Located in Oak Lawn, IL, Papoose Childrens Center serves 36 students in preschool and kindergarten within a nonsectarian early childhood program in a suburban setting.
Founded in 1962, the school offers co鈥揺d day care and early learning services for children in grades PK through K.
The student body includes approximately 42 percent students of color, reflecting diversity within the Oak Lawn community.
Papoose Childrens Center has a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 36:1 with one teacher on staff, providing care and instruction for its early childhood enrollment.
As a suburban early childhood program with no religious affiliation, the school complements other Oak Lawn private options for preschool and kindergarten鈥揳ged children.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
36 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
42%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
36:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Papoose Childrens Center?
The application deadline for Papoose Childrens Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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