St. Michaels School & Nursery Inc (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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About the School

St. Michael's School and Nursery is committed to the growth and support of children's development in mind, body, character and spirit.
We provide exemplary and affordable early education and childcare in a nurturing atmosphere.
St. Michel's welcomes all children.
Since its founding in 1890, St. Michael’s has evolved from being primarily a childcare agency to a premier school for early childhood education in Wilmington, Delaware.
It is a caring and stimulating environment and campus designed for the way young children play and learn.
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked DE School
School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 149 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Michaels School & Nursery Inc ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Delaware for:

School Facts

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Michaels School & Nursery Inc
Nursery	40
Pre-K	97
Kind	12

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Year Founded

1890

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

149 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

83%

State avg.: 27%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

2 teachers

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Primary division khaki, white, navy

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

Full-day, full-year tuition ranges from $740/month for newborns to $585/month for Kindergarten

% on Financial Aid

80%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$140

Admissions Director

Becci Brasure

Admissions Associate

Valerie Woodruff

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School Notes

Year-round school
Degreed, caring faculty
Foreign languages, fitness and the arts
Low student/faculty ratio
Nutritious meals and snacks
Spacious, modern and secure campus
Financial assitance
Rolling enrollment

St. Michael's School and Nursery welcomes all children and values diversity by maintaining a clientele representative of the full socio-economic spectrum of the community.We believe that all children carry the potential for success in school and life. We strive to ensure that children鈥檚 curiosity, intelligence, value system and physical potential are optimized. We believe thata strong home-school partnership creates a structure in which children thrive.
Our academic program is offered to all age groups by appropriate age and developmental stage. The curriculum is based in the philosophies of Piaget, Froebel, Montessori, Eriksson, Gesell and other important leaders in the field of early education. Language arts, math, motor skills, science, social studies and a wide variety of cultural activities and thearts are all part of our curriculum. St. Michael鈥檚 implements the Core Knowledge curriculum for early primary school which is aligned with the national common core standards. It outlines a cumulative and coherent progression of knowledge and skills in all developmental areas and integrates developmentally- appropriate practices for both content and instruction for Preschool 鈥� Grade 8. With a strong focus on challenging but appropriate content, the Core Knowledge sequence is unique among early childhood programs.The Core Knowledge curriculum establishes a strong foundation for teaching students 21stCentury skills such as independence, self-esteem, complex thinking and problem solving skills, leadership, strong moral values and a lifelong thirst for knowledge. Through St. Michael鈥檚 developmental approach, each child is given the opportunity to progress to the next group at an individual pace physically, intellectually, socially and emotionally.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is St. Michaels School & Nursery Inc's ranking?

St. Michaels School & Nursery Inc ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Delaware for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Michaels School & Nursery Inc?

The application deadline for St. Michaels School & Nursery Inc is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is St. Michaels School & Nursery Inc located?

St. Michaels School & Nursery Inc is located in the Compton Village neighborhood of Wilmington, DE.

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The average private school tuition in Wilmington, DE is $19,541 for elementary schools and $24,428 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Wilmington, DE is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).