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Cane Child Development Center

281 Post Road Wakefield, RI 02879

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 42 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • CANE Child Development Center is committed to provide educational, social, emotional, physical and nutritional needs of each child enrolled.
  • Our goal is to provide a quality preschool and early child development program to the families of South Kingstown, Narragansett, Charlestown, and surrounding communities.
  • Our philosophy is that children learn best through play.
  • The center's flexible daily schedule allows many varied and balanced activities to take place which enhance a child's total development.
  • Regular periods of exercise and outdoor play are incorporated into the educational program.
  • Our qualified staff of professionals and para-professionals have a combined 50 years of experience in early childhood development.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 42 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1962
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Student Body

Total Students
42 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
60%
State avg.: 28%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
42:1
National avg.:

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

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The application deadline for Cane Child Development Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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