The Beginning School
At The Beginning School, we seek to create settings where children can explore, learn, play, worship, and enjoy one another as part of the entire St. Philip's community.
Opportunities for youth at St. Philip's include service, learning, music and fellowship.
Youth are an integral part of worship at St. Philip's — their visibility is evident in acolytes, choir, and drama.
St. Philip's offers many and varied opportunities for adults of all ages.
Whatever their focus, these groups provide opportunities for the development of Christian community — creating, nurturing and sustaining relationships.
Through them there is a place for service, learning, play, and expression of one's interests and skills.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
40 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student : Teacher Ratio
40:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- At The Beginning School, we seek to create settings where children can explore, learn, play, worship, and enjoy one another as part of the entire St. Philip's community. Opportunities for youth at St. Philip's include service, learning, music and fellowship. Youth are an integral part of worship at St. Philip's — their visibility is evident in acolytes, choir, and drama. St. Philip's offers many and varied opportunities for adults of all ages. Whatever their focus, these groups provide opportunities for the development of Christian community — creating, nurturing and sustaining relationships. Through them there is a place for service, learning, play, and expression of one's interests and skills.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for The Beginning School?
The application deadline for The Beginning School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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