Located in Hudson, MA, Chaps Early Childhood Center is a nonsectarian early learning program serving kindergarten鈥搇evel students.
The school has an enrollment of 40 children with a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 20:1 supported by two teachers.
Founded in 1986, Chaps Early Childhood Center offers co鈥揺d kindergarten education within a suburban community setting.
Approximately 16% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some ethnic diversity at the Hudson preschool.
Chaps Early Childhood Center operates independently with no listed membership associations.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
Year Founded
1986
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
40 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Chaps Early Childhood Center?
The application deadline for Chaps Early Childhood Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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