Learning Station in State College, PA, offers nonsectarian early childhood programs for students in pre鈥搆indergarten through kindergarten within a suburban community.
Founded in 1984, the school serves a total enrollment of 160 students with an average class size of 20.
The school employs 2 teachers with 60 percent holding advanced qualifications, supporting a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 80:1.
Learning Station participates in the National Association for the Education of Young Children and provides a summer school program.
The school maintains a casual dress code and educates children in a co鈥揺d setting focused on early childhood development.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 160 students
- Average class size: 20 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
1984
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Student Body
Total Students
160 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Learning Station often compared to?
Learning Station is often viewed alongside schools like The Goddard School by visitors of our site.
Does Learning Station offer a summer program?
Yes, Learning Station offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.
What sports does Learning Station offer?
Learning Station offers 6 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Ballet, Dance, Gymnastics, Soccer and Swimming.
When is the application deadline for Learning Station?
The application deadline for Learning Station is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
Popular comparisons: Learning Station vs. The Goddard School
The nearest high school and elementary school to Learning Station is Soaring Heights School (1.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Grace Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten (1.9 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Soaring Heights School
Special Education School
180 Regent Ct Ste 50
State College, PA 16801
(814) 325-2131
State College, PA 16801
(814) 325-2131
1.7 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 32 students
Grace Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool (Other Lutheran)
205 S Garner Street
State College, PA 16801
(814) 238-8110
State College, PA 16801
(814) 238-8110
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 119 students Tuition listed
1900 University Dr
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-8386
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-8386
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 114 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
St. Josephs Catholic Academy
(Catholic)
901 Boalsburg Pike
Boalsburg, PA 16827
(814) 808-6118
Boalsburg, PA 16827
(814) 808-6118
2.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 105 students
Bennett Family Center
Daycare / Preschool
123 Bennett Family Ctr Penn Stat
University Park, PA 16802
(814) 865-4057
University Park, PA 16802
(814) 865-4057
2.3 miles
Gr: K | 15 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Soaring Heights School
Special Education School
180 Regent Ct Ste 50
State College, PA 16801
(814) 325-2131
State College, PA 16801
(814) 325-2131
1.7 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 32 students
St. Josephs Catholic Academy
(Catholic)
901 Boalsburg Pike
Boalsburg, PA 16827
(814) 808-6118
Boalsburg, PA 16827
(814) 808-6118
2.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 105 students
Northwestern Human Services
Special Education School
1400 Fox Hill Rd #100
State College, PA 16801
(814) 353-1093
State College, PA 16801
(814) 353-1093
3.3 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 41 students
Grace Prep High School ![Grace Prep High School Photo - Emily Madeira, Senior Project]( "Grace Prep High School Photo - Emily Madeira, Senior Project")
(Christian)
848 Science Park Road
State College, PA 16803
(814) 867-1177
State College, PA 16803
(814) 867-1177
4.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 71 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Nw Human Services Autism School
Special Education School
3020 Research Dr
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-2870
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-2870
4.3 miles
Gr: 1-9 | 7 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Soaring Heights School
Special Education School
180 Regent Ct Ste 50
State College, PA 16801
(814) 325-2131
State College, PA 16801
(814) 325-2131
1.7 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 32 students
1900 University Dr
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-8386
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-8386
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 114 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
800 Westerly Pkwy
State College, PA 16801
(814) 238-1592
State College, PA 16801
(814) 238-1592
2.9 miles
Gr: K-8 | 293 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Northwestern Human Services
Special Education School
1400 Fox Hill Rd #100
State College, PA 16801
(814) 353-1093
State College, PA 16801
(814) 353-1093
3.3 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 41 students
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(Christian)
1221 W Whitehall Road
State College, PA 16801
(814) 234-5652
State College, PA 16801
(814) 234-5652
3.6 miles
Gr: K-8 | 133 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Grace Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool (Other Lutheran)
205 S Garner Street
State College, PA 16801
(814) 238-8110
State College, PA 16801
(814) 238-8110
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 119 students Tuition listed
1900 University Dr
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-8386
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-8386
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 114 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
Bennett Family Center
Daycare / Preschool
123 Bennett Family Ctr Penn Stat
University Park, PA 16802
(814) 865-4057
University Park, PA 16802
(814) 865-4057
2.3 miles
Gr: K | 15 students
Our Children's Center
Montessori School
411 S Burrowes St
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-1585
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-1585
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 78 students
The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Alternative School
1545 Westerly Parkway
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-1160
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-1160
3.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 151 students
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Alexandria, PA 16611
(814) 669-4422
Alexandria, PA 16611
(814) 669-4422
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Gr: K-5 | 285 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 56%)
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7775 Juniata Valley Pike
Alexandria, PA 16611
(814) 669-4401
Alexandria, PA 16611
(814) 669-4401
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1810 Black Moshannon Road
Philipsburg, PA 16866
(814) 342-2870
Philipsburg, PA 16866
(814) 342-2870
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(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-59%)
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Morrisdale, PA 16858
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(814) 345-5615
Morrisdale, PA 16858
(814) 345-5615
9368 miles
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