University of Delaware Lab School (Top-Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026)

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University of Delaware Lab School

459 Wyoming Rd
Newark, DE 19716

Tel: (302) 831-2304

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The University of Delaware Lab School was founded in 1934 as a part of the Child Development Program in the College of Home Economics and has been in continuous operation.

It is designed as a laboratory for Early Childhood Education students and as a research site for students and faculty at the University of Delaware.

Whole-child, play-based, nature-based education and mindfulness are examples of approaches used in our programs.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked DE School
School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

University of Delaware Lab School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Delaware for:

School Overview

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association for the Education of Young Children
Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1934

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

School Calendar

Student Body

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academics and Faculty

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Source: Verified school update

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The application deadline for University of Delaware Lab School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked DE School
School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Newark, DE is $12,122 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).