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Virginia Academy Photo - Virginia Academy, a ministry of Community Church, is located in the heart of Loudoun County on Route 7. Our 100,000 square foot facility houses 32 classrooms including two science labs, a digital resource lab, as well as an 800 seat main auditorium, 4 multipurpose multi-media activity rooms, cafeteria, and administrative offices.
Virginia Academy

Virginia Private Preschools Offering the Most Extra-Curriculars

The average private preschool in Virginia offers 8 extracurriculars (2025-26).
The private preschool in Virginia offering the most extracurriculars is The Nysmith School, offering 70 extracurriculars.
Extra Offered Range: 12 70 Avg. Extra Offered: 20

Virginia Private Preschools Offering the Most Extra-Curriculars (2025-26)

School
# Extra-curriculars
Grades
Location
Rank: #11.
The Nysmith School
The Nysmith School Photo - 1:9 teacher/ student ratio allows teachers to help every child succeed. At The Nysmith School, students receive 45 minutes of hands-on science instruction every day.
Special Program Emphasis
(18)
Extra-curriculars: 70
Grades: PK-8
13625 EDS Drive
Herndon, VA 20171
(703) 713-3332
Rank: #22.
Nansemond-Suffolk Academy
Nansemond-Suffolk Academy Photo
Extra-curriculars: 46
Grades: PK-12
3373 Pruden Blvd
Suffolk, VA 23434
(757) 539-8789
Rank: #33.
Hampton Roads Academy
Hampton Roads Academy Photo
Extra-curriculars: 45
Grades: PK-12
739 Academy Lane
Newport News, VA 23602
(757) 884-9100
Rank: #44.
BASIS Independent McLean
BASIS Independent McLean Photo - Students donned their House T-shirts for our first house event, cheering as new members joined Earth, Air, Fire, and Water. Get ready for an EPIC year of friendly rivalry!
(5)
Extra-curriculars: 34
Grades: PK-12
8000 Jones Branch Drive
Mc Lean, VA 22102
(571) 672-4710
Rank: #55.
Norfolk Collegiate School
Norfolk Collegiate School Photo - Middle school students use the green room to film a short video for class. The room is equipped with movie editing software, iPads and more for students to utilize.
(5)
Extra-curriculars: 31
Grades: PK-12
7336 Granby St
Norfolk, VA 23505
(757) 480-2885
Rank: #66.
Fairfax Christian School
Fairfax Christian School Photo - Fairfax Christian School lower school students benefit from exceptional teachers, and advanced curriculum.
(Christian)
(11)
Extra-curriculars: 30
Grades: PK-12
22870 Pacific Boulevard
Sterling, VA 20166
(703) 759-5100
Rank: #77.
St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School
St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School Photo - As a college preparatory Episcopal Church School in Alexandria, Virginia, that educates students from ages 3 through grade 12, we foster a close-knit community where every student belongs, grows, and thrives.
(Episcopal)
Extra-curriculars: 26
Grades: NS-12
1000 St. Stephens Road
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 212-2705
Rank: #88.
Blue Ridge Christian School
Blue Ridge Christian School Photo - Learn more about this award winning school!
(Christian)
(2)
Extra-curriculars: 25
Grades: PK-12
100 Dinkel Ave
Bridgewater, VA 22812
(540) 828-2233
Rank: #99.
Pinnacle Academy
Pinnacle Academy Photo - Pinnacle Academy STEM Night has been a well celebrated event for years. Students and staff work together and recognize the STEM in our everyday lives via various fun and educational activities.
(23)
Extra-curriculars: 20
Grades: NS-12
14120 Newbrook Drive
Chantilly, VA 20151
(703) 537-0355
Rank: #1010.
Westminster School
Westminster School Photo - Grizzy makes an appearance at our annual Pep Rally, exciting his many fans in the crowd!
(13)
Extra-curriculars: 19
Grades: NS-8
3819 Gallows Road
Annandale, VA 22003
(703) 256-3620
Rank: #11 - 1211. - 12.
Virginia Academy
Virginia Academy Photo - Virginia Academy, a ministry of Community Church, is located in the heart of Loudoun County on Route 7. Our 100,000 square foot facility houses 32 classrooms including two science labs, a digital resource lab, as well as an 800 seat main auditorium, 4 multipurpose multi-media activity rooms, cafeteria, and administrative offices.
(Christian)
(2)
Extra-curriculars: 18
Grades: PK-12
19790 Ashburn Rd
Ashburn, VA 20147
(571) 209-5500
Rank: #11 - 1211. - 12.
Wakefield County Day School
Wakefield County Day School Photo - WCDS's 50+ year history blends academic excellence with time-honored traditions. Seen here, the Lower School grades do their part in singing the Twelve Days of Christmas one of several beloved Assembly traditions among the Lord of the Dance, Planets of the Sun, Alligator Stomp, and more.
(5)
Extra-curriculars: 18
Grades: PK-12
1059 Zachary Taylor Hwy
Flint Hill, VA 22627
(540) 635-8555
Rank: #13 - 1513. - 15.
Carlisle School
Carlisle School Photo - Carlisle was named among the top 4,000 STEM schools in the nation and #125 in Virginia by Newsweek.
(2)
Extra-curriculars: 17
Grades: PK-12
300 Carlisle Rd
Axton, VA 24054
(276) 632-7288
Rank: #13 - 1513. - 15.
Hampton Christian Academy
(Christian)
Extra-curriculars: 17
Grades: PK-12
2419 N Armistead Ave
Hampton, VA 23666
(757) 838-7427
Rank: #13 - 1513. - 15.
Roanoke Catholic School
Roanoke Catholic School Photo - Our Early Childhood Program (ages 3-5) is dedicated to the physical, social, and emotional development of the young child in a nurturing Christian environment. Each school day is planned with age-appropriate activities to enhance socialization skills, personal independence, and physical development in a comfortable, happy, play-oriented setting. Indoor and outdoor play are part of each day.
(Catholic)
Extra-curriculars: 17
Grades: PK-12
621 N. Jefferson St
Roanoke, VA 24016
(540) 982-3532
Rank: #1616.
Fredericksburg Academy
Fredericksburg Academy Photo - Fredericksburg Academy students are scholars, athletes, artists, and leaders. Our curriculum is designed to build both knowledge and goodness.
(12)
Extra-curriculars: 16
Grades: PK-12
10800 Academy Drive
Fredericksburg, VA 22408
(540) 898-0020
Rank: #17 - 2217. - 22.
All Saints Catholic School
All Saints Catholic School Photo - STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) opportunities are available at all grade levels from Lego More to Math, Simple Machines and WeDo Programs to Google Chromebooks, Google Classroom, VEX Programming and Robotics Club.
(Catholic)
(2)
Extra-curriculars: 15
Grades: PK-8
9294 Stonewall Road
Manassas, VA 20110
(703) 368-4400
Rank: #17 - 2217. - 22.
Burgundy Farm Country Day School
Burgundy Farm Country Day School Photo - Our Alexandria campus (pictured) is 26 acres in the heart of Alexandria. The Burgundy Center for Wildlife Studies is located on a 500 acre campus in West Virginia.
Extra-curriculars: 15
Grades: PK-8
3700 Burgundy Road
Alexandria, VA 22303
(703) 329-6968
Rank: #17 - 2217. - 22.
Edlin School
Edlin School Photo
Special Program Emphasis
(3)
Extra-curriculars: 15
Grades: PK-8
10742 Sunset Hills Road
Reston, VA 20190
(703) 438-3990
Rank: #17 - 2217. - 22.
Heritage Christian School
(Baptist)
(2)
Extra-curriculars: 15
Grades: PK-12
14510 Spriggs Rd
Woodbridge, VA 22193
(703) 680-6629
Rank: #17 - 2217. - 22.
North Cross School
North Cross School Photo - North Cross School develops in its students curiosity, a love of learning, and respect for themselves and others. Through a progressive curriculum, our students graduate as global citizens, understanding the diversity our world provides.
Extra-curriculars: 15
Grades: PK-12
4254 Colonial Avenue Sw
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 989-6641
Rank: #17 - 2217. - 22.
Virginia Beach Friends School
Virginia Beach Friends School Photo - Student artwork is displayed at Norfolk International Airport.
(Friends)
Extra-curriculars: 15
Grades: NS-8
1537 Laskin Road
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
(757) 428-7534
Rank: #23 - 2623. - 26.
Blessed Sacrament School & Early Childhood Center
(Catholic)
(1)
Extra-curriculars: 14
Grades: PK-8
1417 W Braddock Rd
Alexandria, VA 22302
(703) 998-4170
Rank: #23 - 2623. - 26.
The Langley School
The Langley School Photo
(3)
Extra-curriculars: 14
Grades: NS-8
1411 Balls Hill Road
Mc Lean, VA 22101
(703) 356-1920
Rank: #23 - 2623. - 26.
Loudoun Country Day School
Loudoun Country Day School Photo - Third grade classes traditionally collect food and provide gift cards for Interfaith Relief as part of their community service projects. Their goal is to collect enough food and gift cards for 100 complete Thanksgiving dinners.
(1)
Extra-curriculars: 14
Grades: PK-8
20600 Red Cedar Drive
Leesburg, VA 20175
(703) 669-2087
Rank: #23 - 2623. - 26.
Saint Patrick Catholic School
Saint Patrick Catholic School Photo
(Catholic)
(2)
Extra-curriculars: 14
Grades: PK-8
1000 Bolling Avenue
Norfolk, VA 23508
(757) 213-0842
Rank: #27 - 3327. - 33.
Chesapeake Academy
Extra-curriculars: 13
Grades: PK-8
107 Steamboat Rd.
Irvington, VA 22480
(804) 438-5575
Rank: #27 - 3327. - 33.
Fresta Valley Christian School
Fresta Valley Christian School Photo - Senior and kindergarten classes of 2019
(Christian)
(5)
Extra-curriculars: 13
Grades: PK-12
6428 Wilson Rd
Marshall, VA 20115
(540) 364-1929
Rank: #27 - 3327. - 33.
Holy Cross Academy
Holy Cross Academy Photo - Call today to schedule your tour!
(Catholic)
(1)
Extra-curriculars: 13
Grades: PK-8
250 Stafford Lakes Pkwy
Fredericksburg, VA 22406
(540) 286-1600
Rank: #27 - 3327. - 33.
Linton Hall School
Linton Hall School Photo - Linton Hall School, Catholic Education in the Benedictine Tradition Preschool -Grade 8 www.lintonhall.edu(703)368-3157
(Catholic)
(1)
Extra-curriculars: 13
Grades: PK-8
9535 Linton Hall Rd
Bristow, VA 20136
(703) 368-3157
Rank: #27 - 3327. - 33.
Our Lady Of Good Counsel Catholic School
Our Lady Of Good Counsel Catholic School Photo - Our Lady of Good Counsel School, Vienna, VA
(Catholic)
(12)
Extra-curriculars: 13
Grades: PK-8
8601 Wolftrap Road
Vienna, VA 22182
(703) 938-3600
Rank: #27 - 3327. - 33.
St. Anthony of Padua School
St. Anthony of Padua School Photo
(Catholic)
(3)
Extra-curriculars: 13
Grades: PK-8
3301 Glen Carlyn Rd
Falls Church, VA 22041
(703) 820-7450
Rank: #27 - 3327. - 33.
Williamsburg Christian Academy
Williamsburg Christian Academy Photo - Learning at WCA is personalized to the way in which God created them. WCA has teachers specially trained to teach to students who learn best in non-traditional ways or who may need accommodations to help them learn best. This includes the incorporation of IEP's into a personalized learning plan (PEP) when required.
(Christian)
(15)
Extra-curriculars: 13
Grades: PK-12
101 School House Lane
Williamsburg, VA 23188
(757) 220-1978
Rank: #34 - 3834. - 38.
Grace Episcopal School
Grace Episcopal School Photo
(Episcopal)
(2)
Extra-curriculars: 12
Grades: NS-5
3601 Russell Road
Alexandria, VA 22305
(703) 549-5067
Rank: #34 - 3834. - 38.
Highland School
(1)
Extra-curriculars: 12
Grades: PK-12
597 Broadview Ave
Warrenton, VA 20186
(540) 878-2700
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