Gloria Dei Preschool and Kindergarten is a not-for-profit school that follows the Edmonds School District calendar year and is available for ages 2 1/2 through 6 years old.
A creative curriculum is used to enrich each child's learning experience and field trips are planned throughout the school year.
All classes offer art, music, dance, puppets, stories, and outdoor play.
At Gloria Dei Preschool, we are concerned with developing the total child through social, intellectual, physical, emotional and spiritual growth.
Our objective is to provide an environment that fosters love, patience, and security for each child entrusted to us, regardless of race, creed, gender or national origin.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Gloria Dei Preschool & Kindergarten ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1967
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
82 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
55%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition is based on the age and class
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Gloria Dei Preschool & Kindergarten?
The application deadline for Gloria Dei Preschool & Kindergarten is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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