Private half day preschool At Ivybrook Academy, we take a progressive approach to PreSchool that encourages critical thinking, highlights creativity, and fosters a love for learning.Hybrid Montessori/Reggio Emilia inspired curriculum
Toddlers Through Transitional Kindergarten Customized Developmentally Appropriate Programs Discovery-Based Early Childhood Education Multi-Sensory Approach to Learning
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
2023
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
230 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
38:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
10 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
We Take a Different Approach Ivybrook Academy offers a balanced
curriculum that combines a progressive approach to early childhood
education that also draws from the following customized learning
approaches:
- Montessori – Incorporates self-direction into the educational experience to strengthen children’s ability to consider options and make responsible choices.
- Reggio Emilia – A child-led approach to curriculum that uses observations of each child to create individual learning plans.
- Collaborative Learning – Small group activities to encourage collaboration and teamwork.
- Discovery Program – Focused on creative expression, library studies, and music and movement.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Jennifer McWilliams, Founder -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Ivybrook academy?
Ivybrook academy famous alumni include: Jennifer McWilliams, Founder.
When is the application deadline for Ivybrook academy?
The application deadline for Ivybrook academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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