Boston Children's School (2026-27 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Prekindergarten-3
Enrollment: 31 students
Acceptance rate: 85%
Average class size: 8 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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School Facts

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association for the Education of Young Children

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-3

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Boston Children's School
Pre-K	24
Kind	5
1	2

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Year Founded

1965

Summer School Offered

Yes

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Student Body

Total Students

31 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 31%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

6 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

75%

Average Class Size

8 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Acceptance Rate

85%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Judy Langer, M.Ed.

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

Established in 1965 the Boston Children's School has been providing quality, early childhood education to chldren from around the world for over fifty years.
Ideally situated in the historic West End section of Boston, the Boston Children's School is nestled away from the main streets, highways and noise of the city.
The Boston Chldren's School is fully air conditioned and has its own self-contained playground.
More information can be obtained from the director of the school at 617-367-6239.

Our children begin their education at 2.9 yeaars of age and continue through Kindergarten. Our multi-cultural, co-educational student body attracts families from around the world and the greater Boston area. All of our full-time teachers are certified. Our supplemental teaching staff includes specialists in the areas of Music, Art, Woodwrking, Drama, Story-Telling and Gymnastics. Information can be obtained can be obtained by calling the Boston Children's School at 617-367-6239 or sending us an e-mail. Our e-mail address is [email protected]

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Boston Children's School?

The acceptance rate of Boston Children's School is 85%, which is higher than the national average of 71%.

When is the application deadline for Boston Children's School?

The application deadline for Boston Children's School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Boston Children's School located?

Boston Children's School is located in the West End neighborhood of Boston, MA.

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5 2/9/2024

wonderful school with caring teachers and outstanding curriculum. The 1st to 3rd grade options are a hidden gem with amazing one on one learning. Can't recommend BCS enough.

- Posted by Parent - MJ

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Boston, MA is $33,082 for elementary schools and $40,580 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Boston, MA is 67% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).