Best Pre-K Schools & Programs in Erie, CO
The Goddard School of Erie is a private preschool center with highly qualified teachers. Our center features an outdoor playground, a STEAM computer lab, and a dedicated music and dance studio. We...
Pre-Kindergarten
As children prepare for Kindergarten, our Pre-K classroom offers exciting opportunities for them to develop the skills they will need while making friends and exploring the world around them. Our Pre-Kindergarten program helps your child learn more about themselves, others and the world around them. Teachers engage in play with students, helping them to develop their social skills and learn more about effective communication. Our Wonder of Learning™ curriculum emphasizes a child-led, teacher-guided approach, encouraging interactive, purposeful learning experiences that allows students to grow their math and literacy skills, preparing them for Kindergarten and beyond.
Preschool Classroom
In our Preschool classroom, children start their journeys into a cooperative learning environment where they can discover interests and learn in a more structured setting. At The Goddard School®, we recognize that classrooms are made up of many unique children and teachers work to create engaging, innovative, play-based lessons with the interests and needs of every child in mind. Through the power of asking a question, your child will learn how to seek answers and advocate for themselves in the classroom. The Wonder of Learning™ curriculum takes your child's natural curiosity and encourages them to ask even more questions because asking questions fuels learning. When children want to know something, they learn faster and learning becomes an understanding that lasts a lifetime.
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Primrose School of Erie at Vista Ridge is a private preschool offering Balanced Learning® early education and child care. Programs include Infant, Toddler, Early Preschool, Preschool Pathways,...
Pre-Kindergarten
In our Pre-Kindergarten program, your child begins to develop emergent reading, writing, science, technology, engineering and math skills within large-group, small-group and independent settings.
Preschool
Your preschooler is beginning to connect letters, sounds and numbers, expanding their world through reading and math. They’re building critical-thinking skills, early physical fitness and an understanding of nutrition. Our teachers support that learning and encourage your child to think in new and different ways.
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At Little Sunshine’s Playhouse of Erie, CO, we believe every child’s educational journey should begin at a preschool that feels safe, nurturing, and full of joy. Our warm and welcoming daycare...
Pre-K
It is our mission to prepare your child for a successful year in the wonderful world of kindergarten. Our skilled pre-K teachers help build essential skills by carefully crafting engaging activities that balance instructed learning and purposeful play.
Preschool
We design our preschool classrooms with developmental milestones in mind and equip each classroom with age-appropriate, educational toys to help continue inspiring your preschoolers curiosity and desire to learn and engage with their classmates and their environment.
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Thank you for considering the Erie, Colorado New Horizon Academy! Our school has been serving Erie, Lafayette, Westminster, Broomfield, and surrounding area families since 2022, and offers programs...
Pre-Kindergarten
Our pre-kindergarten program is designed to ensure children enter elementary school with strong academic and social foundations. With a continued focus on language, early literacy, math, and executive functioning, our pre-k students consistently exceed kindergarten readiness benchmarks. In well-equipped, developmentally appropriate classrooms, teachers foster mastery through a balance of structured activities and self-guided exploration. With nine engaging learning centers and a curriculum grounded in early brain research, children build confidence, independence, and a genuine love for learning.
Preschool
Preschoolers at New Horizon Academy learn in joyful, curiosity-driven classrooms that build essential academic and social skills. Our award-winning, research-based curriculum lays the foundation for kindergarten readiness, while nurturing each child’s creativity, problem-solving, and self-confidence. Nine learning centers—including Art, Language and Literacy, STEAM, and Dramatic Play—encourage exploration in all developmental areas. Our teachers guide children in making decisions, building relationships, and developing independence as they discover their strengths and grow into capable learners.
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Kiddie Academy of Erie is an educational childcare center that offers programs for infants to kindergarten-age children. It features a proprietary Life Essentials curriculum designed to nurture...
Pre-Kindergarten - Ready, Set, Go
Our Ready, Set, Go program is developed through our Life Essentials® curriculum to enable learning experiences where your 4-year-old’s creativity can thrive. Everything your child learns is reinforced and extended throughout the year to get them ready for school.
Preschool - I Can Do It
Our I Can Do It program inspires your child to discover their own sense of creativity, independence, and critical thinking skills in an environment filled with opportunities to grow and explore. Children’s accomplishments drive them to develop a life-long love of learning that starts right here.
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Private learning program serving infants through school-age children. Classroom environments are filled with developmentally appropriate materials designed to encourage curiosity, discovery, and a...
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Black Rock Elementary is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 2000 Mountain View Blvd in Erie, CO.
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Red Hawk Elementary is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 1500 Telleen Ave in Erie, CO.
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Highlands Elementary School is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 475 Highlands Cir in Erie, CO.
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AlphaBEST at Vista Ridge is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 3100 Ridge View Dr in Erie, CO. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Vista Ridge Academy is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 3100 Ridge View Dr in Erie, CO. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Malley Drive Elementary Preschool is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 2000 Mountain View Blvd in Erie, CO. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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Vista Ridge Academy is a fully accredited, Adventist Christian school in Erie, CO, offering Pre-K through 8th grade education. Located at 3100 Ridge View Dr, it provides a Bible-based curriculum...
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Bvsd Meadowlark is a K-12 school offering daycare programs located at 2300 Meadow Sweet Ln in Erie, CO.
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Erie Pre-K Preschool is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 3280 Co Rd 5 in Erie, CO. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Erie Elementary School is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 4137 E County Line Rd in Erie, CO.
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Soaring Heights PK-8 is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 3280 Co Rd 5 in Erie, CO.
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Guides
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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 Erie 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?
- Each state has its own age criteria for Pre-Kindergarten, but generally, children are eligible at the age of four. To ensure a spot, it's a good idea to apply well in advance, usually a few months before your child reaches the required age.
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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.