Located in White Plains, NY, Kodomono Kuni serves 52 students from pre–kindergarten through first grade in a nonsectarian, city–based early education program.
Founded in 1981, this co–ed school offers instruction with a student–teacher ratio of 17:1 supported by three teachers.
Kodomono Kuni is a member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children and provides a diverse learning environment with 100% student color representation.
The annual tuition for this preschool and first–grade private school is $15,550, reflecting local private education costs in White Plains.
Kodomono Kuni ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York state for diversity, emphasizing its inclusive student body.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Yearly Tuition: $15,550
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Kodomono Kuni ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Year Founded
1981
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 30, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
52 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$15,550
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Koi Fish
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Kodomono Kuni cost?
Kodomono Kuni's tuition is approximately $15,550 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Kodomono Kuni?
The application deadline for Kodomono Kuni is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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