For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private preschools serving 654 students in 02871, RI.
The top ranked private preschools in 02871, RI include St Philomena School of the Sacred Heart and The Pennfield School.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the Rhode Island private preschool average acceptance rate of 77%.
33% of private preschools in 02871, RI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top Ranked 02871 Rhode Island Private Preschools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
110 Sandy Point Ave Litle Slocum Farm
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 849-4646
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 849-4646
Gr: NS-8 | 197 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
324 Cory's Lane
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 683-0268
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 683-0268
Gr: NS-8 | 452 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition listed
Beginnings-the Children's School
Montessori School
1985 East Main Road
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 683-5850
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 683-5850
Gr: K | 5 students Tuition listed
02871, Rhode Island Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Sea Rose Montessori Co-op (Closed 2025)
Montessori School
324 E Main Road- St.marys Church
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(617) 697-6563
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(617) 697-6563
Gr: PK-3 | 35 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private preschools in 02871, RI?
The top ranked private preschools in 02871, RI include St Philomena School of the Sacred Heart and The Pennfield School.
How many private preschools are located in 02871?
3 private preschools are located in 02871.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in 02871?
33% of private preschools in 02871 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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