White Clay Learning Center

White Clay Learning Center offers an academically challenging and meaningful education.
We achieve this by utilizing a custom-created, socially and environmentally responsible curriculum, which we call unit-themes.
We believe that it is an essential tool in creating excitement, excellence and love in many degrees, in the learning environment of our school.
We integrate this meaningful curriculum with our children's experiences. White Clay Learning Center is an independent, Quaker private school located in West Grove, Pa, serving students in Kindergarten through eighth grade (K-8).
Our small class size approach to education reflects a philosophy that combines the best of home schooling and a classroom approach to education.
It is our mission at White Clay Learning Center to teach each child as a unique individual and create a learning program, which will meet their needs and allow them to thrive in their intellectual, emotional and social development, nourish each student’s spiritual growth by reflecting on our abilities and celebrating our differences, empower our children to help make a difference in our community today and throughout their lives.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 25 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $9,000
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 5 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1993
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
25 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
White Clay Learning Center Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
5 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
varies with program and age
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Andrea Shoap
Admissions Associate
info@whiteclayschool.org
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does White Clay Learning Center cost?
White Clay Learning Center's tuition is approximately $9,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of White Clay Learning Center?
The acceptance rate of White Clay Learning Center is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.
When is the application deadline for White Clay Learning Center?
The application deadline for White Clay Learning Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

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This school has served all three of my children during their elemntarty and middle school education. It has a dedicated and fambulous staff who have always beeen expert in meeting individual needs and challenging all students. I highly rcommend this school to any family who seeks an inclusive, personal and challenging education for their child.
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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 25 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $9,000
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 5 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Chester County, PA is $21,371 for elementary schools and $30,282 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Chester County, PA is 76% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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