West Side Child Care Center in Hopatcong, NJ, offers co–ed early childhood education for preschool (PK) and kindergarten (K) students in a suburban setting.
The school enrolls 52 students with a student–teacher ratio of 52:1, supported by one teacher.
This Methodist–affiliated early learning program reflects a student population with 11% students of color.
West Side Child Care Center serves families seeking preschool and kindergarten options in the Hopatcong area.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
52 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: WHERE THE SPIRIT IS ALIVE
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for West Side Child Care Center?
The application deadline for West Side Child Care Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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