Great New Beginnings

14 St. Andrews Road Bear, DE 19701
www.gnbkids.com

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-4
  • Enrollment: 160 students
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-4
  • Enrollment: 160 students
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Great New Beginnings ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Delaware for:

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Attribute

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-4
Students By Grade
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1999
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
School Motto
Great New Beginnings will provide the children with opportunities for creativity, exploration and emotional/psychological maturation.

Student Body

Total Students
160 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
73%
State avg.: 28%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies according to program age. Please call today for availability and pricing!
Summer Program Cost Notes
Please call us for camp rates as they vary age group and program year.
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Kristin Tomczak
Admissions Associate
Linda Clark
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School Notes

  • Great New Beginnings Early Education program has been serving families in the New Castle County area since 1999.
  • Our program cares for and educates children 8 weeks through our school-aged program including summer camp.
  • We provide before & after school care for Oberle Elementary School as well as Newark Charter.
  • Please visit our website at www.gnbkids.com for more detailed information. Our program offers Department of Education certified educators, nutritious lunch and two snacks provided daily, internet viewing available, bright clean and secure environment.
  • Tours, without an appointment, are given Monday through Friday from 9:30am until 12pm.
  • All visitors entering our facility will be required to present identification that is verified against a state database for security.
  • We are playing and learning between the hours of 6:30am and 6pm Monday through Friday! Proud participant in the Delaware Stars quality rating system.
  • *We also provide emergency/holiday care for when our school-aged friends are on breaks from their elementary school*.
  • Our program serves children from 8 weeks through school-aged children.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Great New Beginnings?
The acceptance rate of Great New Beginnings is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 88%.
Does Great New Beginnings offer a summer program?
Yes, Great New Beginnings offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for Great New Beginnings?
The application deadline for Great New Beginnings is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in New Castle County, DE is $15,346 for elementary schools and $22,193 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in New Castle County, DE is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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