St. James Preschool curriculum is diverse and will prepare your child for their eventual next step into kindergarten.
Subjects such as art, music, language, and mathematics are gently introduced to children in a kind and open learning environment.
Our preschool teachers are known for their loving care and personalized attention to each student they teach.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Kindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
208 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: 'A creative learning experience in a Christian atmosphere of love and acceptance.'
- St. James Preschool curriculum is diverse and will prepare your child for their eventual next step into kindergarten.
- Subjects such as art, music, language, and mathematics are gently introduced to children in a kind and open learning environment.
- Our preschool teachers are known for their loving care and personalized attention to each student they teach.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for St. James Preschool?
The application deadline for St. James Preschool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to St. James Preschool is The Aurora School (0.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Great Beginnings Preschool - Leesburg United Methodist Church (0.1 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Great Beginnings Preschool - Leesburg United Methodist Church
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
107 W Market St
Leesburg, VA 20176
(703) 777-9859
Leesburg, VA 20176
(703) 777-9859
0.1 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 72 students Tuition listed
The Aurora School
Special Education School
601 Catoctin Cir Ne
Leesburg, VA 20176
(703) 777-1939
Leesburg, VA 20176
(703) 777-1939
0.8 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 48 students
Christ Community Church & School ![Christ Community Church & School Photo]( "Christ Community Church & School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
818 S King St
Leesburg, VA 20175
(571) 223-6736
Leesburg, VA 20175
(571) 223-6736
1 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 240 students
Leesburg KinderCare ![Leesburg KinderCare Photo - Leesburg KinderCare]( "Leesburg KinderCare Photo - Leesburg KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
60 Plaza St. NE
Leesburg, VA 20176
(703) 777-1998
Leesburg, VA 20176
(703) 777-1998
1 miles
Gr: NS-PK Tuition listed
835 Lee Ave. SW
Leesburg, VA 20175
(571) 252-9259
Leesburg, VA 20175
(571) 252-9259
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 256 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
The Aurora School
Special Education School
601 Catoctin Cir Ne
Leesburg, VA 20176
(703) 777-1939
Leesburg, VA 20176
(703) 777-1939
0.8 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 48 students
42009 Victory Ln
Leesburg, VA 20176
(703) 777-0800
Leesburg, VA 20176
(703) 777-0800
2.2 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 83 students
Revolution Sports Academy
Special Program Emphasis
19623 Evergreen Mills Rd
Leesburg, VA 20175
(571) 577-8700
Leesburg, VA 20175
(571) 577-8700
2.8 miles
Gr: 6-12 Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 1 Tuition listed
Fusion Academy Loudoun ![Fusion Academy Loudoun Photo - Each Fusion campus has a state-of-the-art music studio with professional-grade tools. Students can explore instruments, vocals, songwriting, DJ performing arts, and more.]( "Fusion Academy Loudoun Photo - Each Fusion campus has a state-of-the-art music studio with professional-grade tools. Students can explore instruments, vocals, songwriting, DJ performing arts, and more.")
Alternative School
19300 Promenade Dr., Suite 200
Leesburg, VA 20176
(877) 673-8893
Leesburg, VA 20176
(877) 673-8893
4.4 miles
Gr: 6-12 Tuition listed
19790 Ashburn Rd
Ashburn, VA 20147
(571) 209-5500
Ashburn, VA 20147
(571) 209-5500
5.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 827 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 18 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
The Aurora School
Special Education School
601 Catoctin Cir Ne
Leesburg, VA 20176
(703) 777-1939
Leesburg, VA 20176
(703) 777-1939
0.8 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 48 students
Christ Community Church & School ![Christ Community Church & School Photo]( "Christ Community Church & School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
818 S King St
Leesburg, VA 20175
(571) 223-6736
Leesburg, VA 20175
(571) 223-6736
1 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 240 students
835 Lee Ave. SW
Leesburg, VA 20175
(571) 252-9259
Leesburg, VA 20175
(571) 252-9259
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 256 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Montessori School Of Leesburg
Montessori School
166 Fort Evans Rd Ne
Leesburg, VA 20176
(703) 779-7791
Leesburg, VA 20176
(703) 779-7791
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 66 students
Destiny School Of The Arts
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
1241 S King St
Leesburg, VA 20175
(703) 771-6060
Leesburg, VA 20175
(703) 771-6060
2 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 159 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Great Beginnings Preschool - Leesburg United Methodist Church
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
107 W Market St
Leesburg, VA 20176
(703) 777-9859
Leesburg, VA 20176
(703) 777-9859
0.1 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 72 students Tuition listed
Christ Community Church & School ![Christ Community Church & School Photo]( "Christ Community Church & School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
818 S King St
Leesburg, VA 20175
(571) 223-6736
Leesburg, VA 20175
(571) 223-6736
1 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 240 students
Leesburg KinderCare ![Leesburg KinderCare Photo - Leesburg KinderCare]( "Leesburg KinderCare Photo - Leesburg KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
60 Plaza St. NE
Leesburg, VA 20176
(703) 777-1998
Leesburg, VA 20176
(703) 777-1998
1 miles
Gr: NS-PK Tuition listed
835 Lee Ave. SW
Leesburg, VA 20175
(571) 252-9259
Leesburg, VA 20175
(571) 252-9259
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 256 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Montessori School Of Leesburg
Montessori School
166 Fort Evans Rd Ne
Leesburg, VA 20176
(703) 779-7791
Leesburg, VA 20176
(703) 779-7791
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 66 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3284 Rectortown Rd
Marshall, VA 20115
(540) 422-7690
Marshall, VA 20115
(540) 422-7690
9230.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 254 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
(Math: 71% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4048 Zulla Road
Marshall, VA 20115
(540) 422-7450
Marshall, VA 20115
(540) 422-7450
9230.7 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 426 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4096 Zulla Road
Marshall, VA 20116
(540) 422-7550
Marshall, VA 20116
(540) 422-7550
9230.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 355 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
35231 Snake Hill Rd
Middleburg, VA 20117
(540) 751-2480
Middleburg, VA 20117
(540) 751-2480
9233.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 139 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Magnet School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15801 Tanning House Place
Haymarket, VA 20169
(571) 402-3500
Haymarket, VA 20169
(571) 402-3500
9233.5 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 1,436 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
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