First Class Child Development Center is a private school and preschool serving families with children ages 6 weeks to 13 years.
At this new state of the art facility, the first class that a child attends will be one that develops the whole child in cognitive, physical, social and emotional well-being in a hands-on environment that facilitates the learning of problem solving skills.
In this academically accredited program, the lead teachers are degreed and the balance of the staff has studied early childhood or has had multiple years of experience.
As enrichment, specialty classes in the areas of movement, music and Spanish are included during the school year.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 144 students
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1985
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
144 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
15%
Average Class Size
12 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Become a First Class Kid!
- First Class Child Development Center is a private school and preschool serving families with children ages 6 weeks to 13 years. At this new state of the art facility, the first class that a child attends will be one that develops the whole child in cognitive, physical, social and emotional well-being in a hands-on environment that facilitates the learning of problem solving skills. In this academically accredited program, the lead teachers are degreed and the balance of the staff has studied early childhood or has had multiple years of experience. As enrichment, specialty classes in the areas of movement, music and Spanish are included during the school year.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for First Class Child Development Center?
The application deadline for First Class Child Development Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is First Class Child Development Center located?
First Class Child Development Center is located in the Clear Lake neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 10 other private schools located in Clear Lake.
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