Children at St. Christopher's Day School

About St. Christopher's

Our Philosophy

Preschoolers learn through play.

“Young children work hard at play. They invent scenes and stories, solve problems and negotiate their way through social roadblocks.”
Play-Based Learning

Young Children Work Hard at Play

St. Christopher's Day School has been teaching preschool children for more than 60 years. Our educational philosophy is simple: Preschoolers learn through a play-based curriculum.

Young children work hard at play. They invent scenes and stories, solve problems and negotiate their way through social roadblocks. Because their motivation comes from within, they learn the powerful lesson of pursuing their own ideas to a successful conclusion.

“Where children are taught about caring for others and encouraged to find small ways to be independent each day.”
Two girls drawing with chalk outdoors
Children dropping shredded paper into a pile
Our Environment

9½ Acres of
Natural Beauty

Conveniently located next to Gladwyne Elementary School, St. Christopher's Day School sits on 9½ acres of one of the most beautiful Church properties in Gladwyne, Pennsylvania.

Here, preschool-aged children are encouraged to explore while we take advantage of our unique natural setting throughout the school year — collecting leaves, going on nature hunts, sledding down hills and watching for the first robin of spring.

What We Believe

Caring for Others

Children are taught about caring for others and encouraged to find small ways to be independent each day.

Nature & Exploration

Our 9½-acre natural setting gives children the space to explore, discover, and connect with the world around them.

Community & Growth

With more than 60 years of experience, we nurture each child's unique strengths and help them grow at their own pace.

Children at St. Christopher's Day School

Come See Us in Person

Schedule a Visit

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St. Christopher's Day School

A play-based preschool nestled on 9½ acres in Gladwyne, Pennsylvania. Serving families for more than 60 years.

St. Christopher's admits students of any race, religious creed, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students.

Find Us

Next to Gladwyne Elementary School
Gladwyne, Pennsylvania

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