The Oaks Academy Photo - Middle School students pause for a photo in the hallway during passing period.

Best Indiana Private Preschools Belonging to Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 11 private preschools belonging to Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) serving 5,663 students in Indiana. You can also find more schools membership associations in Indiana.
The top ranked private preschools belonging to Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) in Indiana include Oak Farm Montessori School, Sycamore School, and Canterbury School.
The average acceptance rate is 70%, which is lower than the Indiana private preschool average acceptance rate of 87%.
27% of private preschools belonging to Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) in Indiana are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked Private Preschools Belonging to Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) in Indiana (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
International School Of Indiana
International School Of Indiana Photo - A group of students walking in the annual International Parade where the ISI community celebrates the many cultures and backgrounds that make up our community.
Special Program Emphasis
(2)
4330 N Michigan Road
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 923-1951
Gr: NS-12 | 550 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 33 Tuition listed
The Oaks Academy
The Oaks Academy Photo - Pre-Kindergarten students next to the butterfly enclosure as they learn about the spring season and transformation.
(Christian)
2301 N Park Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46205
(317) 610-0880
Gr: PK-8 | 1,102 student Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Richard's Episcopal School
St. Richard's Episcopal School Photo
(Episcopal)
(2)
33 E 33rd Street
Indianapolis, IN 46205
(317) 926-0425
Gr: PK-8 | 382 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Canterbury School
Canterbury School Photo
5601 Covington Road
Fort Wayne, IN 46804
(260) 407-3553
Gr: NS-12 | 895 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
Forest Ridge Academy
(3)
7300 Forest Ridge Drive
Schererville, IN 46375
(219) 756-7300
Gr: PK-8 | 213 students Sports: 4 Acceptance rate listed
Oak Farm Montessori School
Oak Farm Montessori School Photo - Oak Farm Montessori is the ONLY infant through high school dual accredited Montessori School in the United States. In addition, our program boasts a 150+ acre campus; rich with opportunities. We invite you to visit our one of a kind campus to experience for yourself, the vision and values deeply rooted in our school for our students to thrive!
Montessori School
502 Lemper Rd
Avilla, IN 46710
(260) 897-4270
Gr: NS-12 | 422 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 9 Tuition listed
Park Tudor School
Park Tudor School Photo - Travel opportunities for students include trips to France, Spain, Uruguay, China, and cities throughout the U.S.
(1)
7200 N College Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 415-2700
Gr: PK-12 | 922 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 15 Tuition listed
The Stanley Clark School
The Stanley Clark School Photo
(7)
3123 Miami St
South Bend, IN 46614
(574) 291-4200
Gr: PK-8 | 385 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 11
Sycamore School
Sycamore School Photo - Sycamore School in Indianapolis, Indiana
Special Program Emphasis
(4)
1750 W 64th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46260
(317) 202-2500
Gr: PK-8 | 396 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Good Shepherd Montessori School
Montessori School (Catholic)
1101 E Jefferson Blvd
South Bend, IN 46617
(574) 288-0098
Gr: PK-8 | 160 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 2 Tuition listed
The Montessori Academy At Edison Lakes
Montessori School
(6)
530 East Day Road
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 256-5313
Gr: PK-8 | 236 students Sports: 5

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