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Best Alabama Private Daycares & Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 316 private daycares & preschools serving 66,798 students in Alabama.

The private daycares & preschools in Alabama include Alabama Christian Academy, Cathedral Academy, and Madison Academy.

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)

# Private Schools: 316
# Students Served: 66,798

Quick Facts (2026)

# Private Schools: 316
# Students Served: 66,798

Alabama Private Daycares & Preschools Trends

316

Private Schools

66,798

Students

$11,022

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

23%

Students of Color

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private daycares & preschools in Alabama?

The private daycares & preschools in Alabama include Alabama Christian Academy, Cathedral Academy, and Madison Academy.

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 23% 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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