Shady Lane School
Tel:
(412) 243-4040
Shady Lane began in 1966 as an idea that was ahead of its time on many fronts.
From the outset, we have advocated for doing better by our children, teachers, parents and community.
We seek knowledge and challenge assumptions.Even more importantly, we continue to listen and learn.
We keep ourselves at the forefront, adopting new understanding of learning styles and multiple intelligences and new findings from early childhood brain development research.The constant has been a strong passion for and a deep commitment to children; all that they bring, and all that they can become.
In September, 1993, the school was recognized as one of 10 exemplary preschool programs in the country by Child Magazine.
Shady Lane's educational program is responsive to the individual strengths and developmental needs of each child.
The school offers children, age 2 to 6, a program designed to help them grow as individuals, and in relationship with others and the worlds of materials and ideas.
Shady Lane School is committed to fostering children's self confidence, independence, curiosity, and problems-solving skills.
Caring staff members help students search for and form their own questions, ideas, and meaningful solutions in an environment of mutual trust. Students enjoy the pleasure of learning through direct experience.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Students: 130 students
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Shady Lane School places among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
- Category Attribute
- Advanced Degrees Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees
School Overview
| School Type | Early Childhood / Day Care |
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | European Council for International Schools |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | All children are welcome |
| Year Founded | 1966 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Student Body
| Total Students | 130 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 55% State avg.: 23% |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 24 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 5:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 80% |
| Average Class Size | 14 students |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (Play clothes, safe shoes) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Tuition Notes | Varies depending on age and schedule selected (Half-Day, Full-Day, Extended-Day) |
| % on Financial Aid | 25% |
| Admissions Director | Gina Capriotti |
| Admissions Associate | Janna Rasmussen |
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Shady Lane School is Plea School (0.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Shady Side Academy Junior School (0.3 miles away)
Show me:
- School Location Miles Grades Students
- Pittsburgh Grades: NS-5 | 267 students
0.3 miles
400 S Braddock
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
(412) 473-4400 0.3 NS-5
267 - Pittsburgh Grades: K-7 | 16 students
0.5 miles
299 Le Roi Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15208
(412) 731-0122 0.5 K-7
16 - PittsburghPlea SchoolSpecial Education SchoolGrades: PK-12 | 31 students
0.6 miles
733 South Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
(412) 243-3464 0.6 PK-12
31 - PittsburghPittsburgh Urban Christian School(Christian)Grades: K-8 | 132 students
0.7 miles
809 Center Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
(412) 244-1779 0.7 K-8
132 - Pittsburgh Grades: PK-8 | 146 students
0.7 miles
721 Rebecca Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
(412) 242-3515 0.7 PK-8
146
School Reviews
| 5 All three of my daughters went to Shady Lane School. The education program was superb. Children are treated like individuals with potential that can be developed and explored rather than pieces of clay that need to be developed into the "right" shape. I could not have asked for a better education/experience for my kids. An added bonus is that I have become good friends with many of the other parents I met there. - Posted by Parent - rbert |
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