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Jdn Early Childhood Center

22201 Fairmount Boulevard Cleveland, OH 44118

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked OH School
  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 81 students
  • Average class size: 9 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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About the School

  • JDN Early Childhood Center offers quality, year-round infant, toddler, and preschool programs for children ages 6 weeks to five years.
  • JDN fosters academic readiness, confidence, self-control, creativity, a love of learning, and attends to the social, emotional, physical and cognitive needs of the young child.
  • Our small classes and dedicated teachers make children feel secure and comfortable.
  • They will participate in art, music, movement, and social play in an atmosphere which focuses on relationships and diversity.
  • This promotes respect and acceptance of others.
  • JDN creates a warm stable environment where children can grow while learning about themselves and the world around them.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked OH School
  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 81 students
  • Average class size: 9 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Jdn Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:

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School History

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1922
Summer School Offered
Yes
Campus Size
32 acres

Student Body

Total Students
81 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 25%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
9 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$1300 per month for 5 full days for infants. $1110 per month for 5 full days for toddlers. $1010 per month for 5 full days for preschool. Some part time slots available
% on Financial Aid
15%
Admissions Director
Suzanne Appel, M.S.S.A., L.I.S.W.
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School Notes

  • JDN Early Childhood Center offers quality, year-round infant, toddler, and preschool programs for children ages 6 weeks tofive years. JDN fosters academic readiness, confidence, self-control, creativity, a love of learning, and attends to the social, emotional, physical and cognitive needs of the young child. Our small classes and dedicated teachers make children feel secure and comfortable. They will participate in art, music, movement, and social play in an atmosphere which focuses on relationships and diversity. This promotes respect and acceptance of others. JDN creates a warm stable environment where children can grow while learning about themselves and the world around them.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Chava Harris - Director of Crisis Services -
    • Ali Trotter - Associate Director -
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are famous alumni from Jdn Early Childhood Center?
Jdn Early Childhood Center famous alumni include: Chava Harris - Director of Crisis Services and Ali Trotter - Associate Director.
What is Jdn Early Childhood Center's ranking?
Jdn Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Jdn Early Childhood Center?
The application deadline for Jdn Early Childhood Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Cleveland, OH is $8,225 for elementary schools and $12,539 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
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