For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 private preschools serving 1,039 students in Hamden, CT.
The top ranked private preschools in Hamden, CT include St. Rita School and Hamden Hall Country Day School.
75% of private preschools in Hamden, CT are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Seventh Day Adventist).
Top Ranked Hamden Private Preschools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1108 Whitney Ave
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 752-2610
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 752-2610
Gr: NS-12 | 650 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 21 | Extracurrculars: 45 Tuition listed
St. Rita School![St. Rita School Photo - Inspiring children to achieve academic excellence in a safe, nurturing, andfaith-filled environment St. Rita School Photo - Inspiring children to achieve academic excellence in a safe, nurturing, andfaith-filled environment]()

(Catholic)
1601 Whitney Ave
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 248-3114
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 248-3114
Gr: PK-8 | 348 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 5
Laurel Oaks Adventist School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
14 W Shepard Avenue
Hamden, CT 06514
(203) 248-3251
Hamden, CT 06514
(203) 248-3251
Gr: PK-8 | 41 students Tuition listed
Hamden, Connecticut Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lorraine D Foster Day School (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
1861 Whitney Ave
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 230-4877
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 230-4877
Gr: 6-12 | 15 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private preschools in Hamden, CT?
The top ranked private preschools in Hamden, CT include St. Rita School and Hamden Hall Country Day School.
How many private preschools are located in Hamden?
4 private preschools are located in Hamden.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Hamden?
75% of private preschools in Hamden are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Seventh Day Adventist).
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