Serendipity Day School is a non-profit private preschool serving families with children ages 2 to 5.
We have been in business for over 40 years and we hae an excellent reputation.
We are dedicated to providing children with a warm stimulating environment in which they are encouraged to make their own choices.
As a result, they discover agreeable and valuable things all of the time! We have a strong parent community and a dedicated staff.
Our school employs 19 individuals and we are open year round.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1975
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
76 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$825 per month for full time. $644 per month for MWF. $479 per month for TTh.
Summer Program Cost Notes
Summer tuition depends on schedule
Admissions Director
Sarah Urias
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Play is the exultation of the possible
- Serendipity Day School is a non-profit private preschool serving families with children ages 2 to 5.
- We have been in business for over 40 years and we hae an excellent reputation.
- We are dedicated to providing children with a warm stimulating environment in which they are encouraged to make their own choices.
- As a result, they discover agreeable and valuable things all of the time! We have a strong parent community and a dedicated staff.
- Our school employs 19 individuals and we are open year round.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Serendipity Day School?
Serendipity Day School famous alumni include: .
When is the application deadline for Serendipity Day School?
The application deadline for Serendipity Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Serendipity Day School located?
Serendipity Day School is located in the Nob Hill neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 1 other private schools located in Nob Hill.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Serendipity Day School is Axiom Christian Classical School (1.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Our Lady Of Fatima Elementary School (0.9 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Our Lady Of Fatima Elementary School
(Catholic)
4020 Lomas Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 255-6391
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 255-6391
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 227 students
St. Charles Borromeo Elementary School
(Catholic)
1801 Hazeldine Ave Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 767-1065
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 767-1065
1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 106 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
Pando Little School ![Pando Little School Photo]( "Pando Little School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
3504 Anderson Ave, SE
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 585-1259
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 585-1259
1.1 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 26 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
1404 Lead Ave SE
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 347-9068
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 347-9068
1.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 122 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Presbyterian Ear Institute
Special Education School
415 Cedar St Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 224-7020
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 224-7020
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 8 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1404 Lead Ave SE
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 347-9068
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 347-9068
1.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 122 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Acton Academy Albuquerque ![Acton Academy Albuquerque Photo - Acton ABQ]( "Acton Academy Albuquerque Photo - Acton ABQ")
Alternative School (Christian)
3100 Menaul Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 358-1163
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 358-1163
2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 54 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Oak Grove Classical Academy
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
8888 Harper Rd NE,
Albuquerque, NM 87111
(505) 269-2696
Albuquerque, NM 87111
(505) 269-2696
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 374 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
301 Menaul Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 341-7250
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 341-7250
2.7 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 196 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Salam School
(Islamic)
8015 Mountain Rd Pine
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 888-7688
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 888-7688
3.1 miles
Gr: PK-11 | 138 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Our Lady Of Fatima Elementary School
(Catholic)
4020 Lomas Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 255-6391
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 255-6391
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 227 students
St. Charles Borromeo Elementary School
(Catholic)
1801 Hazeldine Ave Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 767-1065
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 767-1065
1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 106 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
1404 Lead Ave SE
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 347-9068
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 347-9068
1.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 122 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
300 Gold Ave SE
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 243-2589
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 243-2589
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 84 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Acton Academy Albuquerque ![Acton Academy Albuquerque Photo - Acton ABQ]( "Acton Academy Albuquerque Photo - Acton ABQ")
Alternative School (Christian)
3100 Menaul Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 358-1163
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 358-1163
2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 54 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Our Lady Of Fatima Elementary School
(Catholic)
4020 Lomas Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 255-6391
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 255-6391
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 227 students
St. Charles Borromeo Elementary School
(Catholic)
1801 Hazeldine Ave Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 767-1065
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 767-1065
1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 106 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
Pando Little School ![Pando Little School Photo]( "Pando Little School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
3504 Anderson Ave, SE
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 585-1259
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 585-1259
1.1 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 26 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Presbyterian Ear Institute
Special Education School
415 Cedar St Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 224-7020
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 224-7020
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 8 students
A Child's Garden Preschool
Daycare / Preschool (Presbyterian)
215 Locust Street Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 764-2920
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 764-2920
1.6 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 171 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Monte Vista Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3211 Monte Vista Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 260-2030
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 260-2030
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 379 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Jefferson Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
712 Girard Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 255-8691
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 255-8691
0.6 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 615 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Bandelier Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3309 Pershing St Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 255-8744
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 255-8744
0.7 miles
Gr: K-5 | 387 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
New Mexico Academy For The Media Arts
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4401 Central Ave Ne Bldg 2
Albuquerque, NM 87108
(505) 243-1957
Albuquerque, NM 87108
(505) 243-1957
0.9 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 109 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Highland Autism Center
Special Education School
(Reading: ≤20%)
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
220 Monroe Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87108
(505) 266-6869
Albuquerque, NM 87108
(505) 266-6869
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 15 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
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