The Little Dolphin

The Little Dolphin School is dedicated to enhancing young children's intellectual, social, emotional, physical, and creative development.
We do this in a warm, nurturing environment filled with appropriate opportunities for children to explore the world around them.
Children learn and develop differently.  Our program is individualized, as well as based on themes designed to spark enthusiasm and creativity in young minds.
Our curriculum is based on the New York State Standards of excellence.
The Little Dolphin School is an early childhood learning center that offers 3K and UPK.
The Little Dolphin is licensed by the New York City Department of Health, chartered by the New York State Board of Regents, and is an active member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
Our curriculum is based on the New York State standards of excellence.
We hope to reach these goals years end.  Though we concentrate on social skills for our early childhood learners, academic pursuits are evident from the youngest to the oldest classrooms.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 45 students
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: Jun. 30
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1982

Student Body

Total Students
45 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 40%

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
10%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jun. 30
Application URL
Source: Verified school update

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When is the application deadline for The Little Dolphin?
The application deadline for The Little Dolphin is Jun. 30.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 45 students
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: Jun. 30
  • Source: Verified school update

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