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Best Kentucky Private Daycares & Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 268 private daycares & preschools serving 50,241 students in Kentucky.

The private daycares & preschools in Kentucky include Bethany Christian School, Good Shepherd Catholic School, and Foundation Christian Academy.

The average tuition cost is $11,082, which is higher than the Kentucky average tuition cost of $10,325.

69% of private daycares & preschools in Kentucky are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian). Learn more about how daycare centers and preschools work.

Quick Facts (2026)

# Private Schools: 268
# Students Served: 50,241

Quick Facts (2026)

# Private Schools: 268
# Students Served: 50,241

Kentucky Private Daycares & Preschools Trends

268

Private Schools

50,241

Students

$11,082

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

14%

Students of Color

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private daycares & preschools in Kentucky?

The private daycares & preschools in Kentucky include Bethany Christian School, Good Shepherd Catholic School, and Foundation Christian Academy.

How many private daycares & preschools are located in Kentucky?

268 private daycares & preschools are located in Kentucky.

How much do private daycares & preschools cost in Kentucky?

The average tuition cost is $11,082, which is higher than the Kentucky private school average tuition cost of $10,325.

How diverse are private daycares & preschools in Kentucky?

Kentucky private daycares & preschools are approximately 14% minority students, which is higher than the Kentucky private school average of 13%.

What percentage of private daycares & preschools are religiously affiliated in Kentucky?

69% of private daycares & preschools in Kentucky are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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