Wichita Preschools & Schools
We are often asked for the best Wichita preschools and schools in Wichita and surrounding areas. There are a variety of education options in the Wichita area including a good mix of public, private, virtual, and homeschool. We hope to serve as a starting point of your research with a guide to some of the education options, including preschools and public and private schools, Wichita has to offer!
Included in this guide is early childhood through high school options, early intervention and special education tips, homeschool resources, kids day out programs, after-school activities – along with schools we have partnered with for features with extra details and highlights.
Please let us know if we’re missing any Wichita preschools or schools from the comprehensive section (you can comment below!). And if you are a private school that would like information on being featured – please email: info@wichitamom.com.
Thank you to the preschools and schools in Wichita who have sponsored this guide.
Wichita Collegiate School
Type of school: Age 2 through Grade 12
Location: 9115 E. 13th Street, Wichita, KS 67206
The Independent School
Type of school: six weeks through grade 12
Location: 8317 East Douglas//East
The Independent School, an early learning-grade 12 college preparatory institution, begins nurturing young minds as early as six weeks old. We foster a dynamic and inclusive learning environment, renowned for our commitment to individualized education. By prioritizing critical thinking, creativity, and character development, we empower students to reach their fullest potential. Our diverse curriculum integrates traditional subjects, cutting-edge technology, and experiential learning, offering students a journey of intellectual exploration. Dedicated educators inspire a love for learning, encouraging students to question, collaborate, and innovate. Grounded in the values of respect and responsibility, The Independent School prepares well-rounded individuals to navigate a rapidly evolving world with confidence and adaptability, building a strong foundation for lifelong success.
Khan Lab School Wichita
Type of school: 2nd-10th
Location: 703 E. Douglas Ave Suite 250//Downtown
Khan Lab School (KLS) Wichita, a non-profit school inspired by Khan Academy founder Sal Khan, implements innovative, student-centered
education. Born out of Khan Lab School’s success in Silicon Valley, KLS Wichita expands outside the region, offering mixed-grade cohorts at the Wichita Learning Lab. The school plans to extend to senior year as students progress through high school.
KLS Wichita sees greater potential in students than society acknowledges. Embracing mastery learning, students collaborate, contribute meaningfully, and prioritize understanding over competition. They cultivate diverse interests and skills, showcasing achievements innovatively and shaping their own futures. To hear more about our school and learning philosophy, feel free to reach out to our school director, Kyle Ellison.
Trinity Academy
Type of school: K-12
Location: 12345 E. 21st St N//East
Trinity Academy is a rigorous K-12 school where our affection for Jesus and one another inspires lifelong faith. The school provides meaningful community for both parents and students and offers a full range of athletic programs, award-winning fine arts, and excellent academics.
Contact Audra Sanchez, admissions director, at 316-634-0909 to arrange a private tour. In addition, students in grades 2 – 12 are welcome to shadow. Students can meet the teachers, interact with the student body, and experience a day in the life as a Trinity Knight!
Phillips Fundamental Learning Center
Type of School: Literacy and Dyslexia-Focused Educational Center
Location: 14533 E Sharon Lane//East
Phillips Fundamental Learning Center (PFLC) is Kansas’s leading non-profit 501(C)(3) dedicated to overcoming literacy challenges for students, with a primary focus on supporting children with dyslexia. PFLC offers comprehensive assessments and full educational evaluations for children ages 5-18, providing families with actionable insights into their child’s learning needs. The center is home to Rolph Literacy Academy, a day school for children with dyslexia ages 5-11, and the Andeel Teacher Literacy Institute, which trains teachers and parents in dyslexia instruction using Science of Reading methods.
PFLC’s programs align with the Kansas Dyslexia Task Force recommendations, emphasizing structured literacy to ensure effective reading, writing, and spelling instruction for all learners. Committed to empowering students, PFLC’s mission is ‘all kids reading, all kids succeeding,’ with a special focus on supporting those with dyslexia through evidence-based approaches and personalized support.
St. Boniface Academy
Type of School: K-12
Location: 6834 E 32nd St N.//East
Their mission is to partner with families to teach biblical truth, encourage critical thinking through the liberal arts, and prepare students for courageous living. They offer a 3-day school week with a Monday home day and an optional Friday Co-op. The K-12 program places students in learning levels based on their abilities, not just their age.
Central Christian Academy and Preschool
Type of School: Preschool – 12th
Location: 2900 N. Rock Road//East
Since 1982, Central Christian Academy has been developing devoted hearts, renewed minds and courageous souls through Christ-centered education. Their commitment to partner with the Christian home allows students to build a foundation for lifelong faith. Accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International (ASCI), CCA provides challenging and rewarding learning to students at each grade level with intentional training from a biblical worldview. Their growing student body represents a community of likeminded, committed, and fun-loving families who support, encourage and care for one another. Discover the lifelong impact a Christ-centered school community can have in shaping the hearts and minds of the next generation!
Andover eCademy
Type of School: K-12 Virtual School
Location: 1411 N Main Street//Andover
Andover eCademy offers the quality education provided by Andover Public Schools in a flexible environment that adapts to your family’s lifestyle. This K-12 school, open to any Kansas resident, provides virtual learning with highly qualified, state-certified teachers mixed with in-person opportunities for instruction, field trips, clubs and more. Learning coaches – often a parent – provide support to make learning a family activity. Students can learn at their own pace, when it’s convenient for them. They invite you to attend their Open House in April, an Information Session, or schedule a tour to learn if Andover eCademy is a good fit for your family!
Wichita Public Schools
Type of School: Eligible Preschool – 12th
Location: 83 schools across Wichita
Wichita Public Schools is the state’s largest school district, serving more than 46,000 students. Their mission is to prepare each student to achieve readiness for life, college and career through an innovative and impactful educational experience. Their magnet, virtual, alternative and neighborhood schools offer families many opportunities to find the best fit.
*Open House/Tour Information:
Magnet school site visits are available January 21-24, 2025, by calling schools directly to schedule. To learn more about other schools and opportunities to visit, call 316-973-4630.
Concordia Academy WIchita
Type of School: 9th – 12th
Location: 909 S Market St//Downtown
Concordia Academy-Wichita is Kansas’ only Lutheran high school and a recognized service organization of the Kansas District Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod. Committed to classical education rooted in Western tradition and the liberal arts, Concordia provides students with a well-rounded academic experience. Students study classical and modern languages, engage with the great books, explore the history of science, and delve into the major branches of mathematics and physical science. They also receive training in Renaissance art techniques, further enriching their educational journey.
The goal of classical education at Concordia is to prepare students for success in any vocation by fostering intellectual curiosity and personal growth. The school offers a wide array of extracurricular activities, allowing students to broaden their interests and skills. Concordia emphasizes the development of both the mind and body while nurturing the spirit through daily liturgical prayer and song, ensuring that Christ remains at the center of the students’ academic and personal lives. Their students grow in their love of learning and a love of neighbor through discipleship.
Concordia is a dually accredited high school with the Consortium for Classical Lutheran Education and the National Lutheran School Accreditation and a member school of the Association of Classical Christian Schools and KSHSAA.
Classical School of Wichita
Type of School: K – 12th
Location: 6355 Willowbrook//East
Classical School of Wichita is a private, Christian, K-12 school based on the classical model of teaching. Their mission, while functioning as an extension of the family, is to operate a K-12 school that cultivates wisdom and virtue in its students by nourishing their hearts and minds on truth, goodness, and beauty so that in Christ, they can glorify God and enjoy him forever. They pursue these goals through an ordered exploration of the True, the Good, and the Beautiful that is grounded in the liberal arts tradition and that forms students’ affections and the habits of lifelong learning.
Wichita Montessori School
Type of School: Preschool, K-12
Location: 8311 E. Douglas Ave//East
Throughout the years, the mission of Wichita Montessori School has remained constant: To provide a superior educational experience for children from the ages of 3-11, utilizing the Montessori methods of teaching and learning. It is their goal to address the intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth of each child entrusted to their care. Wichita Montessori School seeks diversity in its enrollment, in the belief that a child benefits from interacting with children of various talents and backgrounds. The school’s non-discriminatory policy insures that boys and girls of any race, color, nationality, or religious preference may enroll in the school.
Since opening their doors, hundreds of children have joined in their unique pursuit of learning. Their first graduates are now adults, making their own history.
Holy Cross Lutheran School
Type of School: Preschool – 8th
Location: 600 N. Greenwich Road//East
Holy Cross Lutheran School is a Christian preschool through 8th grade with excellent academics. They emphasize core Christian values. They study the core subjects and offer a variety of extracurricular opportunities. They have Latchkey and after school programs for sports and music. Holy Cross Lutheran is well established and has been in operation since 1959. They are well known in the community! Call at 316-684-4431 for a visit!
Honey Tree and Branches Academy
Type of School: Toddlers – 8th
Location: 12725 W. 21st N.//West
Honey Tree and Branches Academy, accredited by the Kansas State Department of Education, is a private institution offering Early Childhood, Elementary, and Middle School education. Their small class sizes and standards-based instruction allow for personalized attention, ensuring each child receives a high-quality education. They prioritize building strong, supportive relationships, fostering an environment of respect, responsibility, and structured choices. By utilizing differentiated instruction, they nurture each child’s unique abilities and interests, providing a strong academic foundation for their continued growth and success.
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Where are the public preschool for a 3 year olds in town
USD 259 offers preschool to kids who qualify – contact them for more information!
TAAG Kids Learning Center is a preschool in Goddard that is wonderful!!
Offering accelerated learning programs for children ages 2 to 5 years in a structured, quality, engaging environment. Accepting Fulltime, Parttime and specialized schedules.
What is the best school in Wichita for a child with auditory and visual processing disorders? Catholic preferred, but not sure the Catholic schools here really help kids with disabilities first-hand. 5th grader. Tired of the current situation. Catholic schooled, but the Catholic school ships her back and forth to a public school for her reading and math. Not sure why THEY cannot accommodate her learning needs. Looking for alternate solutions. Is there any school in Wichita that can provide a quality education with special help for a sweet, smart kid with a learning disability without disrupting her entire school experience? This really sucks for her.
Hi Charlene – we are so sorry to hear that your 5th grader is having a hard time. Way to go on being an advocate for your child! Not knowing the specifics of the needs of your kiddo, many of the neighborhood schools (public) provide state-funded resources and special needs assistance. I personally was a 4th grade teacher in Andover, and the resources were outstanding in my opinion. Additionally, there is the Fundamental Learning Center that might be worth a call – that would actually be my first call!