EMU Early Learning Center bases its early childhood program on principles of child growth and development within a Christian context. We emphasize the growth of trust and independence and the development of a positive self -image in the children we serve.
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1977
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
43 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
1%
Average Class Size
10 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$15,864
Acceptance Rate
97%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: What does the Lord require of you, but to do justice, love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?
- EMU Early Learning Center is a laboratory school for the education department at Eastern Mennonite University serving children ages 2-5. We are a developmental, child-centered program with a learning environment set up to meet physical, cognitive, emotional, and social needs of young children. Our play-based curriculum offers learning opportunities through block play, cooking, woodworking, drama, art, music, books, and much more. Teachers have early childhood degrees, assistants are always present, and EMU practicum students also help keep our adult/child ratios low.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does EMU Early Learning Center cost?
EMU Early Learning Center's tuition is approximately $15,864 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of EMU Early Learning Center?
The acceptance rate of EMU Early Learning Center is 97%, which is higher than the national average of 78%.
When is the application deadline for EMU Early Learning Center?
The application deadline for EMU Early Learning Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to EMU Early Learning Center is Eastern Mennonite School (0.2 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Woodland Montessori School (0.3 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
801 Parkwood Drive
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 236-6000
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 236-6000
0.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 377 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition listed
Woodland Montessori School
Montessori School
1301 Virginia Avenue
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 432-2611
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 432-2611
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 59 students
Minnick School-harrisonburg
Special Education School
1661 Virginia Ave
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 437-1814
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 437-1814
0.6 miles
Gr: 3-11 | 34 students Avg. class size: 8 students
Calvary Christian Academy
(Mennonite)
3839 Shenandoah Ave NW
Roanoke, VA 24017
(540) 867-9848
Roanoke, VA 24017
(540) 867-9848
2.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 127 students
197 Cornerstone Lane
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 432-9816
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 432-9816
3.2 miles
Gr: PK-10 | 139 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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