School of Little Scholars' private preschool and kindergarten programs promote each child's social, emotional, cognitive, and academic development in positive ways designed to further curiosity and creativity.
Each classroom environment creatively respects the developmental needs of each student.
School of Little Scholars will not compromise its mission of nurturing the positive growth and development of children.
The security and safety of Serendipity students are paramount. The students' happiness and personal growth are the products of the caring and loving staff and the positive physical environment of the school.
The success of School of Little Scholars will be measured by witnessing our students who not only find happiness and joy in our educational setting but who learn with incredible proficiency.
Our curriculum encompasses each child's participation, interest, enthusiasm, and ideas.
Children at School of Little Scholars may express their ideas and follow their dreams without subjective or artificial restrictions.
Our loving, well-educated, and experienced staff respect, encourage, and guide Serendipity students while respecting individual temperaments, talents, and abilities.
Little Scholars children learn through positive, cognitive activities directed by talented, caring teachers.
They sense that School of Little Scholars is a "home-away-from-home" school where they will receive a wonderful education in a nurturing, positive environment.
All aspects of teaching take place in relaxed, nurturing atmospheres.
Self-esteem takes precedence. Little Scholars students are encouraged to learn to make their own decisions and to solve problems.
Our ultimate objective envisions the long-term personal and educational growth of our students that will bolster their personal and professional success and happiness.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1996
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
37 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
83%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
37:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$480.00 Full Time Program 9-3 M-F
$120.00 Extended Day Care 6:30-9, 3-6
Admissions Director
Ida Tillmann
Application URL
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Kid FitSpanish Class
Warrior Tots
Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClassPiano Class
School Notes
- School Motto: Our Children are the focus of all our effort
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for School Of Little Scholars?
The application deadline for School Of Little Scholars is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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