Happyland Day School provides a Christian Environment for preschool children in which an excellent program of education, social development, and personal growth can take place in order to provide opportunities for further education upon the students' departure.
The school is governed by the Happyland Board of Directors, and is responsible to the Session of the First Presbyterian Church of Fort Lauderdale.
Debbie Stokes is Director of Children's Ministries, and Pamela Alexander is the Director of Happyland Day School.
Happyland is licensed by the Family and Child Development Services of Broward County, and is a 10 time recipient of their Gold Seal Award.
Our school boasts a tradition of over fifty years of excellence in preschool education and child care.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 153 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
153 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
38:1
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 Happyland Day School?
The application deadline for Happyland Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Happyland Day School located?
Happyland Day School is located in the Colee Hammock neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL.
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