St. Michael's School and Nursery is committed to the growth and support of children's development in mind, body, character and spirit. We provide exemplary and affordable early education and childcare in a nurturing atmosphere. St. Michel's welcomes all children. Since its founding in 1890, St. Michael’s has evolved from being primarily a childcare agency to a premier school for early childhood education in Wilmington, Delaware. It is a caring and stimulating environment and campus designed for the way young children play and learn. We offer: Year-round school
Degreed, caring faculty Foreign languages, fitness and the arts
Low student/faculty ratio Nutritious meals and snacks
Spacious, modern and secure campus Financial assitance Rolling enrollment
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked DE School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Michaels School & Nursery Inc ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Delaware for:
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1890
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
149 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
83%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Primary division khaki, white, navy
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Full-day, full-year tuition ranges from $740/month for newborns to $585/month for Kindergarten
% on Financial Aid
80%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$140
Admissions Director
Becci Brasure
Admissions Associate
Valerie Woodruff
School Notes
- St. Michael's School and Nursery welcomes all children and values diversity by maintaining a clientele representative of the full socio-economic spectrum of the community.We believe that all children carry the potential for success in school and life. We strive to ensure that children’s curiosity, intelligence, value system and physical potential are optimized. We believe thata strong home-school partnership creates a structure in which children thrive.
- Our academic program is offered to all age groups by appropriate age and developmental stage. The curriculum is based in the philosophies of Piaget, Froebel, Montessori, Eriksson, Gesell and other important leaders in the field of early education. Language arts, math, motor skills, science, social studies and a wide variety of cultural activities and thearts are all part of our curriculum. St. Michael’s implements the Core Knowledge curriculum for early primary school which is aligned with the national common core standards. It outlines a cumulative and coherent progression of knowledge and skills in all developmental areas and integrates developmentally- appropriate practices for both content and instruction for Preschool – Grade 8. With a strong focus on challenging but appropriate content, the Core Knowledge sequence is unique among early childhood programs.The Core Knowledge curriculum establishes a strong foundation for teaching students 21stCentury skills such as independence, self-esteem, complex thinking and problem solving skills, leadership, strong moral values and a lifelong thirst for knowledge. Through St. Michael’s developmental approach, each child is given the opportunity to progress to the next group at an individual pace physically, intellectually, socially and emotionally.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Michaels School & Nursery Inc's ranking?
St. Michaels School & Nursery Inc ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Delaware for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Michaels School & Nursery Inc?
The application deadline for St. Michaels School & Nursery Inc is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Michaels School & Nursery Inc located?
St. Michaels School & Nursery Inc is located in the Compton Village neighborhood of Wilmington, DE.
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