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Best Connecticut Alternative Private Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 alternative private preschools serving 319 students in Connecticut.
The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut private preschool average acceptance rate of 76%.

Alternative Private Preschools in Connecticut (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Cold Spring School
Cold Spring School Photo - Cold Spring School's Director is Arati Pandit, an educator with deep experience and belief in progressive education.
Alternative School
(3)
263 Chapel Street
New Haven, CT 06513
(203) 787-1584
Gr: PK-6 | 155 students Sports: 7 Tuition listed
The Goddard School
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Alternative School
42 Old Tavern Road
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 795-5575
Gr: PK-K | 144 students Tuition listed
Sustainable Farm School
Sustainable Farm School Photo - The Little Sprouts Program (ages 3 to 5) focuses on walking in balance with the natural world and learning to stay connected to our inner joy.
Alternative School
(2)
PO Box 152
Unionville, CT 06085
(860) 952-9753
Gr: PK-12 | 20 students Avg. class size: 7 students Acceptance rate listed

Frequently Asked Questions

How many alternative private preschools are located in Connecticut?
3 alternative private preschools are located in Connecticut.

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