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Turtle Island Children's Center

659 Elm Street Montpelier, VT 05602
Tel: (802) 229-4047
www.turtleislandvt.org

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • 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
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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 (2026-27)

  • 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
Early Childhood / Day Care
Religious Affiliation
Nonsectarian
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1982
Summer School Offered
Yes
Campus Size
3 acres

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.: 82%
Admissions Director
Meg Baird
Application URL
Online Application

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
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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 71%.
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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