Childcare agency offering a preschool program with teachers said to be kind and informative.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 81 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Smith Hill Early Childhood Lea ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
81 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
75%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Smith Hill Early Childhood Lea?
The application deadline for Smith Hill Early Childhood Lea is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Smith Hill Early Childhood Lea located?
Smith Hill Early Childhood Lea is located in the Smith Hill neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 1 other private schools located in Smith Hill.
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