The Hopwood School, founded in 1968, has provided thousands of children in the greater Lansdale and Harleysville, PA area with meaningful and significant preschool and kindergarten experiences.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 79 students
- Average class size: 12 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
79 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Average Class Size
12 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Heidi Geverd
School Notes
- The Hopwood School and Camp was established in 1968.
- The Hopwood School operates from September through mid June providing quality education and care for children ages 2 to 5.
- The Hopwood Summer Day Camp operates from mid June through August providing a rich environment for art, dance, theater, athletics, nature, exploration and community for children ages 3 to 12.
- We have a wonderful staff of dedicated, state certified teaching professionals that have been with the school for many years. Please take the time visit our website to learn more about us, our philosophy, curriculum and the many programs dedicated to your child's bright future.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Hopwood Nursery School?
The application deadline for Hopwood Nursery School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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