Brookhaven Country School prides itself on high standards of educational excellence and commitment to offer all of our children a developmentally appropriate curriculum on a daily basis.
The low child-teacher ratio in each of our classrooms encourages the growth and development of each and every child.
Through a multi-sensory approach, the children are offered a wide range of experiences that foster their physical, social, emotional and cognitive growth.
Our beautiful grounds and numerous playgrounds offer the children opportunities to explore the outdoors and foster their developing curiosity of the world around them.
Our caring, experienced and dedicated staff work together to instill a love of learning and well being in each child in our program.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool
- Enrollment: 136 students
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Aug 22, 2025
Campus Size
24
Student Body
Total Students
136 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Average Class Size
10 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: We Are Family
- Brookhaven Country School prides itself on high standards of educational excellence and commitment to offer all of our children a developmentally appropriate curriculum on a daily basis.
- The low child-teacher ratio in each of our classrooms encourages the growth and development of each and every child.
- Through a multi-sensory approach, the children are offered a wide range of experiences that foster their physical, social, emotional and cognitive growth.
- Our beautiful grounds and numerous playgrounds offer the children opportunities to explore the outdoors and foster their developing curiosity of the world around them.
- Our caring, experienced and dedicated staff work together to instill a love of learning and well being in each child in our program.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Brookhaven country day school?
The application deadline for Brookhaven country day school is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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