Corkran Preschool and Kindergarten has been proudly operating in Temple Hills, Maryland for 61 years! We have an experienced, dedicated, and diverse staff. The average length of time our staff has worked at Corkran is ten years, and some of our teachers have been here for over 30 years! Our Mission: The mission of Corkran Preschool and Kindergarten is to provide the children that attend our school with academic preparation in a caring, safe, secure, nurturing and family oriented environment. Our staff respects and loves the children unconditionally and we view education as a partnership between parents and teachers. Our emphasis is to develop activities in a warm, creative atmosphere so the children will grow physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. Children will be exposed to different types of learning experiences including math, writing, and reading readiness activities as well as games, art, music and literature. We will provide opportunities to learn respect for others, develop fine and gross motor control, self-discipline, good work habits, sharing and cooperation. All of these will be taught through :Observation, Investigation, Experimentation And Hands-On Experiences. At the end of their journey here at Corkran Preschool and Kindergarten our children will be academically prepared for their next adventure in learning! We teach to Enable, Enliven and Encourage, through Open Hearts, Open Minds and Open Doors.

Quick Stats (2023)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 66 students
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1955

Student Body

Total Students
66 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
55%
State avg.: 36%
Students by Grade
Corkran United Methodist Preschool And Kindergarte Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
33:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
play clothes

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tution varies depending on the age of the child and the number of days they attend. We offer half day programs for our younger children with extra care and full day programs for the older children with extra care also.
Admissions Director
Debbie Heying

School Notes

  • We would love to have the chance to show you our school and tell you more about our program. Please feel free to call us at anytime to set up a time to visit!
Source: Verified school update

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When is the application deadline for Corkran United Methodist Preschool And Kindergarte?

The application deadline for Corkran United Methodist Preschool And Kindergarte is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2023)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 66 students
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Prince George's County, MD is $10,299 for elementary schools and $13,098 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
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