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St. Lukes Day School, LLC

12656 Dunks Ferry Rd Philadelphia, PA 19154

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 40 students
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
St. Lukes Day School, LLC Photo #1
St. Lukes Day School, LLC Photo #2 - More Class Pet Cuteness
St. Lukes Day School, LLC Photo #3 - Rita's Water Ice is a fun special treat, we like to give our kids, on a hot summer day.
St. Lukes Day School, LLC Photo #4 - The Franklin Institute came out as one of many Summer Program Special Visitors and the kids enjoyed every minute!
St. Lukes Day School, LLC Photo #5 - Tommy the turtle and Mr. Snuggles are classroom pets, that the children adore.
St. Lukes Day School, LLC Photo #6 - Soccer Shots is a wonderful program, that comes out to our center, to teach our youngsters the main techniques about soccer, while they're learning other necessities like good manners and respect.
St. Lukes Day School, LLC Photo #7 - This is another special visitor, that we have out every summer... Peaceable Kingdom Petting Zoo. I cannot express the love & gentleness, our children show these adorable animals and every year it just gets better and better!
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 40 students
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
Year Founded
1973
School Calendar
School Motto
We believe the world of children is one of wonder and curiosity that should be explored fully by all children.

Student Body

Total Students
40 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 27%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
We do require children to wear closed toe shoe/sneakers all year long.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Classroom PT Rate/FT Rate Infant/Young Toddler $275/$320 Older Toddler/Young Preschool $260/$300 Preschool/Pre-K $250/$280 *We also accept CCIS/Subsidy Care
Admissions Director
Sonia Klakowicz
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Sports

Total Sports Offered
3 sports

School Notes

  • St. Luke's Dayschool opened in 1973 to provide quality child care to working families in the Northeast.
  • We operate as a non-profit, non-sectarian organization, and enroll without regard to creed, national origin, race, religious preference or sex.
  • We provide a fun, dafe, academic program for children ages three to five.
  • We began the Start with Stars in the Spring of 2005, and quickly received our Star One designation.
  • We are currently working on our Star Two designation, but have stalled a bit in order to receive a second Star One Fiscal Grant.
  • We believe the world of children is one of wonder and curiosity that should be explored fully by all children.
  • At St. Luke's, we strive to provide an environment that allows the whole child to develop: emotionally, physically, cognitively, and mentally.
  • We encourage children to be creative and responsible beings so that they can develop into healthy, responsible individuals.
  • Our goal is to provide parents with a warm, caring environment for their most precious possessions.
  • We give the children love and nurturing we would expect others to give our own children.
  • We mend boo boos, nurse sicknesses and give hugs to comfort as needed.
  • We foster an atmosphere of mutual respect, trust and open, honest communication for all families within the center.
  • St. Luke's Dayschool opened in 1973 to provide quality child care to working families in the Northeast. We operate as a non-profit, non-sectarian organization, and enroll without regard to creed, national origin, race, religious preference or sex. We provide a fun, dafe, academic program for children ages three to five. We began the Start with Stars in the Spring of 2005, and quickly received our Star One designation. We are currently working on our Star Two designation, but have stalled a bit in order to receive a second Star One Fiscal Grant. We believe the world of children is one of wonder and curiosity that should be explored fully by all children. At St. Luke's, we strive to provide an environment that allows the whole child to develop: emotionally, physically, cognitively, and mentally. We encourage children to be creative and responsible beings so that they can develop into healthy, responsible individuals. Our goal is to provide parents with a warm, caring environment for their most precious possessions. We give the children love and nurturing we would expect others to give our own children. We mend boo boos, nurse sicknesses and give hugs to comfort as needed. We foster an atmosphere of mutual respect, trust and open, honest communication for all families within the center.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does St. Lukes Day School, LLC offer?
St. Lukes Day School, LLC offers 3 interscholastic sports: Dance, Indoor Soccer and Soccer.
When is the application deadline for St. Lukes Day School, LLC?
The application deadline for St. Lukes Day School, LLC is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Lukes Day School, LLC located?
St. Lukes Day School, LLC is located in the Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 29 other private schools located in Northeast Philadelphia.

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