Inclusive preschool in Merion Station, PA, serving children 18 months to 6 years with autism and language delays
Temple Adath Israel Early Childhood Center is an inclusive preschool and kindergarten program in Merion Station, PA, designed to support children ages 18 months to 6 years, including those with mild autism and language delays. The center's Learning Difference Programs provide specialized instruction in a nurturing, structured environment that promotes early development and learning differences.
The program offers flexible hours from 7 AM to 6 PM (until 4 PM on Fridays), accommodating working families. With an average class size of 10 students and staff trained specifically to support children with mild autism and language delays, the center ensures individualized attention. The school is affiliated with the National Association for the Education of Young Children and operates under Jewish religious principles, fostering an inclusive community for diverse learners.
Tuition is $7,200 yearly with both member and non-member rates available. Admissions follow a rolling basis with a July 9 deadline, and the center offers summer school programming. For families seeking an early intervention environment with specialized support for developmental or language concerns, Temple Adath Israel combines small-group instruction with flexible scheduling to meet the unique needs of each child.
At a Glance
TypeEarly Childhood / Day Care
GradesPrekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students170
Class Size10:1 ratio
Tuition$7,200
Fin. Aid5% receive aid
DeadlineJul. 9 / rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Association for the Education of Young Children
Other school association(s)
School Information
| School Type | Early Childhood / Day Care |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $7,200 |
| Tuition Notes | Member and Non-member rates |
| Total Students | 170 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 1 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 4 |
| Average Class Size | 10 |
| Grades Offered | Prekindergarten-Kindergarten |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Associate | Arden Resnick |
| Admission Deadline | Jul. 9 / rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 99 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 5 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 17 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference Programs
Learning Programs Supported
mild autismlanguage delay
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | National Association for the Education of Young Children · Other school association(s) |
| Religious Affiliations | Jewish |
| School Calendar | www.adathisrael.org/makomcalendar |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |