EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR.

EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. is a public prekindergarten school that is part of the KENNETT 39 school district, located in KENNETT, MO with about 109 students. With about 6 teachers, EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

The Kennett Early Childhood Center, located at 205 Wiggs St. in Kennett, Missouri, serves as the foundational academic setting for the youngest learners in the Kennett School District. The facility is dedicated to fostering early developmental growth through structured play, socialization, and pre-literacy activities. By focusing on the unique needs of preschool-aged children, the center aims to prepare students for a smooth and successful transition into kindergarten by building both their academic readiness and their social-emotional skills.

The school environment is tailored to support early childhood education best practices, providing a safe and nurturing space where children can explore, interact with peers, and develop foundational learning habits. As part of the broader Kennett school system, the Early Childhood Center plays a vital role in the community by laying the groundwork for long-term educational success. It serves as a central hub for families to engage with the district early on, ensuring that children have access to the resources and guidance necessary to begin their educational journey on a strong footing.

For more information, contact EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. at (573) 717-1145 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

205 WIGGS ST
KENNETT, MO 63857-1620
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EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. is a public school in KENNETT, MO with about 109 enrolled students. See other public pre-kindergarten schools in Missouri

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Pre-K & Kindergarten
Charter School:*
No
District:
KENNETT 39
Total Students:
109
Teachers:
6
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 109 students

White
65.1%
Black or African American
23.9%
Hispanic/Latino
11.0%

Female
50.5%
Male
49.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.