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Great New Beginnings

14 St. Andrews Road
Bear, DE 19701

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Tel: (302) 838-1000

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Great New Beginnings Early Education program has been serving families in the New Castle County area since 1999.

Our program cares for and educates children 8 weeks through our school-aged program including summer camp.

We provide before & after school care for Oberle Elementary School as well as Newark Charter.

Please visit our website at www.gnbkids.com for more detailed information. Our program offers Department of Education certified educators, nutritious lunch and two snacks provided daily, internet viewing available, bright clean and secure environment.

Tours, without an appointment, are given Monday through Friday from 9:30am until 12pm.

All visitors entering our facility will be required to present identification that is verified against a state database for security.

We are playing and learning between the hours of 6:30am and 6pm Monday through Friday! Proud participant in the Delaware Stars quality rating system.

*We also provide emergency/holiday care for when our school-aged friends are on breaks from their elementary school*.

Quick Stats (2024)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-4
Enrollment: 160 students
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Great New Beginnings ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Delaware for:

School Overview

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-4

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

1999

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

Link to Summer Program Details

Student Body

Total Students

160 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

73%

State avg.: 28%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

24 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 13:1

Average Class Size

12 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

Tuition varies according to program age. Please call today for availability and pricing!

Summer Program Cost Notes

Please call us for camp rates as they vary age group and program year.

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Kristin Tomczak

Admissions Associate

Linda Clark

School Notes

Our program serves children from 8 weeks through school-aged children.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Great New Beginnings?

The acceptance rate of Great New Beginnings is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 89%.

Does Great New Beginnings offer a summer program?

Yes, Great New Beginnings offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

When is the application deadline for Great New Beginnings?

The application deadline for Great New Beginnings is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-4
Enrollment: 160 students
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in New Castle County, DE is $14,300 for elementary schools and $16,418 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in New Castle County, DE is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).