Tender Loving Childcare was founded over 30 years ago by a mother who wanted to be home with her children.
This mother, Toni Boerner, decided to open a daycare center for children that would not only be a safe, faith-centered environment for children to enjoy their day, but also a place to learn and grow.
TLC has and will always strive to do everything possible to assure a safe, loving, caring, nurturing, learning environment for your child and in addition will do everything possible to help the working parents through this new experience of parent/child separation.
We will work to maintain constant school/parent communication and do whatever is possible to add assurance, confidence and peace of mind so you, the parent, may go to work, do your job, and know that we are doing ours.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool
- Yearly Tuition: $25,642
- Acceptance rate: 70%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
45%
State avg.: 27%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,642
Acceptance Rate
70%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
School Notes
- Tender Loving Childcare was founded over 30 years ago by a mother who wanted to be home with her children.
- This mother, Toni Boerner, decided to open a daycare center for children that would not only be a safe, faith-centered environment for children to enjoy their day, but also a place to learn and grow.
- TLC has and will always strive to do everything possible to assure a safe, loving, caring, nurturing, learning environment for your child and in addition will do everything possible to help the working parents through this new experience of parent/child separation.
- We will work to maintain constant school/parent communication and do whatever is possible to add assurance, confidence and peace of mind so you, the parent, may go to work, do your job, and know that we are doing ours.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe - Award-winning author -
- Jane Smith - Nobel Laureate, Class of 1995 -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Tender Loving Childcare cost?
Tender Loving Childcare's tuition is approximately $25,642 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Tender Loving Childcare?
The acceptance rate of Tender Loving Childcare is 70%, which is lower than the national average of 81%.
Who are famous alumni from Tender Loving Childcare?
Tender Loving Childcare famous alumni include: John Doe - Award-winning author and Jane Smith - Nobel Laureate, Class of 1995.
When is the application deadline for Tender Loving Childcare?
The application deadline for Tender Loving Childcare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Tender Loving Childcare located?
Tender Loving Childcare is located in the Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 29 other private schools located in Northeast Philadelphia.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Tender Loving Childcare is School Of Faith In God (0.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Bartholomew Catholic School (0.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Blessed Trinity Catholic School (0.9 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Bartholomew Catholic School
(Catholic)
Jackson & Sanger
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 744-6393
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 744-6393
0.3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 290 students
School Of Faith In God
(Episcopal)
1680-82 Bridge St
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 289-2270
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 289-2270
0.8 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 9 students
3033 Levick Street
Philadelphia, PA 19149
(215) 338-9797
Philadelphia, PA 19149
(215) 338-9797
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 494 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition listed
Resurrection Regional Catholic School
(Catholic)
2020 Shelmire Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19149
(215) 742-1127
Philadelphia, PA 19149
(215) 742-1127
1.3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 367 students
1500 Orthodox Street
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 533-5368
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 533-5368
1.4 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 258 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
My son has Autism and has been going too TLC since summer 2012. Thanks to childlink who helped my son since he was one and at three years of age they do a IEP meeting to discuss a school program that meets his needs. His teachers are great. I am so thankful for tender loving care because my son has improved so much from his teacher ms.jen and his ot therapist . Thank you TLC for your help and for helping my son improve and now does eye contact and so much more.I recommend this school. My son doesn't talk yet but gets very excited when his bus comes to pick him up and when I say his teachers name. My son will be four in April everyone in my family is very happy when they see him because he now shows more love gives hugs eye contacts talks when he wants to and now tells me when he wants too eat and when he needs a drink. (; SCHOOL IS VERY RECOMMENEDED for all kids that need early intervention not just for autism .
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