Preschools in the St. Louis Area

• Saint Louis, MO•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.25 out of 5  170 reviews

Parent: Our son went in as a very bright but timid middle schooler and 4 years later came out as a well rounded, critical thinker. The MICDS faculty clearly cares about connecting with the kids in order to build confident leaders capable of reaching whatever goals they may have. I would highly recommend MICDS and don’t be frightened off by the price, as they will find a way to get you in if they believe MICDS is the right place. We could not be happier. Go Rams!... Read 170 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,250

• Student-teacher ratio 8:1

• Saint Louis, MO•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.1 out of 5  157 reviews

Alum: I recently graduated from VIZ. I wholeheartedly had an amazing high school experience. I met 76 girls that I get to call my sisters and met my friends for life. I also received a top-tier education from few of the best teachers and mentors. Visitation Academy has thoroughly prepared me for my college education. I have found myself being able to navigate the workload and teacher expectations in college pretty well and I believe the reason is the atmosphere in which I completed my high school education. The only drawback I can think of us is that the administration department can be difficult to work with sometimes. They forget that they have to cater their ways to educate over 500 young girls and at times it is very much my way or the highway with them. Regardless of the administration issues, I had an amazing adn I would recommend VIZ!... Read 157 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 584

• Student-teacher ratio 8:1

• Saint Louis, MO•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.34 out of 5  126 reviews

Parent: My daughter came to Principia this Fall after a difficult experience at her CA public school during the pandemic. The teachers and staff have helped her improve her grades drastically, raise her self-esteem (which was in tatters), and make strong friendships. Her experiential learning trip with the Junior class to Maine was an unforgettable experience of a lifetime! Principia's commitment to the education of the "whole man" is sincere and truly all-encompassing. Her experience in the dorm has been fantastic with a loving home staff that treats these kids like family. Now she is trying a new sport for the first time, and the coaches has been a wonderful support and source of encouragement. In short, my child got her life back at Principia, in a community that sees her for what she truly can be. We are so grateful. The academics are rigorous. The classes are small. And the teaching staff is top-notch!... Read 126 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 433

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1

• Saint Louis, MO•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

• •
  Rating 3.7 out of 5  90 reviews

Alum: I just graduated back in May and came to Villa when I was in seventh grade, and had nothing but a positive experience! The teachers and academics were excellent and I felt so prepared going into college, especially for my science courses. The traditions add to the overall experience at Villa and each year was more memorable than the last. I will be forever grateful for my education from Villa!... Read 90 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 471

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Francis Howell School District, MO•

• PK, K-5

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  Rating 5 out of 5  2 reviews

Parent: The teachers are responsible and caring. Follow up with parents on a regular basis. I have been following my child closely for the past 3 years (kid in 2nd grade) and I can see improvement in her thinking and Analytical skills. Also she keeps talking about outdoor physical activities in schools like they teach various sports,games and other extracurricular activities like Music. Overall I am very much happy with my child and her improvement in studies.On the Flip side,what I hear is 18 to 22 kids per class when compared to top school districts where its 10 to 15 students per class.... Read 2 reviews

• grade A

• Students 574

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Pattonville R-3 School District, MO•

• PK, K-5

• grade A

• Students 346

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Francis Howell School District, MO•

• PK, K-5

• •
  Rating 4.83 out of 5  6 reviews

Parent: From the teachers to the support staff, each member of the school community is dedicated to excellence in education. The school provides outreach and support to students and their families, and welcomes all families to the school. The school has received both the Gold Star School and Blue Ribbon School of Excellence distinctions.... Read 6 reviews

• grade A

• Students 815

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Chesterfield, MO•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

• •
  Rating 4.08 out of 5  13 reviews

Parent: Hands down CDS is the best private preschool and elementary school in St. Louis. The individualized curriculum meets kids where they are, making it a perfect fit for kids that can handle the extra academics or for those needing some extra attention. The teachers are loving and caring. The school is purposefully small so each child is know and leadership opportunities are abundant. We love it and couldn’t be happier!... Read 13 reviews

• grade A

• Students 161

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Francis Howell School District, MO•

• PK, K-5

• grade A

• Students 676

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• O'Fallon Community Consolidated School District No. 90, IL•

• PK, K-5

• grade A

• Students 405

• Student-teacher ratio —

• Mascoutah Community Unit School District No. 19, IL•

• PK, K-5

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  Rating 4.5 out of 5  2 reviews

Parent: We were at Scott for 3+ years. We have loved it here for so many reasons. Caring staff and teachers, so much support for military kids, and a focus on well-being in addition to academics. We experienced every grade through 3 different kids and didn't have a single issue that took away from our overall excellent experience. I was especially impressed with how they handled everything during the pandemic-being very flexible and understanding, while also trying to make sure the kids were taken care of. My kids were able to learn in a safe, friendly, and healthy environment, and that is the best start to school anyone could ask for.... Read 2 reviews

• grade A

• Students 682

• Student-teacher ratio —

• Belleville, IL•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.2 out of 5  69 reviews

Parent: I have 2 daughters at Governor French Academy (ages 8 & 5). Both girls were enrolled at age 4, so we've been a part of the school for several years now. I can honestly say that we absolutely love & appreciate the faculty & curriculum at GFA! The teachers are focused on providing the best education possible & I can see the progress in my children's learning & progress. I highly recommend this school!... Read 69 reviews

• grade A

• Students 137

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Mascoutah Community Unit School District No. 19, IL•

• PK, K-5

• grade A

• Students 440

• Student-teacher ratio —

• O'Fallon Community Consolidated School District No. 90, IL•

• PK, K-5

• grade A

• Students 355

• Student-teacher ratio —

• Pattonville R-3 School District, MO•

• PK, K-5

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  Rating 4.67 out of 5  3 reviews

Parent: From affordable and enlightening after school clubs, to teachers that genuinely care, Bridgeway and Pattonville as a whole are an incredible school/district. After renting in the district for many years, we finally purchased a home to ensure we could raise our three children in a district that is diverse, knowledgeable, and has a prove history of taking care of their children. I would not send my children anywhere else, this district is unmatched in all regards.... Read 3 reviews

• grade A

• Students 453

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• O'Fallon Community Consolidated School District No. 90, IL•

• PK, K-5

• grade A

• Students 584

• Student-teacher ratio —

• O'Fallon Community Consolidated School District No. 90, IL•

• PK, K-5

• •
  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: Our son began at this school about 2 months ago. The transition was easy, he made plenty of friends and is loving his experience so far.... Read 1 review

• grade A

• Students 572

• Student-teacher ratio —

• Wolf Branch School District No. 113, IL•

• PK, K-4

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  Rating 4 out of 5  3 reviews

Niche User: Woolf Branch was a great school for allowing kids to focus on what they desire and have the ability to touch on so many different activities. There are great activities for the kids to show off their talents and practice what they have a passion for. Great academics and arts. Teachers and staff take a great interest in their students. Field trips and other activities allow kids to be rewarded for their behavior and teaches students how to be respectful in a respectful way. I have some great memories of attending Woolf Branch and would recommend this school to so many others.... Read 3 reviews

• grade A

• Students 388

• Student-teacher ratio —

• Francis Howell School District, MO•

• PK, K-5

• •
  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: My son is currently in 4th grade at Central elementary. He transferred to the school in 2nd grade when we moved. Central encourages good behavior and positive self esteem, while keeping a constructive working environment. Bentley loves the book vending machine that students get to choose a book on their birthday (or half birthday for summer birthdays) and as a reading reward. The staff iS FANTASTIC! Always available and present. Quick to respond. Francis Howell has been fantastic throughout the pandemic! I am in awe of their ability to navigate and adapt. We have been extremely impressed and highly recommend this school and district to anyone.... Read 1 review

• grade A

• Students 813

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• O'Fallon Community Consolidated School District No. 90, IL•

• PK, K-5

• grade A

• Students 419

• Student-teacher ratio —

• Saint Louis, MO•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

• •
  Rating 4.06 out of 5  31 reviews

Parent: Both of my children attended the Christian Academy of Greater St. Louis from preschool until they graduated from the 12th grade. They were well loved and taken care of. The academics were challenging. Several of the teachers have their Masters degree and they incorporate hands-on learning, as well as cooperative learning, in their classrooms. My children participated in the athletic programs and had wonderful coaches. The spiritual emphasis of the school is strong and permeates all that goes on. The students were welcoming/friendly to one another and I enjoyed getting to know the other parents. Definitely check this school out if you are looking for a place for your child to belong. CAGSL feels like family!... Read 31 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 123

• Student-teacher ratio 6:1

• Shiloh Village School District No. 85, IL•

• PK, K-3

• grade A minus

• Students 262

• Student-teacher ratio —

• Windsor C-I School District, MO•

• PK, K-2

• grade A minus

• Students 288

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Saint Louis, MO•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

• •
  Rating 4.62 out of 5  13 reviews

Parent: Providence is an outstanding small school environment. The leadership team and teachers are mission-focused and devoted to developing wisdom, virtue, and eloquence in the students for the greater glory of God. Because it is so small and because its mission is supportive of family life, it consciously does not host many types of activities and levels of sports and college-level coursework you might find elsewhere, and it does not have the resources (and will not pretend otherwise) to offer all levels of learning support. Instead, they offer a uniformly challenging curriculum that incorporates the classical disciplines of music and art and drama and offer several sports that support the ideals of classical education, and they host only three all-school events a year. The teachers know each of my children deeply and offer insightful feedback, even in the course of saying they are doing very well academically.... Read 13 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 161

• Student-teacher ratio 8:1

• Pattonville R-3 School District, MO•

• PK, K-5

• •
  Rating 5 out of 5  4 reviews

Parent: One of the best Elementary schools in St.Louis! They teach my children to be kind, respectful, and responsible. Very involved parent community as well. Highly recommend!... Read 4 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 474

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1