Our Story — Over 70 Years of Excellence
From three sisters' vision in 1951 to a thriving Kingston institution, Avondale has nurtured generations of confident, accomplished young Jamaicans.
Founded on Love,
Built on Excellence
Avondale Preparatory School was founded in 1951 by three remarkable sisters — Hazel, Sybil, and Mazie White. What began as a family endeavour to provide quality education to the children of Kingston has grown into one of the area's most respected independent schools.
For over seven decades, the school has maintained that close-knit, family-run spirit while consistently delivering strong academic results. Located at 9½ Retirement Road in the Cross Roads area of Kingston 5, St. Andrew, Avondale has earned a reputation as an oasis of happy learning and personality building.
The school is registered with the Ministry of Education and is a proud member of the Jamaica Independent Schools' Association (JISA).
Founded
Three sisters — Hazel, Sybil, and Mazie White — establish Avondale Preparatory School in Kingston, Jamaica with a vision of quality, affordable education.
Building a Reputation
Avondale grows to become well-known across Kingston as an oasis of happy learning and personality building, maintaining small class sizes and high moral standards.
70+ Years of Excellence
Under Principal Maxine Latouche, Avondale continues its mission of providing quality education with love, care, and compassion. Now a JISA member school competing at the national level.
Ms. Maxine Latouche
Principal
Leading with Love
Principal Maxine Latouche leads Avondale Preparatory with a philosophy rooted in love, care, and compassion. She believes these qualities are not just nice to have — they are the very prerequisites for a top-quality education.
Under her guidance, Avondale maintains its commitment to small class sizes, individual attention for every child, and the holistic development of well-rounded personalities alongside strong academic achievement.
We do not promote huge class sizes; rather we encourage small class sizes for giving children enough individual attention. Our school has high morals with strong academic achievements.— Ms. Maxine Latouche
What We Stand For
These principles guide everything we do at Avondale — from the classroom to the playground.
Love & Compassion
Every child deserves to learn in an environment filled with warmth, care, and genuine concern for their wellbeing. Love is at the heart of everything we do.
Academic Excellence
Our dedicated and hardworking teachers impart quality education, preparing each student for success in their academic journey and beyond. We are affordable yet uncompromising on quality.
Character & Morals
We build not just scholars, but young people of integrity. High moral standards, personality development, and confidence building are central to the Avondale experience.
At a Glance
Independent
Private, co-educational school
MOE Registered
Ministry of Education
JISA Member
Jamaica Independent Schools' Assoc.
Ages 3½ – 12
Kindergarten to Grade 6
Follow Avondale
Stay up to date with school news, events, and student achievements.