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Best Alabama Nonsectarian Private Preschools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 64 nonsectarian private preschools in Alabama. You can also find more religiously affiliated schools in Alabama.
The top ranked nonsectarian private preschools in Alabama include The Lakeside School, Bayside Academy, and Saint James School.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 64

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 64

Top Ranked Nonsectarian Private Preschools in Alabama (2026-27)

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 Chambers Academy
Chambers Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 305 students
15048 Us Highway 431
Lafayette, AL 36862
(334) 864-9852
(3)
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The Donoho School Photo
The Donoho School
Gr: PK-12
Avg. class size: 11 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 10
2501 Henry Road
Anniston, AL 36207
(256) 237-5477
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Map of Fort Dale Academy
Fort Dale Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 489 students
1100 Gamble St
Greenville, AL 36037
(334) 382-2606
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Map of Glenwood School
Glenwood School
Gr: PK-12 | 738 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 9
5801 Summerville Rd
Smiths Station, AL 36877
(334) 297-3614
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Highlands School Photo
Highlands School
Gr: NS-8 | 348 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 16
4901 Old Leeds Rd
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 956-9731
(1)
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Hilltop Montessori School
Gr: NS-8 | 182 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 1
Montessori School
6 Abbott Square
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 437-9343
(2)
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Map of Hooper Academy
Hooper Academy
Gr: NS-12 | 302 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 7
380 Fischer Rd
Hope Hull, AL 36043
(334) 288-5980
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Map of Houston Academy
Houston Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 692 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
901 Buena Vista Dr
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-4106
(2)
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Map of The Lakeside School
The Lakeside School
Gr: PK-12 | 320 students
1020 Lake Dr
Eufaula, AL 36027
(334) 687-5748
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Macon East Academy Photo
Macon East Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 271 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 7
15396 Vaughn Rd
Cecil, AL 36013
(334) 277-6566
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Marietta Johnson School Of Organic Education
Gr: PK-2 | 11 students
Avg. class size: 6 students
Extracurriculars: 5
Alternative School
8 Marietta Drive
Fairhope, AL 36532
(251) 928-9347
(1)
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Map of Monroe Academy
Monroe Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 409 students
4096 S Alabama Ave
Monroeville, AL 36460
(251) 743-3932
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Map of Montessori World School
Montessori World School
Gr: PK-K | 28 students
Avg. class size: 40 students
Montessori School
2061 Leroy Stevens Rd
Mobile, AL 36695
(251) 634-8211
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Map of Patrician Academy
Patrician Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 319 students
901 S Mulberry Ave
Butler, AL 36904
(205) 459-3605
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Map of Pickens Academy
Pickens Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 299 students
225 Ray Bass Rd
Carrollton, AL 35447
(205) 367-8144
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Map of Pike Liberal Arts School
Pike Liberal Arts School
Gr: PK-12 | 474 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 8
Highway 231 S
Troy, AL 36081
(334) 566-2023
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Prichard Preparatory School
Gr: PK-5 | 185 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 5
743 Mt. Sinai Avenue
Mobile, AL 36612
(251) 380-7220
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Saint James School
Gr: PK-12 | 834 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 16 | Extracurriculars: 1
6010 Vaughn Road
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 273-2992
(1)
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Map of Southern Academy
Southern Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 315 students
407 College St
Greensboro, AL 36744
(334) 624-8111
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked nonsectarian private preschools in Alabama?
The top ranked nonsectarian private preschools in Alabama include The Lakeside School, Bayside Academy, and Saint James School.
How many nonsectarian private preschools are located in Alabama?
64 nonsectarian private preschools are located in Alabama.

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