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About Us
Who We Are
Discover the UAF Experience
Welcome to the Universal Academy of Florida (UAF), a distinguished Private PreK-12th Islamic School located in the heart of Tampa, FL. With over 830 enrolled students, we've become one of the fastest-growing private schools in the area, proudly ranked among the top 15 best Islamic private schools in the country and top 6 private K-12 schools in Tampa Bay!
Our History
UAF was founded on August 28th, 1992, as a dream to provide exceptional education in line with Islamic values. In the past year alone, we welcomed over 95 students from across the nation to join our vibrant school community.
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Our Mission:
To teach our students the principles and practices of Islam and prepare them for academic success and good citizenship. -
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Committed to offering a competitive curriculum while adhering to the highest Islamic and academic standards, we provide a safe, secure school atmosphere, preserving the Islamic identity of our students.
Our Features
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Facilities & Labs
Spanning over 8.5 acres, our campus boasts five buildings, including a gymnasium and state-of-the-art STEM, Chemistry, and Biology labs. -
Location
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Outstanding Academics
UAF's QAIS department is highly acclaimed, offering over 30 AP and Honors classes. We also provide dual enrollment opportunities through USF. -
Sports
Our school offers a wide range of sports for both boys and girls, with notable achievements such as reaching district finals and regionals.
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Connect With Us
We look forward to welcoming you to our UAF family and wish all our students the utmost success. To contribute to our growth and success, consider joining the PTO, attending school events, leaving us a review on Google and Facebook, and following us on Instagram.
If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact us at uaf@uaftampa.org. For employment opportunities, please email employment@uaftampa.org.
Accreditations
Universal Academy of Florida (UAF) first earned accreditation in 1997 and has consistently maintained its accreditation through the following respected organizations:
- FCIS – Florida Council of Independent Schools
- Cognia – International School Accreditation
- CISNA – Council of Islamic Schools in North America
- FKC – Florida Kindergarten Council
- Cognia STEM Accreditation – Earned in 2026
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Faith • Character • Excellence
Established in 1992, Universal Academy of Florida is a private Islamic school serving students from early childhood through Grade 12. We are dedicated to academic excellence, Islamic values, and developing students of strong character.
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