Top 10 Best Richmond Private Preschools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 32 private preschools serving 5,931 students in Richmond, VA.
The top ranked private preschools in Richmond, VA include Richmond Waldorf School, St. Christopher's School and St. Catherines School.
The average acceptance rate is 80%, which is lower than the Virginia private preschool average acceptance rate of 86%.
50% of private preschools in Richmond, VA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Top Ranked Richmond Private Preschools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Richmond Waldorf School
Richmond Waldorf School Photo - Kindergarten and preschool is meant for the development of healthy social skills, work habits, and a strong sense of self! Through daily artistic activities children nurture their imaginations all while developing a foundation for learning. A balance of work and play is beautifully weaved with song, story, and games to promote a healthy, happy childhood.
Special Program Emphasis
(5)
1301 Robin Hood Road
Richmond, VA 23227
(804) 377-8024
Grades: PK-8
| 211 students
6120 Patterson Avenue
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 214-6705
Grades: NS-5
| 10 students
Providence Montessori Christian School
Montessori School (Christian)
1900 Chamberlayne Ave.
Richmond, VA 23222
(804) 643-0434
Grades: PK-1
| 18 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. Benedict Catholic School
St. Benedict Catholic School Photo - St. Benedict Catholic School on the corner of Grove and Belmont, is located in the historic Museum District of Richmond, Virginia.
(Catholic)
3100 Grove Avenue
Richmond, VA 23221
(804) 254-8850
Grades: PK-8
| 238 students
Saint Bridget School
Saint Bridget School Photo
(Catholic)
6011 York Rd
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 288-1994
Grades: PK-8
| 513 students
St. Catherines School
St. Catherines School Photo - While St. Catherine's believes single sex education is the ideal learning environment, we also know that men and women will live and work together for the rest of their lives. The school works closely with St. Christopher's to provide a Coordinate Program in the Upper School.
All-girls (Episcopal)
(3)
6001 Grove Avenue
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 288-2804
Grades: PK-12
| 824 students
St. Christopher's School
All-boys (Episcopal)
(6)
711 Saint Christophers Road
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 282-3185
Grades: PK-12
| 985 students
St. Edward-epiphany School
St. Edward-epiphany School Photo
(Catholic)
(2)
10701 W Huguenot Road
Richmond, VA 23235
(804) 272-2881
Grades: PK-8
| 490 students
Veritas School
(Christian)
(7)
3400 Brook Road
Richmond, VA 23227
(804) 272-9517
Grades: PK-12
| 616 students
Westhampton Day School
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
(1)
6100 Patterson Avenue
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 282-7459
Grades: PK-K
| 256 students
All Saints Catholic School
(Catholic)
3418 Noble Ave
Richmond, VA 23222
(804) 329-7524
Grades: PK-8
| 164 students
Bon Secours Family Center
Daycare / Preschool
1403 Maple Avenue
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 285-0444
Grades: K
| 14 students
Cedar Fork Road KinderCare
Cedar Fork Road KinderCare Photo - Toddler Classrom
Daycare / Preschool
(1)
75 East Cedar Fork Rd.
Richmond, VA 23223
(804) 328-0130
Grades: NS-PK
| students
Central Montessori School Of Virginia
Montessori School
(4)
323 N 20th St
Richmond, VA 23223
(804) 447-7493
Grades: PK-8
| 138 students
The Development Center
Daycare / Preschool
6408 Rigsby Rd
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 716-9557
Grades: PK-K
| 28 students
Elijah House Academy
Elijah House Academy Photo - Elijah House Academy is a place where children learn about themselves and others, where they can experience the joy and wonder of learning together.
(Christian)
(2)
6627 Jahnke Road
Richmond, VA 23225
(804) 755-7051
Grades: PK-8
| 186 students
Faith Life Academy
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
420 Oronoco Ave
Richmond, VA 23222
(804) 321-1333
Grades: PK-K
| 11 students
4207 Forest Hill Ave
Richmond, VA 23225
(804) 231-1452
Grades: PK-8
| 144 students
601 E. Parham Rd
Richmond, VA 23227
(804) 502-8566
Grades: PK-4
| 36 students
Kindom Village
(Methodist)
5263 Warwick Rd
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 232-9900
Grades: PK-5
| 26 students
Landmark Christian School
(Baptist)
4000 Creighton Road
Richmond, VA 23223
(804) 644-5550
Grades: PK-12
| 130 students
Midlothian Montessori
Montessori School
122 N Courthouse Rd
Richmond, VA 23236
(804) 794-8661
Grades: PK-5
| 34 students
5716 Monument Ave
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 612-8485
Grades: PK-2
| 86 students
Pocoshock KinderCare
Pocoshock KinderCare Photo - Pocoshock KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
2621 Pocoshock Blvd.
Richmond, VA 23235
(804) 276-6554
Grades: NS-PK
| students
Precious Blessing Academy
(Pentecostal)
(1)
4823 Bryce Ln
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 232-7180
Grades: NS-12
| 125 students
Richmond Child Development Cen
Daycare / Preschool
3319 Ellwood Ave
Richmond, VA 23221
(804) 355-5093
Grades: PK-K
| 128 students
400 South Addison Street
Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 545-3108
Grades: PK-5
| 127 students
St. Jamess Childrens Center
Daycare / Preschool (Episcopal)
1205 W Franklin Street
Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 358-9788
Grades: PK-K
| 46 students
Skipwith Road KinderCare
Skipwith Road KinderCare Photo - Building
Daycare / Preschool
3206 Skipwith Rd.
Richmond, VA 23294
(804) 270-0292
Grades: NS-PK
| students
Tuckahoe Montessori School
Tuckahoe Montessori School Photo
Montessori School
6818 West Grace Street
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 359-2754
Grades: PK-3
| 117 students
West End Drive KinderCare
West End Drive KinderCare Photo - Our visit from the Henrico Fire Department
Daycare / Preschool
3712 West End Dr.
Richmond, VA 23294
(804) 747-6492
Grades: NS-PK
| students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Richmond, Virginia

Richmond, Virginia Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
1101 Bainbridge St
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 612-9146
Grades: NS-12
| 18 students
6255 Old Warwick Road
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 276-6300
Grades: PK-12
| 308 students
2600 East Grace Street
Richmond, VA 23223
(804) 648-3621
Grades: PK-8
| 85 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools in Richmond, VA?
The top ranked private preschools in Richmond, VA include Richmond Waldorf School, St. Christopher's School and St. Catherines School.
How many private preschools are located in Richmond, VA?
32 private preschools are located in Richmond, VA.
How diverse are private preschools in Richmond, VA?
Richmond, VA private preschools are approximately 27% minority students, which is lower than the Virginia private school average of 30%.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Richmond, VA?
50% of private preschools in Richmond, VA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

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