Cranfield Academy - Providence (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked NC School
School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Enrollment: 90 students
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Cranfield Academy - Providence ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:

School Facts

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten

Year Founded

2000

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

90 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

22 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

4:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

80%

Average Class Size

12 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

$16,1680 - $19,020

Admissions Director

Gloria Sutliffe

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

Cranfield Academy is a private education-based child care center located in Charlotte, North Carolina.
We offer high-quality care for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years, including preschool, transitional kindergarten, after school and summer camp programs. We are a 5-star rated program and offer excellence in education and childcare needs.
Cranfield Academy has highly credited and qualified teachers; a safe and secure learning environment; and unqiue, developmentally appropriate lessons.
Please stop by our location for a tour to see the Cranfield Academy differences!.

School Motto: Nurturing Amazing Little Minds for Future Success

Why Choose Cranfield Academy

Critical Skill Development
- Creative Curriculum
- Developmentally appropriate lessons

Loving Care and Engaged Teachers
- Highly trained
- Engaged through creativity
- CPR & First Aid certified

Play with Purpose
- Engaging, hands-on activities
- Enrichment programs

Foundation for Future Success
- Individualized learning plans
- Wide variety of experiences

Health and Fitness
- Healthly, well-balanced meals
- Outdoor play

Focus on Community
- Schools are deeply rooted in the neighborhood
- Parent communication initiatives
- Open door philosophy

Student-Teacher Ratio:

Infants: 1:4
Toddlers: 1:6
Early Preschool (2-Year-Old): 1:9
3 Year Old: 1:10
4 Year Old: 1:13

Source: Verified school update

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What is Cranfield Academy - Providence's ranking?

Cranfield Academy - Providence ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for Cranfield Academy - Providence?

The application deadline for Cranfield Academy - Providence is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Cranfield Academy - Providence located?

Cranfield Academy - Providence is located in the Providence Estates East neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Charlotte, NC is $17,600 for elementary schools and $19,796 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Charlotte, NC is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).