The Children's School
Daycare center in South Burlington, VT. 173 Patchen Road, South Burlington, VT 05403
About the program
The Children's School is a licensed daycare center in South Burlington, Vermont, on the state register since 2025. It is licensed for 20 children and serves preschool and school age ages.
The Children's School is a parent cooperative preschool in South Burlington, Vermont, offering a half-day play-based program for children ages 3-5.
The program follows a play-based and co-op approach and states NAEYC accreditation.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. The Children's School does not publish a fee schedule on its website. Programs in the area that publish full-time tuition have a median starting price of $1,582 a month.
Licensing and safety
Open the state record →Vermont publishes inspection reports on its own site. Open the state record to read this program's inspection history in full.
What parents say
I toured many preschools in the area and nothing felt like the right fit until we found TCS. With the comfort of home feel, gorgeous outside space, intimate classroom size and outstanding teachers - we couldn’t recommend TCS more. They see each and every child and family as unique and as individuals - meeting them where they are. The curriculum is age appropriate, play based, and the amount of time spent outdoors is…
Danielle Havens · 5/5 on Google · 2 years agoOur family loves TCS. Their staff made every imaginable accommodation for our son, and constantly work to help us through any school struggles that may arise with a toddler attending school for the first time. 100% recommend.
Andrew Barranco · 5/5 on Google · 2 years agoWhen we were looking at preschools for our 4 year old, we knew we wanted to find a place that focused on play and spent a lot of time outside. The Children's School has been absolutely perfect. Christina and the other teachers are kind and patient with the kids. We look forward to sending our kid here for another year.
Rebecca Csuy · 5/5 on Google · 2 years agoWe love TCS! Wonderful teachers, cozy classroom, and focus on family involvement. It’s a truly special place.
Colleen Price · 5/5 on Google · 2 years agoGetting there
173 Patchen Road, South Burlington, VT 05403
Questions about The Children's School
Is The Children's School licensed?
Yes. The Children's School holds an active Center Based Child Care and Preschool Program licence from Vermont Department for Children and Families, Child Development Division (licence 997), with a licensed capacity of 20 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
What ages does The Children's School take?
The Children's School is licensed to serve preschool and school age ages.
How much does The Children's School cost?
The Children's School does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.