Best Preschools in Thornton, CO
Discover the joy of early learning at La Petite Academy. Whether caring for your baby, preparing your preschooler for kindergarten, or supporting your elementary student (up to age 12) in the morning...
Preschool
For any child, preschool education is an essential step on the path to kindergarten. We want the best for your child and that’s why this program focuses on their personal development with customized curriculum and lesson plans to meet their individual developmental needs. In this classroom, children are given an increasing sense of independence, while also learning how to relate to others through large-group activities which are an essential part of the day. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Early Preschool
It’s never too early to start preparing your child to be ready for school, and that’s why our parents—and their children—love our Early Preschool classroom. As a stepping stone to Preschool, our Early Preschool program has a unique, indicator-based curriculum, Learn as We Grow™, designed to address the individual learning needs of 30- to 42-month-old children. We focus on understanding routines and developing independence. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Also offers: Pre-K, UPK (Universal Preschool), Drop-In Care
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Early education and childcare center serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Play-based curriculum focuses on early academics, literacy, science, social-emotional development and creativity....
Discovery Preschool
Preschool program designed to create a strong academic and social foundation. Teachers introduce math, literacy, and science. Activities also include music, movement, art, pretend play, and group games. Children become an active part of their classroom community.
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.
Also offers: Prekindergarten Program
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From preschool through kindergarten, we make early education and daycare joyful, engaging, and fun so children are happy to learn, play and grow. For nearly 40 years, The Learning Experience® has been...
Preschoolers
Preschool education introduces Preschoolers to more advanced subjects—math, science, reading, technology, art, and shared and independent play
Preppers
The Prepper program was designed to meet the special needs of maturing children to build a perfect bridge to the classroom that will come next.
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Primrose School of Thornton is a private preschool offering Balanced Learning® early education and child care, conveniently located off I-25 near Hunters Glen Elementary School and Denver Premium...
Early Preschool
Our Early Preschool teachers partner with you to help your child learn important independent life skills like potty training and hand washing while paying close attention to all aspects of your child’s development.
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.
Also offers: Preschool Pathways, Pre-Kindergarten
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In-home family daycare offering children learning experiences and care to infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Center partners with Head Start and uses The Creative Curriculum to introduce children to...
Universal Pre-K
We are in partnership with Universal Pre-K. We also have wrap around care. Meaning you don't have to pick up or drop off your child mid day! With this program we do ASQ's and other assessments to help your child be ready for kindergarten.
Early Head Start
My Daughter and I enjoy helping our children to be ready for Kindergarten. We do ASQ's and other assessments to see where you child is on his or her milestones.
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At Little Sunshine’s Playhouse of Thornton, 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...
Early Preschool
Your child’s preschool teacher and our classroom create a nurturing, home-like classroom environment where your toddler is treated as a capable individual, whose opinions, actions and thoughts are respected and valued.
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.
Also offers: Pre-K
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A warm and safe bilingual environment where children can learn, grow and have fun. We are licensed for over 21 years, with emphasis on preschool preparation.
Speaks Spanish
Christian preschool, daycare, and kindergarten provided by Intercession Episcopal Church. Theme-based curriculum is used and includes topics such as seasons, community helpers, holidays, all about me,...
Speaks Spanish
The Goddard School of Thornton is a private preschool center with highly qualified teachers. Our center features a playground, a music studio, and a catering kitchen for meals and snacks. We offer a...
Bridge Classroom
Children in the Bridge classroom are strengthening their self-care skills, growing in their independence and enhancing the skills they need to be successful in a preschool classroom. The Bridge classroom is a purposeful year of preschool prep designed for children with birthdays later in the year or children who may need more time to strengthen self-care skills or social-emotional development. In this classroom, our Wonder of Learning™ education program supports children's independence as they continue to build skills necessary for handwriting and drawing with increased intentionality, learn foundational math concepts and build strong vocabularies.
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.
Also offers: Pre-Kindergarten
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Our 3- and 4-year-old preschool program is a proud participant in the Universal Pre-K (UPK) initiative, providing high-quality early education to help children transition smoothly into kindergarten.
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State-funded preschool program provided to children as they prepare for elementary school. Hands-on activities are taught using various curriculums. Pre-literacy and pre-math skills are presented ...
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New Horizon Academy is now open in Thornton, Colorado! Children ages 6 weeks to 5 years will be guided by skilled teachers using a comprehensive curriculum that includes social-emotional 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.
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.
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Early childhood program offering care and preschool program based on the curriculum which is a year ahead of local public schools. Lessons include colors, shapes, sight words, flashcards, phonics,...
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Preschool program supporting play-based early education. Curriculum encourages kindergarten readiness through creative expression, social-emotional development exercises, self-help skills, as well as...
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Head Start preschool program providing early education for children of all abilities. Curriculum focuses on literacy, math skills, science, and social-emotional development. Activities may include...
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Montessori-based preschool and comprehensive childcare program supporting overall child development. Curriculum encourages child-directed learning through play and hands-on activity. Learning areas...
Speaks Spanish
Childcare program offers daily STEAM curriculum and activities based on science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Curriculum is designed to teach little ones various skills in a multilingual...
Speaks Spanish
West Ridge Elementary is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 13102 Monaco St in Thornton, CO.
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Jump Start Early Learning Academy is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 550 Thornton Pkwy in Thornton, CO. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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Tarver Elementary School is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 3500 Summit Grove Pkwy in Thornton, CO.
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Woodglen Elementary School is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 11717 Madison St in Thornton, CO.
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Charlotte Phelps is a licensed child care home offering preschool programs located in Thornton, CO. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Clara Warren is a licensed child care home offering preschool programs located in Thornton, CO. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Thornton Elementary Preschool is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 991 Eppinger Blvd in Thornton, CO. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
Speaks Spanish
Frassati Catholic Academy is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 3951 Cottonwood Lakes Blvd in Thornton, CO. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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Willowbrae Academy (Thornton) is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 91 East 136th Ave in Thornton, CO. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Lewis Palmer Elementary School is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 13102 Monaco St in Thornton, CO. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Adams County School District 12 – North Mor Elementary is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 11717 Madison St in Thornton, CO. Contact this provider to inquire about...
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Brantner Elementary School is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 7800 E 133rd Ave in Thornton, CO.
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North Star Elementary School is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 8740 N Star Dr in Thornton, CO.
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Cherry Drive Elementary School is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 11500 Cherry Dr in Thornton, CO.
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Thornton Elementary School is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 900 Eppinger Blvd in Thornton, CO.
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Hunters Glen Elementary School is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 13222 Corona St in Thornton, CO.
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Achieve Academy is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 9100 Poze Blvd in Thornton, CO.
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Meadow Community School is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 9150 Monroe St in Thornton, CO.
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Explore Pk-8 is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 10310 York St in Thornton, CO.
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Trailside Academy is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 2300 W 67th Pl in Thornton, CO.
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Frassati Catholic Academy is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 3951 Cottonwood Lakes Blvd in Thornton, CO.
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FAQs About Thornton Preschools
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How many preschool programs are in Thornton?
- Based on Winnie provider data, there are currently 38 preschool programs in Thornton.
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How much does preschool cost in Thornton?
- The average monthly price for Thornton preschools is $1191. This is based on provider data for preschools listed on Winnie.
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How many programs in Thornton accept preschoolers aged 3-4 years?
- Based on Winnie provider data, there are 36 preschool programs in Thornton that accept kids ages 3-4 years old.
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What types of preschool curriculums are offered in Thornton?
- The 10 most popular preschool curriculum types in Thornton include: Play-Based, Academic-Based, STEAM, Bilingual, Religious, Arts-Based, Creative Curriculum, Mixed Age, STEM, Blended Curriculum.