Samuel Paley Early Learning in Philadelphia, PA, serves 58 students in preschool through kindergarten within a nonsectarian, city–based early childhood program.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 29:1 with a total of two teachers supporting its co–ed enrollment.
Located in Northeast Philadelphia, Samuel Paley Early Learning has a student body that is 61% students of color, ranking it among the most diverse private early learning programs in Pennsylvania.
The school is a member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children and other special emphasis associations, emphasizing early childhood education standards.
Samuel Paley Early Learning provides a local preschool option within Philadelphia's urban community, supporting early learners in a city setting.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Samuel Paley Early Learning ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
58 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
61%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Owls
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Maddy Malis, Early Childhood Education Leader -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Samuel Paley Early Learning?
Samuel Paley Early Learning famous alumni include: Maddy Malis, Early Childhood Education Leader.
When is the application deadline for Samuel Paley Early Learning?
The application deadline for Samuel Paley Early Learning is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Samuel Paley Early Learning located?
Samuel Paley Early Learning is located in the Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 29 other private schools located in Northeast Philadelphia.
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