Earned the highest low-crowding score in Dallas. This dimension reflects class sizes, child-to-teacher ratios, and whether parents feel their child receives individual attention.
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The Kessler School Early Childhood Center is a newly opened early childhood program at 1822 W 10th St in Dallas's Oak Cliff neighborhood, serving children from 3 months to 3 years old. Operating Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. year-round (closed only on major holidays), it features small class sizes and is directed by a licensed early childhood director. The center employs a play-based learning approach emphasizing hands-on explorations, open-ended art, and active play to support cognitive, social, and emotional development, with a pathway for students to progress into the school's PreK-8th grade program. As a facility opened in November 2024, it has only limited public review data at this stage, making in-person visitation advisable for families considering enrollment.
Safety7.0
Curriculum7.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care7.0
Kindergarten readiness7.0
Teacher quality9.0
Compassion6.0
Management6.0
Culture6.0
Class sizes9.0
Extracurriculars6.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Play-based learning approach emphasizing hands-on explorations, open-ended art, and active play to support cognitive, social, and emotional growth.
What sets it apart: Serves ages 3 months to 3 years. Open Monday-Friday 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., year-round with closures only on major holidays. Students can progress into the school's PreK-8th grade program; located in North Oak Cliff and directed by a licensed early childhood director.
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