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Top 20 Best Washington Private Daycares & Preschools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 542 private daycares & preschools serving 81,401 students in Washington.
The top ranked private daycares & preschools in Washington include The Bear Creek School, Charles Wright Academy, and Annie Wright Schools.
The average tuition cost is $11,182, which is lower than the Washington average tuition cost of $14,005.
46% of private daycares & preschools in Washington are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic). Learn more about how daycare centers and preschools work.

Top Ranked Washington Private Daycares & Preschools (2024-25)

School
Location
Grades
Students
The Bear Creek School
The Bear Creek School Photo - The Bear Creek School was founded in 1988.
(Christian)
(11)
8905 208th Avenue NE
Redmond, WA 98053
(425) 898-1720
Grades: NS-12
| 878 students
Brighton School
Brighton School Photo
(2)
21705 58th Avenue West
Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043
(425) 640-7067
Grades: PK-8
| 327 students
Charles Wright Academy
Charles Wright Academy Photo - Charles Wright Academy's Lower School, Middle School, and Upper School are home to more than 550 students from age 30 months to 12th grade. All three schools are situated on a beautiful, wooded 107-acre campus in University Place.
(6)
7723 Chambers Creek Rd W University Place
University Place, WA 98467
(253) 620-8373
Grades: NS-12
| 578 students
Discovery Montessori School
Discovery Montessori School Photo - Our playground supports outdoor learning and activity year round.
Montessori School
(1)
2836 34th Ave West
Seattle, WA 98199
(206) 282-3848
Grades: NS-K
| 40 students
Eastside Christian School
Eastside Christian School Photo - Join us for our Preschool Preview/Open House in January, 2025! Visit our website for more info: www.ecswa.org/open-house
(Christian)
(11)
14615 SE 22nd Street
Bellevue, WA 98007
(425) 641-5570
Grades: PK-8
| 281 students
Firm Foundation Christian School
Firm Foundation Christian School Photo
(Other Lutheran)
(5)
1919 SW 25th Avenue
Battle Ground, WA 98604
(360) 687-8382
Grades: PK-12
| 428 students
1321 E Division Street
Mount Vernon, WA 98274
(360) 428-3912
Grades: PK-8
| 250 students
The Little School
The Little School Photo
(9)
2812 116th Ave NE
Bellevue, WA 98004
(425) 827-8708
Grades: PK-5
| 232 students
Northshore Christian Academy
Northshore Christian Academy Photo - NCA is a multiple-award winning school, serving K-8th and Early Learning, with a focus in STEM and Fine Arts. Established in 1995, NCA is family and community oriented and has grown to over 1,100 students per year through an affordable tuition.
(Christian)
(5)
5700 23rd Drive West
Everett, WA 98203
(425) 322-2301
Grades: NS-8
| 1,130 students
Olympia Christian School
Olympia Christian School Photo
(Seventh Day Adventist)
(1)
1215 Ethel St NW
Olympia, WA 98502
(360) 352-1831
Grades: PK-8
| 43 students
Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School
Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School Photo - Students are well prepared for high school.
(Catholic)
(26)
4701 NW Franklin Street
Vancouver, WA 98663
(360) 696-2301
Grades: PK-8
| 283 students
19830 SE 328th Pl
Auburn, WA 98002
(425) 255-7273
Grades: NS-12
| 581 students
St. Thomas School
St. Thomas School Photo
(5)
8300 NE 12th Street
Medina, WA 98039
(425) 454-5880
Grades: PK-8
| 330 students
Summit Christian Academy
Summit Christian Academy Photo
(Baptist)
(6)
4224 E. 4th Ave
Spokane, WA 99202
(509) 924-4618
Grades: PK-12
| 116 students
Whidbey Island Waldorf School
Whidbey Island Waldorf School Photo - Whidbey Island Waldorf School Morning Circle and Song together as a community
Special Program Emphasis
(3)
6335 Old Pietila Rd
Clinton, WA 98236
(360) 341-5686
Grades: NS-8
| 173 students
Emerald Heights Academy
Emerald Heights Academy Photo - All School Picture
(Catholic)
(5)
5130 164th Ave SE
Bellevue, WA 98006
(425) 643-1671
Grades: PK-8
| 53 students
Hillside Academy
Hillside Academy Photo
(Christian)
(3)
26423 NE Allen Street
Duvall, WA 98019
(425) 844-8608
Grades: PK-8
| 76 students
Seattle Waldorf School
Seattle Waldorf School Photo
Special Program Emphasis
(10)
2728 NE 100th Street
Seattle, WA 98125
(206) 524-5320
Grades: NS-8
| 193 students
Academy Schools
Academy Schools Photo - Lower School
Alternative School
(4)
14601 Interurban Ave S
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 588-0860
Grades: PK-12
| 48 students
All Saints Catholic School
All Saints Catholic School Photo
(Catholic)
3510 E 18th Ave
Spokane, WA 99223
(509) 534-1098
Grades: PK-8
| 334 students
All Saints Catholic School Spokane
(Catholic)
3510 E 18th Ave
Spokane, WA 99223
(509) 624-5712
Grades: PK-8
| 335 students
All Saints Elementary School
(Catholic)
504 2nd Street Sw
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 845-5025
Grades: PK-8
| 343 students
All-Star Academy
All-Star Academy Photo - We serve PreK-8th families that are looking for their bored or mismanaged student to receive a high-quality, enjoyable education.
Alternative School
30355 SE High Point Way
Issaquah, WA 98027
(425) 526-4600
Grades: PK-8
| n/a students
Amazing Grace Renton Prep Christian School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
200 Mill Ave S Ste 100
Renton, WA 98057
(206) 723-5526
Grades: PK-10
| 240 students
Annie Wright Schools
Annie Wright Schools Photo - Founded in 1884, Annie Wright Schools are nestled in the beautiful North End neighborhood of Tacoma, Washington. Our historic campus includes an indoor pool, two gyms, science and technology labs, art and music studios, theater, outdoor gardens, play areas, athletic fields and open spaces.
(Episcopal)
(2)
827 N Tacoma Ave
Tacoma, WA 98403
(253) 272-2216
Grades: NS-12
| 838 students
Arbor Schools
Montessori School
(3)
1107 228th Avenue Se
Sammamish, WA 98075
(425) 392-8053
Grades: PK-6
| 170 students
Assumption Catholic School
Assumption Catholic School Photo - Assumption Catholic School Welcomes YOU!
(Catholic)
(3)
2116 Cornwall Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 733-6133
Grades: PK-8
| 259 students
Assumption Parish School
(Catholic)
3618 W Indian Trail Rd
Spokane, WA 99208
(509) 328-1115
Grades: PK-8
| 225 students
Assumption-st Bridget School
(Catholic)
6220 32nd Ave Ne
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 524-7452
Grades: PK-8
| 505 students
14640 Ne 24th St
Bellevue, WA 98007
(425) 649-0791
Grades: PK-4
| 658 students
Bellevue Christian School
Bellevue Christian School Photo - Students learning Chemistry from Dr. Alsbury
(Christian)
(3)
1701 98th Ave Ne
Bellevue, WA 98004
(425) 460-3300
Grades: NS-12
| 1,037 students
Bellevue Montessori School
Bellevue Montessori School Photo - Community building takes place in the classroom.
Montessori School
2411 112th Avenue NE
Bellevue, WA 98004
(425) 454-7439
Grades: PK-5
| 274 students
Bellingham Christian School
(Christian)
1600 E Sunset Dr
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 733-7303
Grades: PK-8
| 378 students
Bertschi School
Bertschi School Photo
2227 10th Avenue E
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 442-6856
Grades: NS-5
| 246 students
Bethlehem Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
2505 W. 27th Ave.
Kennewick, WA 99337
(509) 582-5624
Grades: PK-8
| 286 students
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private daycares & preschools in Washington?
The top ranked private daycares & preschools in Washington include The Bear Creek School, Charles Wright Academy, and Annie Wright Schools.
How many private daycares & preschools are located in Washington?
542 private daycares & preschools are located in Washington.
How much do private daycares & preschools cost in Washington?
The average tuition cost is $11,182, which is lower than the Washington private school average tuition cost of $14,005.
How diverse are private daycares & preschools in Washington?
Washington private daycares & preschools are approximately 31% minority students, which is higher than the Washington private school average of 29%.
What percentage of private daycares & preschools are religiously affiliated in Washington?
46% of private daycares & preschools in Washington are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

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