At Gwynedd Friends School, we watch lifelong friendships blossom as our students work hard at play.
Guided by the testimonies and values of Quakerism, our nature-based, learning-through-play curriculum has been carefully designed to meet each child where they are.
As teachers seek to nurture the Light in each child, they carefully observe their students` interests, helping to guide and facilitate learning.
Offering a wide range of interactive experiences allow young learners to discover the world with all of their senses whether they are reading, singing, crafting, building, baking, or just taking a nature walk.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Yearly Tuition: $9,500
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1943
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 14, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
140 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
26%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Nurturing the Light within since 1943
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Gwynedd Friends School cost?
Gwynedd Friends School's tuition is approximately $9,500 for private students.
What schools are Gwynedd Friends School often compared to?
Gwynedd Friends School is often viewed alongside schools like Landsdale Montessori School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Gwynedd Friends School?
The application deadline for Gwynedd Friends School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
Popular comparisons: Gwynedd Friends School vs. Landsdale Montessori School
The nearest high school to Gwynedd Friends School is Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School (0.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Gwynedd-mercy Academy Elementary School (1.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Early Childhood Education Center (1.3 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School ![Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School Photo]( "Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School Photo")
All-girls (Catholic)
1345 Sumneytown Pike
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 646-8815
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 646-8815
0.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 471 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 24 Tuition listed
Early Childhood Education Center
Daycare / Preschool (Catholic)
1325 Sumneytown Pike
Gwynedd Valley, PA 19437
(215) 641-5567
Gwynedd Valley, PA 19437
(215) 641-5567
1.3 miles
Gr: K | 98 students Tuition listed
816 Norristown Rd
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 646-4916
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 646-4916
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 370 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Beth Or Preschool Kindergarten
Alternative School (Jewish)
239 E. Welsh Road
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 646-8869
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 646-8869
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 139 students
Chesterbrook Academy
Daycare / Preschool
112 Dickerson Rd
North Wales, PA 19454
(215) 699-4340
North Wales, PA 19454
(215) 699-4340
1.9 miles
Gr: K | 23 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
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