Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 7 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
The Children's Academy
About the School
- Located in Media, PA, The Children's Academy is a nonsectarian, co–ed early childhood program serving 7 kindergarten students in a suburban setting.
- Founded in 1905, the school operates on a 50–acre campus and maintains a student–teacher ratio of 7:1 with one full–time teacher.
- The annual tuition for this Media kindergarten program is $25,000, reflecting its early childhood education focus.
- The student body includes 14% students of color, representing diversity within this small enrollment private kindergarten.
- The Children's Academy is among the oldest private schools in Pennsylvania based on founding year.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 7 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
7 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 27%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for The Children's Academy?
The application deadline for The Children's Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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