Westminster Day School

Westminster Day School has been caring for and teaching area children since 1961.
Housed in a wonderful old church building, we have the loving atmosphere of an old fashioned school.
We operate on the philosophy that children learn best by play.
The daily schedule incorporates time for play and age appropriate activities to develop small and large motor skills, as well as social, religious and academic development.
A variety of special activities are also provided in the curriculum, including, chapel, spanish, timeless tales theatre, field trips and the peacemakers.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 60 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten

Student Body

Total Students
60 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 47%

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Westminster Day School has been caring for and teaching area children since 1961. Housed in a wonderful old church building, we have the loving atmosphere of an old fashioned school. We operate on the philosophy that children learn best by play. The daily schedule incorporates time for play and age appropriate activities to develop small and large motor skills, as well as social, religious and academic development. A variety of special activities are also provided in the curriculum, including, chapel, spanish, timeless tales theatre, field trips and the peacemakers.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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When is the application deadline for Westminster Day School?
The application deadline for Westminster Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 60 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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