Guide to Preschools and Schools in Wichita

Some of the most common questions we receive include recommendations for preschool and school options in the Wichita area. The WMB Team’s kids are a diverse mix of public, private, virtual, and homeschool. We always suggest asking specific questions in your local neighborhood group as you will hear straight from other moms their experiences, and of course we recommend research of the schools you are interested in. But we are here to list and highlight some of the education options Wichita has to offer! 

For information on upcoming school open houses, be sure to check out our Guide to Open Houses in Wichita.

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Scroll all the way to the bottom for an A-Z listing of other school options and resources in Wichita!

Type of School: Virtual
Ages: K-12
Hours of Operation: Monday-Thursday 8 a.m.- 4 p.m., Friday 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Andover eCademy students get “All the Best Parts of School.”  Andover eCademy is a K-12 virtual school that enables students to take ownership of their learning.  Students may work quickly through the areas they understand, take their time in areas that need extra attention, and put an emphasis on subjects that interest them most.  Some of the state’s top teachers work with eCademy families through our blended learning environment, combining the benefits of the virtual and traditional classrooms.  Blended learning enhances online learning with opportunities for labs, clubs, field trips, and other face-to-face cooperative learning.  eCademy also eliminates many situations that might interfere with your child’s education.  This combination of benefits has proven to create an environment that leads to a natural love for learning.

Type of School: Christian Preschool through Grade 8
Ages: Preschool age 3 to grade 8 
Hours of Operation:  8:10-3:30 for K-8 and 8:15-3:15 for Preschool
Before/After School Care: Preschool and K to grade 8 before/after school care 

Holy Cross School has a warm and loving Christian environment. We are the only school in Kansas with three accreditations (State of Kansas, AdvancEd, and National Lutheran School Accreditation).  Holy Cross students are well-known for their high academic achievement and benefit from cutting-edge technology, a Christ-centered rigorous curriculum, small class sizes, comprehensive core class offerings, Spanish, P.E., religion, weekly chapel services, vocal music, band, art, library, electives for middle school, mission service opportunities,  parent involvement, and experienced teachers.

Type of School: Virtual School
Ages: Kindergarten – 6th Grade
Hours of Operation:  M-F, 8 am-4 pm

Kansas Virtual Academy (KSVA) and K12 work together, in partnership with you, to awaken the joy of learning in your child. The result can be greater academic success, confidence, and independence, both in school and beyond. Kansas Virtual Academy and K12 give Kansas kids in grades K–6 the chance to learn in the ways that are right for them with: the award-winning curriculum from K12, the leading online K–12 curriculum provider and an AdvancED-accredited company; A full-time, tuition-free online public school option with no student fees; Support from Kansas-licensed teachers with extensive training in online instruction from K12; An active, supportive school community; Social and extracurricular activities; An Advanced Learner Program; Books and materials; World languages for grades 1–6; and Student support services ranging from national K12 parent and student networks to local community-based resources.

Type of School: Early Education and Childcare
Ages: 6 weeks old – Kindergarten
Hours of Operation:  6:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Before/After School Care: before and after school care and summer/holiday camps

We not only nurture collaboration, we model it! Working together toward a common goal is something we practice every day at Primrose Schools. We foster meaningful relationships with families, school staff and the community to help optimize each child’s learning and growth. We call it 360 Parenting^® for Children. Who children become is as important as what they know! We invite interested East side and West side families to schedule a tour to learn more about our unique school!

Type of school: Private, College Preparatory
Ages:  Age 2 through 12^th Grade
Hours of Operation: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Before/After School Care: for ages 2 – 8^th grade, starting at 7:30 a.m. and ending at 6 p.m.
Location: 9115 E. 13^th Street, Wichita, KS 67206

Since 1963, Wichita Collegiate School has been the leading college preparatory school in Wichita, serving students from age 2 through Grade 12. WCS is an exciting place where children thrive and grow, becoming tomorrow’s leaders through a diverse and caring community with passionate teachers and an inspiring curriculum.

Type of School: Classical Christian School
Ages: Pre-K through 5^th grade
Hours of Operation:  8:15 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before/After School Care: YES
Location: 7515 E. 13^th Street

Christ the Savior Academy is a Christian, classical school that teaches students how to learn to ensure that they love to learn for the rest of their lives. Our 6:1 student/teacher ratio ensures students get the individual attention they need.

Type of School: Christian K-12
Ages: 5 – 18
Hours of Operation: K-8: 8:15 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., 9-12: 8 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.
Before/After School Care: Yes
Location: 12345 E. 21^stSt. N.

Trinity Academy is a distinctly Christian, college prep school with 325 high school students and the recent addition of a new K-8. Though the school has outstanding fine arts, athletics and academics, the school’s vision has always been far greater: to equip young leaders to impact the world for Christ.

Type of School: Private/College Preparatory
Ages: Pre-K – 12th Grade
Hours of Operation: 8 a.m.- 3:10 p.m.
Before/After School Care: Yes
Location: 8317 E. Douglas Ave. 

The Independent School was voted #1 Private School in Wichita this year! Independent is a college preparatory school with an inclusive community of students, families and faculty who share a commitment to academic success and individual excellence. With small class sizes and caring teachers, this is an environment rich in interactive learning and limitless in opportunity. Independent Inspires! 

Type of School: Early childhood and private elementary
Ages: 12 months – 5th grade
Hours of Operation: 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Before/After School Care: Yes
Location: 12725 W. 21st St N.

We are proud to offer the highest quality early childhood and elementary education possible. Our private school provides caring, highly qualified licensed educators that integrate challenging learning experiences into the curriculum that are appropriate to the developmental and differentiated academic levels of the children, and guide children through a path of life long learning committed to growing the whole child: cognitively, physically, socially and emotionally.

Type of School: Year-round early childhood program offering full and half day preschool
Ages: 12 months – 6 years
Hours of Operation: 7:15 a.m.- 6:00 p.m.
Before/After School Care: Yes
Location: 8330 E. Douglas Ave. 

Discovery Place provides a responsive and nurturing environment where children come to experience creativity and learn by discovery. The program uses a developmentally appropriate, emergent, and multi-dimensional curriculum design for in-depth, integrated learning.

Type of School: Christian School Serving Pre-K-8th Grade
Location: 2900 N. Rock Road  Wichita
Ages: 2 1/2 – 14 years
Hours: 8am to 4pm Monday – Friday

For 35 years, the mission of Central Christian Academy (CCA) has been to partner with the Christian home and local church to educate and equip students to reach their full academic, physical and spiritual potential in Jesus Christ.

Type of School: Preschool
Ages: 2 1/2 years to 5 years
Location:  745 N. Westlink 

We provide a variety of experiences such as classroom learning, field trips, special visitors, special days, cooking and more. We also work with parents to meet their child’s individual needs.

Type of School: Diocese of Wichita Catholic School
Location: 18218 W Highway 54 (Goddard)
Ages: Preschool-8th Grade
Hours: 7:50-3:20 for K-8, 8:00-11:00 or 8:00-3:00 for Preschool, Preschool-8th Before/After School Care

The Catholic schools in the Diocese of Wichita are recognized as a leader in high standards, innovation, ongoing staff development, and especially for the stewardship way of life. Holy Spirit Catholic School in Goddard strives toward a higher level of commitment from our students, parents, and staff to build this community of faith. You are welcome to schedule an appointment anytime to meet our staff, tour our school, and learn more about what Holy Spirit Catholic School has to offer.

Type of School: Private Elementary K-6
Location: 3500 N. Rock Rd., Bldg 2700, Wichita, KS 6726
Ages: 5-12

At Compass Star Montessori, we believe in a child-centered, family-focused approach to learning. Using traditional Montessori methods, we help foster your child’s individual learning style and interests by instilling a sense of wonder and confidence to empower your child and guide them to academic success. Opportunities to work both independently as well as with children of different ages strengthens their social skills and boosts confidence. 

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