Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked PA School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Garretts Way
About the School
- Garrett-Williamson Foundation provides quality educational and recreational programs for the benefit of financially challenged children, and to keep the property in a farm like environment to fulfill the wishes set forth in the will of Elizabeth W. Garrett.
- We believe that each child has the right to develop to his or her fullest potential, not only intellectually, but socially, emotionally and physically as well.
- At Garrett's Way we strive to create an atmosphere that allows the total child to develop.
- Our theory is that in order for a child to learn, he or she must be progressively challenged.
- We design our activities with this in mind, starting with simple challenges and than moving to those that are more complex.
- Our activities are geared toward the individual needs, abilities and interests of each child so as to promote a positive outlook on the learning process.
- It is important that the parents and the Center form a team to aid in the development of each child in our care.
- An open-door policy which encourages parents to participate in their child's daily activities and development will build the partnership with parents and staff.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked PA School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Garretts Way ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1912
School Calendar
Campus Size
240 acres
Student Body
Total Students
161 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 27%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garretts Way's ranking?
Garretts Way ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Garretts Way?
The application deadline for Garretts Way is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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(610) 356-6070
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Avg. class size: 14 students
Extracurriculars: 3
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(610) 892-8000
Distance: 2.2 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 598 students
Catholic
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Newtown Square, PA 19073
(610) 356-6225
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Gr: PK-5 | 120 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Extracurriculars: 3
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(610) 892-8000
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(610) 356-7222
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Avg. class size: 23 students
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109 N Manoa Rd
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(610) 446-9198
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Catholic
300 E Eagle Rd
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(610) 446-4608
Distance: 2.2 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 598 students
Catholic
3309 West Chester Pike
Newtown Square, PA 19073
(610) 356-6225
Distance: 3.0 mi
Gr: PK-K
Avg. class size: 17 students
Montessori School
30 Forge Road
Media, PA 19063
(610) 891-7214
Distance: 3.0 mi
Gr: PK-K | 50 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Daycare / Preschool
145 W Rose Tree Rd
Media, PA 19063
(610) 565-4505
Distance: 3.2 mi
Gr: PK-K | 119 students
Daycare / Preschool
801 Paxon Hollow Rd
Broomall, PA 19008
(610) 356-6070
Distance: 3.6 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 120 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Extracurriculars: 3
Montessori School
901 N Providence Rd
Media, PA 19063
(610) 892-8000
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Newtown Square, PA 19073
(610) 356-5566
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(610) 355-9580
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Sports: 20
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1785 Bishop White Drive
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(484) 424-1400
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 403 students
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2430 N Providence Rd
Media, PA 19063
(610) 565-1822
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: K-9 | 81 students
Avg. class size: 6 students
Sports: 2
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2 Bishop Hollow Rd
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Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 1,250 students
Sports: 20
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Gr: PK-12 | 977 students
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462 Malin Rd
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(610) 353-6522
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1701 S Sproul Rd
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(610) 544-3800
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111 Elwyn Road
Media, PA 19063
(610) 891-2201
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: K-9 | 81 students
Avg. class size: 6 students
Sports: 2
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2 Bishop Hollow Rd
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(610) 355-9580
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 1,250 students
Sports: 20
Episcopal
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(484) 424-1400
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Catholic
2430 N Providence Rd
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(610) 565-1822
Distance: 2.2 mi
Gr: 1-8 | 172 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 13
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Gr: PK-8 | 598 students
Catholic
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Sports: 20
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School Reviews
5 2/28/2012
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