St. James' Episcopal School Photo - Welcome to St. James'! Recognizing that each child brings unique talents, skills, experiences, and dreams to their educational journey informs the academic and cultural philosophy of our school. We provide a rich educational experience within a warm and diverse community.

Best California Private Preschools Belonging to National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES) (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 18 private preschools belonging to National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES) serving 5,020 students in California. You can also find more schools membership associations in California.
The top ranked private preschools belonging to National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES) in California include St. Margaret's Episcopal School, Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew, and St. James' Episcopal School.
The average tuition cost is $22,952, which is higher than the California private preschool average tuition cost of $15,675.
94% of private preschools belonging to National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES) in California are religiously affiliated (most commonly Episcopal and Catholic).

Top Ranked Private Preschools Belonging to National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES) in California (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Trinity School
Trinity School Photo - Where Curiosity Meets Character
(Episcopal)
2650 Sand Hill Rd
Menlo Park, CA 94025
(650) 854-0288
Gr: NS-5 | 157 students Avg. class size: 18 students Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Patricks Episcopal Day School
St. Patricks Episcopal Day School Photo - St. Patrick's Episcopal Day School, a CAIS and WASC-accredited KR-8 school, inspires and equips students to transform the world. We welcome families of all faiths and emphasize academics, leadership, public speaking, and a spiritual foundation to nurture well-rounded, confident, and compassionate students.
(Episcopal)
(6)
1 Church Rd
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
(805) 497-1416
Gr: PK-8 | 160 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew
Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew Photo - Empowering today's learners to become tomorrow's leaders.
(Episcopal)
16 Baldwin Avenue
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 274-0775
Gr: PK-8 | 326 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
St. Agnes School
(Catholic)
1428 W Adams Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(323) 734-6441
Gr: PK-8 | 168 students Tuition listed
Saint Andrew's Episcopal School
Saint Andrew's Episcopal School Photo - Learning extends beyond the classroom at Saint Andrew's. Our students actively engage with the world around them, exploring new ideas, cultures, and perspectives together.
(Episcopal)
(9)
13601 Saratoga Ave.
Saratoga, CA 95070
(408) 867-3785
Gr: PK-8 | 420 students Avg. class size: 19 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition listed
St. James' Episcopal School
St. James' Episcopal School Photo - Welcome to St. James'! Recognizing that each child brings unique talents, skills, experiences, and dreams to their educational journey informs the academic and cultural philosophy of our school. We provide a rich educational experience within a warm and diverse community.
(Episcopal)
(8)
625 S. St. Andrews Place
Los Angeles, CA 90005
(213) 382-2315
Gr: NS-6 | 368 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Johns Episcopal School
St. Johns Episcopal School Photo
(Episcopal)
(6)
30382 Via Con Dios
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 858-5144
Gr: PK-8 | 568 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Margaret's Episcopal School
St. Margaret's Episcopal School Photo - Every graduate is prepared and qualified to enroll in a four-year college or university, and because of the school's reputation for the depth and quality of its education, more than 100 leading colleges and universities across the country visit St. Margaret's annually to recruit its graduates.
(Episcopal)
31641 La Novia
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 661-0108
Gr: PK-12 | 1,234 student Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 11
St. Matthew's Parish School
St. Matthew's Parish School Photo
(Episcopal)
1031 Bienveneda Avenue
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 454-1350
Gr: NS-8 | 345 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 8 Tuition listed
St. Timothy's Episcopal Day School
Daycare / Preschool
312 S Oleander Ave
Compton, CA 90220
(310) 638-6319
Gr: PK-K | 29 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Children's Center Of St. An
Daycare / Preschool (Episcopal)
4400 Barranca Pkwy
Irvine, CA 92604
(949) 651-0198
Gr: NS-PK | 125 students Tuition listed
Christ Church Day School
Christ Church Day School Photo
(Episcopal)
(1)
1114 9th St
Coronado, CA 92118
(619) 435-6393
Gr: PK-8 | 130 students Avg. class size: 14 students Tuition listed
The Gooden School
The Gooden School Photo - Join us to learn what a Gooden education is all about! #WeAreCurious #WeAreGooden
(Episcopal)
(2)
192 North Baldwin Avenue
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
(626) 355-2410
Gr: PK-8 | 191 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed
St. Ambrose Sea Breeze School
Daycare / Preschool (Episcopal)
900 Edgewater Blvd
San Mateo, CA 94404
(650) 574-5437
Gr: NS-PK | 196 students Avg. class size: 24 students
St. Dunstan's Episcopal School
Montessori School (Episcopal)
28003 Robinson Canyon Rd
Carmel, CA 93923
(831) 624-9250
Gr: PK-K | 51 students
St. Margaret's Episcopal School
(Episcopal)
47-535 Highway #74
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 346-6268
Gr: PK-8 | 154 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Michael's Episcopal Day School
(Episcopal)
2140 Mission Ave
Carmichael, CA 95608
(916) 485-3418
Gr: NS-8 | 245 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 2
Ventana School
Ventana School Photo
(Episcopal)
1040 Border Rd
Los Altos, CA 94024
(650) 948-2121
Gr: NS-5 | 153 students Tuition listed

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