Spring Meadow Early Childhood Center

School Overview
Spring Meadow Early Childhood Center, located in Townsend, Delaware, is a dedicated educational facility focused exclusively on the developmental needs of the district’s youngest learners. Serving students in preschool and kindergarten, the school is designed to provide a nurturing, age-appropriate environment that emphasizes foundational learning, social-emotional growth, and curiosity. By concentrating specifically on early childhood education, the center creates a specialized atmosphere where children can build the essential skills required for future academic success in a safe and supportive setting.

The school’s approach integrates structured curriculum with play-based learning to foster a well-rounded educational experience. As part of the Appoquinimink School District, Spring Meadow prioritizes community and family involvement, working closely with parents to ensure a smooth transition into the public school system. With its focus on early literacy, numeracy, and interpersonal development, the center serves as a vital starting point for children in the Townsend area, aiming to instill a lifelong love of learning from their very first days in the classroom.
210
Total Students
17.0
Full-Time Teachers
12.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Spring Meadow Early Childhood Center
Demographic Student Count
White108
Hispanic22
Black47
Asian18
Two or More14
American Indian1
  • White
    108 (51.4 %)
  • Black
    47 (22.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    22 (10.5 %)
  • Asian
    18 (8.6 %)
  • Two or More
    14 (6.7 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.5 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Appoquinimink School District
Phone: (302)378-6760
Website: http://springmeadowecc.org
Grade Range: K - K
Total Students: 210
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 17.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 210

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Spring Meadow Early Childhood Center
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten210
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Spring Meadow Early Childhood Center
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female9545.2%
Male11554.8%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)