Wee Care Day School in East Petersburg, PA, is a nonsectarian, co–ed alternative school serving grades PK through 8 in a suburban community setting.
The school enrolls 34 students with a student–teacher ratio of 9:1 supported by 4 teachers.
Approximately 21% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the enrollment.
As a suburban private school, Wee Care Day School provides early childhood through middle school education for families in the East Petersburg area.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
34 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Wee Care Day School?
The application deadline for Wee Care Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Wee Care Day School is Lancaster Country Day School (3.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Montessori Academy Of Lancaster (2.3 miles away)
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Montessori Academy Of Lancaster ![Montessori Academy Of Lancaster Photo - Montessori Academy of Lancaster celebrates International Day of Peace 2025 with a parade, songs, and poems.]( "Montessori Academy Of Lancaster Photo - Montessori Academy of Lancaster celebrates International Day of Peace 2025 with a parade, songs, and poems.")
Montessori School
2750 Weaver Rd
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 560-0815
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 560-0815
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 203 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Chesterbrook Academy
Daycare / Preschool
695 Good Dr
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 392-5828
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 392-5828
3 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 7 students
Saint Leo The Great School ![Saint Leo The Great School Photo - Holy Mass every Friday. Confession 2-3 times per year. Grade level retreats for every grade. Numerous pilgrimage opportunities & faith building extras like vacation bible school, youth ministry and pro life / works of mercy]( "Saint Leo The Great School Photo - Holy Mass every Friday. Confession 2-3 times per year. Grade level retreats for every grade. Numerous pilgrimage opportunities & faith building extras like vacation bible school, youth ministry and pro life / works of mercy")
(Catholic)
2427 Marietta Avenue
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 394-1742
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 394-1742
3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 332 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed
Sporting Valley School
(Amish)
803 S Colebrook Rd
Manheim, PA 17545
(917) 604-0957
Manheim, PA 17545
(917) 604-0957
3.1 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 28 students
Kindercare Learning Center ![Kindercare Learning Center Photo - Infant Classroom]( "Kindercare Learning Center Photo - Infant Classroom")
Daycare / Preschool
595 Centerville Rd
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 898-8426
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 898-8426
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 108 students
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