Children explore, learn, and solve problems through guided play experiences Future teachers and other professionals in-training learn through observing children and in-class fieldwork assignments.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Yearly Tuition: $780
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
78 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Active play
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
As of Summer 2012
Kinder - $500
Pre-K - $500
FD Preschool $819
AM Preschool $405
PM Preschool $324
Admissions Director
Jerry Ann Harrel-Smith, Ph.D.
Admissions Associate
Christa C. Dunlap, M.A.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Child & Family Studies Center cost?
Child & Family Studies Center's tuition is approximately $780 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Child & Family Studies Center?
The application deadline for Child & Family Studies Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Child & Family Studies Center is Northpoint School & Intensive Outpatient Program (0.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Our Lady Of Lourdes School (0.2 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Casa Montessori (0.9 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Our Lady Of Lourdes School
(Catholic)
Grades: K-8 | 212 students 0.2 miles 18437 Superior St
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 349-0245
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 349-0245
0.2
K-8
212
Northpoint School & Intensive Outpatient Program
Special Education School
Grades: 9-12 | 64 students 0.5 miles 9650 Zelzah Ave
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 739-5231
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 739-5231
0.5
9-12
64
Grades: PK-5 | 22 students 0.9 miles 17633 Lassen St
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 886-7922
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 886-7922
0.9
PK-5
22
San Fernando Valley Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
Grades: K-12 | 107 students 0.9 miles 17601 Lassen St
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 349-1373
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 349-1373
0.9
K-12
107
Grades: K-8 | 347 students 1.1 miles 17701 Devonshire St
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 368-5781
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 368-5781
1.1
K-8
347
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