The Lincroft Center For Children is a nonsectarian early childhood program serving preschool and kindergarten students in the suburban community of Lincroft, NJ.
Founded in 1984, the school enrolls 94 students with an average class size of 10 and is a member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
The program operates with one teacher, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of 94:1.
Annual tuition for the Lincroft Center For Children is $12,000, reflecting the cost of its early childhood day care services.
This coeducational center is located in a large suburban neighborhood in Lincroft and offers programs focused on early learning through kindergarten.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Yearly Tuition: $12,000
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1984
Student Body
Total Students
94 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Average Class Size
10 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$12,000
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Lincroft Center For Children cost?
The Lincroft Center For Children's tuition is approximately $12,000 for private students.
When is the application deadline for The Lincroft Center For Children?
The application deadline for The Lincroft Center For Children is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to The Lincroft Center For Children is Christian Brothers Academy (0.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is A Child S Place School (0.3 miles away)
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(732) 741-3133
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