Gaithersburg Presbyterian Preschool & Kdgn (Closed 2025)

Classes offered from 9 am to 1 pm for: 3 year olds, (3 days per week, 4 or 6 hours) 4 year old Pre-Kindergarteners (3 days, 4 or 6 hours) Pre-Kindergarten Plus,(5 days, 4 or 6 hours) Kindergarteners (5 year olds) 9 am to 1 pm. or 9 am to 3 pm. Optional Enrichment Plus Program extends class time from 1 to 3 pm for all classes with extra curriculum and FUN!.
State Approved Kindergarten program,  Christian Education.  Peanut/butter and Nut Free School.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1976

Student Body

Total Students
46 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
14 students
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
play clothes, sneakers

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Visit our website at www.gppk.com for current tuition rates, class choices and forms
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Cathy Fantacci

School Notes

  • Check website www.gppk.com for details, pictures of the school, registration & medical forms, philosophy, rates, links to Instagram & FB. We welcome parent visits, by appointment only,during the school year and over the summer. Registration is on-going while space available.
  • COVID Safety Protocols in place.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Gaithersburg Presbyterian Preschool & Kdgn?
The acceptance rate of Gaithersburg Presbyterian Preschool & Kdgn is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
When is the application deadline for Gaithersburg Presbyterian Preschool & Kdgn?
The application deadline for Gaithersburg Presbyterian Preschool & Kdgn is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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