For the 2026 school year, there are 6 private preschools serving 619 students in Grayslake, IL.
The top-ranked private preschools in Grayslake, IL include The Goddard School Third Lake and St. Gilbert Elementary School.
Top-Ranked Grayslake Private Preschools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
The Goddard School Third Lake![The Goddard School Third Lake Photo The Goddard School Third Lake Photo]()

Daycare / Preschool
34638 North Highway 45
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 543-9075
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 543-9075
Gr: PK-K | 266 students
St. Gilbert Elementary School![St. Gilbert Elementary School Photo St. Gilbert Elementary School Photo]()

(Catholic)
231 E Belvidere Rd
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 223-8600
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 223-8600
Gr: PK-8 | 321 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 13
Center Street KinderCare![Center Street KinderCare Photo - Our curriculum provides children under the age of 2 the support they need to learn and grow in a safe, nuturing environment Center Street KinderCare Photo - Our curriculum provides children under the age of 2 the support they need to learn and grow in a safe, nuturing environment]()

Daycare / Preschool
130 South Atkinson Rd.
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 223-9188
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 223-9188
Gr: NS-PK
Peppermint Stick Preschool & Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
40 S Whitney St
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 223-0611
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 223-0611
Gr: PK-K | 32 students
Westlake Christian Academy
(Christian)
275 S Lake St
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 548-6209
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 548-6209
Gr: PK-12 Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
Grayslake, Illinois Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Montessori School Of Lake Forest Adolescent Program (Closed 2019)
Montessori School
32470 Harris Rd
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 543-0002
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 543-0002
Gr: 7-9 | 17 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private preschools in Grayslake, IL?
The top-ranked private preschools in Grayslake, IL include The Goddard School Third Lake and St. Gilbert Elementary School.
How many private preschools are located in Grayslake?
6 private preschools are located in Grayslake.
How diverse are private preschools in Grayslake?
Grayslake private preschools are approximately 21% minority students, which is lower than the Illinois private school average of 33%.
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