Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Turtle Island Children's Center
About the School
- Turtle Island was founded in 1982 with the aim of bringing respectful, high quality care and education to the Central Vermont community.
- Turtle Island is a non-profit organization governed by a Board of Directors.
- Turtle Island strives to make this early educational experience exciting and engaging for all children through a play based Emergent curriculum.
- This is a philosophy that builds upon the interests of children, where topics are captured from the talk of children and their curiosity.
- Children learn best when they are happy and can relate to the material.
- Our teacher's are dedicated professionals who engage in ongoing professional development.
- The relationships that they forge with children are strong, often enduring well beyond the walls of Turtle Island.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1982
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
75 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 12%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
10 students
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$10,000-13,000 full year infant, toddler and PK program
% on Financial Aid
20%
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Meg Baird
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School Notes
- There is much to see and experience at Turtle Island Children's Center. Please contact us and come for a visit!
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Turtle Island Children's Center?
The acceptance rate of Turtle Island Children's Center is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 75%.
When is the application deadline for Turtle Island Children's Center?
The application deadline for Turtle Island Children's Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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