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Delaware Private Preschools Belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 12 private preschools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) serving 1,077 students in Delaware. You can also find more schools membership associations in Delaware.
The top ranked private preschools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in Delaware include University of Delaware Lab School and St. John The Beloved Catholic School.
33% of private preschools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in Delaware are religiously affiliated (most commonly Methodist and Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 12

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 12

Top Ranked Private Preschools Belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in Delaware (2026-27)

St. John The Beloved Catholic School Photo
St. John The Beloved Catholic School
Gr: NS-8 | 528 students
Avg. class size: 28 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 14
Catholic
905 Milltown Rd
Wilmington, DE 19808
(302) 998-5525
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University of Delaware Lab School Photo
University of Delaware Lab School
Gr: NS-K
Daycare / Preschool
459 Wyoming Rd
Newark, DE 19716
(302) 831-2304
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Map of Astra Zeneca Child Development Center
Astra Zeneca Child Development Center
Gr: PK-K | 55 students
Daycare / Preschool
1920 Rockland Rd
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 651-4666
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Map of Bank Of America Child Developmental Center Wilmington
Bank Of America Child Developmental Center Wilmington
Gr: PK-K | 32 students
Daycare / Preschool
1000 N French St
Wilmington, DE 19801
(302) 432-3660
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Map of Cornerstone Early Education & Youth Center
Cornerstone Early Education & Youth Center
Gr: NS | 92 students
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
3135 Summit Bridge Rd
Bear, DE 19701
(302) 836-6445
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Map of Developing Minds Preschool And Learning Center
Developing Minds Preschool And Learning Center
Gr: PK-K | 49 students
Daycare / Preschool
2106 Saint James Church Rd
Wilmington, DE 19808
(302) 593-1503
(1)
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Map of Educational Enrichment Center
Educational Enrichment Center
Gr: PK-K | 44 students
Daycare / Preschool
730 Halstead Rd
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 478-8697
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The Goddard School Photo
The Goddard School
Gr: NS-K
Daycare / Preschool
157 Lantana Drive
Hockessin, DE 19707
(302) 235-0445
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The Goddard School Photo
The Goddard School
Gr: NS-K
Avg. class size: 10 students
Daycare / Preschool
111 S. West Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
(302) 651-7995
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Map of Newark Day Nursery & Children Center
Newark Day Nursery & Children Center
Gr: PK-K | 97 students
Daycare / Preschool
921 Barksdale Rd
Newark, DE 19711
(302) 731-4925
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Map of St. Paul's Lutheran School
St. Paul's Lutheran School
Gr: NS-PK | 52 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 1
Daycare / Preschool (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
701 S College Ave
Newark, DE 19713
(302) 368-0064
(2)
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Map of Wesley Preschool
Wesley Preschool
Gr: NS-PK | 128 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
209 S State St
Dover, DE 19901
(302) 678-8987
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in Delaware?
The top ranked private preschools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in Delaware include University of Delaware Lab School and St. John The Beloved Catholic School.
How many private preschools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) are located in Delaware?
12 private preschools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) are located in Delaware.
How diverse are private preschools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in Delaware?
Delaware private preschools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) are approximately 21% minority students, which is lower than the Delaware private school average of 30%.
What percentage of private preschools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) are religiously affiliated in Delaware?
33% of private preschools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in Delaware are religiously affiliated (most commonly Methodist and Catholic).
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Private Schools
1,077
Students
$11,098
Avg. Tuition
21%
Students of Color
16:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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