The Family Connection’s Child Care & Preschool Directory
Listed in Alphabetical Order - scroll down or click on the city below for your area.

BOULDER | LAFAYETTE | LOUISVILLE | LONGMONT | LYONS

BOULDER:

Acorn School for Early Childhood Development
303-938-8233
2580 Iris Avenue 
M-F 7:30-5:30, ages 6 weeks- six years.
A non-profit child care provider utilizing the Creative Curriculum and a primary caregiving model; play-based learning in a home-like setting. Low student/ teacher ratios, flexible schedules, qualified early childhood staff, on-site chef, bilingual teachers. On-site nurse and NAEYC accredited. Assistance Programs accepted.
www.theacornschool.org

Alaya Preschool
303-449-5248
3340 19th Street, Boulder
M-F, 7:45-3:30, ages 2-5 yrs.
A warm, homey environment emphasizing creative arts, social play, exploration and self-discovery. Part of Naropa University’s ECE program.

Alpine Sunshine
720-276-9985
West Alpine Ave
Lovin4alpine@yahoo.com
Enrichment Programs and Summer Camps for Ages 2.5 to 12 years
Monday-Friday 9:00 am to 12:30 pm. Summer program times will vary. Warm and loving child care. Small class sizes offer a safe and healthy environment to enrich the creative spirit, positive communication and self esteem in children. Using gentle guidance, play based concepts to invoke our imagination and express our ideas. Enlightening minds to the wonders of the Earth and nourishing the inner being. Alpinesunshine.com

Bixby School
303-494-7508
4760 Table Mesa Dr., Boulder
M-F, 7:15 -5:45
Since 1970! Our mission is to cultivate critical thinking; promote independence and self-confidence; instill empathy, respect, and responsibility; and inspire a love of learning. Serving PreK - 5 th grade.
www.bixbyschool.org

Blue Sky Preschool/ Kindergarten
303-443-4965
3046 11 th Street, Boulder.
Monday through Friday 8:30-1:00, Aftercare available. Ages 2 ½ -6 years.
A rich and nurturing curriculum embracing the arts and honoring the seasons in a beautiful neighborhood setting. Singing, storytelling, puppetry, naturecraft, carpentry, cooking, and lasting friendships!

Boulder County Head Start
720-564-2210
3482 N. Broadway, Boulder
M-F, part and full day, ages 3-5 yrs.
A comprehensive child development program for children ages 3-5 which supports parents as their child’s first and most important teacher. Federal income guidelines determine eligibility. Sites in Boulder and Lafayette.

Boulder Day Nursery
303-442-7605
1518 Spruce Street, Boulder
Mon - Fri 7:30am to 5:30pm / 6 weeks to 6 years.
A nonprofit, high quality center focusing on care for families w/limited resources. Storybook Journey, DAP, NAEYC and comprehensive services are all provided in environments that respect diverse ethnic, cultural and social traditions. www.boulderdaynursery.org

Boulder Jewish Day School
303-449-5569
bjds@qwest.net
7415 Lookout Road, Gunbarrel
BJDS offers preschool for 2 1/2-5 year old children as well as a full kindergarten through fifth grade education.  Located in the Gunbarrel neighborhood, we provide a warm, supportive environment featuring academic excellence and Jewish values.
www.bjds.org

Boulder Montessori School
303-494-5814
3300 Redstone, Boulder
M-F, 7:30-5:30, ages 18 mos.-6 yrs.
Montessori classrooms for morning, afternoon and all day programs. Call for an observation appointment.
www.bouldermontessori.org

Boulder Suzuki Strings
303-499-2807
Broaden your child’s learning capabilities while they are having fun learning through music. Cello, viola, violin and more.
http://www.bouldersuzukistrings.org

Childrens’ Creative Learning Centers
UCAR Child Care Center
3050 34 th St.
303-443-5595
NAEYC Accredited
mstrugarfritsch@cclc.com
Now enrolling children 2 ½ -5 years old.  We provide a stimulating and caring environment designed to promote social, emotional, cognitive and physical development. We strive to create programs that develop positive self-images for children and respect their individuality, intelligence, and creativity. The teachers at our center are all highly trained, committed, and dedicated people who truly enjoy working in the field of early childhood education.
www.cclc.com

Children's House Preschool
3370 Iris Walk Ct.
Boulder CO 80304
Ph: 303 444 6432
Email: Info@childrenshousepreschool.org
Website: www.childrenshousepreschool.org
Regular school year sessions: M-Fr 8:30am-12:00pm, M-Th 12:30pm-3:00pm for ages 2 ½ - 5 yrs. Multi-age, multi-cultural, inclusive preschool based on Storybook Journey curriculum. Joyful, creative atmosphere with art and dramatic play integrated learning. Low teacher / child ratio. Serving Boulder for over 35 years.

Children, Youths & Families Division
303-441-4357
2160 Spruce St., Boulder
M-F, 8-5 p.m.
Boulder County’s most complete Source of free information for child Care and other children’s issues. Financial assistance available.

Eastern Sun Academy
303-443-3302
5001 Pennsylvania Ave.
Boulder, Colorado 80303
Mail: P.O. Box 18685 Boulder, CO 80308
An Elementary School for Contemplative Education.  Our engaging curriculum cultivates student's intelligence, compassion and confidence through a broad spectrum of academics, including Spanish and Mandarin. 
www.EasternSunAcademy.org.

First Presbyterian Cooperative Preschool
303-402-6386
M-F: morning programs. Ages 2 1/2 -6 yrs. Safe, nurturing environment in a Christian coop preschool. Exp’d Teachers, optional after school programs music, dance & Spanish, programs available.
www.fpcboulder.org

Friends’ School
303-499-1999
5465 Pennsylvania Ave., Bldr.
Preschool-5 th Grade. Accredited by ACIS and NAEYC. Friends’ School is committed to educating the whole child – head, hand, and heart. Small classes, low student/teacher ratios, and an active parent community. An independent, non-sectarian School. Sliding scale tuition.
www.friendsschoolboulder.org

Homestar Child Development Center
303-499-8181
3280 Dartmouth Ave., Boulder
Open Year Round, M-F 7:45-5:30. Ages Infant, Toddlers, Preschool. Homestar is a relaxed, loving, safe environment that preserves the magic of childhood. Our consistent staff, play based curriculum, organic home cooking and parental involvement makes school as close to home as possible.
www.homestarcenter.org

Life Rhythms Preschool
(license day care)
Rochelle Chayet Robinette
582 Locust Place, Boulder, CO 80304
303-440-8804
liferhythmshome@aol.com
Ages 3-5, group size up to 12. We follow daily rhythms that honor child development through nature walks, water color painting, song, movement, baking, puppetry, wood working, "architectural design" and natural snacks. Waldorf and Colorado State certified 20+ years teaching experience and parent education.

The Living School
1852 Arapahoe Ave. Boulder
303-449-0866
info@livingschool.org
The Living School is a democratically run, co-creative learning community for students ages 5 and up. Our students are given the freedom and responsibility to direct their own learning process, thereby creating a unique and integrated educational experience that is relevant to their world. We emphasize creativity, problem solving and relationship skills. Call or e-mail for more information on our modern “one-room” schoolhouse. www.livingschool.org

Mapleton Montessori School
303-449-4499
3121 29th St., Boulder 80301
Since 1979 Mapleton Montessori School has nurtured the whole child through it's academic school year and summer programs. Our school is a place where life unfolds for young children in a beautifully prepared Montessori environment. We offer AM, PM and Full Day sessions for 3-6 year old children, Preschool through Kindergarten. Please call us to set up an observation time.

Miss Catherine’s Creative Learning And Infant Center
303-530-1820
6525 Gunpark Dr. #340, Boulder
Since 1995. Now NAEYC Accredited.
Ages 6 weeks-6 yrs. Licensed/Year-round Toddler & Preschool, Pre-K. M-F 7am-6pm
Infants 7am-5:30pm-Individual Schedules. “Nurturing the whole child through Creative learning” Each child Moves at his/her own pace.

Mountain Day Camp
720-249-2997
PO Box 3666, Boulder CO 80307
M-F approximately 8:30-4:30, ages 7-12
Two week traditional camp experience creates “sleep away” connections at day camp. Our focus is youth and community development through nature exploration and play. Activities: teambuilding games, hiking, singing, crafts, swimming, fishing, climbing, maps, Leave No Trace ethics, and more! www.mountaindaycamp.com

Mountain Shadows Montessori School
303-530-5353
4154 N. 63 rd Street, Boulder
Established in 1976, Mountain Shadows provides a quality Montessori environment in which children joyfully reach their potential through the development of independence, academic excellence, respect for their environment, themselves and others, and a sense of moral responsibility to society. MSMS offers the highest quality Montessori experience as the only fully-accredited AMI (Association Montessori Internationale) Montessori school in Colorado. Full-day, five days a week, 9-month programs are available for children ages 3-12, with a half-day option for 3- and 4- year olds, and a 12-month (full-day) Montessori program option for children 3-5.
www.mountainshadows.org

Music Together®
Boulder, Westminster, Fort Collins
Ages Birth – 4. Music Together is a researched based early childhood music and movement program which incorporates singing, movement, instrument play for children and caregivers. Classes are mixed aged so siblings are welcome. Classes meet weekly for 45 minutes. Spring classes start the week of 3/31. Winter classes begin in January. Tuition includes 2 CD’s, a songbook, and a parent guide. Call for dates, times, fees or to view a demo class. Jane Smolens, M.Ed (303)413-1120
www.mountainsongmusic.com

Music-Time With Madelyn
303-443-8141 or madelynclair@hotmail.com
Location: East Boulder Studio
Tues, Wed. & Thurs., ages, 6 mos-6 yrs.
Parent’s give rave reviews to these high-energy music classes that use puppets, instruments, and props to playfully guide your child through The Eight Fundamentals of Early Childhood Musicianship. 5 class Levels: Infant, active walkers, toddler, advanced toddler, and preschool.
www.musicwithmadelyn.com

My Second Home Childcare
(Spanish and English)
303 499 9236
735 Mohawk Drive
M-F 7:30 am to 5:30 pm. Ages 12 Months to 8 Years. We provide a variety of high quality bilingual activities for children including Spanish and English language instruction. We also incorporate art, craft, music, dance, cooking, indoor and outdoor games, and many more bilingual activities to enrich our learning program and make it fun.

Our School Cooperative Preschool
303-494-4112
756 Cherryvale Road, Boulder
T-Th, 8:30-11:30, 2 ½-young 3’s M,W,F, 8:30-11:30, older 3’s
M-Th, 1-4, 4’s & 5’s enrichment. Team teaching by founding teachers, small class sizes, 4-1 adult/child ratio, diverse population. Call for monthly open house dates and free parent workshops.
www.ourschoolpreschool.org 

neuroAgility, PC
303-417-1797
Founded in 1998, neuroAgility is a clinical center for enhancement of performance, attention and emotional regulation utilizing state of the art technology integrated with medicine and pyschology.  Our specialty areas are ADD, ADHD, Brain Injury, Anxiety, Aspergers, and Sleep.  We also work with athletes and other performers in gaining the mental edge.  The Center was established by husband and wife team Earle Shugerman, MD and Kerri Honaker, M.S., M.A., LPC.  We invite you to explore our website, or give us a call today. 
www.neuroAgility.com 

New Horizons Cooperative Preschool
303-442-7434
1825 Upland, Boulder
M,W, F or T, Th: 9-11:30. Ages 2 ½-5 yrs. Or T-F: 1-3:30 (4’s & 5’s)
Play-based parent co-op that celebrates the diversity of our member families. Bilingual preschool.
www.nhcp.org

Paula’s Childcare
Celebrate your child’s preschool years!
303-442-8107
Central Boulder
M-F, 7:45am-5:30pm, PT/FT Ages 2-5 yrs.
I am a preschool and former kindergarten teacher with over 25 years experience. Our curriculum has an emphasis on creative arts, drama, music, dance, social studies, science, language and social development. Each child is respected and appreciated for their uniqueness. Together we can nurture your child's mind, spirit and imagination.

A Pea in the Pod Preschool
303-582-4760
Central Boulder
T,W,Th 9-2 aftercare available, ages 18 mos.-4yrs.
Children enjoy art, music, puppetry, storytelling, fingerplays, outdoor play and organic snacks daily. Teacher is Waldorf trained, nurturing and creative. Contact Antoinette.

Rainbow Bridge LifeWays Program
Rahima Baldwin Dancy & Faith Baldwin
303-546-0070
2 blocks from Broadway and Linden
Offering an enriching, relationship-based LifeWays program for children ages 1-5 years (see www.waldorfinthehome.com ). Emphasizing the “nurturing arts,” creativity, and connection with nature. Mid-August to mid-June; 2-, 3- and 5-day options; mornings (8:30-12:30) or extended day (8:30-3:30).

RAINBOW CHILD CARE CENTER
3485 Stanford Court
Boulder, Co 80305
303-499-3038
Ages 2 ½ to 6. Licensed, Year Round, Full-Day Care.
Rainbow is a small, high-quality, learning based center tucked away in south boulder. Our center has provided a safe, nurturing environment for over 25 years. We have excellent low student/teacher ratios, offer flexible schedules, easy access to superior, Louisville, and Lafayette, enroll only 25 children per day, and have 2,634 square feet of play space (and that’s just inside!). Our program includes structured, small group times with planned activities, as well as plenty of free time to explore and be creative. We place great emphasis on reading to the kids, lots of healthy movement activities, positive interaction between adults and other children, and being lively playful and fun!

Rocky Mountain School For the Gifted & Creative
303-545-9230
5490 North Spine Rd., Boulder
M-F, 8-3, grades K-8th, with before & after school care available. Individualized instruction in small Classes for students identified as Gifted.
www.rms.org

Sandpiper Montessori
Sandpiper Montessori is a licensed, year-round, home-based educational environment located in the Gunbarrel area. The program is open Monday through Friday from 7:45 to 5:45. Children ages 2 1/2 to 5 attend three, four, or five days per week. Spanish and American Sign Language experiences are included. Contact Lyn Mead, M.A. Ed, at Sandpiper.Montessori@gmail.com or at (303)516-1786 for further information. http://sandpiper.montessori.googlepages.com/

Shepherd Valley Waldorf School
Established in 1993 with an 80-year Tradition in Waldorf Education
6500 W. Dry Creek Parkway
303-652-0130
Serving children Pre-K through 8th Grade.
Enrollment Coordinator: enrollment@shepherdvalley.org.
Educating Children * Cultivating Community * Fostering Environmental Stewardship on 37 rural acres only 10 minutes from Boulder and Longmont in historic Niwot.  Our pre-K/Kindergartens offers a nurturing, warm environment filled with beauty and magic.  Our rich academic curriculum in Grades 1-8 integrates the sciences with the humanities, foreign language, music and movement. Parent-Child program for 1-3 yrs.  Now accepting applications for Fall 2008.
www.shepherdvalley.org.

Shining Mountain Waldorf School
Established 1983
303-444-7697
999 Violet Ave.
Age 3-grade 12. Voted Best of Boulder County 2005, 2006, 2007: Age-appropriate academic curriculum enlivened by the arts, movement, music, drama and foreign language. Fostering creativity and healthy social interaction. Fully accredited, college prep, rich community and festival life. Monthly tours. Kindergarten Open House on Saturday, April 5, 9:30-11am. Contact Debby Wilson, Director of Admissions, 303.951-8576 or debbyw@smwaldorf.org. Website: www.smwaldorf.org

White Rose Preschool
Cheryl Stegman
303-541-9089
592 Union Avenue
Ages 2-5. A Waldorf inspired preschool enlivening and enriching your child through compassion, rhythm and imaginative play. Nurturing self development through age appropriate activities. Fall and summer programs 2, 3, & 5 day options 8:30am-3:30 pm

YWCA’s Children’s Alley
2222 14th Street
303-449-1951
The YWCA's Children's Alley offers drop-in, temporary childcare for children ages six weeks to 12 years old and includes evening hours and Saturdays. The Qualistar-rated facility was Voted Number One Childcare Center in the 2006 Boulder County Gold Awards. Located in the YWCA of Boulder County facility, 2222 14th Street in Boulder. Call (303) 449-1951 or visit www.ywcaboulder.org.

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