A Private Preschool in Denver Where Leadership Starts Early

Aspen Academy's preschool (ages 2-5) program in Greenwood Village is a preschool with a purpose. Each day, our team of specialized educators gives children ages 2–5 a place to build real independence through outdoor learning, hands-on academics, and classroom routines that teach our youngest learners how to lead themselves.

We’re unlike any other private preschool in Denver. At four, our LiFE curriculum (Leadership, Finance, and Entrepreneurship) begins, all taught through play, projects, and stories. Yes—that means Pre-K students use the same leadership curriculum that our 8th graders use to launch real companies. While it’s scaled for their comprehension, it’s never watered down.

Come visit our early learning campus, and you’ll see little kids achieving big things.

Private Preschool Programs in Denver, CO (Ages 2–5) 

Our private preschool programs are designed for children ages 2–5 on our Greenwood Village campus, with full-day options and extended care available. Here are our Private Pre-K options at a glance.

Preschool I (Age 2)

Early language, social confidence, sensory play, and routines that help children feel secure and capable.

Preschool II (Age 3)

More independence, early literacy foundations, hands-on exploration, and outdoor learning that keeps kids engaged and regulated.

Private Pre-K (Age 4+)

Kindergarten readiness with momentum: early academics plus the start of LiFE (Leadership, Finance, and Entrepreneurship) through play-based projects and classroom leadership roles. Want help choosing the right starting point? Our admissions team can recommend placement and schedule options during your tour.

What Makes Aspen Academy the Best Preschool in Denver for Leadership Development? 

Aspen Academy is the only PreK-8 school in Colorado with a fully integrated Leadership, Finance, and Entrepreneurship (LiFE) curriculum that begins at age 4. Our preschoolers don't wait until high school to learn decision-making, problem-solving, and financial awareness—they start building these skills during the critical neural development window before age 7.

Here's what sets our Denver private preschool apart:

Leadership from Day One: Your kiddo joins the same LiFE curriculum framework used by our middle schoolers who operate Bears' Student Enterprises—a real business that generated $76,000+ in revenue last year. Age-appropriate? Yes. Watered down? Never.

What Curriculum Does Aspen Academy's Pre-Kindergarten in Greenwood Village Use? 

Aspen Academy combines world-class academic programs—Math Expressions, the recommended precursor to Singapore Math, Amplify literacy, and FOSS Science—with Reggio Emilia and Montessori influences. This isn't buzzword marketing. These are the same research-backed methods used by top-performing schools globally, integrated with our proprietary leadership curriculum. All students benefit from our 2-acre Nature & Science Lab as a working outdoor space for learning and exploring.

How Does Aspen Academy Compare to Other Private Preschools in Denver, Colorado? 

Aspen Academy delivers measurably more—leadership curriculum, specialized teachers, superior academic outcomes. No other early learning center in Greenwood Village or the Denver metro area offers integrated PreK leadership and entrepreneurship education.

Factor	Aspen Academy	Typical Denver Private School
Leadership Curriculum	Integrated daily from age 4	Not offered until middle/high school
Financial Literacy	Beginning in Kindergarten: Classroom mini-economies; quarterly focus on finance daily	Minimal or none
Specials	Dedicated Essentials Teacher and classroom	Implemented by current teaching staff or at additional cost
Outdoor Learning	50% of day outdoors; 2-acre nature and science lab	60 minutes required
Security Investment	$1M+, AI-powered, annually audited	Standard measures
Subject-Specific Teachers	Starts in Kindergarten	Starts in middle school

Aspen Academy's tuition for K-8 is 19% below the Denver market average. You're getting more—measurably more—for significantly less than comparable Greenwood Village and Denver private schools 

Is Aspen Academy a Safe Preschool for My Child? 

Aspen Academy is one of the safest schools in the nation. We've invested over $1 million in security infrastructure, employ AI-powered threat detection, maintain a full-time security officer, and undergo annual third-party security audits. Safety isn't a line item—it's the foundation.

Our security infrastructure includes:

• Dedicated Crisis Response Team on campus
• Full-time onsite security officer
• AI-powered safety systems (Volt AI) identifying at-risk behaviors before escalation
• Annual security audits by third-party experts
• Comprehensive Emergency Operations Plan managed weekly
• Background checks and vetting for every visitor
• 100% of staff trained and confident in crisis response

We were one of the first schools in Colorado to adopt proactive AI security technology. We host security forums for the Association of Colorado Independent Schools and local public districts and present at national conferences. Other Denver private schools come to us to learn how it's done.

Your child's safety at our Greenwood Village campus is non-negotiable.

What Does a Typical Day Look Like at Aspen Academy's Early Learning Program? 

Every block in your child's day is structured for learning—no wasted time. The schedule balances rigorous academics with substantial outdoor time, specialized instruction in art, music, Spanish, and PE, plus structured transitions that build executive function skills.

Time	Block	Focus
8:10	Warm Welcome	Transition and connection
8:30	Get Outdoors Work Cycle	Science
9:00	Get Outdoors: Morning Circle & Snack	Discovery and snack
9:30	Work Cycle	Literacy development: reading and writing
10:00	Get Outdoors	Recess
10:30	Work Cycle	Singapore Math foundations
11:00	Lunch
11:30	Rest & Quiet Work Time
12:30	Get Outdoors	Snack and recess
1:00	Get Outdoors Work Cycle	Imagination & Exploration and 1:1 instruction
1:30	Essentials	Music & Movement, Art, Spark Fitness, Spanish
2:00	Get Outdoors Work Cycle	Imagination & Exploration and 1:1 instruction
2:30	Work Cycle	Leadership, Finance & Entrepreneurship (LiFE)
3:00	Dismissal
3:30	Bear's Club	After care program

Who Teaches at Aspen Academy's Denver Preschool? 

Early learning students at Aspen receive instruction from experts in early learning and child development, alongside a dedicated music, art, Spanish, and PE specialist.

Our faculty attend national conferences. They speak at industry events. They're not learning the basics—they're teaching other teachers.

Denver Business Journal recognized Aspen Academy as one of the Best Places to Work. That's not just nice for teachers—it means lower turnover, deeper relationships with your child, and consistent educational quality year over year.

What Happens After Pre-K at Aspen Academy? 

The transition process includes:

• Pre-teaching of skills needed for the next level
• Integration into upper-grade experiences (like AMPD—our student-produced morning broadcast)
• Level Up Day—a structured transition event

By 8th grade graduation, your child will have:

• 200+ hours of personal financial literacy instruction
• Experience running real businesses through Bear's Student Enterprises
• A 16-week entrepreneurial capstone with a professional mentor
• Skills that allow them to skip introductory business courses in high school
• Exposure to the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), P&L statements, and marketing campaigns

Our professional mentors aren't casual volunteers. They're serial entrepreneurs, IPO veterans, EO/YPO members, and industry leaders who connect students with real opportunities, manufacturers, and industry contacts.

This is the ROI of choosing Aspen Academy over other Denver preschools: a documented path from preschool to prepared-for-anything.

Where Is Aspen Academy Located? 

Aspen Academy's main campus (Grades K-8) is located at 5859 S University Blvd in Greenwood Village, Colorado—minutes from I-25 and accessible from Denver, Aurora, Cherry Hills Village, Centennial, and the Denver Tech Center. Our new Early Learning campus (Ages 2-5) is at 1695 E Orchard Rd, one block from the main campus.

Main Campus: 5859 S University Blvd Greenwood Village, CO 80121

Early Learning: 1695 E Orchard Rd Greenwood Village, CO 80121

The new West Campus features:

• Newly remodeled indoor and outdoor classrooms
• 2-acre Outdoor Nature and Science Lab
• Purpose-built spaces for ages 2-5
• Seamless transition path to main campus

Families from across the Denver metro area—including Aurora, Centennial, Highlands Ranch, and Cherry Hills Village—choose Aspen Academy for accessible early childhood education that delivers measurable results.

If you’re searching for a private preschool in Denver, CO, and want a campus that’s easy to reach from the DTC, I-25, and surrounding neighborhoods, Aspen is conveniently located to accommodate your routine.  

How Do I Enroll My Child in Aspen Academy's Pre-K Program? 

Schedule a tour to see our private preschool program in action. Meet the teachers. Watch the curriculum. Ask the hard questions. Spaces for 2025-2026 are filling now—the window for your child's critical development years is smaller than you think.

Next steps:

1. Schedule a Private Tour: See our early learning program firsthand
2. Meet Diana Agostini: Director of Admissions and Financial Aid
3. Meet Amanda Jerome: Director of Early Childhood Division
4. Submit Your Application: Secure your child's spot

Schedule Your Private Tour

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