For the 2025 school year, there are 37 private preschools serving 7,118 students in the neighborhood of Northwest Washington, Washington, DC.
The top ranked private preschools in Northwest Washington include Sidwell Friends School, Holy Trinity School, and The River School.
The average tuition cost is $27,837, which is higher than the District Of Columbia private preschool average tuition cost of $26,756.
Top Ranked Northwest Washington Private Preschools (2025)
School
Location
Grades
Students
The River School![The River School Photo - The River School offers an inviting, inclusive space for learning where children (18 months - Grade 5) are inspired to observe, wonder and experiment in a nurturing environment. We provide a strong academic foundation through creative, evidence-based teaching. Children are inspired to love learning, become critical thinkers, solve problems, and engage in meaningful inquiry. We are a caring, connected community. The River School Photo - The River School offers an inviting, inclusive space for learning where children (18 months - Grade 5) are inspired to observe, wonder and experiment in a nurturing environment. We provide a strong academic foundation through creative, evidence-based teaching. Children are inspired to love learning, become critical thinkers, solve problems, and engage in meaningful inquiry. We are a caring, connected community.]()

Alternative School
4880 Macarthur Blvd NW
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 337-3554
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 337-3554
Grades: NS-5
| 223 students
4380 Macarthur Blvd NW, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 338-1557
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 338-1557
Grades: NS-PK
| 25 students
National Presbyterian School![National Presbyterian School Photo - National Presbyterian School is located in Northwest, DC, near the Tenleytown Metro stop and shares a 12 acre campus with National Presbyterian Church. National Presbyterian School Photo - National Presbyterian School is located in Northwest, DC, near the Tenleytown Metro stop and shares a 12 acre campus with National Presbyterian Church.]()

(Presbyterian)
4121 Nebraska Ave Nw
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 537-7569
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 537-7569
Grades: NS-6
| 306 students
3500 Woodley Road NW
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 537-6485
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 537-6485
Grades: PK-3
| 374 students
2001 Wisconsin Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 280-6780
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 280-6780
Grades: PK-12
| 616 students
4200 Davenport Street, NW
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 274-3200
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 274-3200
Grades: PK-12
| 1,050 students
1325 36th St NW
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 337-2339
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 337-2339
Grades: PK-8
| 326 students
Howard University Early Learning Program
Daycare / Preschool
531 College St Nw
Washington, DC 20059
(202) 806-7102
Washington, DC 20059
(202) 806-7102
Grades: NS-K
| 52 students
St. Augustine Catholic School![St. Augustine Catholic School Photo - Elementary student St. Augustine Catholic School Photo - Elementary student]()

(Catholic)
1421 V Street N.W.
Washington, DC 20009
(202) 667-2608
Washington, DC 20009
(202) 667-2608
Grades: PK-8
| 169 students
Sidwell Friends School
(Friends)
3825 Wisconsin Ave NW
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 537-8100
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 537-8100
Grades: PK-12
| 1,142 students
Washington International School![Washington International School Photo - The Primary School outdoor play area includes a field used for a variety of activities. Washington International School Photo - The Primary School outdoor play area includes a field used for a variety of activities.]()

Special Program Emphasis
3100 Macomb Street NW
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 243-1800
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 243-1800
Grades: NS-12
| 890 students
Academia De La Recta Porta Icds
(Christian)
7614 Georgia Ave Nw
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 726-8737
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 726-8737
Grades: PK-12
| 47 students
Aidan Montessori School![Aidan Montessori School Photo - Our outdoor learning environment. Aidan Montessori School Photo - Our outdoor learning environment.]()

Montessori School
2700 27th Street, Nw
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 387-2700
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 387-2700
Grades: NS-6
| 154 students
3810 Massachusetts Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 460-9076
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 460-9076
Grades: PK-8
| 123 students
Auguste Montessori![Auguste Montessori Photo Auguste Montessori Photo]()

Montessori School
3600 Ellicott Street NW
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 237-1788
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 237-1788
Grades: PK-K
| 17 students
BIDKids Child Development Center
Daycare / Preschool
1300 New York Ave NW
Washington, DC 20577
(202) 623-3600
Washington, DC 20577
(202) 623-3600
Grades: NS-PK
| n/a students
6119 Georgia Ave Nw
Washington, DC 20011
(202) 829-1901
Washington, DC 20011
(202) 829-1901
Grades: PK-8
| 160 students
Broad Branch Children's House
Montessori School
5608 Broad Branch Rd Nw
Washington, DC 20015
(202) 232-2233
Washington, DC 20015
(202) 232-2233
Grades: PK-K
| 45 students
Child Development Center at the Dept. of Labor
Daycare / Preschool
200 Constitution Ave NW #1450
Washington, DC 20210
(202) 693-7979
Washington, DC 20210
(202) 693-7979
Grades: NS-PK
| n/a students
The Children's House Of Washington
Montessori School
3133 Dumbarton St Nw
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 342-2551
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 342-2551
Grades: PK-K
| 24 students
Diplotots Too
Daycare / Preschool
600 19th St NW SA-17 FL2
Washington, DC 20522
(202) 485-6004
Washington, DC 20522
(202) 485-6004
Grades: NS-PK
| n/a students
Franklin Montessori School![Franklin Montessori School Photo - Friends enjoying the woods Franklin Montessori School Photo - Friends enjoying the woods]()

Montessori School
4473 Connecticut Ave Nw
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 966-7747
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 966-7747
Grades: PK-1
| 127 students
The French Maternal School
Special Program Emphasis
3115 P St Nw
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 276-0465
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 276-0465
Grades: PK-K
| 51 students
1041 Wisconsin Ave Nw
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 337-8058
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 337-8058
Grades: NS-1
| 32 students
Immaculate Conception School
(Catholic)
711 N Street Nw
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 234-1093
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 234-1093
Grades: PK-7
| 168 students
Just Us Kids
Daycare / Preschool
625 Indiana Ave Nw
Washington, DC 20004
(202) 353-3300
Washington, DC 20004
(202) 353-3300
Grades: PK-K
| 75 students
3029 16th Street Nw
Washington, DC 20009
(202) 667-6803
Washington, DC 20009
(202) 667-6803
Grades: PK-K
| 20 students
4755 Whitehaven Pkwy Nw
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 337-1421
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 337-1421
Grades: PK-8
| 213 students
Penn Quarter KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
401 9th St NW
Washington, DC 20004
(202) 637-3269
Washington, DC 20004
(202) 637-3269
Grades: NS-PK
| n/a students
Rock Creek International School
Daycare / Preschool
1550 Foxhall Rd Nw
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 965-8700
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 965-8700
Grades: NS-8
| 209 students
6222 N Capitol St Nw
Washington, DC 20011
(202) 882-5155
Washington, DC 20011
(202) 882-5155
Grades: PK-8
| 41 students
Sacred Heart School
(Catholic)
1625 Park Rd Nw
Washington, DC 20010
(202) 265-4828
Washington, DC 20010
(202) 265-4828
Grades: PK-8
| 211 students
St. Johns Community Services
Special Education School
5151 Wisconson Ave Nw Suite 400
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 274-3461
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 274-3461
Grades: NS
| 45 students
St. Patrick's Episcopal Day School![St. Patrick's Episcopal Day School Photo St. Patrick's Episcopal Day School Photo]()

(Episcopal)
4700 Whitehaven Pkwy NW
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 342-2805
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 342-2805
Grades: NS-8
| n/a students
Smithsonian Early Enrichment Center
Daycare / Preschool
Nmnh 10th & Constitution Ave Nw Rm. Ce-g50
Washington, DC 20560
(202) 633-1399
Washington, DC 20560
(202) 633-1399
Grades: PK-K
| 163 students
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private preschools in the neighborhood of Northwest Washington, Washington, DC?
The top ranked private preschools in the neighborhood of Northwest Washington, Washington, DC include Sidwell Friends School, Holy Trinity School, and The River School.
How many private preschools are located in the neighborhood of Northwest Washington, Washington?
37 private preschools are located in the neighborhood of Northwest Washington, Washington.
How much do private preschools cost in the neighborhood of Northwest Washington, Washington?
The average tuition cost is $27,837, which is higher than the District Of Columbia private school average tuition cost of $26,756.
How diverse are private preschools in the neighborhood of Northwest Washington, Washington?
the neighborhood of Northwest Washington, Washington private preschools are approximately 40% minority students, which is lower than the District Of Columbia private school average of 48%.
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