Our curriculum is designed to encourage children to become independent, self-confident and inquisitive learners through active play and exploration of their environment. Each child is an individual who learns at his or her own pace. Emphasis is placed on developing self-reliance, self-confidence and independence as children progress through our school. Your child`s exact program will differ based on the schedule that you have chosen for them. .
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1947
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
85 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Our multi-faceted curriculum is designed to expose your children to many varied experiences. The curriculum builds from year to year in order to provide your child with continuity during his or her years at the ECE Center at Congregation Or Ami. Age appropriate hands-on activities are planned according to a calendar of thematic units which provide children with meaningful learning experiences. An enriching Judaic framework enhances our culturally diverse curriculum while introducing children to Jewish customs, holiday celebration and values.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for ECE Center at Congregation Or Ami?
The application deadline for ECE Center at Congregation Or Ami is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to ECE Center at Congregation Or Ami is AIM Academy (1.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Philip Neri (0.6 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Grades
Students
St. Philip Neri
(Catholic)
Grades: PK-8 | 602 students 0.6 miles 3015 Chestnut St
Lafayette Hill, PA 19444
(610) 828-3082
Lafayette Hill, PA 19444
(610) 828-3082
0.6
PK-8
602
Les Petits Cherubs-cathedral
Alternative School
Grades: K-3 | 40 students 1.3 miles 8630 Ridge Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 482-9704
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 482-9704
1.3
K-3
40
Grades: PK-6 | 141 students 1.3 miles 2025 Harts Lane
Conshohocken, PA 19428
(610) 828-1231
Conshohocken, PA 19428
(610) 828-1231
1.3
PK-6
141
Immaculate Heart Of Mary School
(Catholic)
Grades: PK-8 | 405 students 1.4 miles 815 E Cathedral Rd
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 482-2029
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 482-2029
1.4
PK-8
405
Schuylkill Center For Environmental Education
Daycare / Preschool
Grades: PK-K | 85 students 1.5 miles 8480 Hagys Mill Rd
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 853-6781
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 853-6781
1.5
PK-K
85
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