Kesher Israel Preschool & Kindergarten (Top-Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026)

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Kesher Israel Preschool & Kindergarten

1000 Pottstown Pike
West Chester, PA 19380

Tel: (610) 696-4457

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The Kesher Israel Preschool, started in 1990, has grown from two small classes to a full-service preschool and full day kindergarten, educating children from ages 12 months to 5 years of all faiths, ethnicities and backgrounds. The philosophy of the Preschool centers on the development of a positive self-concept for the child.

This is achieved through providing age appropriate experiences that strengthen socialization skills and self- confidence.

All activities are guided by the PA State Standards and carefully planned to provide a warm, nurturing environment in which to learn, play and grow.

Classes are taught by qualified teachers and aides. Enrollment is limited to provide each child with the individualized attention he or she requires.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked PA School
School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 197 students
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Kesher Israel Preschool & Kindergarten ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Overview

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association for the Education of Young Children

Religious Affiliation

Jewish

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten

Year Founded

1990

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

197 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 27%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

32 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

16 students

List of Courses Offered

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

We get messy!!

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

tuition varies with days and ages

Admissions Director

Gail DeMarco

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School Notes

The Kesher Israel Preschool, started in 1990, has grown from two small classes to a full-service preschool and full day kindergarten, educating children from ages 12 months to 5 years including families of all faiths, ethnicities and backgrounds. The philosophy of the Preschool centers on the development of a positive self-concept for the child. This is achieved through providing age appropriate experiences that strengthen socialization skills and self- confidence. All activities are carefully planned to provide a warm, nurturing environment in which to learn, play and grow. Classes are taught by qualified teachers and aides. Enrollment is limited to provide each child with the individualized attention he or she requires.

Source: Verified school update

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Kesher Israel Preschool & Kindergarten ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.

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The application deadline for Kesher Israel Preschool & Kindergarten is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked PA School
School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 197 students
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Chester County, PA is $23,519 for elementary schools and $32,717 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Chester County, PA is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).