Now Accepting Applications for 2023/2024. Hurry, Spots are Filling up FAST!
Students entering the following grade levels in the fall must be the designated age before September 1 in order to be eligible for that grade level:
If you lived out of state and do not meet these guidelines, please email for more information.
We will base the number of classes per grade levels offered contingent upon the applications received.
While considering CIJS, please take time to understand some of the policies of the school. By submitting the application, it indicates that you are aware of and will abide by the policies, procedures, and rules set forth by the school. Click on the link below to view the policies.
Parent Commitments
Parents are viewed as a huge asset to CIJS and an integral part of the Reggio philosophy and the success of the school. The following are ways parents can participate.
Policy for Parents who Cannot Participate in Special Events
In the event a parent feels they would like to be more involved in the school but cannot due to their work schedule or other conflicts, we will help them find a project or area which they can do on their own time. A member of the leadership staff will meet with the parent to find their area of interest. We will offer suggestions based on their interests and time. The following are a couple of examples
Student Requirements
Students must follow the CIJS and Osceola County Public School’s Code of Student Conduct. Click on the link below to view the school policies.
Students are required to wear uniforms which must be purchased through the school.
Application Submission
Students are accepted to the school based on a random lottery by grade level. Click ‘View Lottery Policies’ below for additional information and application due dates. We will only accept a completed, signed and dated application. Please contact us at admissions @CIJSstcloud.org if you have any additional questions.
Fill out the lottery application by clicking the ‘Begin Lottery Application’ link below. All lottery applications must be received by the deadline to be considered. Since the initial lottery already took place for 2022/2023, applicants for the current school year are reviewed on a first come first serve basis. We will begin accepting applications for 2023/2024 on Jan 4, 2023.
Proof of Residency in Florida (regardless of county of residence). WE DO ACCEPT OUT OF COUNTY APPLICANTS. See Lottery Policies for details.
One item from EACH of the categories MUST be attached
All documents must have the same address and the name of the parent/legal guardian
*Category 1: Lease/rental or mortgage agreement, property tax records
*Category 2: Current utility bill (electric, cable, water etc), income tax record, or proof of receipt of governmental benefits
If the parent/guardian is NOT the lease holder or property owner, then the following is required: Notarized letter verifying residency signed by the owner of the home. This must accompany one document from Category 2. In addition, the parent/guardian must provide a valid Florida Driver’s License (or Florida Dept. of Motor Vehicles picture ID), voter registration or auto registration.
Creative Inspiration Journey School of St. Cloud is located at Old Hickory Tree Rd. off of 192 (E. Iro Bronson Memorial Highway).
CIJS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, ancestry, creed, marital status, citizenship status, military or veteran status, national origin, disability, age or any other legally protected characteristic.