Top 20 Best Virginia Private Preschools Belonging To National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 48 private preschools belonging to national association of independent schools (nais) serving 19,071 students in Virginia. You can also find more schools membership associations in Virginia.
The best top ranked belonging to national association of independent schools (nais) private preschools in Virginia include St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School, Cape Henry Collegiate and Grace Episcopal School.
The average tuition cost is $26,127, which is higher than the Virginia private preschool average tuition cost of $11,025.
23% of private preschools belonging to national association of independent schools (nais) in Virginia are religiously affiliated (most commonly Episcopal and Christian).

Top Ranked Private Preschools Belonging To National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Virginia (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
BASIS Independent McLean
BASIS Independent McLean Photo - Fourth graders illustrate the importance of kindness.
(5)
8000 Jones Branch Drive
Mc Lean, VA 22102
(703) 854-1253
Grades: PK-12
| 608 students
Browne Academy
Browne Academy Photo - Founded in 1941, Browne was the first integrated preschool in Virginia.
(9)
5917 Telegraph Rd
Alexandria, VA 22310
(703) 960-3000
Grades: NS-8
| 205 students
Cape Henry Collegiate
Cape Henry Collegiate Photo
(7)
1320 Mill Dam Rd
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
(757) 481-2446
Grades: PK-12
| 1,067 students
Congressional School
Congressional School Photo
(21)
3229 Sleepy Hollow Rd
Falls Church, VA 22042
(703) 533-9711
Grades: NS-8
| 462 students
Grace Episcopal School
Grace Episcopal School Photo
(Episcopal)
(2)
3601 Russell Road
Alexandria, VA 22305
(703) 549-5067
Grades: NS-5
| 109 students
The Langley School
The Langley School Photo
(3)
1411 Balls Hill Road
Mc Lean, VA 22101
(703) 356-1920
Grades: NS-8
| 534 students
St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School
St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School Photo - St. Stephen's and St. Agnes Lower school serves 3-year-olds through 5th grade. Offering vibrant learning spaces with a rigorous curriculum in a safe and inclusive environment where children are known, cherished, and encouraged to explore. https://www.sssas.org/lower-school/welcome
(Episcopal)
1000 Saint Stephens Road
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 212-2705
Grades: NS-12
| 1,214 students
Virginia Beach Friends School
Virginia Beach Friends School Photo - Student artwork is displayed at Norfolk International Airport.
Special Program Emphasis (Friends)
1537 Laskin Road
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
(757) 428-7534
Grades: NS-8
| 163 students
Wakefield School
Wakefield School Photo - Wakefield School is situated on 68 acres in the beautiful rolling hills of Virginia Piedmont horse country. The famous drive up our hill becomes one of the most fond memories for our Wakefield families. In addition to the stunning mountain views and breathtaking sunrises, our students benefit from the expansive outdoor classroom that this natural setting provides.
4439 Old Tavern Road
The Plains, VA 20198
(540) 253-7544
Grades: PK-12
| 358 students
Westminster School
Westminster School Photo
Special Program Emphasis
(13)
3819 Gallows Road
Annandale, VA 22003
(703) 256-3620
Grades: NS-8
| 227 students
2400 Russell Rd
Alexandria, VA 22301
(703) 548-4804
Grades: NS-8
| 224 students
Broadwater Academy
3500 Broadwater Rd
Exmore, VA 23350
(757) 442-9041
Grades: PK-12
| 311 students
3700 Burgundy Road
Alexandria, VA 22303
(703) 329-6968
Grades: PK-8
| 292 students
Collegiate School
Collegiate School Photo
(1)
103 N Mooreland Road
Henrico, VA 23229
(804) 740-7077
Grades: PK-12
| 1,639 students
Flint Hill School
Flint Hill School Photo - When students are known, challenged, and supported as they develop from adolescence into adulthood, there is no limit to what they can achieve in college and beyond.
Special Program Emphasis
(3)
3320 Jermantown Road
Oakton, VA 22124
(703) 584-2314
Grades: PK-12
| 1,062 students
Fredericksburg Academy
Fredericksburg Academy Photo - Fredericksburg Academy students are scholars, athletes, artists, and leaders. Our curriculum is designed to build both knowledge and goodness.
(12)
10800 Academy Drive
Fredericksburg, VA 22408
(540) 898-0020
Grades: NS-12
| students
Green Hedges School
Green Hedges School Photo
(8)
415 Windover Ave, NW
Vienna, VA 22180
(703) 938-8323
Grades: NS-8
| 185 students
Greenbrier Christian Academy
Greenbrier Christian Academy Photo - The Early Childhood Center at Greenbrier Christian Academy was voted "Best of Chesapeake" in 2009.
(Christian)
311 Kempsville Rd
Chesapeake, VA 23320
(757) 547-9595
Grades: PK-12
| 557 students
Grymes Memorial School
Grymes Memorial School Photo - Grymes is situated on 42 beautiful rural acres, offering ample space to bring learning and play to the great outdoors.
(3)
13775 Spicers Mill Rd
Orange, VA 22960
(540) 672-1010
Grades: PK-8
| 166 students
Hampton Roads Academy
Hampton Roads Academy Photo
739 Academy Lane
Newport News, VA 23602
(757) 884-9100
Grades: PK-12
| 641 students
Highland School
(1)
597 Broadview Ave
Warrenton, VA 20186
(540) 878-2740
Grades: PK-12
| 486 students
The Hill School
The Hill School Photo - The Hill School
(13)
130 South Madison St
Middleburg, VA 20117
(540) 687-5897
Grades: PK-8
| 250 students
Linton Hall School
Linton Hall School Photo - Linton Hall School, Catholic Education in the Benedictine Tradition Preschool -Grade 8 www.lintonhall.edu(703)368-3157
(Catholic)
(1)
9535 Linton Hall Rd
Bristow, VA 20136
(703) 368-3157
Grades: PK-8
| 360 students
Loudoun Country Day School
Loudoun Country Day School Photo - Third grade classes traditionally collect food and provide gift cards for Interfaith Relief as part of their community service projects. Their goal is to collect enough food and gift cards for 100 complete Thanksgiving dinners.
(1)
20600 Red Cedar Drive
Leesburg, VA 20175
(703) 777-3841
Grades: NS-8
| 330 students
Millwood School
Millwood School Photo - Millwood Upper School www.millwoodschool.org
(2)
15100 Millwood School Ln
Midlothian, VA 23112
(804) 639-3200
Grades: PK-12
| 260 students
3373 Pruden Blvd
Suffolk, VA 23434
(757) 539-8789
Grades: PK-12
| 919 students
1265 Laskin Rd
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
(757) 428-1284
Grades: PK-5
| 96 students
Norfolk Collegiate School
Norfolk Collegiate School Photo - Middle school students use the green room to film a short video for class. The room is equipped with movie editing software, iPads and more for students to utilize.
(5)
7336 Granby St
Norfolk, VA 23505
(757) 480-2885
Grades: PK-12
| 589 students
North Cross School
North Cross School Photo - North Cross School develops in its students curiosity, a love of learning, and respect for themselves and others. Through a progressive curriculum, our students graduate as global citizens, understanding the diversity our world provides.
4254 Colonial Avenue Sw
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 989-6641
Grades: PK-12
| 584 students
Peabody School
Peabody School Photo - Middle School orchestra students prepare for their spring music performances and the Music in the Parks competition.
Special Program Emphasis
(4)
1232 Stoney Ridge Road
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 296-6901
Grades: PK-8
| 240 students
Pinecrest School
Pinecrest School Photo - Pinecrest School Upper Building, built 2004, straight ahead; Lower School Building to left. Upper School Building has classrooms for second-sixth grades, computer lab, art/science lab, multipurpose room
(1)
7209 Quiet Cove
Annandale, VA 22003
(703) 354-3446
Grades: NS-6
| students
Powhatan School
Powhatan School Photo
49 Powhatan Lane
Boyce, VA 22620
(540) 837-1009
Grades: PK-8
| 239 students
Richmond Montessori School
Montessori School
(2)
499 N Parham Rd
Henrico, VA 23229
(804) 741-0040
Grades: PK-8
| 332 students
Sabot School
Sabot School Photo - Learning to take responsible risks is an important life skill, especially when something feels difficult or scary. The children know a teacher is near, lending support and encouragement, confident in their abilities.
(1)
3400 Stony Point Rd
Richmond, VA 23235
(804) 272-1341
Grades: PK-8
| 230 students
St. Anne's-Belfield School
St. Anne's-Belfield School Photo
(1)
2132 Ivy Road
Charlottesville, VA 22903
(434) 296-5106
Grades: PK-12
| students
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