Ridgefield Academy Photo - At Ridgefield Academy, imaginations flourish and academic excellence takes root. Here, the dreamers of today become the thinkers of tomorrow.

Best Ridgefield Private Preschools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 4 private preschools serving 846 students in Ridgefield, CT.
The top ranked private preschools in Ridgefield, CT include Ridgefield Academy and St. Mary School.
The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the Connecticut private preschool average acceptance rate of 75%.
50% of private preschools in Ridgefield, CT are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Methodist).

Top Ranked Ridgefield Private Preschools (2025)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Ridgefield Academy
Ridgefield Academy Photo - At Ridgefield Academy, imaginations flourish and academic excellence takes root. Here, the dreamers of today become the thinkers of tomorrow.
(11)
223 West Mountain Rd
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-1800
Grades: NS-8
| 448 students
St. Mary School
(Catholic)
183 High Ridge Ave
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 438-7288
Grades: PK-8
| 245 students
Methodist Nursery School
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
207 Main Street
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 438-9204
Grades: PK-K
| 91 students
Ridgefield Montessori School
Montessori School
96 Danbury Rd Ste 12
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 438-4506
Grades: PK-K
| 62 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Ridgefield, Connecticut

Ridgefield, Connecticut Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Maimonides Academy (Closed 2010)
Daycare / Preschool (Jewish)
46 Peaceable Road
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 748-7129
Grades: NS-K
| 20 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools in Ridgefield, CT?
The top ranked private preschools in Ridgefield, CT include Ridgefield Academy and St. Mary School.
How many private preschools are located in Ridgefield?
4 private preschools are located in Ridgefield.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Ridgefield?
50% of private preschools in Ridgefield are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Methodist).

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