St. Jamess Childrens Center

St. James's Children's Center was founded in 1986. Over our history we have always stood out among child care programs for providing all children, regardless of ability, exceptional educational and cultural experiences.
As a child care center, the Children's Center was established as an affordable, academically competitive preschool and after-school education program for children 2-12, including those identified with special needs.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 46 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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St. Jamess Childrens Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1986

Student Body

Total Students
46 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
St. Jamess Childrens Center Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
46:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for St. Jamess Childrens Center?
The application deadline for St. Jamess Childrens Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Jamess Childrens Center located?
St. Jamess Childrens Center is located in the The Fan District neighborhood of Richmond, VA. There are 1 other private schools located in The Fan District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 46 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Richmond, VA is $16,856 for elementary schools and $19,503 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Richmond, VA is 65% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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