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County approvals have taken longer than anticipated, so the timeline will be adjusted. Our building plans are complete and ready to go.
By Andrew Smalley
Classical Christian education · K–12 · St. Augustine, Florida
Discerning truth. Appreciating goodness. Recognizing beauty.
An exciting and distinctively classical and Christian education for the children of St. Augustine, where students cultivate a love of learning by asking great questions.
- Founded
- 2017
- Students
- 303
- Accreditation
- ACCS
Our mission
Veritas prepares students to evaluate human knowledge through a biblical worldview and engage the world equipped to discern truth, appreciate goodness, and recognize beauty.
- Biblical Worldview
- Classical Scholarship
- Servant Leadership
- Family Partnership
Accredited by the ACCS. Recognized as accredited by the NCPSA. About accreditation
The Trivium · “the three ways”
One education, rising in three stages.
Classical education follows the natural stages of a child’s development. Each stage of the Trivium builds on the one before it, from the memory and wonder of the early years to the reasoned, persuasive voice of a Rhetoric School graduate.
- Knowledge
Stage I: Grammar School
Kindergarten – 6th grade
Students take in new information, memorize it and recite it through song, poetry and chant. At this stage children can retain vast quantities, and wonder becomes a love of learning.
Inside the Grammar School - Understanding
Stage II: Logic School
7th – 8th grade
Naturally argumentative students learn to question well. Through formal and informal logic and Socratic seminar, they learn to debate with respect and dignity.
Inside the Logic School - Wisdom
Stage III: Rhetoric School
9th – 12th grade
The culmination of the arts of language: persuasive speech and writing that carry learning out of the classroom and into the public square, with winsomeness.
Inside the Rhetoric School
Dr. Andrew Smalley
Ed.D., Head of School
A letter from the Head of School
Welcome to Veritas
We are excited that you dropped in! These pages reflect some of the tenets and activities, but the very heart of the school is the people. Dedicated Christian educators serve our students through distinctive classical education. If you are new to the classical pedagogy, you are not alone. We promise that it is not as stuffy as it sounds! We are seeing incredible results and great interest in classical and Christian schooling around the world.
I consider it a great honor and a privilege to lead the Veritas community and to come alongside other Christian parents to support them in their role of educating their children. As a parent myself, I place a high value on the investments that others make in the lives of my children. I love to encourage and help establish faith in God in the lives of students. To place that alongside a distinctly classical curriculum, in content and delivery, is a dream. I believe the school is set for a very bright future as a premier classical Christian school that exists to bring glory to God through thought-provoking education in Christ-centered community.
Come by and see us!
News & updates
What’s happening at Veritas
Events
Fall Festival This Sunday: Sign Up and Join Us
The 10th Annual Fall Festival is Sunday, Nov 15, 2:00–5:00 PM, at the Rod and Gun Club.
Athletics
Athletics Roundup
A school plank record, season wrap-ups for volleyball and flag football, and basketball tryouts.
Academics
Farm Field Trip to Cowart Farms
After Charlotte’s Web and a study of plants and seeds, first and second grade visited Cowart Farms.
Upcoming events
Full calendarSchool
6th–12th Pep Rally
· During school hours · Anastasia Church
Community
Art Show Open House
· 5:00–7:00 PM · St. Augustine Art Association
Community
10th Annual Fall Festival
· 2:00–5:00 PM · Rod and Gun Club
Early dismissal
Early Dismissal
· Lincolnville 12:00, SR 16 12:15
No school
Thanksgiving Break, no school
School
Scholastic Book Fair
· Lincolnville Campus
Admissions · Open House
Visit an Open House
This year, we are offering five opportunities to visit, explore, and tour our campuses and learn more about Veritas.
All Open Houses will begin at 8:30 AM at both locations:
- Lincolnville CampusKindergarten–6th Grade
- SR 16 Campus7th–12th Grade
As you register, please select the campus you would like to visit. If you are interested in touring both campuses, please contact the school office directly, and we would be happy to help coordinate your visit. (904) 810-1050
Dates: December 8 · January 7 · February 9 · March 2 · April 8
Register for an Open House
ZipCast for Veritas parents
Weekly short-form podcast for parents, under 10 minutes, every Monday morning: leadership updates, announcements, Scripture memory verse, and a joke of the week.
Why Veritas
Is Veritas the right fit for your family?
Faith
We are not just a school that also teaches Christian values. Faith is intentionally woven throughout every aspect of a Veritas education. Children learn each subject by learning its root in absolute truth through both scripture and tradition, and families are encouraged to attend our chapel service each week.
Classical
A time-tested approach used for over 2,000 years: a biblical worldview (Paideia), methods based on the natural phases of student development, the seven Christian virtues, the Trivium and the Great Books. We teach students not merely information, but how to think.
What is classical education?
Relationships
Smaller class sizes let students build relationships beyond a single school year. Friendships continue from year to year, and previous teachers remain friendly faces in the hallways. Students learn their own value as whole persons, created by God and thriving in Christ.
Engagement
Transparency and intentionality guide our partnership with families. With an open-door policy, you will never wonder what is being taught. Parents volunteer at recess, in class, on field trips and around campus. You are an important piece of the vision.
Our story
From 42 students to a 33-acre campus.
Veritas began in 2016 with a group of families who wanted all three stages of the Trivium for their children. “If you build it they will come” seemed to be at play.
- 2017
Doors open
On August 17, 2017, Veritas opened to 42 students in grades K–7.
- 2019
The cottages
Four new classrooms are added as the student body outgrows the original building.
- 2020
Rhetoric School begins
One of the few schools to restart on time after the COVID pause, with 115 students in K–9.
- 2022
Lincolnville campus
The renovated campus in historic Lincolnville opens; Pre-K and 11th grade are added. 186 students.
- 2023
Toward accreditation
235 students across two campuses. The board votes to pursue ACCS accreditation.
- 2025
The Trivium complete
The first senior class graduates. Veritas is recognized as accredited by the NCPSA.
- 2025
A 33-acre Main Campus
In November, Veritas purchases land at 635 S. Holmes Boulevard and launches the Planting Roots Capital Campaign.
- 2026
Building our future
K–6 unites at Lincolnville and 7–12 at SR 16. Building plans are complete; construction begins once county approvals arrive.
In their words
Coming to Veritas is the best family decision we ever made. Our children are loving the learning process. We believe so much in the mission. Most of all we love how much truth is being taught. Confidence level is way up.
“This is the first time in my life that I really like school.”
Sarah, 6th grade “We’re really challenged in our discussions. Not just getting one side of the equation. You’re challenged. Conversation is generally how we’re able to grow.”
Student, Class of ’25 “He wakes up excited to go to school. He is rising to the occasion. Veritas is a Godsend. His confidence is blossoming.”
Veritas parent “I love having fun learning and I really like music and art at Veritas.”
Caroline, 2nd grade “I can’t say enough great things about the staff and administration. A loving, talented, professional, and intelligent staff is the most important factor for a school.”
Veritas parent “Our goal is different than other schools. The faculty cares about us more.”
Student, Class of ’25 “We are so thankful that God has led us to this school. We are thankful for the vision of those that built the school and uphold it.”
Veritas parent
Beyond the classroom
