The kindergarten offers a small, nurturing, child-centered, full-day kindergarten program that is especially appropriate for children with summer birthdays who might benefit from an additional year before attending their future elementary school.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Yearly Tuition: $45,000
- Acceptance rate: 86%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Phebe Anna Thorne Kindergarten ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
69 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$45,000
Acceptance Rate
86%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
Endowment Size
$500 million
School Notes
- School Motto: Lead with Intention
- School Mascot: Mawrter
- The kindergarten offers a small, nurturing, child-centered, full-day kindergarten program that is especially appropriate for children with summer birthdays who might benefit from an additional year before attending their future elementary school.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Nobel Laureate - 1950 -
- Author - 1980 -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Phebe Anna Thorne Kindergarten cost?
Phebe Anna Thorne Kindergarten's tuition is approximately $45,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Phebe Anna Thorne Kindergarten?
The acceptance rate of Phebe Anna Thorne Kindergarten is 86%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
Who are famous alumni from Phebe Anna Thorne Kindergarten?
Phebe Anna Thorne Kindergarten famous alumni include: Nobel Laureate - 1950 and Author - 1980.
When is the application deadline for Phebe Anna Thorne Kindergarten?
The application deadline for Phebe Anna Thorne Kindergarten is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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