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Featured School: Rowland Hall
Salt Lake City, UT
Rowland Hall is an independent school in Salt Lake City serving approximately 1,000 students in preschool through twelfth grade. Driven by our vision of developing people the world needs, we believe in a transformational education that gives students agency and purpose, connects them to their global community, and empowers them to make the world a better place for all. Rowland Hall sets the standard for teaching and learning excellence through our academic and co-curricular programs, including experiential learning opportunities, artistic self-expression, and a competitive athletic program that challenges students inside and outside the classroom. We foster curiosity, compassion, and joy throughout the learning process and graduate young adults who know how to think critically and are inspired to make a difference. Located near the base of the stunning Wasatch Mountain Range and adjacent to the University of Utah, Rowland Hall attracts a diverse community of families.
Rowland Hall Photo - As Utah's oldest independent, coeducational day school, Rowland Hall sets the standard for teaching and learning excellence. We're committed to developing people the world needs, and we're known for our warm and welcoming community, academic excellence, and focus on the whole student.
Rowland Hall

Best Utah Private Preschools Belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 3 private preschools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) serving 2,160 students in Utah. You can also find more schools membership associations in Utah.
The top ranked private preschools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Utah include Rowland Hall and The Waterford School.
The average acceptance rate is 67%, which is lower than the Utah private preschool average acceptance rate of 89%.

Top Ranked Private Preschools Belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Utah (2025)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Rowland Hall
Rowland Hall Photo - As Utah's oldest independent, coeducational day school, Rowland Hall sets the standard for teaching and learning excellence. We're committed to developing people the world needs, and we're known for our warm and welcoming community, academic excellence, and focus on the whole student.
(29)
720 Guardsman Way
Salt Lake City, UT 84108
(801) 355-7485
Grades: PK-12
| 987 students
The Waterford School
The Waterford School Photo - Waterford is for students who want to learn, who want to experience so much and do so much. In the process, these students of dramatically different sizes and ages, interests and abilities become remarkably good people, ready to take their place in the world.
(18)
1480 E 9400 S
Sandy, UT 84092
(801) 572-1780
Grades: PK-12
| 1,010 students
Park City Day School
Park City Day School Photo
(8)
3120 W Pinebrook Rd
Park City, UT 84098
(435) 649-2791
Grades: PK-8
| 163 students

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