First Presbyterian Church School
We are a faith based Child Care Center licensed by the State of Pennsylvania.
We offer care for children 6 weeks to 5 years of age.
It is our policy to provide quality education to all children without regard to race, creed, color, religious belief, sex, national origin, ancestry, or physical or mental handicap.,.
Quick Stats (2023)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Yearly Tuition: $175
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 6 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
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1991
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
40 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
40%
State avg.: 26%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
6 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Above is for Pre-S and Pre-K. Call 215-945-6551 for Infants, One Year Olds., and Two Year Olds.
Summer Program Cost
$175
Summer Program Cost Notes
Above is Summer Camp Fee for the week.
We charge $40 a day for less than a week
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Cheryl van Lierop
School Notes
- We have 45 children ages 6 weeks through Pre-K.
- We have 11 teachers.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does First Presbyterian Church School cost?
First Presbyterian Church School's tuition is approximately $175 for private students and $175 for summer students.
What is the acceptance rate of First Presbyterian Church School?
The acceptance rate of First Presbyterian Church School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 86%.
Does First Presbyterian Church School offer a summer program?
Yes, First Presbyterian Church School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for First Presbyterian Church School?
The application deadline for First Presbyterian Church School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
Endorse First Presbyterian Church School. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
- Academic or athletic awards
Recent Articles

Children With Learning Differences: How To Proceed
Facing the reality that your child has learning differences is never easy. But with a diagnosis from a qualified professional, and skilled experienced teachers who know how to remediate those differences, your child can learn to handle her differences. More here.

Enrichment Resources For Children Ages 10-14
I asked ChatGPT to list apps, YouTube Channels, and podcasts suitable for enriching the studies of students ages 10-14. (We'll look at resources for younger and older students in another article.)

February 13, 2023
Designing Assignments In The ChatGPT EraAI (Artificial Intelligence), specifically ChatGPT, poses some serious challenges for teachers. We explore the importance of teaching students how to attribute the work and ideas of others.