Andover School Of Montessori Photo - Children's House Sensorial work: Color Tablets

Best Andover Private Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 private preschools serving 1,349 students in Andover, MA.
The top-ranked private preschools in Andover, MA include The Pike School and St. Augustine Elementary School.
The average acceptance rate is 62%, which is lower than the Massachusetts private preschool average acceptance rate of 81%.
14% of private preschools in Andover, MA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Top-Ranked Andover Private Preschools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
The Pike School
The Pike School Photo
(1)
34 Sunset Rock Road
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 475-1197
Gr: PK-9 | 400 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
St. Augustine Elementary School
Alternative School (Catholic)
26 Central Street
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 475-2414
Gr: PK-8 | 420 students
Andover School Of Montessori
Andover School Of Montessori Photo - Lower Elementary math work
Montessori School
(1)
400 S Main St
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 475-2299
Gr: PK-8 | 124 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Kathy Herward Child Care Center
Daycare / Preschool
310 Lowell St Stop 237
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 783-8560
Gr: PK-K | 41 students
Next Generation Childrens Center
Next Generation Childrens Center Photo - Welcome to our Andover Center! Our state-of-the-art school features spacious classrooms, indoor play spaces and large playground areas – including a covered outdoor area for when the weather is inclement. A full commercial kitchen serves breakfast, lunch and three healthy snacks daily and we also accommodate children with allergy and dietary restrictions. These are just some of the amenities that our children (and Teachers) enjoy and parents appreciate! Our caring and EEC certified Teachers work closely with their Program Managers and Directors to develop challenging curriculum for each classroom while helping children develop a love of learning! Come take a tour and see why NGCC of Andover is a wonderful place for your child to learn and grow!
Daycare / Preschool
516 S Main Street
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 475-8010
Gr: NS-K | 200 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
Shed Childrens Campus
Daycare / Preschool
65 Phillips St
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 684-5050
Gr: PK-K | 125 students
South Main KinderCare
South Main KinderCare Photo - South Main KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
511 S Main St.
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 470-3122
Gr: NS-PK

Overview

This Town (Andover)
This State (MA)
# Schools
7 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
1,349 Students
77,561 Students
% Average Students of Color
33%
33%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
164 Teachers
7,828 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
69%
63%
Average Class Size
12 students
15 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$26,307
$17,004
Average Summer Program Cost
$500
$684
Average % on Financial Aid
14%
30%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$19,500
$7,588
Average Acceptance Rate
62%
81%
Average Endowment Size
$11 million
$28.43 million

Students by Ethnicity:

0.65
0.65
# American Indian Students
n/a
74 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
114 Students
3,267 Students
% Asian Students
9%
4%
# Hispanic Students
79 Students
4,197 Students
% Hispanic Students
6%
6%
# Black Students
46 Students
5,008 Students
% Black Students
3%
7%
# White Students
597 Students
33,858 Students
% White Students
44%
45%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
56 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
513 Students
28,808 Students
% of Others Students
38%
38%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
8 extracurriculars
9 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
8 sports
6 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private preschools in Andover, MA?
The top-ranked private preschools in Andover, MA include The Pike School and St. Augustine Elementary School.
How many private preschools are located in Andover?
7 private preschools are located in Andover.
How diverse are private preschools in Andover?
Andover private preschools are approximately 33% minority students, which is same as the Massachusetts private school average of 33%.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Andover?
14% of private preschools in Andover are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Which private preschools in Andover are often viewed compared to one another?

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