Boulder Waldorf Kindergarten Photo - Last day of the school year picnic when the teachers honor each child as we head off to Summer Break!

Best Boulder Private Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 14 private preschools serving 1,539 students in Boulder, CO.
The top-ranked private preschools in Boulder, CO include Shining Mountain Waldorf School, Boulder Country Day, and Friends School.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the Colorado private preschool average acceptance rate of 86%.
14% of private preschools in Boulder, CO are religiously affiliated (most commonly Jewish and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

Top-Ranked Boulder Private Preschools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Boulder Country Day
Boulder Country Day Photo - BCD is a proudly independent institution serving students 2 years old - 8th grade. In partnership with our outstanding faculty and committed families, we uphold the highest standard for our educational experience. Through small class sizes and innovative engagement in a supportive environment, students at BCD learn to explore their strengths and apply them to the world.
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4820 Nautilus Ct N
Boulder, CO 80301
(303) 527-4931
Gr: NS-8 | 293 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
Bixby School
Bixby School Photo
Alternative School
(22)
4760 Table Mesa Drive
Boulder, CO 80305
(303) 494-7508
Gr: PK-5 | 113 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Friends School
Alternative School
5465 Pennsylvania Ave
Boulder, CO 80303
(303) 499-1999
Gr: PK-8 | 161 students Avg. class size: 16 students
Mt. Zion Lutheran Preschool
Mt. Zion Lutheran Preschool Photo - Mt. Zion Students
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
1680 Balsam Avenue
Boulder, CO 80304
(303) 746-3734
Gr: NS-PK | 37 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Shining Mountain Waldorf School
Shining Mountain Waldorf School Photo - Movement
Special Program Emphasis
(17)
999 Violet Avenue
Boulder, CO 80304
(303) 444-7697
Gr: PK-12 | 200 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Boulder Montessori School
Montessori School
3300 Redstone Road
Boulder, CO 80305
(303) 494-5814
Gr: NS-PK | 105 students
Boulder Waldorf Kindergarten
Boulder Waldorf Kindergarten Photo - Last day of the school year picnic when the teachers honor each child as we head off to Summer Break!
Daycare / Preschool
(2)
4072 19th Street
Boulder, CO 80304
(303) 541-0671
Gr: NS-K | 68 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Jarrow Montessori School
Montessori School
3900 Orange Ct
Boulder, CO 80304
(303) 443-0511
Gr: PK-6 | 183 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Jay & Rose Phillips Early Childhood Center
Daycare / Preschool (Jewish)
6007 Oreg Ave
Boulder, CO 80303
(720) 749-2500
Gr: PK-K | 170 students
KinderCare Learning Center at UCAR
Daycare / Preschool
3050 34th St
Boulder, CO 80301
(303) 443-5595
Gr: NS-PK
Make A Mess And Make Believe
Daycare / Preschool
1919 Yarmouth Ave
Boulder, CO 80304
(303) 443-8909
Gr: PK-K | 45 students Tuition listed
Mapleton Montessori School
Montessori School
3121 29th St
Boulder, CO 80301
(303) 449-4499
Gr: PK-K | 60 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
Mountain Shadows International Montessori
Mountain Shadows International Montessori Photo
Montessori School
4154 63rd St
Boulder, CO 80301
(303) 530-5353
Gr: PK-6 | 51 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Patience Montessori School
Montessori School
3600 Hazelwood Ct
Boulder, CO 80304
(303) 449-5214
Gr: PK-K | 53 students Tuition listed
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Boulder, Colorado

Boulder, Colorado Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
3046 11th St
Boulder, CO 80304
(303) 443-4965
Gr: PK-K | 34 students
5524 Baseline Rd
Boulder, CO 80303
(303) 494-3100
Gr: PK-K | 33 students Acceptance rate listed

Overview

This Town (Boulder)
This State (CO)
# Schools
14 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
1,539 Students
51,354 Students
% Average Students of Color
26%
25%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
194 Teachers
4,093 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
55%
53%
Average Class Size
15 students
16 students
Average Number of AP Courses
15 courses
12 courses

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$22,998
$12,577
Average Summer Program Cost
$775
$1,071
Average % on Financial Aid
18%
24%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,550
$4,334
Average Acceptance Rate
90%
86%

Students by Ethnicity:

0.58
0.61
# American Indian Students
9 Students
259 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
1%
# Asian Students
14 Students
958 Students
% Asian Students
1%
2%
# Hispanic Students
25 Students
3,463 Students
% Hispanic Students
2%
7%
# Black Students
84 Students
1,247 Students
% Black Students
6%
2%
# White Students
737 Students
19,968 Students
% White Students
50%
40%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
40 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
611 Students
23,529 Students
% of Others Students
41%
48%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
5 extracurriculars
7 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
3 sports
5 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private preschools in Boulder, CO?
The top-ranked private preschools in Boulder, CO include Shining Mountain Waldorf School, Boulder Country Day, and Friends School.
How many private preschools are located in Boulder?
14 private preschools are located in Boulder.
How diverse are private preschools in Boulder?
Boulder private preschools are approximately 26% minority students, which is higher than the Colorado private school average of 25%.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Boulder?
14% of private preschools in Boulder are religiously affiliated (most commonly Jewish and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
Which private preschools in Boulder are often viewed compared to one another?

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