Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Chesterbrook Academy Preschool of Philadelphia - University City
About the School
- Chesterbrook Academy Preschool at Drexel University in Philadelphia is a dynamic, nurturing NAEYC-accredited preschool where children ages 6 weeks through Pre-K thrive in a mix of structured play, fun activities, and enriching learning experiences.
- We are more than just a daycare or child care center, we are passionate about being a part of your child's educational journey.
- We proudly serve families in Philadelphia, Drexel University, University City, and Havertown communities and beyond.
- Visit us and see why our program is the perfect choice for your child’s growth and academic future.
- We are located on Drexel University's campus across from North Hall.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Facts
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
2017
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Chesterbrook Academy Preschool of Philadelphia - University City?
The application deadline for Chesterbrook Academy Preschool of Philadelphia - University City is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Chesterbrook Academy Preschool of Philadelphia - University City is Friends Select School (1.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Greene Towne Montessori School (0.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is The Caring Center (0.3 miles away)
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Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: K | 19 students
Daycare / Preschool
3101 Spring Garden St
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 386-8245
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: NS-3 | 167 students
Montessori School
55 N. 22nd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 563-6368
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: Inquire with school | 12 students
Alternative School
756 S 11th St
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(484) 816-7788
Distance: 0.8 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 197 students
Catholic
641 N 24th St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 763-6564
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: NS | 51 students
Montessori School
2000 Hamilton St
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 717-1572
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 600 students
Friends
17th St & Benjamin Franklin
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 561-5900
Distance: 1.3 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 319 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 16 | Extracurriculars: 13
2101 S College Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 787-2621
Distance: 1.3 mi
Gr: PK-11 | 9 students
6026 Drexel Rd Rear
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 921-9875
Distance: 1.3 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 414 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Catholic
4501 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19139
(215) 386-2244
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 75 students
Islamic
1141 N 63rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19151
(267) 292-3573
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: NS-3 | 167 students
Montessori School
55 N. 22nd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 563-6368
Distance: 0.8 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 197 students
Catholic
641 N 24th St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 763-6564
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 430 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
2501 Lombard Street
Philadelphia, PA 19146
(215) 545-5323
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: K-5 | 96 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 11
Christian
860 N 24th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 769-5363
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 600 students
Friends
17th St & Benjamin Franklin
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 561-5900
Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: K | 19 students
Daycare / Preschool
3101 Spring Garden St
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 386-8245
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: NS-3 | 167 students
Montessori School
55 N. 22nd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 563-6368
Distance: 0.8 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 197 students
Catholic
641 N 24th St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 763-6564
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: NS | 51 students
Montessori School
2000 Hamilton St
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 717-1572
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 430 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
2501 Lombard Street
Philadelphia, PA 19146
(215) 545-5323
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
12 Landers Lane
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 429-4085
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 429-4085
9301.1 miles
Gr: PK | 222 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Eisenberg (Harry O.) Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
27 Landers Lane
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 429-4074
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 429-4074
9301.1 miles
Gr: K-5 | 436 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Leach (John G.) School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10 Landers Lane
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 429-4055
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 429-4055
9301.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 95 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Mccullough (Calvin R. ) Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
20 Chase Avenue
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 429-4000
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 429-4000
9301.3 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 615 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Sussex Montessori School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
24960 Dairy Lane
Seaford, DE 19973
(302) 404-5367
Seaford, DE 19973
(302) 404-5367
9301.4 miles
Gr: K-6 | 383 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
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