The Robert and Sandra Graper Early Childhood Center at Southeastern University (also called RSG at SEU, or simply RSG) will open in January of 2027 and welcome children ages 8 weeks to PreK-4.
This creative, nurturing, and Christ-centered early childhood center goes above and beyond a typical preschool or daycare structure. The environment of RSG at SEU is purposefully designed to provide the highest quality early childhood education.
SEU is proud to be meeting the growing need for high-quality early childhood education in the Polk County community.
Families can rely on SEU’s proven legacy of quality Christian education, as we help to build a strong foundation for the next generation.
Your child will receive the benefits of having experienced educators as their main, full-time teachers. Plus, as part of RSG’s function as a “learning lab” for tomorrow’s educators, your child will also reap the benefits of learning from the incredible students from SEU’s College of Education, who will be working in the center in partnership with your child’s teachers.
Families who are interested in enrolling their child should complete this form to get started. Our team will then contact you to schedule a tour of the RSG building and meet with a member of our administration.
After the tour, further information will be given. Please note that a tour is the first step in beginning the enrollment application process. Learn more about enrollment here.
The RSG at SEU will help ignite your child’s future by unlocking their excitement for learning and, most importantly, their lifelong love for Christ.
Christian values and character are woven naturally into multiple aspects of your child’s everyday learning.
We have thoughtfully curated the spaces within the RSG at SEU in ways that encourage curiosity, creativity, and connection.
We focus on nurturing the spiritual, social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth of each child during these precious formative years.
This safe, encouraging environment is designed specifically for optimum early childhood development, setting the stage for your child’s future success.
Shaped primarily by the principles of Charlotte Mason, with additional inspiration from Classical Education, Montessori, and Reggio Emilia methodologies.
Purpose-built classrooms and outdoor spaces that encourage exploration and discovery.
Our teachers bring educational depth and classroom expertise while ensuring that each child feels seen and supported.
A model center supporting excellence in early childhood education and educator training.
Thank you for considering RSG for the extraordinary privilege of caring for and teaching your child. Together, we hope to build a strong foundation for their growth. We foster joyful learning, growing independence, and rich ideas shaped by God’s great love. Above all, we want to point your child to Jesus. Our goal is to see their life filled with faith, wonder, virtue, and purpose.
Thank you for your interest in the Robert and Sandra Graper Early Childhood Center at Southeastern University (RSG at SEU). Below are the answers to some questions that prospective families have requested. Check back for updates as we work toward our opening in January 2027!
Thank you for your interest in the Robert and Sandra Graper Early Childhood Center at Southeastern University (RSG at SEU). Once you have read through the answers to these FAQs, please follow this link to book your tour.
Families who are interested in enrolling their child should complete this form to get started. Our team will then contact you to book a tour of the RSG building and meet with a member of our administration.
After the tour, further information will be given. Please note that a tour is the first step in beginning the enrollment application process.
Note: SEU employees should contact the school at [email protected] for specific instructions.
An annual registration fee of $250 per child is assessed each August. (This fee is prorated for families who enroll between January and July.)
Tuition is based on a 12-month calendar year and is billed monthly.
The below chart may be used as a guide to assist your family in budgeting.
Age | Monthly | Total Cost Per Year |
2, 3, 4 years old | $1,458* | $17,500 |
Infants & Toddlers | $1,625* | $19,500 |
*Monthly rate is calculated by dividing the total cost for the year by 12. Age is determined as of September 1 each year.
A 10% sibling discount is available.
Yes! Complete this form and we will contact you. Touring the school is the first step of the enrollment process.
Only full-time enrollment is available at this time.
At this time, RSG is not accepting funds from these programs.
Yes. We are not just building a school — we are building a faith-filled, biblically-rooted learning community. We share the Mission & Beliefs of Southeastern University, of which we are a part.
Congratulations on your upcoming new arrival! Please contact the school at [email protected] to discuss a plan based on your family’s needs.
Please contact the school at [email protected] for specific instructions.
The center is named the Robert and Sandra Graper Early Childhood Center at Southeastern University in honor of the late Robert and Sandra Graper, whose transformational gift to the university has played a pivotal role in bringing this project to life.
RSG at SEU (or just RSG) is the “nickname” for the center.
The goal opening of our center is in January of 2027. A specific date will be communicated to enrolled families once it is available.
The address is 2128 S. Crystal Lake Dr., Lakeland, FL 33801.
We are actively accepting resumes and thoroughly vetting candidates. We are prioritizing Christ-minded leaders with classroom experience and educational training. Apply through these links for We have openings for classroom lead teachers and teacher assistants.
Please contact us at [email protected] with questions.
In addition to having a presence from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office onsite during business hours, our building features a state-of-the art security system. For the safety of our children, faculty, and staff, we do not publish specific details of our security measures. More information will be provided to parents/guardians when touring the school and upon acceptance and enrollment.
We will exclusively use the Brightwheel platform for daily check-in/check-out. (This system is also used for all parent/guardian communication, enrollment processing, and billing.)
ID verification will be required before building entry. Children will only be released to adults who appear on their approved contacts list, which must be created and updated by the enrolling parent(s)/guardian(s).
All teachers, administrators, and staff members must clear a comprehensive state and national fingerprint-based criminal history check. This includes a thorough review of residency and background records spanning the last five years.
We welcome children as young as 8 weeks old through Pre-K.
RSG offers full-time care from 7:00 AM–5:30 PM.
At RSG, we will weave Bible truths, prayer, and God’s love into everyday rhythms and routines. From morning arrival and play time to Bible lessons, the children will be engaged in God’s word daily. Our 3- and 4-year-old children will attend a weekly chapel, which will be held in The Museum (located within our building).
Our classrooms are rooted in Christian education and shaped primarily by the principles of Charlotte Mason. We will also be pulling additional inspiration from Classical Education, and incorporate select elements of Montessori, and Reggio Emilia methodologies. These will be used as applicable and as they support our goals for young learners.
Instructional design will be closely supported by RSG administration and framed by Florida’s Early Learning and Developmental Standards to support age-appropriate growth and school readiness.
Yes. Instructional design will be closely supported by RSG administration and framed by Florida’s Early Learning and Developmental Standards to support age-appropriate growth and school readiness.
Your child will receive the benefits of having experienced educators as their main, full-time teachers. As part of RSG’s function as a “learning lab” for tomorrow’s educators, your child will also reap the benefits of learning from the incredible students from SEU’s College of Education, who will be working in the center in partnership with your child’s teachers.
Families can rely on SEU’s proven legacy of quality Christian education as we help build a strong foundation for the next generation.
We understand that being away from your child during the day can be difficult. That is why we have worked tirelessly to create a loving, nurturing “home away from home” that your child will enjoy from the moment of arrival each day.
Start your enrollment process by completing this interest/waitlist form, and we will contact you to set up a tour of RSG at SEU.
Review this section above for additional enrollment information. Please contact us at [email protected] or 863.949.2128 with any questions.
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Families on this waitlist will also receive announcements from RSG at SEU as we work toward the start of our inaugural year.
Start your enrollment process by completing this interest/waitlist form, and we will contact you to set up a tour of RSG at SEU. Review this section above for additional enrollment information.
Please contact us at [email protected] with any questions.
Families on this waitlist will also receive announcements from RSG at SEU as we work toward the start of our inaugural year.
We are hiring highly-qualified, Christ-minded preschool teachers. Follow these links to begin your application.
The Robert & Sandra Graper Early Childhood Center is opening in January 2027.
These stories show the progress of this exciting addition to our community.
The Robert & Sandra Graper Early Childhood Center is opening soon!
These stories show the progress on this exciting addition to our community.
Thank you for your interest in the Robert and Sandra Graper Early Childhood Center at Southeastern University (RSG at SEU). Once you have read through the answers to these FAQs, please follow this link to book your tour.
We welcome children as young as 8 weeks old through Pre-K.
RSG offers full-time care from 7:00 AM–5:30 PM.
At RSG, we will weave Bible truths, prayer, and God’s love into everyday rhythms and routines. From morning arrival and play time to Bible lessons and weekly chapels, the children will be engaged in God’s word daily. The children will also attend a weekly chapel, which will be held in The Museum (which is located within our building)
Our classrooms are rooted in Christian education and shaped primarily by the principles of Charlotte Mason. We will also be pulling additional inspiration from Classical Education, and incorporate select elements of Montessori, and Reggio Emilia methodologies. These will be used as applicable and as they support our goals for young learners.
Instructional design will be closely supported by RSG administration and framed by Florida’s Early Learning and Developmental Standards to support age-appropriate growth and school readiness.
Yes. Instructional design will be closely supported by RSG administration and framed by Florida’s Early Learning and Developmental Standards to support age-appropriate growth and school readiness.
Your child will receive the benefits of having experienced educators as their main, full-time teachers. As part of RSG’s function as a “learning lab” for tomorrow’s educators, your child will also reap the benefits of learning from the incredible students from SEU’s College of Education, who will be working in the center in partnership with your child’s teachers.
Families can rely on SEU’s proven legacy of quality Christian education as we help build a strong foundation for the next generation.
In addition to having a presence from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office onsite during business hours, our building features a state-of-the art security system. For the safety of our children, faculty, and staff, we do not publish specific details of our security measures. More information will be provided to parents when touring the school and upon acceptance and enrollment.
We will exclusively use the Brightwheel platform for daily check-in/check-out. (This system is also used for all parent communication, enrollment processing, and billing.)
ID verification will be required before building entry. Children will only be released to adults who appear on their approved contacts list, which must be created and updated by the enrolling parent(s).
All teachers, administrators, and staff members must clear a comprehensive state and national fingerprint-based criminal history check. This includes a thorough review of residency and background records spanning the last five years.
Only full-time enrollment is available at this time.
uition is based on a 12-month calendar year and is billed monthly. The below chart may be used as a guide to assist your family in budgeting.
Age | Monthly | Total Cost Per Year |
2, 3, 4 years old | $1,458* | $17,500 |
Infants & Toddlers | $1,625* | $19,500 |
*Monthly rate is calculated by dividing the total cost for the year by 12. Age is determined as of September 1 each year.
At this time, RSG is not accepting funds from these programs.
Yes. We are not just building a school — we are building a faith-filled, biblically-rooted learning community. We share the Mission & Beliefs of Southeastern University, of which we are a part.
Tours will be available very soon!
Once tours are available, all families who are interested in enrolling their child can book a tour of the RSG building and meet with a member of our administration. After the tour, further information will be given. Please note that a tour will be the first step in beginning the enrollment application process.
Note: SEU employees should contact the school at [email protected] for specific instructions.
Congratulations on your upcoming new arrival! Please contact the school at [email protected] to discuss a plan based on your family’s needs.
Please contact the school at [email protected] for specific instructions.
The center is named the Robert and Sandra Graper Early Childhood Center at Southeastern University in honor of the late Robert and Sandra Graper, whose transformational gift to the university has played a pivotal role in bringing this project to life. Learn more here.
RSG at SEU (or just RSG) is the “nickname” for the center.
The goal opening of our center is in January of 2027. A specific date will be communicated to enrolled families once it is available.
The address is 2128 S. Crystal Lake Dr., Lakeland, FL 33801
We are actively accepting resumes and thoroughly vetting candidates. We are prioritizing Christ-minded leaders with classroom experience and educational training. Please contact us at [email protected] for details.
Thank you for your interest in the Robert and Sandra Graper Early Childhood Center at Southeastern University (RSG at SEU). Once you have read through the answers to these FAQs, please follow this link to book your tour.
We welcome children as young as 8 weeks old through Pre-K.
RSG offers full-time care from 7:00 AM–5:30 PM.
At RSG, we will weave Bible truths, prayer, and God’s love into everyday rhythms and routines. From morning arrival and play time to Bible lessons and weekly chapels, the children will be engaged in God’s word daily. The children will also attend a weekly chapel, which will be held in The Museum (which is located within our building)
Our classrooms are rooted in Christian education and shaped primarily by the principles of Charlotte Mason. We will also be pulling additional inspiration from Classical Education, and incorporate select elements of Montessori, and Reggio Emilia methodologies. These will be used as applicable and as they support our goals for young learners.
Instructional design will be closely supported by RSG administration and framed by Florida’s Early Learning and Developmental Standards to support age-appropriate growth and school readiness.
Yes. Instructional design will be closely supported by RSG administration and framed by Florida’s Early Learning and Developmental Standards to support age-appropriate growth and school readiness.
Your child will receive the benefits of having experienced educators as their main, full-time teachers. As part of RSG’s function as a “learning lab” for tomorrow’s educators, your child will also reap the benefits of learning from the incredible students from SEU’s College of Education, who will be working in the center in partnership with your child’s teachers.
Families can rely on SEU’s proven legacy of quality Christian education as we help build a strong foundation for the next generation.
In addition to having a presence from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office onsite during business hours, our building features a state-of-the art security system. For the safety of our children, faculty, and staff, we do not publish specific details of our security measures. More information will be provided to parents when touring the school and upon acceptance and enrollment.
We will exclusively use the Brightwheel platform for daily check-in/check-out. (This system is also used for all parent communication, enrollment processing, and billing.)
ID verification will be required before building entry. Children will only be released to adults who appear on their approved contacts list, which must be created and updated by the enrolling parent(s).
All teachers, administrators, and staff members must clear a comprehensive state and national fingerprint-based criminal history check. This includes a thorough review of residency and background records spanning the last five years.
Only full-time enrollment is available at this time.
uition is based on a 12-month calendar year and is billed monthly. The below chart may be used as a guide to assist your family in budgeting.
Age | Monthly | Total Cost Per Year |
2, 3, 4 years old | $1,458* | $17,500 |
Infants & Toddlers | $1,625* | $19,500 |
*Monthly rate is calculated by dividing the total cost for the year by 12. Age is determined as of September 1 each year.
At this time, RSG is not accepting funds from these programs.
Yes. We are not just building a school — we are building a faith-filled, biblically-rooted learning community. We share the Mission & Beliefs of Southeastern University, of which we are a part.
Tours will be available very soon!
Once tours are available, all families who are interested in enrolling their child can book a tour of the RSG building and meet with a member of our administration. After the tour, further information will be given. Please note that a tour will be the first step in beginning the enrollment application process.
Note: SEU employees should contact the school at [email protected] for specific instructions.
Congratulations on your upcoming new arrival! Please contact the school at [email protected] to discuss a plan based on your family’s needs.
Please contact the school at [email protected] for specific instructions.
The center is named the Robert and Sandra Graper Early Childhood Center at Southeastern University in honor of the late Robert and Sandra Graper, whose transformational gift to the university has played a pivotal role in bringing this project to life. Learn more here.
RSG at SEU (or just RSG) is the “nickname” for the center.
The goal opening of our center is in January of 2027. A specific date will be communicated to enrolled families once it is available.
The address is 2128 S. Crystal Lake Dr., Lakeland, FL 33801
We are actively accepting resumes and thoroughly vetting candidates. We are prioritizing Christ-minded leaders with classroom experience and educational training. Please contact us at [email protected] for details.
