For the 2024-25 school year, there are 30 nonsectarian private preschools in District Of Columbia. You can also find more religiously affiliated schools in District Of Columbia.
The top ranked nonsectarian private preschools in District Of Columbia include The River School, British International School of Washington, and Georgetown Day School.
Top Ranked Nonsectarian Private Preschools in District Of Columbia (2024-25)
School
Location
Grades
Students
The River School![The River School Photo - The River School offers an inviting, inclusive space for learning where children (18 months - Grade 5) are inspired to observe, wonder and experiment in a nurturing environment. We provide a strong academic foundation through creative, evidence-based teaching. Children are inspired to love learning, become critical thinkers, solve problems, and engage in meaningful inquiry. We are a caring, connected community.]( "The River School Photo - The River School offers an inviting, inclusive space for learning where children (18 months - Grade 5) are inspired to observe, wonder and experiment in a nurturing environment. We provide a strong academic foundation through creative, evidence-based teaching. Children are inspired to love learning, become critical thinkers, solve problems, and engage in meaningful inquiry. We are a caring, connected community.")
Alternative School
4880 Macarthur Blvd NW
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 337-3554
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 337-3554
Grades: NS-5
| 223 students
4380 Macarthur Blvd NW, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 338-1557
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 338-1557
Grades: NS-PK
| 25 students
2001 Wisconsin Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 280-6780
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 280-6780
Grades: PK-12
| 616 students
4200 Davenport Street, NW
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 274-3200
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 274-3200
Grades: PK-12
| 1,050 students
5312 Connecticut Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20015
(202) 362-6212
Washington, DC 20015
(202) 362-6212
Grades: NS-1
| 55 students
Washington International School![Washington International School Photo - The Primary School outdoor play area includes a field used for a variety of activities.]( "Washington International School Photo - The Primary School outdoor play area includes a field used for a variety of activities.")
Special Program Emphasis
3100 Macomb Street NW
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 243-1800
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 243-1800
Grades: NS-12
| 890 students
Acton Academy Of Washington, Dc
Montessori School
2422 K St Nw
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 495-0507
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 495-0507
Grades: PK-7
| 30 students
Aidan Montessori School![Aidan Montessori School Photo - Our outdoor learning environment.]( "Aidan Montessori School Photo - Our outdoor learning environment.")
Montessori School
2700 27th Street, Nw
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 387-2700
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 387-2700
Grades: NS-6
| 154 students
Auguste Montessori![Auguste Montessori Photo]( "Auguste Montessori Photo")
Montessori School
3600 Ellicott Street NW
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 237-1788
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 237-1788
Grades: PK-K
| 17 students
6119 Georgia Ave Nw
Washington, DC 20011
(202) 829-1901
Washington, DC 20011
(202) 829-1901
Grades: PK-8
| 160 students
Broad Branch Children's House
Montessori School
5608 Broad Branch Rd Nw
Washington, DC 20015
(202) 232-2233
Washington, DC 20015
(202) 232-2233
Grades: PK-K
| 45 students
210 South Carolina Avenue SE
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 355-4498
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 355-4498
Grades: PK-8
| 227 students
Child Development Center at the Dept. of Labor
Daycare / Preschool
200 Constitution Ave NW #1450
Washington, DC 20210
(202) 693-7979
Washington, DC 20210
(202) 693-7979
Grades: NS-PK
| n/a students
The Children's House Of Washington
Montessori School
3133 Dumbarton St Nw
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 342-2551
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 342-2551
Grades: PK-K
| 24 students
District Montessori
Montessori School
301 A St Se
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 294-4799
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 294-4799
Grades: PK-K
| 51 students
Dot Child Development Center
Daycare / Preschool
800 Independence Ave Sw
Washington, DC 20591
(202) 267-7672
Washington, DC 20591
(202) 267-7672
Grades: PK-K
| 12 students
Franklin Montessori School![Franklin Montessori School Photo - Friends enjoying the woods]( "Franklin Montessori School Photo - Friends enjoying the woods")
Montessori School
4473 Connecticut Ave Nw
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 966-7747
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 966-7747
Grades: PK-1
| 127 students
The French Maternal School
Special Program Emphasis
3115 P St Nw
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 276-0465
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 276-0465
Grades: PK-K
| 51 students
1041 Wisconsin Ave Nw
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 337-8058
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 337-8058
Grades: NS-1
| 32 students
800 Florida Ave Ne
Washington, DC 20002
(202) 651-5206
Washington, DC 20002
(202) 651-5206
Grades: PK-8
| 112 students
3029 16th Street Nw
Washington, DC 20009
(202) 667-6803
Washington, DC 20009
(202) 667-6803
Grades: PK-K
| 20 students
Nation House
Special Program Emphasis
6101 Dix Street NE
Washington, DC 20019
(202) 291-5600
Washington, DC 20019
(202) 291-5600
Grades: PK-8
| 25 students
Psychiatric Institutional Of Washington
Special Education School
4228 Wisconsin Av N W
Washington, DC 20016
(888) 397-8819
Washington, DC 20016
(888) 397-8819
Grades: NS
| 45 students
Rock Creek International School
Daycare / Preschool
1550 Foxhall Rd Nw
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 965-8700
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 965-8700
Grades: NS-8
| 209 students
6222 N Capitol St Nw
Washington, DC 20011
(202) 882-5155
Washington, DC 20011
(202) 882-5155
Grades: PK-8
| 41 students
St. Johns Community Services
Special Education School
5151 Wisconson Ave Nw Suite 400
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 274-3461
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 274-3461
Grades: NS
| 45 students
Smithsonian Early Enrichment Center
Daycare / Preschool
Nmnh 10th & Constitution Ave Nw Rm. Ce-g50
Washington, DC 20560
(202) 633-1399
Washington, DC 20560
(202) 633-1399
Grades: PK-K
| 163 students
Triangle Tots
Daycare / Preschool
1300 Pennsylvania Ave Nw
Washington, DC 20229
(202) 565-3018
Washington, DC 20229
(202) 565-3018
Grades: PK-K
| 20 students
3400 International Drive NW
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 417-3615
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 417-3615
Grades: PK-12
| 155 students
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