Gwynedd-mercy Academy Elementary School Photo - Gwynedd-Mercy Academy has kept pace with developing technology by equipping our classrooms, library and computer lab with interactive whiteboards, wireless Internet and Microsoft Surface tablets, iPads and computer work stations. Technology is integrated across the curriculum and classroom devices are available for all students, enhancing individualized instruction.

Best Ambler Private Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 private preschools serving 1,253 students in Ambler, PA.
The average acceptance rate is 10%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania private preschool average acceptance rate of 81%.
50% of private preschools in Ambler, PA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

Top-Ranked Ambler Private Preschools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Beth Or Preschool Kindergarten
Alternative School (Jewish)
239 E. Welsh Road
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 646-8869
Gr: PK-K | 139 students
Gwynedd-mercy Academy Elementary School
Gwynedd-mercy Academy Elementary School Photo - Gwynedd-Mercy Academy has kept pace with developing technology by equipping our classrooms, library and computer lab with interactive whiteboards, wireless Internet and Microsoft Surface tablets, iPads and computer work stations. Technology is integrated across the curriculum and classroom devices are available for all students, enhancing individualized instruction.
(Catholic)
(5)
816 Norristown Rd
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 646-4916
Gr: PK-8 | 370 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
29 Conwell Dr
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 646-0150
Gr: PK-8 | 450 students Tuition listed
1632 E Butler Pike
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 646-2665
Gr: PK-2 | 200 students
Malvern School
Daycare / Preschool
101 Lower State Rd
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 918-0200
Gr: PK-K | 37 students
Spring House Early Learning Inc
Daycare / Preschool
809 N Bethlehem Pike Bldg D
Ambler, PA 19002
(267) 419-8277
Gr: PK-K | 57 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Ambler, Pennsylvania

Ambler, Pennsylvania Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
260 Forest Ave
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 646-6150
Gr: PK-8 | 187 students

Overview

This Town (Ambler)
This State (PA)
# Schools
6 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
1,253 Students
176,580 Students
% Average Students of Color
19%
25%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
96 Teachers
13,952 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
62%
49%
Average Class Size
16 students
15 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$10,315
$12,767
Average % on Financial Aid
22%
40%
Average Acceptance Rate
10%
81%
Average Endowment Size
$50 million
$54.23 million

Students by Ethnicity:

0.57
0.62
# American Indian Students
n/a
216 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
43 Students
5,463 Students
% Asian Students
3%
3%
# Hispanic Students
40 Students
7,167 Students
% Hispanic Students
3%
4%
# Black Students
59 Students
14,743 Students
% Black Students
5%
9%
# White Students
722 Students
90,413 Students
% White Students
58%
52%
# Hawaiian Students
2 Students
159 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
387 Students
56,474 Students
% of Others Students
31%
32%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
4 extracurriculars
10 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
11 sports
6 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private preschools in Ambler, PA?
How many private preschools are located in Ambler?
6 private preschools are located in Ambler.
How diverse are private preschools in Ambler?
Ambler private preschools are approximately 19% minority students, which is lower than the Pennsylvania private school average of 25%.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Ambler?
50% of private preschools in Ambler are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).
Which private preschools in Ambler are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private preschools in Ambler include: Our Lady Of Mercy Regional Catholic School vs. Gwynedd-mercy Academy Elementary School

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