The Children's Place is a DHR certified daycare for children 6 weeks to 4 years old.
We also offer after school care and pickup at Chalkville Elementary.
Children in 3 and 4 year-old classes are given the opportunity to learn Spanish and computer skills and to attend weekly chapel services.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
The Children's Place-huffman U ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Student Body
Total Students
151 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for The Children's Place-huffman U?
The application deadline for The Children's Place-huffman U is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is The Children's Place-huffman U located?
The Children's Place-huffman U is located in the Huffman neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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