The purpose of Methodist Services to Children and Families (MSCF) is to develop and provide prevention, education and counseling services for children, youth and families which will enable them to have the basic essentials for living and the social, emotional, psychological, educational and spiritual development to achieve their greatest potential.
To achieve these goals MSCF is to Provide a continuum of care through a range of services;strengthens the family unit; advocates for equal availability of and access to resources.
Methodist Services for Children and Families (MSCF) Educare Learning Center operates on the Monument Road campus for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years.
A separate Kindergarten classroom is available on the campus with a very limited enrollment which offers specialized attention for the children.
Educare is a Keystone Stars rated and licensed day care offering low student to teacher ratios in age appropriate classrooms staffed by certified teachers.
Structured activities support child development physically, socially and emotionally while children learn through playing. Regular field trips in the community enhance the curriculum.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Methodist Services ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
19 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Methodist Services?
The application deadline for Methodist Services is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Methodist Services located?
Methodist Services is located in the Wynnefield Heights neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 2 other private schools located in Wynnefield Heights.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Methodist Services is I S Kosloff Torah Academy High School For Girls (1.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Sharon Christian Academy (0.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Easter Seals Of Southeastern Pa (0.3 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
Easter Seals Of Southeastern Pa
Daycare / Preschool
3975 Conshohocken Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(610) 809-0322
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(610) 809-0322
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 181 students
Sharon Christian Academy
(Baptist)
3955 Conshohocken Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 473-3446
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 473-3446
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 80 students Avg. class size: 20 students
Just Children Childcare Center
Daycare / Preschool
4723 Conshohocken Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 473-5757
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 473-5757
0.5 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 90 students
Bala Cynwyd School For Young Children
Daycare / Preschool
11 Saint Asaphs Rd
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
(610) 668-2233
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
(610) 668-2233
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 113 students Avg. class size: 15 students
27 Conshohocken State Rd
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
(610) 664-6767
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
(610) 664-6767
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 88 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
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