Children are like tender seeds. They need continuous loving care to grow and blossom.
The Seed is a nationally accredited early learning center.
Our educational programs meet the highest standards of excellence.
We are open 7:30 to 6:00 for the convenience of working parents.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Yearly Tuition: $1,280
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Seed Day Care Center (The) ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1980
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
94 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
14 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Monthly payments. 3, 4 and 5 days/week
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Madeline Barry
School Notes
- The Seed is a "child's home away from home." We strive to provide a warm, cozy environment in which children feel happy and secure while engaged in a variety of stimulating, age-appropriate learning activities. We give special attention to each child's needs and interests and address all areas of their social, emotional and intellectual development.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Seed Day Care Center (The) cost?
Seed Day Care Center (The)'s tuition is approximately $1,280 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Seed Day Care Center (The)?
The acceptance rate of Seed Day Care Center (The) is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 79%.
When is the application deadline for Seed Day Care Center (The)?
The application deadline for Seed Day Care Center (The) is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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