ONE Forest School, Inc. Photo - Our Forest Theater is a favorite among students, staff, and parents!

Best Bedford County Private Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private preschools serving 1,005 students in Bedford County, VA.
The top-ranked private preschools in Bedford County, VA include Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy, ONE Forest School, Inc., and Timberlake Christian Schools.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the Virginia private preschool average acceptance rate of 80%.
50% of private preschools in Bedford County, VA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).

Top-Ranked Bedford County Private Preschools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
ONE Forest School, Inc.
ONE Forest School, Inc. Photo - Our Forest Theater is a favorite among students, staff, and parents!
Special Program Emphasis
(6)
4808 smith mountain lake pkwy
Huddleston, VA 24104
(540) 682-6320
Gr: NS-6 | 22 students Tuition listed
Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy
Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy Photo - Girls Basketball photo from day two of our first camp ever.
(Christian)
(1)
1449 Hendricks Store Rd.
Moneta, VA 24121
(540) 296-3292
Gr: PK-12 | 496 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Timberlake Christian Schools
Alternative School (Christian)
202 Horizon Dr
Forest, VA 24551
(434) 237-5943
Gr: PK-12 | 487 students
Forest KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
16780 Forest Road
Forest, VA 24551
(434) 455-0880
Gr: NS-PK Tuition listed
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Bedford County, Virginia

Bedford County Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
729 Blue Ridge Ave
Bedford, VA 24523
(540) 586-6729
Gr: 2-11 | 19 students

Overview

This County (Bedford County)
This State (VA)
# Schools
4 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
1,005 Students
109,319 Students
% Average Students of Color
8%
29%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
40 Teachers
10,002 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
11:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
63%
51%
Average Class Size
17 students
15 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$13,367
$15,108
Average Summer Program Cost
$238
$474
Average % on Financial Aid
37%
27%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,500
$5,742
Average Acceptance Rate
90%
80%

Students by Ethnicity:

0.52
0.63
# American Indian Students
1 Student
314 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
21 Students
4,044 Students
% Asian Students
2%
4%
# Hispanic Students
6 Students
4,265 Students
% Hispanic Students
1%
4%
# Black Students
14 Students
6,953 Students
% Black Students
1%
7%
# White Students
353 Students
50,209 Students
% White Students
36%
48%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
327 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
588 Students
39,163 Students
% of Others Students
60%
37%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
4 extracurriculars
8 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
8 sports
6 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private preschools in Bedford County, VA?
The top-ranked private preschools in Bedford County, VA include Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy, ONE Forest School, Inc., and Timberlake Christian Schools.
How many private preschools are located in Bedford County?
4 private preschools are located in Bedford County.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Bedford County?
50% of private preschools in Bedford County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).

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