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Best Thousand Oaks Private Preschools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 7 private preschools serving 1,334 students in Thousand Oaks, CA.
The top ranked private preschools in Thousand Oaks, CA include Bethany Christian School and Hillcrest Christian School.
The average acceptance rate is 88%, which is higher than the California private preschool average acceptance rate of 86%.
71% of private preschools in Thousand Oaks, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA)).

Top Ranked Thousand Oaks Private Preschools (2025)

School
Location
Grades
Students
St. Patricks Episcopal Day School
St. Patricks Episcopal Day School Photo - St. Patrick's Episcopal Day School, a CAIS and WASC-accredited KR-8 school, inspires and equips students to transform the world. We welcome families of all faiths and emphasize academics, leadership, public speaking, and a spiritual foundation to nurture well-rounded, confident, and compassionate students.
(Episcopal)
(6)
1 Church Rd
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
(805) 497-1416
Grades: PK-8
| 160 students
Bethany Christian School
(Christian)
200 Bethany Ct
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
(805) 497-7072
Grades: PK-8
| 311 students
Hillcrest Christian School
Hillcrest Christian School Photo
(Christian)
449 Wilbur Rd.
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
(805) 497-7501
Grades: NS-12
| 405 students
Ascension Lutheran School
Ascension Lutheran School Photo - For 60 years, Ascension Lutheran School has provided academic excellence, deep character development and Christ-centered teachings for over 9,000 families. Our WASC accredited and Nature Explore certified TK-5 and Middle School Academy challenge students to be bold compassionate leaders who inspire and serve others in their community.
(Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
(7)
1600 E Hillcrest Drive
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
(805) 496-2419
Grades: PK-8
| 178 students
Children's Learning Center Montessori
Montessori School
2993 Crescent Way
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
(805) 495-3903
Grades: PK-1
| 20 students
Honey Tree Early Childhood Center
Daycare / Preschool (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
1 W Avenida De Los Arboles
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
(805) 492-1232
Grades: PK-K
| 149 students
Thousand Oaks KinderCare
Thousand Oaks KinderCare Photo - Playground
Daycare / Preschool
(1)
2425 Oak Brook Dr
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
(805) 492-2495
Grades: NS-PK
| 111 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Thousand Oaks, California

Thousand Oaks, California Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
106 West Janss Road
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
(805) 495-6494
Grades: 6-12
| 291 students
101 N Skyline Drive
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
(805) 495-5513
Grades: NS-5
| 143 students
390 Arcturus St
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
(805) 493-1177
Grades: K
| 3 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools in Thousand Oaks, CA?
The top ranked private preschools in Thousand Oaks, CA include Bethany Christian School and Hillcrest Christian School.
How many private preschools are located in Thousand Oaks?
7 private preschools are located in Thousand Oaks.
How diverse are private preschools in Thousand Oaks?
Thousand Oaks private preschools are approximately 15% minority students, which is lower than the California private school average of 49%.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Thousand Oaks?
71% of private preschools in Thousand Oaks are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA)).
Which private preschools in Thousand Oaks are often viewed compared to one another?

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