SHAWNEE EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL

Shawnee Early Childhood School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lakota Local school district, located in Cincinnati, OH with about 498 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 1st Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 17 teachers, Shawnee Early Childhood School has a student/teacher ratio of about 29:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Shawnee Early Childhood School, located in the Blue Ash area of Cincinnati, serves as a specialized educational facility within the Princeton City School District. The school is dedicated exclusively to the youngest learners in the district, typically housing students in preschool and kindergarten. By focusing solely on early childhood development, the school creates a tailored environment designed to foster foundational academic skills, social-emotional growth, and a love for learning during these critical formative years.

The facility at 9394 Sterling Dr is structured to support a play-based and inquiry-driven curriculum that prepares children for the transition to elementary school. Beyond core academics, Shawnee emphasizes community building and parent involvement, aiming to establish a strong partnership between home and school. With its focused age range and developmentally appropriate resources, the school serves as a key pillar in the Princeton City School District’s commitment to early intervention and educational excellence.

For more information, contact Shawnee Early Childhood School at (513) 779-3014 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.