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Happyland Day School

401 Se 15th Ave Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Tel: (954) 463-6051
www.firstpres.cc

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About the School

  • Happyland Day School provides a Christian Environment for preschool children in which an excellent program of education, social development, and personal growth can take place in order to provide opportunities for further education upon the students' departure.
  • The school is governed by the Happyland Board of Directors, and is responsible to the Session of the First Presbyterian Church of Fort Lauderdale.
  • Debbie Stokes is Director of Children's Ministries, and Pamela Alexander is the Director of Happyland Day School.
  • Happyland is licensed by the Family and Child Development Services of Broward County, and is a 10 time recipient of their Gold Seal Award.
  • Our school boasts a tradition of over fifty years of excellence in preschool education and child care.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Rankings

Happyland Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

Category
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School History
Oldest founding date

School Facts

School Type
Early Childhood / Day Care
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
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Religious Affiliation
Presbyterian
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeHappyland Day School
Pre-K140
Kind13
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Year Founded
1912
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Student Body

Total Students
153 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 48%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
38:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • School Motto: Where Faith Comes Alive!
  • Happyland Day School provides a Christian Environment for preschool children in which an excellent program of education, social development, and personal growth can take place in order to provide opportunities for further education upon the students' departure. The school is governed by the Happyland Board of Directors, and is responsible to the Session of the First Presbyterian Church of Fort Lauderdale. Debbie Stokes is Director of Children's Ministries, and Pamela Alexander is the Director of Happyland Day School. Happyland is licensed by the Family and Child Development Services of Broward County, and is a 10 time recipient of their Gold Seal Award. Our school boasts a tradition of over fifty years of excellence in preschool education and child care.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Happyland Day School's ranking?
Happyland Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Happyland Day School?
The application deadline for Happyland Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Happyland Day School located?
Happyland Day School is located in the Colee Hammock neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL.

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The average private school tuition in Fort Lauderdale, FL is $15,053 for elementary schools and $20,113 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Fort Lauderdale, FL is 70% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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