At Sunshine Center preschool each family and child has the advantage of working with a interdisciplinary team that includes early childhood educators, special educators, speech, physical and occupational therapists, a registered nurse and a social worker.
Because each situation is unique, our team involves the family in the process to meet the changing needs of each child parents, you deserve to know everything that happens while your child is in our care.
We make great effort to ensure that you are always in the know.
We love to tell you about and show you your child's experiences through daily communications and the photographic displays around the room.
To make sure the care we provide is just right for you and your baby, a personal care plan includes a schedule, nutritional guidelines, and any other requirements specific to your child.
The plan will reflect your child's unique characteristics and your own beliefs, values, and culture.
Regular phone calls and conferences with our child care specialists are all part of this important partnership.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 3 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
3 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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