Joni's Child Care & Preschool

Joni's Child Care & Pre-School is a family owned and operated business.
Established in 1994. Joni's Child Care & Pre-School is committed to building long-term relationships with our families and communities through regular dialog, conferences, open houses, presentations, athletic sponsorship and community service.
We are proud members of local business chambers and organizations and continually seek ways to give back to our communities.
Joni's Child Care & Pre-School believes that all children are loving, inquisitive beings in a constant state of learning.
A careful balance of structured activities, free choice, self-expression and situational teaching provides varied opportunities to learn and develop.
Emphasis is placed on process over product and children are encouraged to move toward increasing independence, both socially and academically.
Children are encouraged to observe the environment around them, ask questions and offer answers.
Children are capable of demonstrating manners and respect for themselves and others.
Teachers are facilitators, role models and cheerleaders. Our program mission is to create a healthy, happy and safe child care environment based upon positive reinforcement and respect.
Joni's Child Care & Preschool believes in an open floor plan with classrooms that are separated by short walls.
This divides groups while allowing for complete vision and interaction between rooms.
This allows for the parent and director to see and hear all interactions within the center, increasing awareness of when a classroom requires assistance and additional support.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 20 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $18,000
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Joni's Child Care & Preschool ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
20 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
70%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Joni's Child Care & Preschool Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
10 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL

School Notes

  • Joni's Child Care & Pre-School is a family owned and operated business. Established in 1994. Joni's Child Care & Pre-School is committed to building long-term relationships with our families and communities through regular dialog, conferences, open houses, presentations, athletic sponsorship and community service. We are proud members of local business chambers and organizations and continually seek ways to give back to our communities. Joni's Child Care & Pre-School believes that all children are loving, inquisitive beings in a constant state of learning. A careful balance of structured activities, free choice, self-expression and situational teaching provides varied opportunities to learn and develop. Emphasis is placed on process over product and children are encouraged to move toward increasing independence, both socially and academically. Children are encouraged to observe the environment around them, ask questions and offer answers. Children are capable of demonstrating manners and respect for themselves and others. Teachers are facilitators, role models and cheerleaders. Our program mission is to create a healthy, happy and safe child care environment based upon positive reinforcement and respect. Joni's Child Care & Preschool believes in an open floor plan with classrooms that are separated by short walls. This divides groups while allowing for complete vision and interaction between rooms. This allows for the parent and director to see and hear all interactions within the center, increasing awareness of when a classroom requires assistance and additional support.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Joni's Child Care & Preschool cost?
Joni's Child Care & Preschool's tuition is approximately $18,000 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Joni's Child Care & Preschool?
The application deadline for Joni's Child Care & Preschool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 20 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $18,000
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Hartford County, CT is $22,249 for elementary schools and $37,339 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Hartford County, CT is 68% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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