Chesterbrook Academy Preschool at Drexel University in Philadelphia is a dynamic, nurturing NAEYC-accredited preschool where children ages 6 weeks through Pre-K thrive in a mix of structured play, fun activities, and enriching learning experiences.
We are more than just a daycare or child care center, we are passionate about being a part of your child's educational journey.
We proudly serve families in Philadelphia, Drexel University, University City, and Havertown communities and beyond.
Visit us and see why our program is the perfect choice for your child’s growth and academic future.
We are located on Drexel University's campus across from North Hall.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
2017
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Chesterbrook Academy Drexel?
The application deadline for Chesterbrook Academy Drexel is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school to Chesterbrook Academy Drexel is Friends Select School (1.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Greene Towne Montessori School (0.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is The Caring Center (0.3 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
The Caring Center
Daycare / Preschool
3101 Spring Garden St
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 386-8245
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 386-8245
0.3 miles
Gr: K | 19 students
55 N. 22nd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 563-6368
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 563-6368
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-3 | 167 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Philly Agile Learning Community School
Alternative School
756 S 11th St
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(484) 816-7788
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(484) 816-7788
0.7 miles
Gr: Inquire with school | 12 students
St. Francis Xavier School
(Catholic)
641 N 24th St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 763-6564
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 763-6564
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 197 students
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Montessori School
2000 Hamilton St
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 717-1572
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 717-1572
0.9 miles
Gr: NS | 51 students Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Friends Select School
(Friends)
17th St & Benjamin Franklin
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 561-5900
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 561-5900
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 600 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2101 S College Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 787-2621
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 787-2621
1.3 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 319 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
6026 Drexel Rd Rear
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 921-9875
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 921-9875
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-11 | 9 students
4501 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19139
(215) 386-2244
Philadelphia, PA 19139
(215) 386-2244
1.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 414 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1141 N 63rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19151
(267) 292-3573
Philadelphia, PA 19151
(267) 292-3573
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 75 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
55 N. 22nd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 563-6368
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 563-6368
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-3 | 167 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
St. Francis Xavier School
(Catholic)
641 N 24th St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 763-6564
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 763-6564
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 197 students
2501 Lombard Street
Philadelphia, PA 19146
(215) 545-5323
Philadelphia, PA 19146
(215) 545-5323
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 430 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Christian)
860 N 24th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 769-5363
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 769-5363
1.1 miles
Gr: K-5 | 96 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Friends Select School
(Friends)
17th St & Benjamin Franklin
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 561-5900
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 561-5900
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 600 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
The Caring Center
Daycare / Preschool
3101 Spring Garden St
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 386-8245
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 386-8245
0.3 miles
Gr: K | 19 students
55 N. 22nd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 563-6368
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 563-6368
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-3 | 167 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
St. Francis Xavier School
(Catholic)
641 N 24th St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 763-6564
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 763-6564
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 197 students
Clementine Montessori ![Clementine Montessori Photo]( "Clementine Montessori Photo")
Montessori School
2000 Hamilton St
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 717-1572
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 717-1572
0.9 miles
Gr: NS | 51 students Tuition listed
2501 Lombard Street
Philadelphia, PA 19146
(215) 545-5323
Philadelphia, PA 19146
(215) 545-5323
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 430 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
12 Landers Lane
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 429-4085
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 429-4085
9301.1 miles
Gr: PK | 222 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
(Math: 26% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
27 Landers Lane
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 429-4074
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 429-4074
9301.1 miles
Gr: K-5 | 436 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10 Landers Lane
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 429-4055
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 429-4055
9301.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 95 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
(Math: 5% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
20 Chase Avenue
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 429-4000
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 429-4000
9301.3 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 615 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
24960 Dairy Lane
Seaford, DE 19973
(302) 404-5367
Seaford, DE 19973
(302) 404-5367
9301.4 miles
Gr: K-6 | 383 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
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