Non faith preschools in the Triangle area

Chestnut Ridge offers summer camps, after-school programs, retreats, and equestrian activities on its 362-acre property. The camp focuses on fostering relationships with God, others, and nature. It provides outdoor fun, spiritual growth, and a chance to connect through hospitality and fellowship. Additionally, they offer horseback riding lessons, trail rides, and year-round camps.

• 341.4 mi away

• 4300 Camp Chestnut Ridge Rd Efland, NC 27243

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Sounds and Colors Carpenter Village is a Reggio-Inspired bilingual preschool offering a play-based curriculum with a focus on outdoor activities and social-emotional development. Our before- and after-school programs at the Gathering Park Circle location serve nearby elementary schools like Carpenter and Green Hope Elementary.

• 343.9 mi away

• 224 Meadowlands Dr, Hillsborough, NC 27278

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Pinewoods Montessori School is located in Hillsborough, NC. It offers authentic Montessori education for children aged 18 months to 12 years old. The school provides individualized, child-centered learning environments for toddlers, primary, lower elementary, and upper elementary students. Pinewoods also offers summer programs and emphasizes a holistic approach to education, fostering curiosity, creativity, and intellectual exploration.

• 343.9 mi away

• 109 Millstone Drive, Hillsborough, NC

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Sportsplex offers a wide range of programs for children, families, and adults, providing a dynamic environment for sports, recreation, and learning. From preschool education with unique activities like Ice Skating Lessons and DanceTots, to youth sports leagues, fitness programs, and family-friendly events, there’s something for everyone. The facility includes indoor and outdoor sports courts, a swimming pool, and ice skating rinks, allowing for year-round fun and fitness.

• 344.1 mi away

• 101 Meadowlands Dr, Hillsborough, NC 27278

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Emerson Waldorf School provides a holistic education for students from preschool through high school, fostering intellectual, artistic, and practical skills through the Waldorf approach. Located on a serene campus, the school emphasizes experiential learning, creativity, and a deep connection to nature. Programs are thoughtfully designed to nurture curiosity, critical thinking, and self-confidence, preparing students for academic success and meaningful engagement with the world. Emerson Waldorf also values community, offering families opportunities to collaborate and participate in enriching school traditions and events.

• 348.2 mi away

• 6211 New Jericho Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27516

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Unify Athletics offers both recreational and competitive gymnastics programs to the communities across the NC Triangle area.

• 348.8 mi away

• 2309 Sparger Rd, Durham, NC 27705

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Carolina Friends School is a preK-12 all-gender day school inspired by Quaker values, committed to excellence in all we do. Every day, we empower our students to question the world around them, discover their passions, think deeply, and use their voices in service of the greater good.

• 348.9 mi away

• 4809 Friends School Rd, Durham, NC 27705

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Legacy Academy Chapel Hill is a modern preschool serving children from 6 weeks to 4 years, with after-school programs and summer camps available up to age 12. The school features a bilingual-enhanced curriculum, private kindergarten with low teacher-to-student ratios, and regular child assessments that enable individualized learning plans in collaboration with parents. Legacy Academy prioritizes nutrition, offering freshly prepared meals daily, using natural foods and organic dairy. Partnerships with local pediatric offices provide unique educational resources for children and parents. With a state-of-the-art security system and an on-staff RN, the school ensures optimal health and safety. Dedicated to excellence, Legacy Academy strives for National Accreditation and 5-Star Status. Schedule a tour today and give your child the opportunity to learn, laugh, and grow in an exceptional environment.

• 350.1 mi away

• 515 E Winmore Ave, Chapel Hill, NC 27516

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Children’s Campus is local and family-owned. We have provided high quality education and care for children from birth to age five since 1995. Our mission is the provide great care at an affordable price. We hope you’ll join the Children’s Campus family!

• 350.3 mi away

• 100 Westminster Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27514

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Little Kidz Preschool is a 3 Star, licensed family oriented preschool that provides quality childcare services, including a fun, safe, learning environment for children aged 2-12 yrs, first and second shifts, full time, part-time, drop-in, before and after school care, track out and summer programs.

• 350.5 mi away

• 2605 Carver St, Durham, NC 27705

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At Bright Horizons, we cherish the early years of childhood as an opportunity for both fun and learning. Our dedicated teachers create an environment that fosters curiosity, well-being, and academic success. We offer a range of child care programs at locations in Apex, Cary, and Raleigh, designed to prepare children for future success by emphasizing creativity, exploration, and social development. Each center provides a secure and engaging setting where your child’s potential is nurtured every day.

• 350.9 mi away

• 4205 Capitol St, Durham, NC 27704

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At KinderCare, we inspire a love of learning by offering programs that allow children to explore their creativity while developing important skills. Whether building a skyscraper, cooking an imaginary feast, or tending to a teddy bear, children gain confidence and social skills in a fun, safe environment. Our before- and after-school care programs go beyond homework help, providing opportunities for kids to explore their interests and grow in a supportive community. Visit our website for locations near you.

• 351 mi away

• 3106 N Duke St Durham NC 27704

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At The Goddard School, we use research-backed methods to ensure children enjoy learning while developing essential skills for success in school and life. Our passionate teachers collaborate with families to cultivate respectful, confident, and joyful learners. With multiple locations in Raleigh, Morrisville, Cary, Apex, Wake Forest, and Holly Springs, we make quality early education accessible to families across the area.

• 351.2 mi away

• 1162 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27514

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Duke School is an independent preschool through eighth grade project-based school located in Durham, NC since 1947.

• 351.2 mi away

• 3716 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705

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Montessori Farm School is an educational institution that focuses on nurturing children ages 3-6 using the Montessori method. The school emphasizes a diverse and inclusive environment where each child can realize their full potential.

• 351.4 mi away

• 2400 Broad St, Ste 2, Durham, NC

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At Early Start Academy, our philosophy centers on guided learning, creating developmentally, culturally, and individually appropriate environments where children can explore and thrive. We aim to partner with families to support each child’s unique growth and development, celebrating every child as an individual. We firmly believe that "An Early Start is a Great Start!" We keep families informed and engaged through Brightwheel, Facebook, and Instagram. Enrollment is open to children aged 6 weeks to 5 years, welcoming all without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, or disability.

• 351.8 mi away

• 702 Trent Dr, Durham, NC 27705

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The Playhouse offers your child a wonderful place to explore, experiment, and pursue their own interest creating an environment home away from home. Our program is designed for children ages 3 years old through 12 years old. We offer creative themes in which our themes are enhanced throughout the learning centers with an emphasis on math, reading, writing, language, and science. The well rounded experience that your child receives is geared to help your child learn, play, and grow!

• 351.9 mi away

• 1239 Berkeley St, Durham, NC 27705

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At Afton Nature School, we believe in child-directed, creative learning that fosters teamwork, flexibility, and self-confidence. Our approach emphasizes the process of thinking and collaboration over rigid methods, allowing children to explore and express themselves freely. Through hands-on activities like cooking, gardening, and caring for pets, we nurture self-help skills and independence. Physical fitness is promoted through outdoor play, music, movement, and yoga, with our natural playscape encouraging exploration and adventure. Classrooms feature natural materials, high-quality wooden toys, and rotating items that inspire projects and creativity. Our literacy, math, art, and dramatic play areas are thoughtfully designed to develop pre-academic skills, creative expression, and a love for learning, preparing children for future success.

• 352.1 mi away

• 109 Hillcrest Ave, Carrboro, NC 27510

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Learning Outside offers outdoor programs for children, including Forest Kindergarten, After School Nature Clubs, and Summer Camps, all designed to connect kids with nature. These programs are held year-round at the Triangle Land Conservancy's Irvin Nature Preserve and focus on unstructured outdoor learning. The camps have a low camper-to-instructor ratio and are led by experienced naturalists and educators. They aim to foster a love for nature and instill lifelong stewardship values.

• 352.1 mi away

• 2912B Jones Ferry Rd, Chapel Hill, NC

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Durham Academy is a private, independent school in Durham, North Carolina, serving students from preschool through 12th grade. Known for its rigorous academics, the school emphasizes character development, leadership, and community service. With a commitment to fostering critical thinking and creativity, Durham Academy offers a well-rounded education that includes strong arts, athletics, and extracurricular programs, preparing students for success in college and beyond.

• 352.3 mi away

• 3501 Ridge Rd, Durham, NC 27705

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Our Academy offers quality education in a day care that puts the children first. Each classroom (Toddler room for ages 12 months to 2 1/2 years, Transition to preschool for 2 1/2 year old’s, Preschool For Ages 3-6) provides a stimulating environment using developmental appropriate activities in cultivating each child’s natural desire to learn. That helps each child to become confident, self-motivated and academically prepared when entering School.

• 352.4 mi away

• 103 Laurel Ave, Carrboro, NC 27510

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Beth El Preschool is a child-centered preschool that encourages each child's sense of wonder, joyful individuality and personal achievement. Our low teacher-student ratios and small classes encourage close friendships, caring and sharing, and a warm sense of community. Our theme-based and age-appropriate curriculum fosters a life-long love of learning. We offer half-day programs designed for children 18 months through Pre-Kindergarten.

• 352.6 mi away

• 800 Watts St, Durham, NC 27701

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Gifted Stars Early Learning Academy offers a nurturing environment for children ages 6 months to 6 years. Our program blends fun and learning through weekly themed lessons, STEM, sign language, Spanish, outdoor yoga, cooking, field trips, and arts & crafts. We emphasize kindergarten readiness with a curriculum designed for a strong educational foundation, featuring healthy organic snacks and a clean, aromatherapy-based environment.

• 352.6 mi away

• 110 N Elliott Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27514

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Montessori Day School of Chapel Hill is dedicated to providing a Montessori-based education for children in a nurturing and collaborative environment. The school emphasizes a child-centered approach, allowing students to engage in hands-on learning and foster independence, curiosity, and creativity. Montessori Day School offers programs for children aged 18 months through 6th grade, combining academics, arts, social skills, and emotional development.

• 352.9 mi away

• 1702 Legion Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27517

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Wonderland Enrichment is a preschool in Durham, NC, dedicated to providing a nurturing environment where young children can explore, learn, and grow. With a focus on creativity, curiosity, and hands-on experiences, Wonderland Enrichment offers a variety of early childhood education programs designed to stimulate cognitive, social, and emotional development.

• 353 mi away

• 1101 W Main St, Durham, NC 27701

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Indigo Montessori School, located in Durham, NC, is a private preschool and kindergarten offering a high-quality Montessori education for children ages infant through six. Situated near Duke University’s East Campus and Durham's Brightleaf Square, the school provides a nurturing environment where children can thrive through a child-centered, hands-on learning approach. Indigo Montessori focuses on fostering independence, creativity, and critical thinking, allowing children to explore and learn at their own pace in a supportive and engaging setting. The school offers a beautiful urban location with a strong commitment to individualized care and education.

• 353 mi away

• 1101 W Main St A, Durham, NC 27701

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Binkley Preschool is a half-day preschool centrally located in the heart of Chapel Hill, serving children ages 2, 3, 4, and 5. Our mission and philosophy is unchanged since our founding in 1965. Binkley Preschool was established on the belief that all children in the community should benefit from a high-quality preschool experience. Our unparalleled scholarship program helps make this possible for many families. At Binkley Preschool, we have always believed that children learn best through play. We strive to foster a loving, nurturing, environment that is challenging, stimulating, and age-appropriate. Our goal is to give our preschoolers a solid foundation upon which to build their education.

• 353.1 mi away

• 1712 Willow Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27514

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Montessori School of Durham is the first accredited Montessori school in North Carolina, serving children from 6 months through 6th grade. Committed to the Montessori philosophy, the school provides a nurturing environment that fosters independent learning, critical thinking, and a love for discovery. With a focus on academic excellence, emotional growth, and social responsibility, students are encouraged to explore and learn at their own pace. The school’s dedicated faculty supports each child’s individual development, creating a strong foundation for lifelong learning and success.

• 353.1 mi away

• 2800 Pickett Rd, Durham, NC 27705

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Lakewood Avenue Children's School is a nurturing, child-centered preschool offering programs for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Rooted in play-based, hands-on learning, the school fosters curiosity, creativity, and social-emotional development in a warm and inclusive environment. With a strong focus on collaboration, exploration, and individual growth, Lakewood Avenue encourages children to build meaningful connections and develop a lifelong love for learning. Its dedicated staff and thoughtfully designed spaces create a supportive community where children thrive and families feel valued.

• 353.4 mi away

• 1701 W Lakewood Ave, Durham, NC 27707

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Bull City Music School is passionate about fostering musical growth through personalized, high-quality instruction. We offer a supportive environment for students of all ages, with a focus on both musical skill development and real-world performance experiences. Whether you're exploring music for the first time or refining your craft, our expert instructors provide tailored lessons in a variety of instruments, including piano, violin, guitar, drums, percussion, trumpet, cello, and voice. Our programs also include opportunities for music career preparation, ensuring that students are well-equipped to pursue their musical passions both on stage and beyond.

• 353.5 mi away

• 3329 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd #201, Durham, NC 27707

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Family Preschool is a cooperative, play-based preschool that has served the Triangle community for over 50 years. With our cooperative preschool model, parents experience their child’s early years of development through direct engagement in the classroom. Our experienced teachers provide a nurturing environment for children to learn, play, and grow alongside their parents and loved ones in a half-day setting.

• 353.7 mi away

• 4907 Garrett Rd, Durham, NC 27707

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Wildflower School offers a nature-based learning experience, blending the forest school and Reggio Emilia approaches to foster emotional regulation, social skills, and intellectual curiosity. Through a hands-on, creative environment, children aged 2-6 develop self-awareness and relational abilities. With an emphasis on play and emotional intelligence, Wildflower School creates a supportive space for growth, guiding children in authentic friendships and self-expression.

• 353.7 mi away

• 3100 Damascus Church Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27516

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Founded in 1980 and accredited by the American Montessori Society, the Montessori Community School (MCS) in Durham, NC, serves students from toddler through 8th grade. Rooted in the Montessori philosophy, MCS provides a child-centered, hands-on learning environment that fosters independence, creativity, and academic excellence. With a focus on individualized education and community engagement, MCS prepares students to thrive as confident, compassionate learners.

• 353.7 mi away

• 4512 Pope Rd, Durham, NC 27707

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International Montessori School (IMS) offers a unique language immersion experience for children ages 18 months to 6th grade. With a focus on Spanish, French, and Mandarin, IMS combines the Montessori method with immersive language learning, helping children develop fluency in a second language while fostering independence, creativity, and critical thinking. The school provides a nurturing, bilingual environment that supports the cognitive, social, and emotional development of young learners.

• 353.7 mi away

• 3001 Academy Road, Suite 300 Durham, NC 27707

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Primrose Schools provides accredited early childhood education for infants and children starting at six weeks old. With a focus on nurturing active minds, healthy bodies, and happy hearts, we offer a secure, enriching environment where children can thrive and grow to their full potential.

• 353.9 mi away

• 4527 Pope Rd Durham, NC 27707

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Our Playhouse Preschool is a Reggio-inspired, project-based preschool located in the heart of Durham. We provide a dynamic learning environment where children learn, play, and explore through hands-on, inquiry-driven projects that spark creativity and critical thinking. With a focus on social, emotional, and cognitive development, our approach encourages children to become active participants in their learning journey. Our dedicated educators support each child’s natural curiosity, helping them build a strong foundation for lifelong learning, collaboration, and problem-solving. At Our Playhouse Preschool, every day is an opportunity for discovery and growth.

• 354 mi away

• 2400 University Dr, Durham, NC 27707

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