Pawtucket Day Child Development Center provide a safe and caring learning environment to enhance the development of children and to convey warmth, understanding, enthusiasm and joy.
Our teaching staff is educated in child development and update their skills regularly by attending conferences, workshops and in-service education programs.
With an excellent child-teacher ratio and our staff's commitment to excellence, we have the resources to give your children the environment they need for growing and learning.
Our curriculum content, rich in gender, racial and ethnic diversity, encourages children to think, reason, question and experiment.
Each child's creativity and curiosity is encouraged. All children are respected as individuals and valued for their uniqueness.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Pawtucket Day Child Development Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
122 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
74%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Edgar The Elephant
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Dr. Mary Ann Shallcross Smith, founder of Dr. Day Care -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Pawtucket Day Child Development Center often compared to?
Pawtucket Day Child Development Center is often viewed alongside schools like Darlington Early Childhood Center by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Pawtucket Day Child Development Center?
Pawtucket Day Child Development Center famous alumni include: Dr. Mary Ann Shallcross Smith, founder of Dr. Day Care.
When is the application deadline for Pawtucket Day Child Development Center?
The application deadline for Pawtucket Day Child Development Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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