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Tender Loving Childcare

5.00 (1 review)

4600 E Howell St Philadelphia, PA 19135

Tel: (215) 289-7227

www.privateschoolreview.com

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Nursery/Preschool
Yearly Tuition: $25,642
Acceptance rate: 70%
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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Quick Facts (2026)

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 Facts

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

45%

State avg.: 27%

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$25,642

View national tuition avg.

Acceptance Rate

70%

National avg.: 82%

Application URL

Online Application

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.

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.

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 .

- Posted by Parent - Mcqua

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The average private school tuition in Philadelphia, PA is $13,062 for elementary schools and $19,019 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Philadelphia, PA is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).