Best Pre-K Schools & Programs in Boulder, CO
Childcare center offering early education and enrichment with a focus on literacy, art, early academics, physical education, and social skills. Utilizing a play-based curriculum designed to inspire a...
Prekindergarten Program
Final year of preschool designed to prepare children for kindergarten. Program puts a strong emphasis on literacy and language arts. Daily routine includes: reading, writing, math, science, Spanish instruction, movement, art, and music. We are a contracted provider with CO Universal Preschool (UPK).
Preschool Program
Hands-on preschool program with a strong focus on school readiness. Children are encouraged to think independently and express their individuality. Your child’s day is filled with creating, experimenting, and imaginary play. Curriculum includes: math, science, language, and spanish. Children begin to expand social skills and build friendships.
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Preschool program promoting play-based and bilingual education. Center is parent cooperative, encouraging parents and/or caretakers to volunteer assisting in the classroom, and with other areas of...
Speaks Spanish
Preschool program supporting Christian faith-based teachings and values. Center is church affiliated and seeks to promote spiritual development among all students. Curriculum is largely play-based and...
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The Boulder JCC is proud to be home to an award-winning preschool, the Jay and Rose Phillips Early Childhood Center. Recognized as one of Boulder’s best preschools, we provide a premier early...
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Montessori-based preschool and childcare program supporting self-directed multi-sensory play. Children are encouraged to engage in independent and group play experiences to explore their environment...
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Preschool offering a Reggio Emilia-inspired program that focuses on outdoor learning, gardening, farm visits, and producing healthy snacks. School bus takes the children on field trips to visit parks,...
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Learning center provides childcare and early learning services for preschool-age children. Curriculum changes monthly and topics include animals, nature, space, holidays, history, and insects....
Speaks Spanish
Daycare and preschool offering services to infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children in South Boulder. Program focuses on academic, social, and emotional development. Children are encouraged to...
Speaks Spanish
Nature-based program providing care and educational services t toddler, preschool, and school-age children. Program has a variety of "Camp Experience" for each age group. Curriculum includes natural...
Speaks Spanish
School providing educational services to infant, toddler, preschool, and school-age children. Curriculum focuses on self-care and practical life skills such as food preparation, gardening, dressing,...
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Specialty school providing children with care and educational services. Curriculum is arts-focused and also includes common core early education subjects. Activities include yoga, dance, group...
Speaks Spanish
School providing educational services to toddlers and preschool-age children. Contemplative education supports experiential learning and evolves through play and connection versus imposed rules and...
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Play-based, mixed-age preschool offering services to children and families in Boulder's Wonderland Lake area. Program encourages exploration and imagination, with an emphasis on character development....
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Preschool offering early childhood education services to children and families in Boulder. Program focuses on language skills and social development, and encourages problem-solving and exploration....
Speaks Spanish
Montessori school located on a three-acre campus and in operation since 1964. Community environment encourages parents, students, and teachers to work together. Children work on academic, physical,...
Speaks Spanish
School provides childcare and educational services for preschool and school-age children. Curriculum includes reading, writing, numbers, letters, shapes, colors, STEM, and Spanish. Activities include...
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Childcare and preschool center operated by the YWCA. Center supports play-based learning with an emphasis on social-emotional development, communication and literacy, and physical development....
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Blue Leaf School, inspired by the principles of Resources for Infant Educarers (RIE), is a beacon of holistic education. We prioritize a nurturing atmosphere and curriculum fostering creativity,...
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Montessori-based school providing care and educational services to infant, toddler, and preschool-age children. Curriculum varies by age group and includes sensory play, reading, writing, colors,...
Speaks Spanish
Learning center providing care services to young children in the area, Curriculum includes reading, writing, language development, basic math, science, and life skills. Additional activities promote...
Speaks Spanish
Childcare program offering indoor and outdoor learning environments. Children split time a creek-side outdoor play area and an indoor classroom. Activities include dance, STEAM science, cooking,...
Speaks Spanish
Preschool providing care services to young children in the area. Creative Curriculum focuses on developmental and academic progress including reading, writing, language development, basic math,...
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Preschool center emphasizing the importance of learning through play and social interaction. Children are encouraged to develop communication skills, motor skills, improve social-emotional...
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Home-based childcare center providing care services to infant, toddler, preschool, and school-age children. Curriculum includes fine and gross motor skills development, reading, writing, geography,...
Speaks Spanish
Nursery providing care services to infant, toddler, preschool, and school-age children. Children focus on a single book each week which influences the curriculum and activities. Curriculum varies by...
Speaks Spanish
Learning program providing care and educational services to infant, toddler, preschool, and school-age children. Program uses the HighScope Curriculum which incorporates common core subjects in an...
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Preschool program focused on providing support and educational support for children of all abilities. Center operates in conjunction with the University of Colorado and acts as a teaching lab for...
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Site offers variety of services for children including infant/toddler care, preschool, Kindergarten, before and after school care, and summer day camps. Individual learning plans are created to ensure...
Speaks Spanish
Preschool providing care and educational services to young children in the area. Curriculum focuses on social, emotional, and intellectual development. Activities include arts and crafts, group time,...
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Hands-on, nature-based center offering services to children and families in Boulder. Center offers school-break and summer camps, as well as afterschool programs at Boulder and Broomfield County...
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Preschool and childcare center providing educational care for children of low-income families. Program is bilingual and multicultural to promote communication, diversity, and early literacy skills...
Speaks Spanish
Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 3740 Martin Dr in Martin Acres in Boulder, CO.
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Columbine Elementary School is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 3130 Repplier St in Old North Boulder in Boulder, CO.
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Heatherwood Elementary School is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 7750 Concord Dr in Gunbarrel in Boulder, CO.
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Community Montessori School is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 805 Gillaspie Dr in Table Mesa in Boulder, CO.
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Boulder Country Day is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 4820 Nautilus Ct S in Gunbarrel in Boulder, CO. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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Golden Aspen Bilingual Academy is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 745 College Ave in Flagstaff in Boulder, CO. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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Mackintosh Academy is a site-based childcare provider offering daycare programs located at 6717 S Boulder Rd in Boulder, CO. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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BVSD Mesa Elementary Preschool is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 1575 Lehigh St in South Boulder in Boulder, CO. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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Located at 3900 Orange Ct in Boulder, CO, Jarrow Montessori School is the state's first Montessori institution, established in 1964. It offers a comprehensive education for PK-6 students with a...
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Mountain Shadows International Montessori School in Boulder, CO, offers Montessori programs for children aged 12 months to sixth grade. Located at 4154 63rd Street, the school provides an immersive...
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Bixby School, located at 4760 Table Mesa Dr, Boulder, CO, is a private, alternative elementary school founded in 1970. It fosters a nurturing environment where children explore their unique abilities...
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Sacred Heart of Jesus Early Learning Center is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 1317 Mapleton Ave in Whittier in Boulder, CO. Contact this provider to inquire about...
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Promise Christian Preschool is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 270 76th St in Boulder, CO. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Meadowlark Preschool is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 2650 Table Mesa Dr in South Boulder in Boulder, CO. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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Golden Aspen Early Learning Center is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 4775 Cambridge St in Gunbarrel in Boulder, CO. Contact this provider to inquire about prices...
Speaks Spanish
Boulder County Head Start (Woodlands) is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 2675 Mapleton Ave in Whittier in Boulder, CO. Contact this provider to inquire about prices...
Speaks Spanish
Acorn School for Early Childhood Development is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 2845 Wilderness Pl in Transit Village in Boulder, CO. Contact this provider to inquire...
Speaks Spanish
BVSD Eisenhower Elementary Preschool is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 1220 Eisenhower Dr in Arapahoe Ridge in Boulder, CO. Contact this provider to inquire about...
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University Hill Elementary School is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 956 16th St in Central Boulder in Boulder, CO.
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Cost of Child Care in Colorado by Age, City & Type
Curious how much daycare or preschool really costs in Colorado? We break down average childcare rates by city, age, and program type—based on real data from local providers.
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How to Find and Apply for Childcare Assistance in Colorado
Explore financial assistance programs available in Colorado, including childcare subsidies, tax credits, and free preschool options for eligible families.
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What is the difference between preschool, Pre-K, and TK?
Preschool, Pre-K, and Transitional Kindergarten (TK) are all great options for children, depending on their ages and academic needs. Learn the difference.
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What is Universal Pre-K?
Universal Pre-K is a free, state-funded program for four-year-olds designed to introduce children to the pre-academic skills needed for Kindergarten.
FAQs About Boulder Pre-K Programs
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Do public schools have Pre-K?
- Yes! Some public schools do offer Pre-K. These programs can be free for families who qualify, but details—like how many hours kids attend and the age cutoff—depend on where you live. Reach out to your local district to learn more.
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At what age should I enroll my child in Pre-K?
- In most states, children start Pre-K around age four. Depending on when you live, appllications may be due months before they're eligible to attend.
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What is Pre-K?
- Pre-K is an early learning program designed for children before they enter kindergarten. It emphasizes foundational learning, social skills, and early literacy and numeracy development.