The Garcia Street Club is an NAEYC accredited non-profit preschool located in a charming adobe house nestled in a historic downtown area of Santa Fe.
It was established in 1945 and has provided high quality educational services to the community for over 60 years.
We currently offer half-day and full-day programs for children ages 2 to 5 years.
Our goal is to provide a warm, nurturing environment that allows children to learn at their own pace, be directed by their own interests and collaborate with others toward shared understandings.
Our belief is that children learn best through exploration and discovery in a supportive and enriching environment that has an emergent curriculum designed collaboratively between teachers and students.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NM School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Garcia Street Club, Inc. ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1945
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
75 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
54%
State avg.: 49%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garcia Street Club, Inc.'s ranking?
Garcia Street Club, Inc. ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Mexico for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Garcia Street Club, Inc.?
The application deadline for Garcia Street Club, Inc. is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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