Wee Folk School in Frederick, MD offers co鈥揺d early childhood education for grades pre鈥搆indergarten through kindergarten in a central city setting.
The school enrolls 156 students total, with 16 in kindergarten, and has a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 156:1.
Affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, Wee Folk School provides faith鈥揵ased programming in downtown Frederick.
Annual tuition for the preschool and kindergarten program is $2,475, ranking among the least expensive private schools in Maryland.
The school operates with one teacher serving all enrolled students in a community鈥搊riented early learning environment.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Yearly Tuition: $2,475
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Wee Folk School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
156 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Wee Folk School cost?
Wee Folk School's tuition is approximately $2,475 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Wee Folk School?
The application deadline for Wee Folk School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Wee Folk School located?
Wee Folk School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Frederick, MD. There are 1 other private schools located in Downtown.
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The nearest high school to Wee Folk School is St. John's Catholic Prep (2.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is The Banner School (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Calvary Weekday School (0.2 miles away)
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