difference between the scholarship amount and tuition.

Students enjoy music, modern dance, art and [after-school clubs/sports, confirm list], plus school-wide traditions such as Hispanic Heritage Month performances, Field Day, the Cultures Potluck, the Winter Show, the family Campout and the annual Exhibition and Picnic.

Yes. Our summer camp is open to children ages 2 and up, with field trips for campers 4 and older, water activities and themed weeks with inhouse activities. Dates and registration will be posted on our Summer Camp page.