Bridges Preschool
Since 1989, Bridges Preschool has been a place where little hearts grow in faith, curious minds flourish, and lifelong foundations begin. Through hands-on learning,
loving guidance, and Christ-centered values, infants, toddlers, pre-K, and VPK children are nurtured in a joyful and supportive environment through carefully
constructed programs. We’re more than a preschool - we’re a bridge connecting home, faith, and the exciting journey ahead. Our professional and caring team is
passionate about helping every child discover their potential and prepare for a bright future. Bridges Preschool has been ranked the #1 preschool by Google Reviews in Tampa’s 33615 area - a standout amongst 30 other preschools and daycares. Let us open our doors and welcome your family to Bridges, where little learners are loved, cherished, and inspired to shine.
Our Mission
Purposeful, Christ-Centered Learning
Our dedicated teachers cultivate a love of learning through engaging, hands-on experiences that nurture the mind, body, heart, and spirit. Through these enriching experiences, children develop a foundational understanding of God, the church, themselves, others, and the beauty of the natural world. Children learn early literacy, math, science, phonological awareness, creativity, and social-emotional growth. Each child’s unique needs and interests are thoughtfully embraced allowing them to flourish in a safe, loving, and faith-filled environment. Knowing that each child is a unique creation of God and with Christ at the heart of all we do, we nurture each child’s spiritual growth including sharing, forgiveness, kindness, and emotional regulation, building confident, compassionate, and well-rounded little learners who
grow in Christian faith, curiosity, and joy.
Theme-Based Exploration
Our preschool curriculum is derived from the nationally recognized WEE Learn Curriculum (Weekday Early Education), and is thoughtfully woven around meaningful themes that invite children to discover through active hands-on play and meaningful relationships. Through research-backed educational foundations, a new child development theme is introduced each week. Exploration is designed for each age to develop critical thinking through the use of learning centers, music, art, nature, books, and everyday interactions. Each theme is brought to life through engaging, age-appropriate activities that nurture imagination, inspire curiosity, and prepare for whole-child school readiness. As a Christian preschool, we focus on foundation, strong family partnerships, growing hearts, and spirituality as we guide children to discover their gifts.
Enrichment Opportunities
To enrich each child’s journey at our award-winning preschool, we offer a delightful array of fun programs. Focusing on whole-child growth, these programs are
designed to nurture growing minds, strengthen little bodies, inspire hearts filled with faith, and build well-rounded skills to celebrate their individual talents. These special experiences include:
● Chapel Time - Gathering for worship, prayer, interactive songs, and joyful discoveries of God’s love
● Music and Movement - Inspiring creativity through the beauty and fun of rhythm, song, dance, and movement
● Soccer Shots - Nurturing character through soccer as it builds coordination, physical activity, and character
● Little Tigers Karate - Developing agility, balance, coordination, concentration, focus, and discipline
● Building Early Literacy - Nurturing early language skills and a love of reading through rich storytelling, phonics and hands-on letter play These enriching opportunities bring joy and variety to each week and expand on classroom learning that build new skills, encourage teamwork, explore new interests, discover hidden talents, and foster curiosity.
Why Families Choose Bridges
At Bridges, we believe preschool is more than a place to learn - it’s a bridge to a brighter future. We build meaningful connections between children and Christ, home and school, and the early years and the exciting journey into elementary
education. Our caring and dedicated team helps every child grow in faith, confidence, and the lifelong learning of love. Consider these reviews citing why families choose Bridges:
● Ranked #1 preschool in Tampa 33615 consecutively running for three years - a standout amongst 30 preschools and daycares
● 5.0 rating on Care.com
● Children are safe, loved, cared for, and feel genuinely known
● Long term educators are kind, experienced, knowledgeable, and use enriching activities
● Children thrive on daily activities and transition into kindergarten well
● The teachers and the director treat every child with love like their own
● The preschool is Florida Gold Seal Approved. We look forward to welcoming your family into the Bridges community, where little hearts and minds are lovingly guided every step of the way to a bright future.