BASIS Independent McLean Photo - Fourth graders illustrate the importance of kindness.

Top 20 Best Fairfax County Private Preschools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 156 private preschools serving 20,399 students in Fairfax County, VA.
The top ranked private preschools in Fairfax County, VA include BASIS Independent McLean, The Langley School, and Burgundy Farm Country Day School.
The average tuition cost is $16,817, which is higher than the Virginia private preschool average tuition cost of $11,080.
30% of private preschools in Fairfax County, VA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked Fairfax County Private Preschools (2024-25)

School
Location
Grades
Students
BASIS Independent McLean
BASIS Independent McLean Photo - Fourth graders illustrate the importance of kindness.
(5)
8000 Jones Branch Drive
Mc Lean, VA 22102
(703) 854-1253
Grades: PK-12
| 694 students
Browne Academy
Browne Academy Photo - Founded in 1941, Browne was the first integrated preschool in Virginia.
(9)
5917 Telegraph Rd
Alexandria, VA 22310
(703) 960-3000
Grades: NS-8
| 205 students
Congressional School
Congressional School Photo
(21)
3229 Sleepy Hollow Rd
Falls Church, VA 22042
(703) 533-9711
Grades: NS-8
| 480 students
Edlin School
Edlin School Photo - A few of our lovely 2nd Graders!
Special Program Emphasis
(3)
10742 Sunset Hills Road
Reston, VA 20190
(703) 438-3990
Grades: PK-8
| 156 students
The Langley School
The Langley School Photo
(3)
1411 Balls Hill Road
Mc Lean, VA 22101
(703) 356-1920
Grades: NS-8
| 521 students
The Nysmith School
The Nysmith School Photo - 1:9 teacher/ student ratio allows teachers to help every child succeed. At The Nysmith School, students receive 45 minutes of hands-on science instruction every day.
Special Program Emphasis
(14)
13625 EDS Drive
Herndon, VA 20171
(703) 713-3332
Grades: PK-8
| 698 students
St. Anthony of Padua School
St. Anthony of Padua School Photo
(Catholic)
(3)
3301 Glen Carlyn Rd
Falls Church, VA 22041
(703) 820-7450
Grades: NS-8
| 215 students
Westminster School
Westminster School Photo - Grizzy makes an appearance at our annual Pep Rally, exciting his many fans in the crowd!
(13)
3819 Gallows Road
Annandale, VA 22003
(703) 256-3620
Grades: NS-8
| 231 students
Oak Hill Christian School
Oak Hill Christian School Photo - Reading is emphasized in all grades. Students enjoy reading even in their free time.
(Christian)
(4)
13525 Dulles Technology Drive
Herndon, VA 20171
(703) 796-6887
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
St. Ambrose School
St. Ambrose School Photo - Saint Ambrose Catholic School, Where your child is known and loved.
(Catholic)
(4)
3827 Woodburn Road
Annandale, VA 22003
(703) 698-7171
Grades: NS-8
| 162 students
Academy Of Christian Education
Academy Of Christian Education Photo
(Christian)
(4)
10800 Parkridge Blvd.
Reston, VA 20191
(703) 471-2132
Grades: PK-10
| 296 students
3700 Burgundy Road
Alexandria, VA 22303
(703) 329-6968
Grades: PK-8
| 292 students
Calvary Road Christian School
(Baptist)
(2)
6811 Beulah St
Alexandria, VA 22310
(703) 970-8004
Grades: PK-6
| 337 students
Country Day School
Country Day School Photo - The Country Day School in McLean Virginia
Daycare / Preschool
6418 Georgetown Pike
Mc Lean, VA 22101
(703) 356-9165
Grades: PK-K
| 225 students
Crossroads Child Development Center
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
5811 Hoffmans Lane
Falls Church, VA 22041
(703) 845-0021
Grades: PK-K
| 12 students
Fairfax Baptist Temple Academy
(Baptist)
6401 Missionary Ln
Fairfax Station, VA 22039
(703) 323-8100
Grades: PK-12
| 309 students
Flint Hill School
Flint Hill School Photo - When students are known, challenged, and supported as they develop from adolescence into adulthood, there is no limit to what they can achieve in college and beyond.
Special Program Emphasis
(3)
3320 Jermantown Road
Oakton, VA 22124
(703) 584-2314
Grades: PK-12
| 1,037 students
Green Hedges School
Green Hedges School Photo
(8)
415 Windover Ave, NW
Vienna, VA 22180
(703) 938-8323
Grades: NS-8
| 183 students
Greentree Christian School
Special Program Emphasis (Methodist)
7600 Ox Road
Fairfax Station, VA 22039
(703) 425-3715
Grades: NS-6
| 256 students
Holy Spirit School
(Catholic)
8802 Braddock Rd
Annandale, VA 22003
(703) 978-7117
Grades: PK-8
| 461 students
717 Walker Rd
Great Falls, VA 22066
(703) 865-6900
Grades: PK-8
| 29 students
Monarch Christian Montessori
Monarch Christian Montessori Photo - Koi Fish by a Primary Student(Pre-School)
Montessori School (Christian)
15120 Enterprise Court, Suite 100
Chantilly, VA 20151
(703) 961-8281
Grades: PK-K
| 86 students
Montessori School Of Chantilly
Montessori School
4455 Brookfield Corporate DR
Chantilly, VA 20151
(703) 272-7866
Grades: PK-K
| 65 students
Montessori School Of Mclean
Montessori School Of Mclean Photo - Upper Elementary annually participates in the Montessori Model United Nations event in New York City
Montessori School
1711 Kirby Road
Mc Lean, VA 22101
(703) 790-1049
Grades: PK-6
| 224 students
Montessori School Of Northern Virginia
Montessori School Of Northern Virginia Photo - MSNV provides authentic Montessori education for children ages 2 through 12 at two campuses: Hillbrook in Annandale and Valleybrook in Falls Church. From Preprimary through Elementary, our learning environment is designed to directly benefit their social, emotional, physical and intellectual development. Our students achieve both academic and personal success. The result? You will love school, because our children love learning,
Montessori School
(8)
6820 Pacific Lane
Annandale, VA 22003
(703) 256-9577
Grades: PK-6
| 256 students
3433 Rose Lane
Falls Church, VA 22042
(703) 992-0255
Grades: NS-K
| 79 students
Nativity Catholic School
(Catholic)
(1)
6398 Nativity Ln
Burke, VA 22015
(703) 455-2300
Grades: PK-8
| 299 students
Our Lady Of Good Counsel Catholic School
Our Lady Of Good Counsel Catholic School Photo - Our Lady of Good Counsel School, Vienna, VA
(Catholic)
(12)
8601 Wolftrap Road
Vienna, VA 22182
(703) 938-3600
Grades: PK-8
| 555 students
Parkwood School
Daycare / Preschool
(1)
601 Marshall Rd SW
Vienna, VA 22180
(703) 281-3707
Grades: PK-K
| 50 students
Pinecrest School
Pinecrest School Photo - Pinecrest School Upper Building, built 2004, straight ahead; Lower School Building to left. Upper School Building has classrooms for second-sixth grades, computer lab, art/science lab, multipurpose room
(1)
7209 Quiet Cove
Annandale, VA 22003
(703) 354-3446
Grades: NS-6
| n/a students
Pinnacle Academy
Pinnacle Academy Photo - Pinnacle Academy STEM Night has been a well celebrated event for years. Students and staff work together and recognize the STEM in our everyday lives via various fun and educational activities.
(22)
14120 Newbrook Drive
Chantilly, VA 20151
(703) 537-0355
Grades: NS-12
| 242 students
St. Bernadette School
St. Bernadette School Photo
(Catholic)
7602 Old Keene Mill Rd
Springfield, VA 22152
(703) 451-8696
Grades: PK-8
| 466 students
St. John The Beloved Academy
(Catholic)
6422 Linway Ter
Mc Lean, VA 22101
(703) 356-7554
Grades: PK-8
| 254 students
St. Louis Catholic School
(Catholic)
(5)
2901 Popkins Ln
Alexandria, VA 22306
(703) 768-7732
Grades: PK-8
| 497 students
St. Luke Catholic School
St. Luke Catholic School Photo
(Catholic)
(4)
7005 Georgetown Pike
Mc Lean, VA 22101
(703) 356-1508
Grades: PK-8
| 239 students
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Fairfax County Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
A Kid's Place (Closed 2015)
Daycare / Preschool
12215 Sugar Maple Dr
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 437-8884
Grades: PK-K
| 22 students
5775 Barclay Dr, Suite 4
Alexandria, VA 22315
(703) 339-0444
Grades: 7-12
| 26 students
Different Drum Inc. (Closed 2004)
Special Education School
4451 Brookfield Corporate Dr.
Chantilly, VA 20151
(703) 802-2866
Grades: 9-12
| 11 students
3241 Brush Dr
Falls Church, VA 22042
(703) 237-0264
Grades: PK-1
| 100 students
11501 Sunrise Valley Drive
Reston, VA 20191
(703) 758-8811
Grades: PK-1
| 61 students
3005 Dower House Dr
Herndon, VA 20171
(703) 264-9078
Grades: NS-PK
| 7 students
6349 Lincolnia Rd
Alexandria, VA 22312
(703) 941-8150
Grades: 5-12
| 59 students
4905 Lincoln Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22312
(703) 354-4855
Grades: PK-K
| 30 students
Mark Of Excellence (Closed 2014)
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
4100 Hunt Rd
Fairfax, VA 22032
(703) 323-0165
Grades: K
| 14 students
8122 Ransell Road
Falls Church, VA 22042
(703) 204-0203
Grades: NS-5
| 60 students
6001 Centreville Crest Ln
Centreville, VA 20121
(703) 266-0880
Grades: 1-4
| 6 students
2355 Dulles Corner Blvd Ste 110
Herndon, VA 20171
(703) 713-3983
Grades: NS-K
| 41 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools in Fairfax County, VA?
The top ranked private preschools in Fairfax County, VA include BASIS Independent McLean, The Langley School, and Burgundy Farm Country Day School.
How many private preschools are located in Fairfax County?
156 private preschools are located in Fairfax County.
How much do private preschools cost in Fairfax County?
The average tuition cost is $16,817, which is higher than the Virginia private school average tuition cost of $11,080.
How diverse are private preschools in Fairfax County?
Fairfax County private preschools are approximately 38% minority students, which is higher than the Virginia private school average of 29%.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Fairfax County?
30% of private preschools in Fairfax County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).
Which private preschools in Fairfax County are often viewed compared to one another?

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