St. Paul's Lutheran School

701 S College Ave Newark, DE 19713
Tel: (302) 368-0064 Ext. 118
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 52 students
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 52 students
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Facts

Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Students By Grade
School Calendar
School Motto
Let the little children come to me.

Student Body

Total Students
52 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 27%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
play clothes recommended

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Please inquire to receive tuition and fees.
% on Financial Aid
1%
Admissions Director
School Director
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports

School Notes

  • St. Paul's Lutheran School is a Delaware Stars for Early Success program with a star level 4 rating. We offer part & full day Pre-School and Pre-Kindergarten programs.
  • We have partnered with our neighboring schools, McVey Elementary, Newark Charter and Aspira School, to offer an after school program.
  • The mission of St. Paul's Lutheran School is to provide a quality education centered on the Gospel of Jesus Christ which, daily provides the experience of God's love and grace; helps nurture each child's faith; provides the opportunity for outreach to families; and honors and nurtures the child's self worth in a way that enables each to reach his or her ultimate potential.
  • The mission of St. Paul's Lutheran School is to provide a quality education centered on the Gospel of Jesus Christ which daily provides the experience of God's love and grace; helps nurture each child's faith; provides the opportunity for outreach to families; and honors and nurtures the child's self worth in a way that enables each to reach his or her ultimate potential. St. Paul's Lutheran School is a Delaware Stars for Early Success program with a star level 4 rating. We offer part & full day Pre-School and Pre-Kindergarten programs. Our Pre-School Curriculum is derived from The High Scope Curriculum, an individualized program to meet the needs of every child and based on accepted theories of child development. All of our instructional programs include motor skills develoment, social relationship building, math and science awareness, language arts, creative arts expression, and music.
  • We have partnered with our neighboring elementary schools, McVey Elementary, Newark Charter School and Aspria Academyto offer a recreational and educational after school program. Extended care activities include arts and crafts, weekly projects, outdoor recreation, music and drama, and homework assistance. A nutritious afternoon snacks are provided for all children enrolled in our program.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does St. Paul's Lutheran School offer?
St. Paul's Lutheran School offers 1 interscholastic sports: Soccer.
When is the application deadline for St. Paul's Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. Paul's Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (2 reviews)
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I highly recommend this preschool to anyone looking to get the most out of learning in a fun environment for their child.
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I am so happy I found St. Paul's preschool for my son. The class sizes are small and the teachers are great! The school has great communications with families!!
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