Elmwood Day School has been providing excellent early childhood education to Lower Westchester since 1957.
We strive to create an environment that allows each child to feel safe, known, comfortable, and accepted.
We offer morning and afternoon classes for children ages two through first grade, including transitional fives program. Extended day enrichment classes also offered for 3s-5s.
Our integrated curriculum, based on New York State standards, fosters abstract and concrete thinking skills.
A balance of spontaneous play, teacher-directed, and child-initiated activities help children develop a strong awareness of themselves and the world around them.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 118 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
118 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
60%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
39:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Elmwood Country Day School?
The application deadline for Elmwood Country Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 2/27/2021
We have had a wonderful experience at Elmwood and would do it all over again without a doubt. Our daughter began attending Elmwood halfway through the 3's school year. All staff was friendly and accommodating. They ran a wonderful virtual program during the beginning of the pandemic and have offered nothing but absolute dedication to the safety, emotional, physical and academic well being of the Elmwood children. Our daughter will remain at Elmwood for first grade and we are thrilled.We could not recommend a better place for your child's most instrumental years of development. Thank you Elmwood
5 5/17/2016
This school is excellent. They are very creative and caring - they are play based, and yet most kids excel academically. It's because they sneak the learning in... Jane is the Director and caring but also a "nerd" about early childhood education. She is a fantastic resource and you can tell that she thrives on learning more and providing an excellent start to school. This school is excellent but not fancy. They have their own songs and a very sweet culture that includes everyone. We love it at Elmwood.
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