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Connecticut Private Daycares & Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 233 private daycares & preschools serving 36,081 students in Connecticut.

The private daycares & preschools in Connecticut include Easton Country Day School, Greenwich Academy, and Brunswick School.

The average tuition cost is $18,258, which is lower than the Connecticut average tuition cost of $29,228.

43% of private daycares & preschools in Connecticut are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist). Learn more about how daycare centers and preschools work.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 233
# Students Served: 36,081

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 233
# Students Served: 36,081

Connecticut Private Daycares & Preschools Trends

233

Private Schools

36,081

Students

$18,258

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

30%

Students of Color

10:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private daycares & preschools in Connecticut?

The private daycares & preschools in Connecticut include Easton Country Day School, Greenwich Academy, and Brunswick School.

How many private daycares & preschools are located in Connecticut?

233 private daycares & preschools are located in Connecticut.

How much do private daycares & preschools cost in Connecticut?

The average tuition cost is $18,258, which is lower than the Connecticut private school average tuition cost of $29,228.

How diverse are private daycares & preschools in Connecticut?

Connecticut private daycares & preschools are approximately 30% minority students, which is lower than the Connecticut private school average of 33%.

What percentage of private daycares & preschools are religiously affiliated in Connecticut?

43% of private daycares & preschools in Connecticut are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).

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