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Best Alabama Private Daycares & Preschools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 316 private daycares & preschools serving 66,783 students in Alabama.
The top ranked private daycares & preschools in Alabama include Madison Academy, Cathedral Academy, and Bayshore Christian School.
The average tuition cost is $11,022, which is lower than the Alabama average tuition cost of $11,593.
75% of private daycares & preschools in Alabama are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Christian). Learn more about how daycare centers and preschools work.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 316
  • # Students Served: 66,783

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 316
  • # Students Served: 66,783

Top Ranked Alabama Private Daycares & Preschools (2026-27)

Madison Academy Photo
Madison Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 866 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 25
Christian
325 Slaughter Rd
Madison, AL 35758
(256) 469-6410
(2)
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Mobile Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 676 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 17
Church of Christ
5900 Cottage Hill Road
Mobile, AL 36609
(251) 661-1613
(6)
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Heritage Christian Academy Photo
Heritage Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 219 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 13
Christian
6200 Lou George Loop
Bessemer, AL 35022
(205) 978-6001
(7)
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Advent Episcopal School
Gr: PK-8 | 217 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 8
Episcopal
2019 6th Ave N
Birmingham, AL 35203
(205) 252-2535
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Alabama Christian Academy Photo
Alabama Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 666 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 8
Church of Christ
4700 Wares Ferry Road
Montgomery, AL 36109
(334) 277-1985
(10)
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Map of All Saints' Episcopal Preschool
All Saints' Episcopal Preschool
Gr: NS | 145 students
Daycare / Preschool (Episcopal)
112 W. Hawthorne Road
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 879-1092
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American Christian Academy Photo
American Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 1,079 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 1
Christian
2300 Veterans Memorial Parkway
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 553-5963
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Map of Autauga Academy
Autauga Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 263 students
497 Golson Rd
Prattville, AL 36067
(334) 365-4343
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Bayshore Christian School Photo
Bayshore Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 464 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 11
Presbyterian
316 Presbyterian Dr
Fairhope, AL 36532
(251) 929-0011
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Map of Bayside Academy
Bayside Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 702 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 20
303 Dryer Ave
Daphne, AL 36526
(251) 338-6300
(1)
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Map of Bessemer Academy
Bessemer Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 436 students
1705 4th Ave Sw
Bessemer, AL 35022
(205) 428-6288
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Briarwood Christian School Photo
Briarwood Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 1,745 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 15
Presbyterian
2204 Briarwood Way
Birmingham, AL 35243
(205) 776-5909
(3)
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Map of Canterbury Day School
Canterbury Day School
Gr: NS | 123 students
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
350 Overbrook Rd
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 874-1541
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Map of Cathedral Academy
Cathedral Academy
Gr: PK-11 | 76 students
Episcopal
1204 Highland Ave
Selma, AL 36703
(334) 872-9997
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Map of Chambers Academy
Chambers Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 305 students
15048 Us Highway 431
Lafayette, AL 36862
(334) 864-9852
(3)
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Map of The Childrens Place
The Childrens Place
Gr: PK-K | 85 students
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
1400 Noble St
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 236-6633
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Map of Chilton Christian Academy
Chilton Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 214 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 2
Baptist
23240 Us Highway 31
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 688-4454
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Christ The King Catholic School Photo
Christ The King Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 500 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 4
Catholic
1503 Main St
Daphne, AL 36526
(251) 626-1692
(1)
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Map of Clarke Prep School
Clarke Prep School
Gr: PK-12 | 406 students
20100 Highway 43
Grove Hill, AL 36451
(334) 830-7162
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Map of Cornerstone Christian Academy
Cornerstone Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 522 students
Christian
1600 Mccurdy Ave North
Rainsville, AL 35986
(256) 630-5863
(1)
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316
Private Schools
66,783
Students
$11,022
Avg. Tuition
16
Avg. Class Size
22%
Students of Color
13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private daycares & preschools in Alabama?
The top ranked private daycares & preschools in Alabama include Madison Academy, Cathedral Academy, and Bayshore Christian School.
How many private daycares & preschools are located in Alabama?
316 private daycares & preschools are located in Alabama.
How much do private daycares & preschools cost in Alabama?
The average tuition cost is $11,022, which is lower than the Alabama private school average tuition cost of $11,593.
How diverse are private daycares & preschools in Alabama?
Alabama private daycares & preschools are approximately 22% minority students, which is lower than the Alabama private school average of 25%.
What percentage of private daycares & preschools are religiously affiliated in Alabama?
75% of private daycares & preschools in Alabama are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Christian).

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