The St. Paul's Child Development Center is a preschool, pre-kindergarten, and kindergarten which strives to create child centered environments concerned with the development of the whole child - socially, emotionally, physically, intellectually, and spiritually.
Developmentally based learning activities are individualized and flexibly created in natural settings.
Communication, self-control, self-expression, creativity and growth of a positive self-image are fostered.
We provide preschool, pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, and summer programs. Being in the business for over 20 years, our qualified staff creates a comfortable environment in our child-centered program.
We have a low student/teacher ratio, which helps focus on our developmentally based philosophy.
We are non-profit and accredited by NAEYC. The preschool has a mixed age grouping that allows each child to grow at his or her own rate.
In addition to individualized growth, this setting allows children of diverse gages to interact, optimizing what can be learned when children of varying ages and abilities, have opportunities to interact.
All manner of diversity is encouraged in the St. Paul's Child Development Center environment.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Paul's Child Development Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 30, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
53 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
80%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- The St. Paul's Child Development Center is a preschool, pre-kindergarten, and kindergarten which strives to create child centered environments concerned with the development of the whole child - socially, emotionally, physically, intellectually, and spiritually. Developmentally based learning activities are individualized and flexibly created in natural settings. Communication, self-control, self-expression, creativity and growth of a positive self-image are fostered. We provide preschool, pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, and summer programs. Being in the business for over 20 years, our qualified staff creates a comfortable environment in our child-centered program. We have a low student/teacher ratio, which helps focus on our developmentally based philosophy. We are non-profit and accredited by NAEYC. The preschool has a mixed age grouping that allows each child to grow at his or her own rate. In addition to individualized growth, this setting allows children of diverse gages to interact, optimizing what can be learned when children of varying ages and abilities, have opportunities to interact. All manner of diversity is encouraged in the St. Paul's Child Development Center environment.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for St. Paul's Child Development Center?
The application deadline for St. Paul's Child Development Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Paul's Child Development Center located?
St. Paul's Child Development Center is located in the North Bridgeport neighborhood of Bridgeport, CT.
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