Metro North Children's Learning Center is a private, non-profit corporation governed by a Board of Directors.
The administrators are credentialed, highly qualified and have been in the education field for a combined 35 years.
The Center is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
Metro North Children's Learning Center believes in the healthy, safe development of children and their families.
Children ages 2.9 - 5 are learning skills that will provide an easy transition to elementary school While many see early learning as play, and it is, there are definite, progressive, academic related subject areas being learned.
For example, when children play in the sand table the teacher is guiding them through Social Development, Mathematics, Science exploration and literacy.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,308
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
64 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL
School Notes
- Metro North Children's Learning Center is a private, non-profit corporation governed by a Board of Directors. The administrators are credentialed, highly qualified and have been in the education field for a combined 35 years. The Center is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Metro North Children's Learning Center believes in the healthy, safe development of children and their families. Children ages 2.9 - 5 are learning skills that will provide an easy transition to elementary school While many see early learning as play, and it is, there are definite, progressive, academic related subject areas being learned. For example, when children play in the sand table the teacher is guiding them through Social Development, Mathematics, Science exploration and literacy.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Carroll Catholic High School, notable sports achievements
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Metro North Children's Learning cost?
Metro North Children's Learning's tuition is approximately $8,308 for private students.
What schools are Metro North Children's Learning often compared to?
Metro North Children's Learning is often viewed alongside schools like Cheverus Catholic School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Metro North Children's Learning?
The acceptance rate of Metro North Children's Learning is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 71%.
Who are famous alumni from Metro North Children's Learning?
Metro North Children's Learning famous alumni include: John Carroll Catholic High School, notable sports achievements.
When is the application deadline for Metro North Children's Learning?
The application deadline for Metro North Children's Learning is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Metro North Children's Learning vs. Cheverus Catholic School
The nearest high school to Metro North Children's Learning is Malden Catholic High School (1.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Cheverus Catholic School (2.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Shining Stars Learning Center (1.8 miles away)
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Miles
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99 Crystal St
Malden, MA 02148
(781) 322-3098
Malden, MA 02148
(781) 322-3098
1.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 762 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 36 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Shining Stars Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
20 E Denver St
Saugus, MA 01906
(781) 231-5454
Saugus, MA 01906
(781) 231-5454
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 201 students
Melrose Ymca Childcare
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
106 Main St
Melrose, MA 02176
(781) 665-8522
Melrose, MA 02176
(781) 665-8522
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 37 students Avg. class size: 15 students
30 Irving St
Malden, MA 02148
(781) 324-6584
Malden, MA 02148
(781) 324-6584
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 426 students
Melrose KinderCare ![Melrose KinderCare Photo - Building]( "Melrose KinderCare Photo - Building")
Daycare / Preschool
832 Lynn Fells Pkwy
Melrose, MA 02176
(781) 665-5818
Melrose, MA 02176
(781) 665-5818
2.1 miles
Gr: NS-PK
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
99 Crystal St
Malden, MA 02148
(781) 322-3098
Malden, MA 02148
(781) 322-3098
1.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 762 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 36 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Greater Boston Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
108 Pond Street
Stoneham, MA 02180
(781) 438-4253
Stoneham, MA 02180
(781) 438-4253
3.1 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 198 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
St. Marys High School ![St. Marys High School Photo - Visual and performing arts, a Theater Company in the Mass. Educational Theater Guild and partnerships with Lynn Museum and Centerboard let our students express their creativity.]( "St. Marys High School Photo - Visual and performing arts, a Theater Company in the Mass. Educational Theater Guild and partnerships with Lynn Museum and Centerboard let our students express their creativity.")
(Catholic)
35 Tremont St.
Lynn, MA 01902
(781) 586-2014
Lynn, MA 01902
(781) 586-2014
4.4 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 517 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
197 8th St
Charlestown, MA 02129
(617) 241-3871
Charlestown, MA 02129
(617) 241-3871
4.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 24 students
5 Lowell Avenue
Winchester, MA 01890
(781) 729-3489
Winchester, MA 01890
(781) 729-3489
5.5 miles
Gr: K-9 | 124 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
30 Irving St
Malden, MA 02148
(781) 324-6584
Malden, MA 02148
(781) 324-6584
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 426 students
4 Myrtle St
Melrose, MA 02176
(781) 665-5037
Melrose, MA 02176
(781) 665-5037
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 258 students
Melrose Montessori School
Montessori School
70 W Emerson St
Melrose, MA 02176
(781) 665-0621
Melrose, MA 02176
(781) 665-0621
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 64 students
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(Catholic)
54 Oakes St
Everett, MA 02149
(617) 389-2448
Everett, MA 02149
(617) 389-2448
2.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 200 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
Greater Boston Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
108 Pond Street
Stoneham, MA 02180
(781) 438-4253
Stoneham, MA 02180
(781) 438-4253
3.1 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 198 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Shining Stars Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
20 E Denver St
Saugus, MA 01906
(781) 231-5454
Saugus, MA 01906
(781) 231-5454
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 201 students
Melrose Ymca Childcare
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
106 Main St
Melrose, MA 02176
(781) 665-8522
Melrose, MA 02176
(781) 665-8522
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 37 students Avg. class size: 15 students
30 Irving St
Malden, MA 02148
(781) 324-6584
Malden, MA 02148
(781) 324-6584
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 426 students
Melrose KinderCare ![Melrose KinderCare Photo - Building]( "Melrose KinderCare Photo - Building")
Daycare / Preschool
832 Lynn Fells Pkwy
Melrose, MA 02176
(781) 665-5818
Melrose, MA 02176
(781) 665-5818
2.1 miles
Gr: NS-PK
4 Myrtle St
Melrose, MA 02176
(781) 665-5037
Melrose, MA 02176
(781) 665-5037
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 258 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
9 Lovering Street
Medway, MA 02053
(508) 533-3243
Medway, MA 02053
(508) 533-3243
9471 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 353 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Clyde F Brown
(Math: 47% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
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7 Park Rd
Millis, MA 02054
(508) 376-7003
Millis, MA 02054
(508) 376-7003
9471.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 603 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Millis High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
245 Plain Street
Millis, MA 02054
(508) 376-7010
Millis, MA 02054
(508) 376-7010
9471.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 286 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Millis Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
245 Plain Street
Millis, MA 02054
(508) 376-7014
Millis, MA 02054
(508) 376-7014
9471.5 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 267 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
415 Elm Street
Walpole, MA 02081
(508) 660-7374
Walpole, MA 02081
(508) 660-7374
9471.8 miles
Gr: PK | 65 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
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