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Best Colorado Private Daycares & Preschools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 356 private daycares & preschools serving 50,266 students in Colorado.

The private daycares & preschools in Colorado include Blessed Sacrament Parish School, The Colorado Springs School, and Bethlehem Lutheran School.

The average tuition cost is $12,965, which is lower than the Colorado average tuition cost of $14,790.

40% of private daycares & preschools in Colorado are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian). Learn more about how daycare centers and preschools work.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 356
# Students Served: 50,266

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 356
# Students Served: 50,266

Colorado Private Daycares & Preschools Trends

356

Private Schools

50,266

Students

$12,965

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

25%

Students of Color

12:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private daycares & preschools in Colorado?

The private daycares & preschools in Colorado include Blessed Sacrament Parish School, The Colorado Springs School, and Bethlehem Lutheran School.

How many private daycares & preschools are located in Colorado?

356 private daycares & preschools are located in Colorado.

How much do private daycares & preschools cost in Colorado?

The average tuition cost is $12,965, which is lower than the Colorado private school average tuition cost of $14,790.

How diverse are private daycares & preschools in Colorado?

Colorado private daycares & preschools are approximately 25% minority students, which is same as the Colorado private school average of 25%.

What percentage of private daycares & preschools are religiously affiliated in Colorado?

40% of private daycares & preschools in Colorado are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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