RGV Schools, Preschools, and Childcare Guide [2017 Edition]

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2017 Guide to Childcare, Preschools and Schools in the Rio Grande Valley

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Below you will find details on schools across the Valley. If your school is interested in being listed in this extensive guide, please send an email to hello(at)rgvmomsblog(dot)com.

 


Featured RGV Preschools and Schools

Oratory School - Pharr, TexasOratory Academy of St. Philip Neri (Grades PK-8th)

Oratory Athanaeum for University Preparation (Grades 9th-12th)

1407 W. Moore Rd.
Pharr, TX 78577-6700
(956) 781-3056
Website: https://oratoryschools.org

Open House Date: Tuesday, January 17, 2017 from 5-7PM

The initial motivation behind the founding of our international schools was the inciting, ever-gnawing awareness that our region, to preserve its unique identity and to advance authentically Catholic liberal arts thinking, was in great need of a proudly professed Catholic liberal arts school system. To be faithful to its classical roots, Catholic liberal education must represent and serve bi-culturally and internationally all the citizens of our beloved Lower Rio Grande Valley/Rio Bravo cultural homeland. 

Mission: The mission of the Pharr Oratory of St. Philip Neri School System is to promote the formation of Christian character, Catholic lay leadership, Christian fellowship and community service by integrating the gospel message with a liberal arts educational program in the spirit of joy of St. Philip Neri.

Vision: Every Oratory student believes the Gospel message and lives it by making a difference in the world, as each student journeys to his/her ultimate end, heaven.

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St. Alban's Episcopal Day School

St. Alban’s Episcopal Church and Day School
1417 East Austin
Harlingen, Texas 78550
(956) 428-2326
Websitehttp://www.mindssharpeneddaily.com/

Open House Date: Wednesday, January 27, 2017
All-Day Open House: Wednesday, February 8, 2017, 8AM – 3PM

The unique role of St. Alban’s Episcopal School is to prepare students in the context of a Christian community of love and concern, to achieve academically, to develop moral values, and to interact in a socially acceptable manner. St. Alban’s School has a responsibility to this community to provide properly trained and experienced teachers and staff who demonstrate genuine love and respect for children, and who are flexible in using a variety of materials and methods in meeting the individual needs of those children.

Parents and students at St. Alban’s Day School are committed to learning at the highest level.  They have a desire and ability to undertake challenging curriculum, perform with distinction at the secondary level, and strive to be productive citizens within the school and the world at large.

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St. John's Episcopal Church & SchoolSt. John’s Episcopal School 

2500 N. 10th Street
McAllen, TX 78501
(956) 686-0231
Website: stjohns-mcallen.org/school-2/
Accredited by SAES; Member of TPSA

Open House:
February 13, 2017
9:00 a.m. to Noon – Visit classes, speak with current parents, Q&A
4:00 to 6:00 p.m. – Tour the school, meet teachers and current parents, Q&A

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Accepting Applications for the 2017-2018 School Year for students 2 years-old (2K) through Grade 6

St. John’s Episcopal School honors the trust that parents place in us and we embrace that responsibility as we prepare our students for the future. We dedicate ourselves to challenging children in the classroom (2K – Grade 6) and celebrating their accomplishments every step of the way. In addition to strong academic preparation, members of the St. John’s faculty bring a life-long love of learning, extensive knowledge, and solid commitment to each and every child.

50% of our current 4th – 6th Grade students qualified for the prestigious Duke University Talent Identification Program.

Experiencing St. John’s first-hand is the best way to fully appreciate our wonderful school. Please contact us to schedule your visit today. We offer a full-day program for all grade levels, 2 year-olds through Grade 6.

MISSION STATEMENT: St. John’s Episcopal Day School provides each student with a well-rounded academic program that develops their full competence, creativity, character and compassion in a Christian environment.  Through attainment of this mission, we produce responsible young individuals equipped to live a life worthy of a child of God.

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IDEA Public SchoolsIDEA Public Schools (28 schools in cities across the RGV)

Website: www.ideapublicschools.org/apply

Registration Deadline of April 1

IDEA has multiple locations in the Rio Grande Valley and offers transportation. Check out the locations here.

IDEA Public Schools is a nationally-recognized charter school network with 28 schools in the Rio Grande Valley. IDEA’s mission is College For All Children. With a track record of success including high schools ranked in the top 1% nationwide by US News & World Report, 100% college acceptance, and a college graduation rate five times the national average for low-income students, IDEA families, students, and staff proving that college is possible for all children.

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302 S. Bryan
Mission, TX
78572
(956) 585-4344
 
 
Lavalette Montessori Institute is dedicated and committed to providing the highest quality bilingual, bicultural and authentic Montessori Education in the Rio Grande Valley with our Montessori Certified and trained teachers.

Serving children from 12 months to 6 years old.

Convenient schedule: 7:30 am – 6:00 pm

Tuition assistance upon request

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First United Methodist Church Day School
4200 N. McColl Road
McAllen, Texas 78504
(956) 668-9009

Website: www.mcfirst.com

Registration Dates:
February 6-9, 2017 – Currently enrolled students and their siblings
February 10, 2017 – Enrollment for Church Members and Former Families
February 14, 2017 – Enrollment is open to the public

The purpose of FUMC Day School is to provide children with a safe and loving environment in which to nurture spiritual, emotional, social, intellectual and physical growth through developmentally appropriate activities.

At FUMC Day School we also strive to serve parents by providing opportunities for education and fellowship.  We teach our children through play and give them the pre-learning skills necessary for later years.  We believe in child-centered play based learning which allows children to learn at their own individual pace through the natural process of play.  We also utilize “Handwriting Without Tears” curriculum, and incorporate the Weekly Reader Themes.  Weekly activities focus on gross and fine motor skills, social interaction and creative expression.  During their day, children have an opportunity to play and interact with others their age while fostering independence, curiosity and problem solving skills.

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The Discovery School
1711 W. Alberta
Edinburg, Texas
(956) 381-1117

Website: www.thediscoveryschool.net

18 months – 12 years

Toddler, Primary, Lower Elementary, Upper Elementary

The Discovery School is committed to providing a Montessori education that encompasses a unique educational model for the community by providing a child-oriented learning environment that allows the child to develop a love of learning while realizing and accomplishing self-paced individual interests, the ultimate objective being the development of a responsible, self-confident member of society, respectful of themselves and others, who will develop a positive approach to life and contribute to their community.

Observation Night – February 28, 2017
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Enrollment Dates:
Current families (only) – January 23, 2017 through February 17, 2017
Enrollment opens to everyone – February 20, 2017

Prospective Parents can set up a tour of the school by calling 956-381-1117.

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St. Matthew’s Episcopal School
2620 Crestview Drive
(at the corner of Canton Road)
Edinburg, TX
(956) 383-4202

Website: stmattschool-rgv.org

Open House and Priority Enrollment:
Thursday, January 26, 2017 from 4:00-7:00 PM

We have a 40 year tradition of educating and nurturing Pre-K3 through Sixth grade students in an academic Christian setting.All subjects, including Physical Education, are taught daily.  Music Education takes place each week on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

SAES accredited since 2011

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BROWNSVILLE

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IDEA Public SchoolsIDEA Public Schools
(28 schools in cities across the RGV)
Website: www.ideapublicschools.org/apply

Enchanted Hearts Academy
(956) 545-0458
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Brownsville Montessori Academy
(956) 548-1952
http://www.thebrownsvillemontessoriacademy.com/

Coram Deo Classical Academy
1175 W Price Rd
Brownsville, TX
(956) 982-2332
http://coramdeobrownsville.org/

Noah’s Ark Preschool
(956) 504-2998
Facebook

Maria’s Montessori School
(956) 541-2269
Facebook

FUMCPK
956-548-0477
http://www.fumpk.org/

The Learning Club Preschool
3900 Paredes Line Rd
Brownsville, TX
(956) 546-2229
http://www.thelearningclubpreschool.com/ | Facebook

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DONNA

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IDEA Public Schools
(28 schools in cities across the RGV)
Website: www.ideapublicschools.org/apply

Learning to Grow Day Care
1714 Hunt Ave
(956)884-9903

Little Einsteins Learning Center
4104 North 493
(956) 461-5373

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EDCOUCH

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Monte Cristo Learning Center
(956) 262-5240
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Amazing Kids Academy
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EDINBURG

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The Discovery SchoolThe Discovery School
1711 W. Alberta
(956) 381-1117
18 months – 12 years
Toddler, Primary, Lower Elementary, Upper Elementary
http://www.thediscoveryschool.net/
Facebook

St. Matthew's EpiscopalSt. Matthew’s Episcopal School
2620 Crestview Drive
(at the corner of Canton Road)
Edinburg, TX
(956) 383-4202

Website: stmattschool-rgv.org

De Praga Montessori Preschool
2029 Jackson Creek
956-316-0725
PK2 – 1st Grade
8:30am – 3:00pm
extended hours available
Facebook

Harvest Christian Academy
1000 Las Alamedas
Facebook

St. Joseph’s Catholic School
119 W. Fay Street
(956) 383 – 3957
PK3 – 8th Grade
Extended hours available
Registration opens February 24th
Website

Imagine Child Development Center and Daycare
6:30 am to 8:00 Pm, Saturday and part time services
Facebook

ABC Educare Child Development and Learning Center
Facebook

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HARLINGEN

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St. Alban's Episcopal Church and Day SchoolSt. Alban’s Episcopal Church and Day School

Website: http://www.mindssharpeneddaily.com/
1417 East Austin
Harlingen, Texas 78550
(956) 428-2326
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Wesley Preparatory School
http://www.wesleyharlingen.org/
1406 East Austin Avenue
(956) 428-3868
Facebook

St. Paul Lutheran Academy – Great Beginnings
(956) 425-6330
http://www.stpaultexas.com/beginnings/

Journey Preschool
(956) 412-0411
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Journey-Preschool/128374713985727

Calvary Preschool & Daycare
(956) 425-1425

Grace Christian Academy
801 E Harrison at the Church of Christ
(956) 893-2274
K-6 on Mondays and Thursdays for homeschoolers
2-day a week tutorial for homeschoolers
Facebook

The Trinity School
http://thetrinityschool.us/
(956) 887-0182

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LA FERIA

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Little Lions Learning Center
136 W. Oleander Ave.
(956) 797-5466

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LA JOYA

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PLCC Child Care & Learning Institute
824 E. Expressway 83
La Joya, TX
(956) 585-5993
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LOS FRESNOS

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Star Student Learning Center
32794 TX-100
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 233-1300
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MCALLEN

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FUMC Day SchoolFirst United Methodist Church Day School
4200 North McColl Road
956-668-9009
12 months – 4 years
Website :: Facebook

IDEA Public Schools
(28 schools in cities across the RGV)
Website: www.ideapublicschools.org/apply

Horizon Montessori Schools
956-969-3092
221 North Main Street
South Texas Educational Technologies, Inc.

Lynn Flowers Preschool
956-682-1192
104 South 12th Street
PK2 – PK4

Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic School
956-585-6445
611 Dunlap Ave
Mission, Texas
Montessori (PK3-K)
Traditional (1st – 8th)
Website | Facebook

Covenent Christian Academy
4201 North Ware Road
956-686-9470
PK2 – 8th Grade
8:00am – 3:30pm
extended hours available
Facebook

Framboyant Learning Center     (Bilingual School)
2525 Buddy Owens
956-687-4697
18 months – 5 years
8:45am – 3:00pm
extended hours available
Facebook

Our Lady of Sorrows School     (Montessori)
1100 Gumwood
956-686-3651
PK3 – 8th grade
7:45am – 3:00pm
extended hours available

South Texas Christian Academy
7001 N Ware Rd
6817 N Ware (High School)
Phone:  (956)682-1117
Fax:  (956)682-7398
Website

St. John’s Episcopal Day School
2500 North 10th Street
956-686-0231
PK2 – 6th grade
8:00am – 3:20pm
extended hours available

St. Paul Lutheran School
300 Pecan Blvd.
956-682-2345
Pk4 – 8th grade
8:00am – 3:45pm
extended hours available
Childcare 12 months – 4 years
Website
Facebook

Loving Angels Child Development Center
3615 N. Ware Rd.
956-343-5436
www.humphreyacademy.com
Facebook

St. Mark UMC Preschool
956-686-2650
956-682-1481
6 weeks – 12 years old
7:15am – 6:00pm
Website

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MERCEDES

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Immanuel Lutheran School
703 W 3rd Street
(956) 565-3208

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MISSION

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302 S. Bryan
Mission, TX
78572

IDEA Public Schools
(28 schools in cities across the RGV)
Website: www.ideapublicschools.org/apply

Kidz Crusade
2407 Brock, Ste. 18
956-584-7474
956-581-1811
www.kidzcrusade.org

Agape Christian School 
Website
956-585-9773
18 months to 6th grade
Facebook
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PHARR

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Oratory School - Pharr, TexasOratory Academy of St. Philip Neri (Grades PK-8th)
Oratory Athanaeum for University Preparation (Grades 9th-12th)
1407 W. Moore Rd.
Pharr, TX 78577-6700
(956) 781-3056
Website: https://oratoryschools.org
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IDEA Public Schools
(28 schools in cities across the RGV)
Website: www.ideapublicschools.org/apply

RGV Educare
(956) 318-3202
Facebook

The Kids Academy of the RGV
Facebook

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RIO GRANDE CITY

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IDEA Public Schools
(28 schools in cities across the RGV)
Website: www.ideapublicschools.org/apply

Immaculate Conception School
305 Britton Avenue
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WESLACO

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IDEA Public Schools
(28 schools in cities across the RGV)
Website: www.ideapublicschools.org/apply

Kidz Kingdom
(956) 647-5262
http://www.preschoolweslaco.com/

Zoey’s Clubhouse Learning Center
Facebook

Tots University Early Learning Center
(956) 447-9900

Mid Valley Christian School
(956)968-6232
http://www.mvcs.co/

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