For Kids Only Child Dev Center in Shallotte, NC, enrolls 55 students from preschool through first grade in a rural, nonsectarian early learning program.
Founded in 1990, the school serves a co–ed student body with a student–teacher ratio of 28:1 and a total of two teachers.
The school features a diverse student population with 60% students of color, ranking among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for diversity.
For Kids Only Child Dev Center offers early childhood education focused on foundational skills within a small rural community setting.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
For Kids Only Child Dev Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
55 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
60%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are For Kids Only Child Dev Center often compared to?
For Kids Only Child Dev Center is often viewed alongside schools like Academy Of Coastal Carolina by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for For Kids Only Child Dev Center?
The application deadline for For Kids Only Child Dev Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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