The Perception Training Center, Inc. is a private, academic school, licensed by the PA Department of Education and the Department of Human Services, providing quality early childhood education for Infant, Toddler, Preschool and Kindergarten as well as Summer Enrichment for school age children 7 to 12 years in the summer months.
The Montessori method and curriculum is crosswalked with the PA Early Learning standards.
Mission: to aid children to achieve independence, organization, co-ordination, responsibility and determination, with abililities to think clearly and problem solve.
Vision: to nurture our community of children to grow up mentally healthy, psychologically secure and emotionally fulfilled; possessing self-esteem, moral character, rational thinking and a deep desire to learn, discover and create.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 70 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
Year Founded
2000
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
70 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Perception Training Center Inc is a private, academic school, licensed by the PA Department of Education and the Department of Human Services, providing quality early childhood education for Infant, Toddler, Preschool and Kindergarten as well as summer enrichment for school age children 7 to 12 years. Perception uses Montessori methods and curriculum, crosswalked with the PA Early Learning Standards. Our Mission is to aid children to achieve independence, organization, co-ordination and responsibility, with abilities to think clearly and problem solve. We will advance in leadership in private education, while helping children to reach full potential in education and in life. Our Vision is to nurture a community of children to grow up mentally healthy, psychologically secure and emotionally fulfilled; possessing self-esteem, moral character, rational thinking and a deep desire to learn, discover and create.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for The Perception Training Center, Inc.?
The application deadline for The Perception Training Center, Inc. is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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