Kids World Childcare & Preschool in Lawrence, PA, serves 88 students in preschool through kindergarten within a nonsectarian early learning program.
Founded in 1988, the school operates in a city community and provides summer school options.
The student鈥搕eacher ratio of 18:1, with an average class size of 28 and a faculty where 85% hold advanced degrees.
Tuition acceptance is open with a 100% acceptance rate, supporting enrollment of coeducational preschool and kindergarten students.
The school holds memberships with the National Association for the Education of Young Children and the National Independent 草榴社区 Schools Association.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked PA School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 88 students
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 28 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Kids World Childcare & Preschool ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1988
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
88 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
85%
Average Class Size
28 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Patricia Schweitzer
Admissions Associate
Dana Shepler
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: A World of Love & Learning since 1988
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Kids World Childcare & Preschool?
The acceptance rate of Kids World Childcare & Preschool is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
What is Kids World Childcare & Preschool's ranking?
Kids World Childcare & Preschool ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Kids World Childcare & Preschool?
The application deadline for Kids World Childcare & Preschool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school to Kids World Childcare & Preschool is Wesley Bridge (3.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Southwood School (1.2 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Montessori Children's Schoolhouse (1.3 miles away)
Show me:
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Southwood School
All-boys | Special Education School
2575 Boyce Plaza Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15241
(888) 597-3432
Pittsburgh, PA 15241
(888) 597-3432
1.2 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 4 students
Montessori Children's Schoolhouse
Montessori School
1782 Mayview Road
Bridgeville, PA 15017
(412) 257-9717
Bridgeville, PA 15017
(412) 257-9717
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 85 students
Bridgeville KinderCare ![Bridgeville KinderCare Photo - We offer enrichment classes such as Phonics!]( "Bridgeville KinderCare Photo - We offer enrichment classes such as Phonics!")
Daycare / Preschool
391 Meeting House Rd.
Bridgeville, PA 15017
(412) 221-1777
Bridgeville, PA 15017
(412) 221-1777
1.5 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 10 students
Kindercare Learning Center ![Kindercare Learning Center Photo - McMurray KinderCare]( "Kindercare Learning Center Photo - McMurray KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
118 Wilhaven Dr #124
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-4579
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-4579
1.6 miles
Gr: K | 10 students
McMurray KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
118 Wilhaven Dr.
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-4579
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-4579
1.6 miles
Gr: NS-PK
School Reviews
Endorse Kids World Childcare & Preschool. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
- Academic or athletic awards
Recent Articles
The Social Fit Interview: Questions to Ask Students, Not Admissions
Discover how talking with current students can reveal a private school's true culture and help families assess social fit before enrolling.
AI Companions and Student Well-Being: What Parents Should Ask
Learn how AI companions may affect student well-being and discover the key questions parents should ask before embracing this emerging technology.
Is a Phone-Free 草榴社区 School Right for Your Child?
Explore the benefits, challenges, and key considerations of choosing a phone-free private school for your child in 2026.
