The Gan is a co鈥揺d early childhood program in Philadelphia, PA, serving 54 students from pre鈥搆indergarten through kindergarten in a large city setting.
The school has one teacher and a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 54:1, offering foundational early learning instruction.
The Gan has a Jewish orientation and is affiliated with the Southern Baptist Association of Christian Schools (SBACS).
Enrollment includes 15 students in kindergarten with a diverse student body representing 10% students of color.
The Gan operates within a city community and provides early childhood education consistent with local Philadelphia daycare options.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 54 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 Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
54 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for The Gan?
The application deadline for The Gan is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school to The Gan is Cedar Grove Christian Academy (1.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Northeast Central Christian School (1.0 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Samuel Paley Early Learning (0.9 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Samuel Paley Early Learning
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(215) 725-8930
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(215) 725-8930
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Shining Star Learning Center
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6810 Castor Ave
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(215) 305-1485
Philadelphia, PA 19149
(215) 305-1485
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St. Matthew
(Catholic)
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(215) 333-3142
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(215) 333-3142
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Resurrection Regional Catholic School
(Catholic)
2020 Shelmire Avenue
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(215) 742-1127
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(215) 742-1127
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