Preschools in Pittsburgh
11 preschools near Pittsburgh, PA, including Montessori and other private programs. Compare approach, tuition, hours, and location — then save your shortlist.
Pittsburgh Montessori School
Public Montessori magnet program in the Friendship neighborhood serving preschool through grade 5.
L'Asilo by La Scuola d'Italia Galileo Galilei
Italian-language immersion preschool in Shadyside blending Montessori and Reggio Emilia methods.
Shadyside Presbyterian Church Nursery School
Play-based church-affiliated nursery school in Shadyside serving children ages two to five.
Community Preschool and Nursery
Nonprofit preschool and nursery on Pittsburgh's North Side.
Little Explorers
Exploratory play-based early learning center in the South Side Flats neighborhood.
South Side Children's Center
Nonprofit child development center and preschool in the South Side Flats neighborhood.
The Shady Lane School
Play-based independent school in the Point Breeze North neighborhood serving young children.
JCC Early Childhood Development Center - Squirrel Hill
Reggio Emilia-inspired early childhood center in Squirrel Hill operated by the Jewish Community Center.
TMC Early Learning Center
Child-centered early learning center in the Homewood neighborhood.
River Valley School
Independent progressive preschool and elementary school in the Regent Square neighborhood.
Beth Shalom Early Learning Center
Play-based early learning center in Squirrel Hill affiliated with Congregation Beth Shalom.
Preschool approaches in Pittsburgh
The programs listed here include play-based, Reggio Emilia, Montessori and progressive. New to the differences? Compare Montessori vs. play-based, read what children learn in preschool, or browse all our guides.
Montessori preschools in Pittsburgh
One of the programs listed above is a Montessori preschool — child-led, mixed-age classrooms with hands-on materials and long, focused work periods. New to the method? Read what Montessori is, compare Montessori vs. play-based, and see how much Montessori costs.
How much does preschool cost in Pittsburgh?
Preschool tuition in Pittsburgh depends on the program, the schedule (half-day vs. full-day), and the approach — Montessori and full-day private programs usually cost more than part-time or co-op options. Where a school publishes pricing it's shown on its listing above; otherwise ask the school for a current quote. Our guide on how much preschool costs shows how to compare the real price, and how to afford preschool covers subsidies, TK, and Head Start that can lower it.
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Frequently asked questions
What preschool approaches are available in Pittsburgh?
First Cubby lists play-based, Reggio Emilia, Montessori and progressive programs in Pittsburgh, among others. Each school's approach is shown on its listing.
How much is preschool tuition in Pittsburgh?
Preschool tuition in Pittsburgh varies widely by program, schedule (half- vs. full-day), and approach — Montessori and full-day private programs typically cost more. Pricing is shown on a listing where the school publishes it; otherwise contact the school. Our guide on how much preschool costs explains how to compare the real price, and how to afford preschool covers subsidies and free options.
Are there Montessori preschools in Pittsburgh?
Yes — one Montessori program is listed in Pittsburgh above. Montessori classrooms are child-led and mixed-age with hands-on materials; see our guide on what Montessori is.
Are the preschools in Pittsburgh private?
Most standalone preschools in Pittsburgh are private (tuition-based). Free and lower-cost options can exist too — Transitional Kindergarten, state pre-K, and Head Start — which our guides on preschool cost and how to afford preschool explain.
How do I choose a preschool in Pittsburgh?
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