Independent School in Tampa Bay | Berkeley Preparatory School Make a Gift Media Relations Calendar New Parent Resources Treasure Cove Spirit Shop Careers at Berkeley myberkeley A coed, independent, Episcopal day school in Tampa, Florida, educating students in pre-k through twelfth grade About Head of School Search Welcome From the Interim Head of School Strategic Plan Mission, Vision, and More Administration and Trustees Faculty Directory News at Berkeley Location and Map Academics Academics Lower Division Academics Middle Division Academics Upper Division Academics College Counseling Information for College Admissions Representatives Admissions Welcome to Berkeley Tour Our Campus Admissions Events Request Information How to Apply Tuition and Tuition Assistance Video Testimonials Meet the Admissions Team Alumni Welcome Back, Bucs Alumni Executive Committee Give Back Make Your Alumni Annual Gift Alumni Events Alumni Reunion Berkeley Open Golf Tournament Inshore Invasion Alumni Awards Berkeley Connect Berkeley Alumni Magazine Submit Class Notes Update Your Information Meet the Office of Alumni Engagement Arts The Arts Music Program Theatre Program Visual Arts CONCEPTS Art Show Athletics Berkeley Athletics Athletic Teams and Coaches Athletics Schedule Student-Athlete Leadership Program Sports Medicine Athletic Hall of Fame Alumni in College/Pro Athletics Athletics FAQ Meet the Athletics Department Berkeley Academy Welcome to the Berkeley Academy About the Berkeley Academy Future Scholars Scholar FAQ Preguntas Frecuentes Scholar Support Center Teaching at the Berkeley Academy Teacher FAQ Support the Berkeley Academy Consultation for Nonprofits Berkeley Academy Impact Contact the Berkeley Academy School Life Apple Distinguished School Berkeley Broadcast Network Community Service Diversity and Inclusion Growing Leaders of Tomorrow Parents’ Association Personal Counseling Lower Division Counseling Programs Middle Division Counseling Programs Upper Division Counseling Programs School Spirit Spiritual Life Student Co-Curriculars Signature Programs Berkeley Auxiliary Programs and Opportunities Berkeley Food Pantry Berkeley Speaker Series Center for Advanced Experiential Learning Meet the Directors of the Center for Advanced Experiential Learning Global Scholars Lasher Center for Business and Entrepreneurial Studies BUC Ventures Leadership Academy at Berkeley Student Travel Opportunities Summer Programs Welcome to Berkeley Summer Programs Standardized Testing Prep Courses Summer Sports Camps Academic Programs Summer Enrichment Programs Artists of Tomorrow Summer of Excellence Educational Development for Growth and Excellence (EDGE) Program Summer Camp Staff Summer Programs FAQ Support Berkeley Berkeley Fund Ways to Give Make a Gift Endowment and Capital Giving Giving Societies Donor Impact and Recognition Gift Planning Fundraising Events BUC BASH Meet the Office of Institutional Advancement Inquire Visit Apply #1 Best Private School in the Tampa Area Why Berkeley Berkeley Preparatory School is a nationally regarded, coed, independent day school in Tampa, Florida, that presents a safe, nurturing environment featuring inspiring teaching, engaged parents, and outstanding resources, including incomparable facilities on a beautiful, 86-acre campus. We offer an exceedingly broad and balanced curriculum, as well as an incredible co-curricular program. Both are enjoyed by an exceptional and diverse community of learners following personalized paths, who relish a supportive culture, the school’s Episcopal identity, its ongoing commitment to continual self-improvement, and a deeply authentic dedication to making a positive difference in the world. From preschool to twelfth grade, our educational philosophy is to develop and expect strong character, promote innovation and growth, and desire excellence in all that we do. Berkeley motivates students to become well-rounded individuals, as well as caring and successful adults. Our graduates attend some of the finest colleges and universities in the country —and become part of a powerful and close-knit alumni network. Simply put, the educational journey at Berkeley is truly extraordinary. Inquire Lower Division Academics Lower Division Academics Pre-K to Fifth Grade Middle Division Academics Middle Division Academics Sixth to Eighth Grade Upper Division Academics Upper Division Academics Ninth to Twelfth Grade 86 Acres of World-Class Facilities Seivold Center for Early Childhood Education Buccaneer Ridge MacKechnie Family Theatre in the Lykes Center for the Arts Pirate Ship Playground at the Sneha and Vik Patel Playground Complex Gipe Golf Complex Doyle Gymnasium Berkeley Café The Michael G. Cantonis Pool and the Pagidipati Family Lower Division Complex Touchton Family Clock Tower on the Hellenic Quad The Gries Beach Volleyball Complex and the Kuhn Family Practice Field Jean Ann Cone Library Lasher Family Design Technology Center Bunton/Galuski Sports Medicine Center Kindergarten Classroom in Lower Division Gabos Family Recital Hall Buccaneer Track at Newman Stadium The Aye Arboretum and the Steinbrenner Student Center Tready Arthur Smith '88 and Thayer Smith Fabrication Studio Frederick Pickleball Complex Ceramics Room with Pottery Wheels Upper Division Science Classroom Berkeley Chapel Natural Playground at the Sneha and Vik Patel Playground Complex Berkman Flex Studio Best Family Multimedia Production Classroom Treasure Cove Spirit Shop Gries Center for the Arts and Sciences Carlson-Cone Baseball Field Straz Family Art Gallery Center Mall Hunt Family Fitness Center Kosloske Family Entrance E.C. 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Community Service Future Leaders Apple Distinguished School Music Theatre Visual Arts Teams and Coaches Sports Medicine Student-Athlete Leadership Program Center for Advanced Experiential Learning Berkeley Speaker Series Student Travel Opportunities “The passionate educators, values-driven culture, and commitment to excellence are what make Berkeley an exceptional place for our child to learn and grow.” Review by a Parent Meet a Lower Division Teacher Meet a Middle Division Teacher Meet an Upper Division Teacher Fast Facts 83 AP, Post-AP, and Honors Courses in Upper Division 14% Class of 2025 National Merit Recognition 86 acres of campus, including 29 buildings totaling 391,693 square feet 17 different sports and more than 65 teams What’s Happening at Berkeley 2026 Spring Signing Day Apr 15, 2026 2026 Scholastic Art & Writing Award Winners Apr 06, 2026 Berkeley Named a “Top Workplace” by Tampa Bay Times Apr 01, 2026 Students Compete at the Florida State Spanish Conference Mar 26, 2026 Service Project Supports Youth Facing Homelessness Mar 20, 2026 Berkeley Families Give Back Mar 13, 2026 Seventh Grade Students Build Large Cell Models Mar 06, 2026 Introducing Berkeley’s Seventh Head of School Feb 27, 2026 Student Musicians Perform in All-State Concerts Feb 19, 2026 Middle Division Cheer Team Earns Grand Champion Title Feb 13, 2026 Berkeley Summer Programs