Formative Years Preschool Inc

Formative Years Learning Center is a private, non-sectarian preschool serving the need for professional early childhood education and care to the center city community for more than 25 years.
We are an active member of our community and our students learn directly what it means to be a "good neighbor".
Our program is designed for children between the ages of 3 and 6 years.
We offer multi-age, multi-cultural groupings and an open-education program that is individually geared to each child's interests and abilities.
We maintain a limited enrollment and small teacher-to-child ratios in order to provide an optimal learning experience for all of our students.
We provide a creative learning environment that is safe, comfortable and specifically designed for children.
Our goal is to ensure that each child receives a happy, secure start in their growth as creative individuals.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 24 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
24 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Formative Years Preschool Inc Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Formative Years Learning Center is a private, non-sectarian preschool serving the need for professional early childhood education and care to the center city community for more than 25 years. We are an active member of our community and our students learn directly what it means to be a "good neighbor". Our program is designed for children between the ages of 3 and 6 years. We offer multi-age, multi-cultural groupings and an open-education program that is individually geared to each child's interests and abilities. We maintain a limited enrollment and small teacher-to-child ratios in order to provide an optimal learning experience for all of our students. We provide a creative learning environment that is safe, comfortable and specifically designed for children. Our goal is to ensure that each child receives a happy, secure start in their growth as creative individuals.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Formative Years Preschool Inc?
The application deadline for Formative Years Preschool Inc is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Formative Years Preschool Inc located?
Formative Years Preschool Inc is located in the Rittenhouse Square neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 24 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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