Waterside School Photo - During the week of June 18, Waterside School welcomed back rising juniors and seniors for an intensive College Boot Camp. Students from Waterside's class of 2012 and class of 2013 worked all week on college essays, resumes, and interview practice. Guidance counselors and directors of admission shared their expertise on college affordability and the college search, and juniors and seniors.

Top 3 Best Stamford Private Preschools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 8 private preschools serving 1,939 students in Stamford, CT.
The top ranked private preschools in Stamford, CT include King School, Bi-cultural Hebrew Academy, and The Catholic Academy Of Stamford.
The average acceptance rate is 68%, which is lower than the Connecticut private preschool average acceptance rate of 75%.
50% of private preschools in Stamford, CT are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

Top Ranked Stamford Private Preschools (2025)

School
Location
Grades
Students
King School
King School Photo - Grade 1 students participating in STEM activities.
1450 Newfield Ave
Stamford, CT 06905
(203) 322-3496
Grades: PK-12
| 718 students
The Long Ridge School
The Long Ridge School Photo - Micheal G. Harris Arts and Athletics Center
(7)
478 Erskine Road
Stamford, CT 06903
(203) 322-7693
Grades: NS-5
| 94 students
Bi-cultural Hebrew Academy
(Jewish)
(3)
2186 High Ridge Rd
Stamford, CT 06903
(203) 329-2186
Grades: PK-12
| 327 students
The Catholic Academy Of Stamford
(Catholic)
1186 Newfield Ave
Stamford, CT 06905
(203) 322-6505
Grades: PK-8
| 253 students
Waterside School
Waterside School Photo - During the week of June 18, Waterside School welcomed back rising juniors and seniors for an intensive College Boot Camp. Students from Waterside's class of 2012 and class of 2013 worked all week on college essays, resumes, and interview practice. Guidance counselors and directors of admission shared their expertise on college affordability and the college search, and juniors and seniors.
770 Pacific St
Stamford, CT 06902
(203) 975-8579
Grades: PK-5
| 134 students
403 Scofieldtown Rd
Stamford, CT 06903
(203) 489-0977
Grades: PK-6
| 129 students
The Mead School
The Mead School Photo
1095 Riverbank Road
Stamford, CT 06903
(203) 595-9500
Grades: PK-8
| 174 students
Our Lady Of Grace Nursery School & Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool (Catholic)
(1)
635 Glenbrook Road
Stamford, CT 06906
(203) 348-5531
Grades: PK-K
| 110 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Stamford, Connecticut

Stamford, Connecticut Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
1170 Shippan Ave
Stamford, CT 06902
(203) 348-1155
Grades: PK-5
| 125 students
1 Schuyler Avenue
Stamford, CT 06902
(203) 323-4844
Grades: K-8
| 137 students
403 Scofieldtown Rd
Stamford, CT 06903
(203) 966-0786
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
926 Newfield Ave
Stamford, CT 06905
(203) 487-8242
Grades: 9-12
| 335 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools in Stamford, CT?
The top ranked private preschools in Stamford, CT include King School, Bi-cultural Hebrew Academy, and The Catholic Academy Of Stamford.
How many private preschools are located in Stamford?
8 private preschools are located in Stamford.
How diverse are private preschools in Stamford?
Stamford private preschools are approximately 27% minority students, which is lower than the Connecticut private school average of 28%.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Stamford?
50% of private preschools in Stamford are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

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