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Best Vermont Private Daycares & Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 50 private daycares & preschools serving 4,671 students in Vermont.

The private daycares & preschools in Vermont include Christ The King School, St. Francis Xavier School, and St. Michael Catholic School.

The average tuition cost is $13,434, which is lower than the Vermont average tuition cost of $23,109.

36% of private daycares & preschools in Vermont are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian). Learn more about how daycare centers and preschools work.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 50
# Students Served: 4,671

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 50
# Students Served: 4,671

Vermont Private Daycares & Preschools Trends

Private Schools

4,671

Students

$13,434

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

11%

Students of Color

10:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private daycares & preschools in Vermont?

The private daycares & preschools in Vermont include Christ The King School, St. Francis Xavier School, and St. Michael Catholic School.

How many private daycares & preschools are located in Vermont?

50 private daycares & preschools are located in Vermont.

How much do private daycares & preschools cost in Vermont?

The average tuition cost is $13,434, which is lower than the Vermont private school average tuition cost of $23,109.

How diverse are private daycares & preschools in Vermont?

Vermont private daycares & preschools are approximately 11% minority students, which is lower than the Vermont private school average of 12%.

What percentage of private daycares & preschools are religiously affiliated in Vermont?

36% of private daycares & preschools in Vermont are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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