Dr Herbert Guice Christian Academy Photo - Ms. Beliso - Our kindergarten classroom

Best Oakland Private Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 25 private preschools serving 2,795 students in Oakland, CA.
The top-ranked private preschools in Oakland, CA include School Of Saint Leo The Great, Redwood Day, and Park Day School.
The average tuition cost is $17,583, which is higher than the California private preschool average tuition cost of $15,627.
36% of private preschools in Oakland, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Christian).

Top-Ranked Oakland Private Preschools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Park Day School
Park Day School Photo - Studying renewable energy and building solar powered home models
(33)
360 42nd St
Oakland, CA 94609
(510) 653-0317
Gr: PK-8 | 348 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 19 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
KSS Immersion Schools, Oakland-Lincoln Highlands
KSS Immersion Schools, Oakland-Lincoln Highlands Photo - Our curriculum is also designed to spark and maintain children's interest in Spanish through creative activities such as dancing, singing, cooking, art projects, and games. As the students progress through their classes, they are well-prepared for kindergarten and empowered to be unique, confident learners and individuals.
Daycare / Preschool
2540 Charleston St
Oakland, CA 94602
(877) 442-2555
Gr: PK-K Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
KSS Immersion Schools, Oakland-Montclair
KSS Immersion Schools, Oakland-Montclair Photo - Our curriculum is also designed to spark and maintain children's interest in Spanish through creative activities such as dancing, singing, cooking, art projects, and games. As the students progress through their classes, they are well-prepared for kindergarten and empowered to be unique, confident learners and individuals.
Daycare / Preschool
1650 Mountain Blvd
Oakland, CA 94611
(877) 442-2555
Gr: NS-PK Tuition listed
Ile Omode
Ile Omode Photo
(2)
8924 Holly St
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 632-8230
Gr: PK-8 | 117 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Light Islamic Academy
Special Program Emphasis (Islamic)
9857 Macarthur Blvd
Oakland, CA 94605
(510) 712-1000
Gr: PK-12 | 140 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
My Own Montessori
Daycare / Preschool
5723 Oak Grove Avenue
Oakland, CA 94618
(510) 652-5979
Gr: PK-K | 43 students Avg. class size: 28 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Redwood Day
Redwood Day Photo - From Kindergarten through 8th grade, Redwood Day students grow into great.
(1)
3245 Sheffield Avenue
Oakland, CA 94602
(510) 534-0800
Gr: NS-8 | 418 students Avg. class size: 19 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Vincent's Day Home
Daycare / Preschool
1086 8th St
Oakland, CA 94607
(510) 832-8324
Gr: PK-K | 237 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
School Of Saint Leo The Great
School Of Saint Leo The Great Photo - Computer Lab
(Catholic)
4238 Howe St
Oakland, CA 94611
(510) 654-7828
Gr: PK-8 | 235 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 4 Tuition listed
Baywood Learning Centers
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
12500 Campus Drive
Oakland, CA 94619
Gr: PK | 20 students
Berkeley Rose Waldorf School
Alternative School
(1)
215 Ridgeway Avenue
Oakland, CA 94611
(510) 859-7679
Gr: PK-8 | 141 students Tuition listed
Cornerstone Christian Academy
(Baptist)
3535 38th Ave
Oakland, CA 94619
(510) 530-9166
Gr: PK-8 | 20 students
Dr Herbert Guice Christian Academy
Dr Herbert Guice Christian Academy Photo - Ms. Beliso - Our kindergarten classroom
(Baptist)
(1)
6925 International Blvd
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 729-0330
Gr: PK-6 | 46 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
First Covenant Treehouse Preschool & Tk
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
4000 Redwood Rd
Oakland, CA 94619
(510) 531-0320
Gr: PK-K | 135 students
Growing Light Montessori School
Montessori School
4700 Lincoln Avenue
Oakland, CA 94602
(510) 336-9897
Gr: K | 77 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Lakeshore Children's Center
Daycare / Preschool
3534 Lakeshore Ave
Oakland, CA 94610
(510) 893-4048
Gr: K | 49 students
Little Elephant Montessori School
Montessori School
5782 Miles Ave
Oakland, CA 94618
(510) 597-1963
Gr: PK-K | 35 students Tuition listed
Mountain Blvd Montessori School
Mountain Blvd Montessori School Photo - Our classrooms are warm, inviting, and with a full complement of Montessori activities students have a wide range of cognitive activities.
Montessori School
(4)
4432 Mountain Blvd
Oakland, CA 94619
(510) 482-2850
Gr: PK-K | 62 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
Oakland Montessori School
Oakland Montessori School Photo
Montessori School
3625 Fruitvale Avenue
Oakland, CA 94602
(510) 482-3111
Gr: PK | 52 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
The Renaissance International School
The Renaissance International School Photo
Montessori School
3650 Dimond Ave
Oakland, CA 94602
(510) 531-8566
Gr: PK-8 | 110 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Rockridge Montessori School
Montessori School
5610 Broadway
Oakland, CA 94618
(510) 652-7021
Gr: PK-K | 145 students Tuition listed
Po Box 70378
Oakland, CA 94612
(510) 465-8023
Gr: PK-12 | 224 students
Sequoyah Community School
Daycare / Preschool (Assembly of God)
4292 Keller Avenue
Oakland, CA 94605
(510) 632-3481
Gr: PK-K | 71 students
Starlite Child Development Center
Daycare / Preschool
246 14th St
Oakland, CA 94612
(510) 238-8809
Gr: PK-K | 34 students
Wee Li'l People Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
650 Alma Avenue
Oakland, CA 94610
(510) 433-0288
Gr: PK-K | 36 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Oakland, California

Oakland, California Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Pacific Boychoir Academy (Closed 2025)
All-boys | Special Program Emphasis
4101 Park Boulevard
Oakland, CA 94602
(510) 652-4722
Gr: 3-8 | 15 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Raskob Day School (Closed 2025)
Special Education School
3520 Mountain Blvd
Oakland, CA 94619
(510) 436-1275
Gr: 3-8 | 72 students
1630 62nd Avenue
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 632-6323
Gr: K-8 | 175 students
2634 Pleasant St
Oakland, CA 94602
(510) 532-4387
Gr: K-8 | 152 students

Overview

This Town (Oakland)
This State (CA)
# Schools
25 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
2,795 Students
363,347 Students
% Average Students of Color
63%
50%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
241 Teachers
26,537 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
67%
58%
Average Class Size
19 students
18 students
Average Number of AP Courses
8 courses
12 courses

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$17,583
$15,627
Average Summer Program Cost
$1,223
$785
Average % on Financial Aid
35%
25%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$25,500
$5,581
Average Acceptance Rate
76%
82%
Average Endowment Size
$2 million
$31.27 million

Students by Ethnicity:

0.66
0.70
# American Indian Students
2 Students
1,694 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
95 Students
30,302 Students
% Asian Students
4%
9%
# Hispanic Students
63 Students
43,013 Students
% Hispanic Students
3%
12%
# Black Students
479 Students
12,400 Students
% Black Students
20%
4%
# White Students
560 Students
112,369 Students
% White Students
23%
32%
# Hawaiian Students
2 Students
2,000 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
1%
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
1,195 Students
144,451 Students
% of Others Students
50%
42%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
8 extracurriculars
7 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
5 sports
6 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private preschools in Oakland, CA?
The top-ranked private preschools in Oakland, CA include School Of Saint Leo The Great, Redwood Day, and Park Day School.
How many private preschools are located in Oakland?
25 private preschools are located in Oakland.
How much do private preschools cost in Oakland?
The average tuition cost is $17,583, which is higher than the California private school average tuition cost of $15,627.
How diverse are private preschools in Oakland?
Oakland private preschools are approximately 63% minority students, which is higher than the California private school average of 50%.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Oakland?
36% of private preschools in Oakland are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Christian).
Which private preschools in Oakland are often viewed compared to one another?

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