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New York Private Preschools By Tuition Cost

The average private preschool tuition in New York is $19,028 per year (2026).

The private preschool with the lowest tuition is Little Lotus Academy, with a tuition of $1,100.

Quick Facts (2026)

# NY Schools Ranked: 392
Top 20 Range (Tuition): $1,100–$3,300
NY School Avg.: $19,044
National School Avg.: $11,229

Quick Facts (2026)

# NY Schools Ranked: 392
Top 20 Range (Tuition): $1,100–$3,300
NY School Avg.: $19,044
National School Avg.: $11,229

New York Average Tuition Cost (Trends)

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Year	New York (NY) avg
2025	$19,234
2024	$16,907
2023	$16,304
2022	$15,531
2021	$14,779
2020	$14,567
2019	$14,251
2018	$14,003
2017	$12,514
2016	$11,046
2015	$10,566

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Tuition Cost Range: $1,100 $3,850 Avg. Tuition Cost: $3,026

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the New York average private preschools tuition?

The New York average private preschools tuition is $22,435 for 2026.

What are the private preschools with the lowest tuition cost in New York?

The top ranked private preschools in New York include Little Lotus Academy, Seed Day Care Center (The) and Abc Preschool & Kindergarten Center.

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