The Thorne preschool at Bryn Mawr College is a play-based program where children grow and learn through active exploration, problem solving, and socialization.
Experienced teachers and interested undergraduates facilitate the children's classroom experiences.
The Thorne kindergarten (located on the campus of Haverford College) balances children's choices of activities with developmentally appropriate, teacher-directed, instructional time.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Acceptance rate: 70%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Language-based support for children with speech and language delays (not disorders)
Year Founded
1952
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
43 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 15
% on Financial Aid
5%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,500
Acceptance Rate
70%
National avg.: 82%
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Phebe Anna Thorne School?
The acceptance rate of Phebe Anna Thorne School is 70%, which is lower than the national average of 81%.
When is the application deadline for Phebe Anna Thorne School?
The application deadline for Phebe Anna Thorne School is Jan. 15.
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