Top Preschools and Kindergarten Programs Around the Main Line & Philly’s Western Suburbs
Discover the Main Line Parent Community's Top Recommended Preschools and Kindergarten Programs to find the right fit for your student.
Known as one of the most trusted Facebook Groups in our area, 35,000 local families are always ready to share their expertise in the Main Line Parent Community. That’s why when we asked “Who are the top preschools and Kindergarten programs in our area?” they answered with enthusiasm!
First, we’re pleased to introduce you to our Main Line Parent Education Partner Members, who support our Community and Education Guide. Have you had a great experience with any of them? You can help other families benefit from your experience with an endorsement on their Profile Page!
Other local preschools and kindergarten programs we’ve received recommendations for in our School Survey are linked below so you can explore them as well. If your preschool isn’t on our list and you love them, please complete our School Survey or comment with a link to their website. We hope this list gets you started on a path to finding the right fit for your child and we invite you to share it with your friends!
Main Line Parent Education Partner Members
Click through our Members’ Profile Pages below to learn more about their unique approach to early childhood education and read their parents’ endorsements. Call them for space availability for Fall 2025!
Bala House Montessori offers preschool, kindergarten, extended care, and summer camp programs carefully designed for…
Now Pre-enrolling children who will be 2 years old by 9/1/2025 for our 2025/26 school…
Cupola Academy (CA) is a secular, nonprofit educational organization that provides a supportive community-base for homeschooling families.
The Episcopal Academy is an independent, coeducational, preK-12 school on a modern, 123 acre-campus in…
Friends’ Central School is a Quaker, co-educational, college-preparatory day school for students in nursery through…
Give your child the best foundation for a lifetime of learning at Gladwyne Montessori, the…
Founded in 1927, Holy Child Academy has a long history of academic excellence and spiritual…
Kimberton Waldorf School (KWS) is a nurturing, natural haven for students seeking an academically rich and…
Mi Casita Preschool is Philadelphia and the Main Line's premier Spanish immersion preschool. Through project…
Our HoneyBee Academy provides quality education to students while fostering a love of learning.
The Phebe Anna Thorne School of Bryn Mawr College invites children to explore and learn…
Founded in 1865, Sacred Heart Academy Bryn Mawr (SHA) is an international, independent, all-girls, K-12,…
St. Aloysius Academy's mission is to prepare young boys for roles of Christian leadership and…
Top tier all-girls' independent college prep school for PreK-grade 12 that offers rigorous academic ,…
The Haverford School is a vibrant, private day school for remarkable boys, pre-kindergarten-12th grade. Our…
The Shipley School is an independent, coeducational day school in Bryn Mawr for pre-kindergarten through…
Trinity Preschool of Berwyn is a special community on the Main Line offering hands-on, creative,…
Waldron Mercy Academy, a Catholic School sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy, is a diverse,…
An independent, Quaker, co-ed, pre-K through grade 12 day school with boarding options in grades…
If your preschool or Kindergarten program isn’t on our list and you love them, please complete our School Survey or comment with a link to their website.
Friends of Main Line Parent
French International/ L’école Française Internationale
“Wonderful language immersion program, warm and kind teachers. Lots of diversity in the school, with many nations represented, so there is a lot exposure to other cultures.” – Erika H.
“We feel like part of a community at Goddard Bala Cynwyd. Also, their facilities are beautiful and clean. It’s one of, if not the only, daycare in the area we know of that has an indoor gym which is great for the kids to get to run around in during the winter months.” – Kim C.
Good Samaritan Day School (“Good Sam Paoli”)
“My child has never been nervous while going to or returning home. Parents are allowed to drop off and pick up at the class which gives my child extra confidence to be in the class.” – S.B.
“While handling the fundamentals students are allowed and encouraged to explore the more challenging problems we face. Limitations are really only based on the student.” – Chris L.
The Malvern School, King of Prussia
“The teachers bring 110% every day and make it such a fun environment for the kids! My child looks forward to seeing their friends and teachers every day. The school provides a great curriculum, lots of outdoor time, and the communication between staff and parents is awesome.” – Marissa S.
St. Margaret’s School offers an affordable education in a convenient Narberth location. This small school features a strong community, dedicated teachers, and excellent values—particularly appealing for Catholic families. – Veronica A.
Swarthmore Friends Nursery School
“We love the staff, the crafts, activities, and teaching style. They spend alot of time outdoors learning and playing.
Lunch bunch is great. We love how all of kids are mixed in so that they can form.friendships with different ages and learn from one another.” – Erin V.
“The teachers and staff are so caring and genuinely care for your child. Almost every teacher sent their child through West Hill and that’s how they treat your child. The classes are well organized, fun and very educational. Our son flourished at West Hill, making lifelong friends along the way as well as building a love of learning.” – Amy K.
Pete March 21, 2024
How is this list derived? Is there some sort of vote or survey done? Are you able to share the results of that? Also, I thought this was meant to be for the main line, but appears that 2 of the 6 results are in Philadelphia.
Sarah Bond March 21, 2024
Hi Pete, we created this list based on the results from our School Survey (see above). We explain how we’re showing off our Education Partner Members’ Profile Pages and our “Friend Preschools,” who the parents in our Main Line Parent Community have completed the School Survey about. 🙂 As for your Philadelphia concerns, many parents who live around the Eastern Main Line consistently recommend these preschools, year after year.
Maria Cilluffo-Pennington October 15, 2024
http://www.ourhoneybeeacademy.com
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