50th Anniversary — Children's Village

Students play at CV’s original location at 801 Arch St in 1976.

Current Family Services Director, Beth Baker, shares a moment with "Grandpa Jimmy", who worked as a foster grandparent through the City of Philadelphia.

Having a blast at Smith Playground in the 80s—not much has changed!

Before Philadelphia adopted universal full-day kindergarten, Children's Village had a kindergarten program. Pictured here are some kindergarten graduates.

In the 2000s, we start our school-age program and give our books a permanent home in our PNC Grow Up Great Library.

The Learning Lab gives us new opportunities for professional development—and big body play!

Save the Date: October 28, 2026

On October 28th, we will formally commemorate this milestone at Ridgeland Mansion in Fairmount Park. We invite you, our partners, sponsors, and community members, to join us in marking 50 years of high-quality, comprehensive education.

Family Playdate

Over 175 of our current students, family members, and staff came to celebrate 50 years of Children’s Village at Smith Playground on Saturday, June 20th. It was a blast!

Family Playdate

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Alumni Social

On Thursday, March 26th, we hosted our first 50th Anniversary event at Queen & Rook Game Cafe! Over 50 alumni and their family members, former teachers, and CV staff joined us in reconnecting, networking, and celebrating 50 years.

Alumni Event