Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Acceptance rate: 85%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Dearhaven Childcare & Learning Center
About the School
- Dearhaven Childcare & Learning Center serves 37 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten, is a member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
- The student:teacher of Dearhaven Childcare & Learning Center is 12:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Acceptance rate: 85%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
37 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Dearhaven Childcare & Learning Center often compared to?
Dearhaven Childcare & Learning Center is often viewed alongside schools like Montessori School Of Lake Forest, School Of St. Mary by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Dearhaven Childcare & Learning Center?
The acceptance rate of Dearhaven Childcare & Learning Center is 85%, which is lower than the national average of 89%.
When is the application deadline for Dearhaven Childcare & Learning Center?
The application deadline for Dearhaven Childcare & Learning Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school to Dearhaven Childcare & Learning Center is Lake Forest Academy (1.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is School Of St. Mary (1.2 miles away)
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