A Childs University serves 136 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten. The student:teacher of A Childs University is 45:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 136 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
A Childs University ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
2002
Student Body
Total Students
136 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
91%
State avg.: 29%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
45:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Lynsey Colgan, awarded '40 Under 40' by Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are A Childs University often compared to?
A Childs University is often viewed alongside schools like Cadence Academy Preschool by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from A Childs University?
A Childs University famous alumni include: Lynsey Colgan, awarded '40 Under 40' by Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce.
When is the application deadline for A Childs University?
The application deadline for A Childs University is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: A Childs University vs. Cadence Academy Preschool
The nearest high school to A Childs University is Elmwood Community School (0.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Sophia Academy (1.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Beautiful Beginnings Child Care Center (1.1 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Elmwood Community School
Special Education School
801 Elmwood Ave
Providence, RI 02907
(401) 785-8440
Providence, RI 02907
(401) 785-8440
0.9 miles
Gr: 9-11 | 11 students
Beautiful Beginnings Child Care Center![Beautiful Beginnings Child Care Center Photo - Jumpstart program is held at Beautiful Beginnings]( "Beautiful Beginnings Child Care Center Photo - Jumpstart program is held at Beautiful Beginnings")
Daycare / Preschool
700 Elmwood Avenue
Providence, RI 02907
(401) 785-8485
Providence, RI 02907
(401) 785-8485
1.1 miles
Gr: NS-K | 46 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
Sophia Academy![Sophia Academy Photo]( "Sophia Academy Photo")
All-girls
582 Elmwood Avenue
Providence, RI 02907
(401) 784-0021
Providence, RI 02907
(401) 784-0021
1.3 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 62 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Paul School
(Catholic)
1789 Broad St
Providence, RI 02905
(401) 941-2030
Providence, RI 02905
(401) 941-2030
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 149 students
Precious Angels Child Care Center
Daycare / Preschool
20 Jefferson Park Road
Warwick, RI 02888
(140) 178-0888
Warwick, RI 02888
(140) 178-0888
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 718 students Tuition listed
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