Laurel Oaks Adventist School offers Christian education for students grades Pre K-8.
Situated on five acres of wooded land in Hamden, Laurel Oaks provides students with an education that supports mental, physical, and spritual growth.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Laurel Oaks Adventist School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1976
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
41 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
97%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Financial aid is available
Admissions Director
Sandra Viniczay
School Notes
- School Motto: To increase in wisdom and stature and in favor with God and man.
- Laurel Oaks Adventist School offers Christian education for students grades Pre K-8.
- Situated on five acres of wooded land in Hamden, Laurel Oaks provides students with an education that supports mental, physical, and spritual growth.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Laurel Oaks Adventist School often compared to?
Laurel Oaks Adventist School is often viewed alongside schools like Hartford Adventist Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Laurel Oaks Adventist School?
The application deadline for Laurel Oaks Adventist School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest preschool is Mt. Carmel KinderCare (1.8 miles away)
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(301) 937-2933
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