Little Tykes Preschool & Kindergarten in Chicago, IL, serves 85 students in preschool and kindergarten grades within a nonsectarian early childhood program.
The school operates with a student–teacher ratio of 43:1 and employs 2 teaching staff members to support its co–educational classes.
Located in the McKinley Park neighborhood, Little Tykes offers early learning in a city community setting.
Approximately 80% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting the diversity of the local area.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
85 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
80%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
43:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Little Tykes Preschool & Kindergarten?
The application deadline for Little Tykes Preschool & Kindergarten is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Little Tykes Preschool & Kindergarten located?
Little Tykes Preschool & Kindergarten is located in the McKinley Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 1 other private schools located in McKinley Park.
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