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Best Arkansas Private Schools Belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) serving 383 students in Arkansas. You can also find more schools membership associations in Arkansas.
75% of private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in Arkansas are religiously affiliated (most commonly Presbyterian and Methodist).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 4

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 4

Private Schools Belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in Arkansas (2026-27)

Map of Chenal Valley Montessori School
Chenal Valley Montessori School
Gr: NS-8 | 77 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Montessori School
14929 Cantrell Rd
Little Rock, AR 72223
(501) 868-6030
(1)
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Map of First School Of First United Presbyterian Church
First School Of First United Presbyterian Church
Gr: PK-K | 132 students
Daycare / Preschool (Presbyterian)
695 E Calvin St
Fayetteville, AR 72703
(479) 571-4516
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Map of First Umc Weekday School
First Umc Weekday School
Gr: PK-K | 120 students
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
200 N 15th St
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 782-8855
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Map of Hobson Preschool
Hobson Preschool
Gr: PK-K | 54 students
Daycare / Preschool (Presbyterian)
116 N 12th St
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-8919
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) are located in Arkansas?
4 private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) are located in Arkansas.
What percentage of private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) are religiously affiliated in Arkansas?
75% of private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in Arkansas are religiously affiliated (most commonly Presbyterian and Methodist).
4
Private Schools
383
Students
$8,000
Avg. Tuition
15%
Students of Color
43:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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