The Growing Place in Richmond, KY enrolls 107 students from pre–kindergarten through first grade in a town setting with a Methodist religious affiliation.
Founded in 1991, the school offers early childhood education with a co–educational program serving children ages PK to 1.
The student–teacher ratio is 54:1, based on 2 full–time teachers supporting the current enrollment.
The school's student body includes approximately 6% students of color, reflecting some racial diversity within the community.
The Growing Place serves families seeking a religious–affiliated early learning program in the Richmond town area.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 107 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
107 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 13%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: To serve our children and families by showing them God’s love.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are The Growing Place often compared to?
The Growing Place is often viewed alongside schools like The Learning Center At First Baptist, St. Mark Catholic School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for The Growing Place?
The application deadline for The Growing Place is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to The Growing Place is Winchester Christian Academy (17.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Mark Catholic School (0.2 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Mark Catholic School
(Catholic)
115 Parrish Avenue
Richmond, KY 40475
(859) 623-2989
Richmond, KY 40475
(859) 623-2989
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 139 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
The Learning Center At First Baptist
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
425 Eastern Byp
Richmond, KY 40475
(859) 623-4028
Richmond, KY 40475
(859) 623-4028
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 135 students
993 Four Mile Rd
Richmond, KY 40475
(859) 353-8202
Richmond, KY 40475
(859) 353-8202
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 168 students
Walnut Hill Day School
Daycare / Preschool
575 Walnut Hill Rd
Lexington, KY 40515
(859) 263-2807
Lexington, KY 40515
(859) 263-2807
16.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 90 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Clark County Christian School
(Christian)
2450 Colby Road
Winchester, KY 40391
(859) 745-6555
Winchester, KY 40391
(859) 745-6555
17 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 89 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 1
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Winchester Christian Academy
(Christian)
2410 Lexington Rd
Winchester, KY 40391
(859) 745-6026
Winchester, KY 40391
(859) 745-6026
17.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 87 students
3900 Rapid Run Drive
Lexington, KY 40515
(859) 271-0079
Lexington, KY 40515
(859) 271-0079
18 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 434 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 22 Tuition listed
Tabernacle Christian Academy
(Baptist)
2420 Lexington Rd
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 887-1091
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 887-1091
18.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 61 students
Grace Bible Academy
(Christian)
250 N Main St
Winchester, KY 40391
(859) 355-5178
Winchester, KY 40391
(859) 355-5178
18.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 108 students
165 Nehemiah Way
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 313-5285
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 313-5285
19.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 147 students Avg. class size: 24 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Mark Catholic School
(Catholic)
115 Parrish Avenue
Richmond, KY 40475
(859) 623-2989
Richmond, KY 40475
(859) 623-2989
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 139 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
993 Four Mile Rd
Richmond, KY 40475
(859) 353-8202
Richmond, KY 40475
(859) 353-8202
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 168 students
Clark County Christian School
(Christian)
2450 Colby Road
Winchester, KY 40391
(859) 745-6555
Winchester, KY 40391
(859) 745-6555
17 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 89 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 1
Seton Catholic School
(Catholic)
1740 Summerhill Dr
Lexington, KY 40515
(859) 273-7827
Lexington, KY 40515
(859) 273-7827
17.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 301 students
St. Agatha Academy ![St. Agatha Academy Photo - St. Agatha Academy, Winchester, KY: A Vibrant Learning Community Anchored in Christ, Since 1919.]( "St. Agatha Academy Photo - St. Agatha Academy, Winchester, KY: A Vibrant Learning Community Anchored in Christ, Since 1919.")
(Catholic)
244 S Main St
Winchester, KY 40391
(859) 744-6484
Winchester, KY 40391
(859) 744-6484
17.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 107 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Mark Catholic School
(Catholic)
115 Parrish Avenue
Richmond, KY 40475
(859) 623-2989
Richmond, KY 40475
(859) 623-2989
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 139 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
The Learning Center At First Baptist
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
425 Eastern Byp
Richmond, KY 40475
(859) 623-4028
Richmond, KY 40475
(859) 623-4028
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 135 students
993 Four Mile Rd
Richmond, KY 40475
(859) 353-8202
Richmond, KY 40475
(859) 353-8202
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 168 students
Walnut Hill Day School
Daycare / Preschool
575 Walnut Hill Rd
Lexington, KY 40515
(859) 263-2807
Lexington, KY 40515
(859) 263-2807
16.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 90 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Clark County Christian School
(Christian)
2450 Colby Road
Winchester, KY 40391
(859) 745-6555
Winchester, KY 40391
(859) 745-6555
17 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 89 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 1
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Lincoln County Area Technology Center
Vocational School
422 Education Way
Stanford, KY 40484
(606) 365-8500
Stanford, KY 40484
(606) 365-8500
9011 miles
Gr: 8-12
Lincoln County High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
60 Education Way
Stanford, KY 40484
(606) 365-9111
Stanford, KY 40484
(606) 365-9111
9011 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 886 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Lincoln County Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
285 Education Way
Stanford, KY 40484
(606) 365-8400
Stanford, KY 40484
(606) 365-8400
9011.1 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 697 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Camp Dick Robinson Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
279 North Camp Dick Rd
Lancaster, KY 40444
(859) 792-6136
Lancaster, KY 40444
(859) 792-6136
9012.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 446 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Wilmore Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
150 Campground Ln
Wilmore, KY 40390
(859) 858-3134
Wilmore, KY 40390
(859) 858-3134
9013.2 miles
Gr: 1-5 | 473 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
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