Top 3 Best Boston Private Preschools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 15 private preschools serving 1,562 students in Boston, MA.
The top ranked private preschools in Boston, MA include Kingsley Montessori School, St. John School and The Croft School - South End.
The average acceptance rate is 93%, which is higher than the Massachusetts private preschool average acceptance rate of 84%.
27% of private preschools in Boston, MA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked Boston Private Preschools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Kingsley Montessori School
Kingsley Montessori School Photo - Elementary students exploring a geography work. A key component of the Kingsley mission is raising empathetic global citizens-students who care deeply for the world and work together to improve it.
Montessori School
(2)
26 Exeter Street
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 226-4927
Grades: NS-6
| 300 students
The Advent School
The Advent School Photo - Students integrate art, science, and Spanish in the Atelier.
15 Brimmer Street
Boston, MA 02108
(617) 742-0520
Grades: NS-6
| 200 students
1525 Washington St
Boston, MA 02118
(857) 990-6525
Grades: NS-1
| 69 students
St. John School
(Catholic)
9 Moon St
Boston, MA 02113
(617) 227-3143
Grades: PK-8
| 290 students
Beacon Hill Nursery School
Daycare / Preschool
74 Joy St
Boston, MA 02114
(617) 227-0822
Grades: PK-K
| 105 students
Boston Children's School
Boston Children's School Photo
Daycare / Preschool
(1)
8 Whittier Place
Boston, MA 02114
(617) 367-6239
Grades: PK-3
| 31 students
Cooper Community Child Development Center
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
1891 Washington St
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 445-1813
Grades: K
| 16 students
Frances Jacobson Early Childhood Center
Frances Jacobson Early Childhood Center Photo
Daycare / Preschool (Jewish)
477 Longwood Ave
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 739-6455
Grades: NS-K
| 80 students
John Winthrop School
Daycare / Preschool
66 Marlborough St
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 267-7159
Grades: NS-PK
| 54 students
Mercantile KinderCare
Mercantile KinderCare Photo - Building
Daycare / Preschool
117 Atlantic Ave.
Boston, MA 02110
(617) 248-9775
Grades: NS-PK
| students
Park Street School
Park Street School Photo - Toddler friends learn about habitats with an ant farm. Exploring and learning are are a fun part of our day. This foundation in science will be built upon over multiple years creating important background knowledge necessary for future learning.
(Christian)
(10)
67 Brimmer St
Boston, MA 02108
(617) 523-7577
Grades: NS-6
| 228 students
School Street KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
44 School St
Boston, MA 02108
(617) 227-0554
Grades: NS-PK
| students
Seaport KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
130 Autumn Lane
Boston, MA 02210
(617) 345-5453
Grades: NS-PK
| students
Torit Montessori School
Torit Montessori School Photo - Torit Montessori Preschool Math Concepts
Montessori School
(2)
300 Cambridge Street
Boston, MA 02114
(857) 350-4840
Grades: NS-6
| 125 students
Transportation Children's Center
Daycare / Preschool
10 Park Plaza Room 3330
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 973-8200
Grades: NS
| 64 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools in Boston, MA?
The top ranked private preschools in Boston, MA include Kingsley Montessori School, St. John School and The Croft School - South End.
How many private preschools are located in Boston, MA?
15 private preschools are located in Boston, MA.
How diverse are private preschools in Boston, MA?
Boston, MA private preschools are approximately 30% minority students, which is lower than the Massachusetts private school average of 32%.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Boston, MA?
27% of private preschools in Boston, MA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Recent Articles

Montessori Schools
Montessori Schools
Montessori schools are popular world-wide with parents of children in the primary grades.
How To Find A Summer Program
How To Find A Summer Program
Sending your children to a summer program or camp keeps them active in fun-filled settings. We explore your options.
Leadership, Legacy, and Learning: Pillars of Top Schools
Leadership, Legacy, and Learning: Pillars of Top Schools
We explore the key elements contributing to the success of leading private schools, highlighting the importance of strong leadership, a rich legacy, and a focus on comprehensive learning experiences.