Spring 2021 Philadelphia Family Education Guide
The Philly Family Community knows best! Scroll and click through our Parent-to-Parent School Directory to learn about the amazing Delaware Valley independent schools and to find out when they’re hosting admissions events this fall. We’re pretty sure by the time you reach the end you’ll have some great contenders for your student in mind.
Our Philly Family team interviewed local families and educators to give you a personal look at the best private and independent schools. The Education Partners profiled below with Sponsored Stories and Community Blog Posts support the Philly Family Community and our team. We encourage you to visit each school you’re considering with a virtual or in person open house, there’s nothing quite like a personal tour to get to know a school’s community when you’re searching for the right fit.
And we are proud to present our directory of Education Partners! Philadelphia Family Education Partners are schools and educational enrichment organizations in our area who would like to be more connected with families in Philly.
Philadelphia Family Education Guide: Sponsored Stories & Community Blog Posts
Margaret Metz, Friends’ Central School’s Director of Enrollment Management, shares her insights for an ever-changing educational landscape.
Within a framework of evidence-based teaching methodologies, The Philadelphia School applies a distinct progressive educational approach that is renowned throughout the region and has established the school’s reputation as a center for joyful, life-long learning.
Silver linings help remind us of our community’s resilience and this opportunity for growth during a school year that is unlike anything we have ever experienced.
“We want to help students feel good about finding their own voice, and to feel supported in sharing their truth.”
As COVID changed the world, PA Cyber never stopped learning.
How can you design home spaces in a way that allows your child to be independent? Greene Towne Montessori School shares their tips!
Philadelphia Family Education Guide: Interactive Map

Our Philadelphia Family Education Guide Interactive Map features the schools our team has worked with since 2013 to bring you the most comprehensive resource to help you focus your school search. Want to see more options around the Main Line and Western Suburbs? Visit mainlineparent.com/edu to connect with the Main Line Parent Community’s recommended schools.
Philadelphia Family Education Partner Schools & Preschools
Fishtown Montessori
Founded in 2017 by a lifelong educator and certified principal, Fishtown Montessori provides an incredibly…
Friends’ Central School
Friends’ Central School is a Quaker, co-educational, college-preparatory day school for students in nursery through…
Greene Towne Montessori School
Greene Towne Montessori School instills in young children an understanding of learning as a personal…
Holy Child Academy
Holy Child Academy (HCA) is an independent, Catholic school for boys and girls of all…
La Salle College High School
La Salle College High School is a Catholic, independent, college preparatory school for young men…
Little City Montessori & Activity Center
Little City Montessori preschool offers the following programs: Toddler (2-3y), Primary (3-6y), and Kindergarten (5-6y)…
Mi Casita
Mi Casita Preschool is Philadelphia and the Main Line's premier Spanish immersion preschool. Through project…
PlayArts Creative
PlayArts Creative is a play-based, arts immersion preschool located in the heart of Fishtown. Expanding…
Stem Prep Academy
Stem Prep Academy's mission is to encourage preschoolers to reach their full potential by providing…
The Haverford School
The Haverford School is a vibrant, private day school for remarkable boys, pre-kindergarten-12th grade. Their…
The Pennsylvania Cyber Charter School
The Pennsylvania Cyber Charter School (PA Cyber) is a public cyber charter school and the…
The West Hill School
The West Hill School is a unique coeducational preschool for children 2 years 7 months…
Waldron Mercy Academy
Waldron Mercy Academy is proud to be a 2020 National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence…
Westtown School
Westtown School, a Quaker, Pre-K -12th grade, co-ed, college preparatory day and boarding school, offers…
Philadelphia Family Education Partner Enrichment Programs
Challenge Camp
Challenge Camp After School is a virtual enrichment program for bright, curious children featuring live,…
Enchanted Music Together, Inc.
Enchanted Music Together, offers a range of classes-Babies Music Class, Mixed Aged Class for Kids…
Nest
NEST is a child enrichment and activity center, an all-in-one playspace for happy, healthy and…
Phield House
Indoor Sports Facility in Center City Philadelphia with two turf fields, a basketball/volleyball court, two…
Philadelphia Rock Gyms
Philadelphia Rock Gym(s), also known as "PRG" currently operates five premier Philadelphia area indoor climbing…
Redwood Educational Services, LLC
Redwood Educational Services offers families a dynamic, comprehensive, and highly personalized educational consulting service.
Riverbend Environmental Education Center
Riverbend campers experience the best of outdoor play and learning. Hiking, exploration of our stream…
Roots With Ruark
Roots With Ruark brings you and your little one a music class full of energy…
Snapology of Philadelphia & The Main Line
Snapology of Philadelphia & The Main Line is the premier partner for STEAM programs, offering…
Stem Prep Academy
Stem Prep Academy's mission is to encourage preschoolers to reach their full potential by providing…
The Franklin Institute
The Franklin Institute is a science museum and the center of science education and research…
The Handwork Studio
Over 25 different camps in 5 award winning studios; Jr. Robotics & Coding, Design &…
The Philadelphia Dance Academy
The Philadelphia Dance Academy offers the following programs: Early Childhood, Primary, Pre-Professional Ballet, Theater, Contemporary,…
Wolf Performing Arts Center & Summer Theatre Camp
Wolf Performing Arts Center is dedicated to enriching the lives of young people through learning,…
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2021 Philadelphia Family Summer Camp Guide Presented by Vitable Health & Center for Lice Control
Summer camp is a self-selected community, often formed by a common interest that provides instant bonding and camaraderie.
Since we can't gather with you for a Camp Fair in person this year, our team is bringing Philadelphia Family Camp Partners' Directors and Staff DIRECTLY to you!
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Join Philadelphia Family as an Education Partner Today!
Whether you are managing a legacy private school’s marketing and communications or you are building an organization to offer education enrichment and would like to be more connected with Philly parents and caregivers, we welcome you to join our Education Partners program.
Philadelphia Family was created to connect families raising their kids in the city with resources, events, and each other and it all started with our vibrant Facebook Group and our weekly Email Newsletters, which continue to grow with and support new and expectant parents, empty nesters, families who are new to the area, and natives alike!
Many of our Education Partners and Business Members generously offer a perk or discount for our Supporting Members as a part of their collaboration with us. We hope you’ll consider creating an incentive for our readers to visit, support, and refer their friends to you as well!
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