Top 20 Best Colorado Private Daycares & Preschools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 384 private daycares & preschools serving 54,039 students in Colorado.
The best top ranked private daycares & preschools in Colorado include Montessori Academy of Colorado, Ave Maria Catholic School and International School of Denver.
The average tuition cost is $9,077, which is lower than the Colorado average tuition cost of $12,741.
42% of private daycares & preschools in Colorado are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian). Learn more about how daycare centers and preschools work.

Top Ranked Colorado Private Daycares & Preschools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Aspen Academy
Aspen Academy Photo - PreK students learning about science and nature with a classroom worm bin.
(1)
5859 S University Blvd
Littleton, CO 80121
(303) 346-3500
Grades: PK-8
| 400 students
Ave Maria Catholic School
Ave Maria Catholic School Photo - Ave Maria Campus including field, school and gym
(Catholic)
(9)
9056 East Parker Rd
Parker, CO 80138
(720) 842-5400
Grades: NS-8
| 486 students
Boulder Country Day
Boulder Country Day Photo - Welcome to Boulder Country Day School, where academic distinction meets education with character. BCD is a top-rated, accredited PS-8th independent school in Boulder, Colorado where every child has the opportunity to discover their own unique excellence. Distinguished by small class sizes, outstanding faculty, engaging academics and a focus on community, we strive to create a well-rounded educational environment.
(7)
4820 Nautilus Ct N
Boulder, CO 80301
(303) 527-4931
Grades: NS-8
| 361 students
Colorado Academy
Colorado Academy Photo - Colorado Academy starts with Pre-Kindergartners and graduates seniors who have become curious, kind, courageous, and adventurous learners and leaders--ready to make an impact in the communities where they choose to land.
3800 S Pierce St
Denver, CO 80235
(303) 914-2513
Grades: PK-12
| 1,027 students
The Colorado Springs School
The Colorado Springs School Photo - The Colorado Springs School is PreK-12 college-preparatory day and international school nestled in the heart of Broadmoor.
(1)
21 Broadmoor Ave
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 434-3500
Grades: PK-12
| 336 students
Fort Collins Christian School & Preschool
Fort Collins Christian School & Preschool Photo
(Seventh Day Adventist)
(13)
2040 Nancy Gray Avenue
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 893-2925
Grades: NS-8
| 28 students
Front Range Christian School
Front Range Christian School Photo - At Front Range Christian School all students are known and loved. The mission to partner with the Christian home and Church to train and equip students to impact the world for Christ!
(Christian)
(3)
6657 W Ottawa Ave Ste A17
Littleton, CO 80128
(720) 922-3269
Grades: PK-12
| 561 students
Graland Country Day School
Graland Country Day School Photo - Graland makes learning fun! With hands-on activities that challenge students to innovate, collaborate, and persevere, Graland goes to great lengths to ensure learning is a joyful, curiosity-driven adventure.
(3)
55 Clermont St
Denver, CO 80220
(303) 399-8361
Grades: NS-8
| 701 students
7701 E 1st Pl, Unit C
Denver, CO 80230
(303) 340-3647
Grades: PK-8
| 716 students
Montessori Academy of Colorado
Montessori Academy of Colorado Photo - MAC`s Elementary School offers an unparalleled opportunity for children to thrive by combining a progressive Montessori pedagogy, a dynamic experiential program, strong academics, social-emotional support, and a robust enrichment program. The MAC Elementary experience empowers students to reach their own personal potential and develop the confidence and capabilities to positively impact their world.
Montessori School
(14)
2500 Curtis Street
Denver, CO 80205
(303) 623-2609
Grades: NS-8
| 260 students
A Child's Touch
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
(12)
9141 Poze Blvd
Denver, CO 80229
(303) 286-8460
Grades: PK-K
| 230 students
Abiding Hope Preschool
Daycare / Preschool (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
6337 S Robb Way
Littleton, CO 80127
(303) 932-9160
Grades: NS-K
| 215 students
All Souls Catholic School
(Catholic)
(2)
4951 S Pennsylvania St
Englewood, CO 80113
(303) 789-2155
Grades: PK-8
| 368 students
Arma Dei Academy
Arma Dei Academy Photo
(Christian)
341 E. Wildcat Reserve Parkway
Littleton, CO 80126
(303) 346-4523
Grades: PK-10
| 329 students
Aspen Country Day School
Aspen Country Day School Photo - Aspen Country Day School enjoys a beautiful forested campus on Castle Creek. Ponds and mountains provide an ideal natural environment for learning in the outdoors. The entire campus was redone and reopened in 2016 with state-of-the-art classroom buildings that inspire learning and foster creativity.
(1)
85 Country Day Way
Aspen, CO 81611
(970) 925-1909
Grades: PK-8
| 295 students
Bal Swan Children's Center
Daycare / Preschool
1145 East 13th Ave
Broomfield, CO 80020
(303) 466-6308
Grades: PK-K
| 331 students
Belleview Christian School
Belleview Christian School Photo - As a college preparatory school, our standards at Belleview Christian School are high. Specials include Art, Music (Band, Choir, and Strings), Theatre, PE, Chapel, Spanish, Computer, and more depending upon the students grade level. We strive for, as one parent put it: "An education founded on God`s precepts, focused on God`s glory."
(Christian)
(4)
3455 W 83rd Ave
Westminster, CO 80031
(303) 427-5459
Grades: NS-12
| 443 students
Bethlehem Lutheran School
Bethlehem Lutheran School Photo
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
(1)
2100 Wadsworth Blvd
Denver, CO 80214
(303) 233-0401
Grades: NS-8
| 345 students
Bixby School
Bixby School Photo
Alternative School
(12)
4760 Table Mesa Drive
Boulder, CO 80305
(303) 494-7508
Grades: NS-5
| 139 students
Blessed Sacrament Parish School
Blessed Sacrament Parish School Photo
(Catholic)
1973 Elm Street
Denver, CO 80220
(303) 377-8835
Grades: PK-8
| 445 students
Brighton Adventist Academy
Brighton Adventist Academy Photo - BAA Sports League: Sports included are soccer, basketball and flag football.
(Seventh Day Adventist)
820 S 5th Ave
Brighton, CO 80601
(303) 659-1223
Grades: PK-10
| 53 students
Cherry Hills Christian
(Christian)
(3)
3900 Grace Boulevard
Littleton, CO 80126
(303) 791-5500
Grades: PK-8
| 731 students
Child Nursery Centers
Daycare / Preschool
104 E Rio Grande Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
(719) 632-1754
Grades: NS-5
| 700 students
860 Elm St
Denver, CO 80220
(303) 321-2123
Grades: PK-8
| 271 students
Colorado Christian Academy
Colorado Christian Academy Photo
(Christian)
(10)
333 Inveness South Drive
Littleton, CO 80112
(720) 672-0086
Grades: NS-8
| 184 students
Colorado West Christian School
(Christian)
2705 Sunnyside Rd
Montrose, CO 81401
(970) 249-1094
Grades: PK-12
| 180 students
Corpus Christi School
(Catholic)
(1)
2410 N Cascade Ave
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
(719) 632-5092
Grades: PK-8
| 307 students
Creme De La Creme Colorado
Daycare / Preschool
7550 Park Meadows Drive
Lone Tree, CO 80124
(303) 662-9150
Grades: PK-K
| 259 students
Crescent View Academy
Crescent View Academy Photo
(Islamic)
10958 East Bethany Drive
Aurora, CO 80014
(303) 745-2245
Grades: NS-12
| 332 students
Dayspring Christian Academy
Dayspring Christian Academy Photo
(Christian)
(5)
3734 W 20th St
Greeley, CO 80634
(970) 330-1151
Grades: PK-12
| 483 students
Denver Christian School
Denver Christian School Photo - Every day is an open house at Denver Christian School.We look forward to providing a personal tour to share what DCS has to offer your students & family.Please join us this summer, starting June 9 on Sundays 2-4 pm and Wednesdays 6-8 pm, to preview our school and learn more about Denver Christian School.
(Christian)
3898 S. Teller St.
Denver, CO 80235
(303) 733-2421
Grades: PK-12
| 555 students
Denver Jewish Day School
Denver Jewish Day School Photo - 10th graders in the Negev desert region of Israel on their annual six week Hebrew and Israel immersion experience.
(Jewish)
2450 S Wabash St
Denver, CO 80231
(303) 369-0663
Grades: NS-12
| 339 students
Denver Waldorf School
Denver Waldorf School Photo - The Denver Waldorf School
Special Program Emphasis
(6)
2100 S. Pennsylvania St.
Denver, CO 80210
(303) 777-0531
Grades: PK-12
| 377 students
Divine Redeemer Catholic School
(Catholic)
(6)
901 N Logan Ave
Colorado Springs, CO 80909
(719) 471-7771
Grades: NS-8
| 218 students
Elmwood Baptist Academy
Elmwood Baptist Academy Photo - A picture of the entire school.
(Baptist)
(7)
13100 East 144th Avenue
Brighton, CO 80601
(303) 659-3818
Grades: PK-12
| 132 students
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private daycares & preschools in Colorado?
The top ranked private daycares & preschools in Colorado include Montessori Academy of Colorado, Ave Maria Catholic School and International School of Denver.
How many private daycares & preschools are located in Colorado?
384 private daycares & preschools are located in Colorado.
How much do private daycares & preschools cost in Colorado?
The average tuition cost is $9,077, which is lower than the Colorado private school average tuition cost of $12,741.
How diverse are private daycares & preschools in Colorado?
Colorado private daycares & preschools are approximately 25% minority students, which is higher than the Colorado private school average of 24%.
What percentage of private daycares & preschools are religiously affiliated in Colorado?
42% of private daycares & preschools in Colorado are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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