The Children's School is accredited by the National Academy of Early Childhood Programs, a division of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
Our tuition-based program is designed to offer developmentally appropriate options for morning or afternoon preschool and full-day kindergarten for children in the community as well as CMU families (constituting approximately 85% and 15% of our enrollment respectively).We offer a high quality program equitably to diverse families.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
69 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
24%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: My heart is in the work.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Carnegie Mellon Univ Children's School?
The application deadline for Carnegie Mellon Univ Children's School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Carnegie Mellon Univ Children's School located?
Carnegie Mellon Univ Children's School is located in the Squirrel Hill North neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 7 other private schools located in Squirrel Hill North.
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