Forest Park Christian Early Learning Center Photo

Top 10 Best Columbus Private Preschools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 65 private preschools serving 10,394 students in Columbus, OH.
The top ranked private preschools in Columbus, OH include The Columbus Academy, Columbus School For Girls, and St. Mary School.
The average tuition cost is $13,689, which is higher than the Ohio private preschool average tuition cost of $7,594.
43% of private preschools in Columbus, OH are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked Columbus Private Preschools (2024-25)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Columbus School For Girls
Columbus School For Girls Photo
All-girls
(2)
65 S. Drexel. Ave.
Columbus, OH 43209
(614) 252-0781
Grades: NS-12
| n/a students
All Saints Academy
(Catholic)
(2)
2855 E Livingston Ave
Columbus, OH 43209
(614) 231-3391
Grades: PK-8
| 372 students
Calumet Christian School
Calumet Christian School Photo - Calumet Campus, Xenos Christian Schools
(Christian)
(1)
2774 Calumet Street
Columbus, OH 43202
(614) 261-8136
Grades: NS-8
| 327 students
The Columbus Academy
The Columbus Academy Photo - Between the ages of one and six, the greatest cognitive growth occurs through social interaction. In the "responsive classrooms" in the Lower School of Columbus Academy, social and emotional learning are as important as the academic curriculum. Children in our classrooms feel a sense of belonging, that they are significant and that it is safe to take risks.
4300 Cherry Bottom Road
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 509-2220
Grades: NS-12
| n/a students
Forest Park Christian Early Learning Center
Forest Park Christian Early Learning Center Photo
Daycare / Preschool
5600 Karl Road
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 888-5282
Grades: PK-K
| 51 students
Immaculate Conception School
Special Program Emphasis (Catholic)
366 E North Broadway St
Columbus, OH 43214
(614) 267-6579
Grades: PK-8
| 393 students
Liberty Christian Academy
(Christian)
4938 Beatrice Dr
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 864-5332
Grades: PK-12
| 454 students
St. Agatha School
(Catholic)
(4)
1880 Northam Rd
Columbus, OH 43221
(614) 488-9000
Grades: PK-8
| 236 students
St. Andrew Continuation School
(Catholic)
4081 Reed Rd
Columbus, OH 43220
(614) 451-1626
Grades: PK-8
| 524 students
St. Catharine School
(Catholic)
2865 Fair Ave
Columbus, OH 43209
(614) 235-1396
Grades: NS-8
| 299 students
St. Cecilia Elementary School
(Catholic)
440 Norton Rd
Columbus, OH 43228
(614) 878-3555
Grades: PK-8
| 298 students
St. James The Less School
(Catholic)
1628 Oakland Park Ave
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 268-3311
Grades: NS-8
| 478 students
St. Mary Magdalene School
(Catholic)
2940 Parkside Rd
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 279-9935
Grades: PK-8
| 311 students
St. Mary School
St. Mary School Photo
(Catholic)
(2)
700 S. Third Street
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 444-8994
Grades: PK-8
| 367 students
795 Havens Corners Rd
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 471-4930
Grades: PK-8
| 621 students
Shepherd Christian School
Shepherd Christian School Photo - Built in 2004, Shepherd Christian School was designed specifically for elementary instruction.
(Church of the Nazarene)
425 S Hamilton Rd
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 471-0859
Grades: PK-6
| 335 students
Tree Of Life Christian Schools
Tree Of Life Christian Schools Photo
(Christian)
935 Northridge Rd.
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 263-2688
Grades: PK-12
| 981 students
The Wellington School
The Wellington School Photo - The Wellington School, Columbus, Ohio
(7)
3650 Reed Road
Columbus, OH 43220
(614) 457-7883
Grades: NS-12
| 711 students
Bethel Road KinderCare
Bethel Road KinderCare Photo - Lobby
Daycare / Preschool
2001 Bethel Rd.
Columbus, OH 43220
(614) 457-0754
Grades: NS-PK
| n/a students
Bridgeway Academy
Bridgeway Academy Photo
Special Education School
1350 Alum Creek Dr
Columbus, OH 43209
(614) 262-7520
Grades: NS-12
| 204 students
Cherry Creek KinderCare
Cherry Creek KinderCare Photo - Front of Building
Daycare / Preschool
550 Fox Ridge St.
Columbus, OH 43228
(614) 870-7375
Grades: NS-PK
| n/a students
Cherry Way KinderCare
Cherry Way KinderCare Photo - Younger Infant Classroom
Daycare / Preschool
1341 Cherry Way Dr.
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 475-2116
Grades: NS-PK
| n/a students
Child Care Center At Riverside
Daycare / Preschool
835 Thomas Lane
Columbus, OH 43214
(614) 566-4847
Grades: PK-K
| 245 students
Children's Academy
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
(1)
100 Obetz Rd
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 491-3270
Grades: PK-K
| 33 students
8145 N High St
Columbus, OH 43235
(614) 985-1464
Grades: PK-5
| 64 students
Cleveland Ave KinderCare
Cleveland Ave KinderCare Photo - Infant Room
Daycare / Preschool
5351 Cleveland Ave.
Columbus, OH 43231
(614) 891-4444
Grades: NS-PK
| n/a students
Clintonville Academy
Clintonville Academy Photo - A sample of artwork from our students.
(1)
3916 Indianola Avenue
Columbus, OH 43214
(614) 267-4799
Grades: PK-8
| 119 students
Columbus Montessori Education Center
Columbus Montessori Education Center Photo - Infant Toddler Program
Montessori School
979 S James Road
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 231-3790
Grades: PK-6
| 286 students
Creative Play Center
Daycare / Preschool
600 High St
Columbus, OH 43085
(614) 885-7529
Grades: PK-K
| 44 students
Dublin Granville KinderCare
Dublin Granville KinderCare Photo - Lobby
Daycare / Preschool
2960 E Dublin Granville Rd.
Columbus, OH 43231
(614) 891-4323
Grades: NS-PK
| 63 students
Gahanna KinderCare
Gahanna KinderCare Photo - Nationally Accredited KinderCare 520 Morrison Rd Gahanna Oh 43230 (614)471-3665 000297@klcorp.com
Daycare / Preschool
520 Morrison Rd.
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 471-3665
Grades: NS-PK
| n/a students
Gethsemane Christian Day Care-play & Learn
Daycare / Preschool (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
35 E Stanton Avenue
Columbus, OH 43214
(614) 846-7576
Grades: PK-K
| 38 students
Glenwood Center
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
2833 Valleyview Drive
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 274-0283
Grades: PK-K
| 72 students
The Goddard School
The Goddard School Photo
Daycare / Preschool
694 Mount Airyshire Boulevard
Columbus, OH 43235
(614) 848-6410
Grades: NS-K
| n/a students
The Goddard School-reynoldsburg
The Goddard School-reynoldsburg Photo
Daycare / Preschool
40 Chris Perry Lane
Columbus, OH 43213
(614) 501-9224
Grades: PK-K
| 30 students
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Columbus, Ohio Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
4099 Karl Road
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 267-7531
Grades: PK-5
| 102 students
860 Griswold St
Columbus, OH 43085
(614) 885-5664
Grades: K-10
| 106 students
4663 Trabue Road
Columbus, OH 43228
(614) 878-3961
Grades: 5-8
| 39 students
767 N Cassady Ave
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 252-7136
Grades: K-5
| 87 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools in Columbus, OH?
The top ranked private preschools in Columbus, OH include The Columbus Academy, Columbus School For Girls, and St. Mary School.
How many private preschools are located in Columbus?
65 private preschools are located in Columbus.
How much do private preschools cost in Columbus?
The average tuition cost is $13,689, which is higher than the Ohio private school average tuition cost of $7,594.
How diverse are private preschools in Columbus?
Columbus private preschools are approximately 35% minority students, which is higher than the Ohio private school average of 23%.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Columbus?
43% of private preschools in Columbus are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).
Which private preschools in Columbus are often viewed compared to one another?

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