Learn and Play PreK is a day school setting, M-F, 8:05-2:35, following the school district calendar September to June.
UPK Universal Pre-Kindergarten class curriculum, with the addition of PreK tuition students (3 & 4 year olds)
Learn and Play PreK provides a safe, developmentally appropriate, nurturing environment that promotes social, emotional, cognitive and physical growth.
Our goal is to build skills that set chilldren up for sucess in kindergarten and beyond.
At Learn and Play PreK, an experienced Teacher and Teacher Aide work closely with parents to help children reach their full potential.
Earning trust, growing in responsibility, making decisions, learning to play and work well with others, and following through are important goals.
We are located in the front part of Jill's Play Yard (day care) in Ransomville (Learn and Play PreK and Jill's Play Yard are two seperate programs).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,000
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Learn and Play PreK ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
22 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Full Day Program 8:05-2:35 daily
2, 3, or 5 day options available
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Erika Sidell Schultz
School Notes
- Learn and Play PreK is a day school setting, M-F, 8:05-2:35, following the school district calendar September to June.
- UPK Universal Pre-Kindergarten class curriculum, with the addition of PreK tuition students (3 & 4 year olds)
- Learn and Play PreK provides a safe, developmentally appropriate, nurturing environment that promotes social, emotional, cognitive and physical growth.
- Our goal is to build skills that set chilldren up for sucess in kindergarten and beyond.
- At Learn and Play PreK, an experienced Teacher and Teacher Aide work closely with parents to help children reach their full potential.
- Earning trust, growing in responsibility, making decisions, learning to play and work well with others, and following through are important goals.
- We are located in the front part of Jill's Play Yard (day care) in Ransomville (Learn and Play PreK and Jill's Play Yard are two seperate programs).
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Learn and Play PreK cost?
Learn and Play PreK's tuition is approximately $4,000 for private students.
What schools are Learn and Play PreK often compared to?
Learn and Play PreK is often viewed alongside schools like Desales Catholic School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Learn and Play PreK?
The acceptance rate of Learn and Play PreK is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 74%.
When is the application deadline for Learn and Play PreK?
The application deadline for Learn and Play PreK is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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