Denver Preschool Program

Is your child ready for kindergarten this fall? 🤔

For families with little ones approaching kindergarten age, deciding whether to enroll or wait another year can feel like a big decision. Factors like a child's birthday, social-emotional development and individual readiness often play a role.

A recent article from The 74 explores the growing conversation around "redshirting" and some of the academic, developmental and financial considerations families may weigh when making this choice.

If you're looking for guidance on your child's readiness, check out Denver Preschool Program's kindergarten readiness blog for tips, milestones to consider and questions to ask your child's preschool teacher.

Dive into both resources below to help you make an informed decision that's right for your family.

👉 https://dpp.org/news/insights-for-preschool-families-is-my-child-ready-for-kindergarten/

👉 https://www.the74million.org/zero2eight/many-parents-talk-about-delaying-kindergarten-few-actually-do-it/

Is My Child Ready for Kindergarten | Insights for Families Whether you are looking for reassurance or redirection, check out these resources to answer, “Is my child ready for kindergarten?”

School’s out for summer! 😎🌞

We’re looking forward to connecting with families all season long at community festivals, neighborhood celebrations and family-friendly events across Denver. If you see the Denver Preschool Program team out and about the summer, stop by to learn how your family can save on preschool costs with DPP tuition credits!

Don’t forget – families can apply for DPP tuition support year-round. If your child is or will be 4 years old by October 1 and you live in the City and County of Denver, your family qualifies for preschool savings. DPP partners with more than 260 preschool providers across Denver and families can combine DPP tuition credits with Colorado Universal Preschool (UPK) for even more support.

Visit us at these upcoming events: https://dpp.org/events/

We hope your family has a safe, fun and adventure-filled summer, and we can’t wait to see you out in the community! ☀️🪁🎪

😎 Summer break is almost here, and many families are looking for ways to stay connected with preschool friends over the summer months. Planning ahead can make it easier to schedule playdates, park meetups and family outings that help kids continue building friendships outside the classroom.

We’ve rounded up simple tips for staying in touch, along with fun places around Denver to meet up with other preschool families.

Check out all of our ideas below!

How to Plan Summer Playdates: Tips for Staying Connected With Preschool Friends - Denver Preschool Program Calling all preschool families: check out this blog post for tips for parents to facilitate summer playdates for kids.

Don’t miss FREE admission to some of your family’s favorite Denver attractions – happening this week and into June! Thanks to funding from Scientific & Cultural Facilities District - SCFD, families can enjoy free days at cultural destinations throughout the year.

Here’s what’s coming up:
🏞 Saturday, May 30: Four Mile Historic Park
🎨 Wednesday, June 3: Museum of Outdoor Arts
🍃Tuesday, June 9: Denver Botanic Gardens

And don’t forget – many museums, including the Denver Art Museum and the Clyfford Still Museum offer free admission every day for children 18 and under.

Make the most of the opportunities to explore, learn and have fun together as a family! Check out more free days at https://scfd.org/find-culture/free-days/

Getting ready for kindergarten is an exciting milestone for both children and families! 🍎📖

If you’re wondering how to help your preschooler feel confident and prepared for this next step, we’re here to help.

We’ve rounded up simple ways to support kindergarten readiness at home – from reading together and practicing letters and counting to talking about feelings, routines and social skills.

Check out our full list of tips and additional resources below to help your child get ready for kindergarten. 👇

Getting Ready for Kindergarten | Summer Activities Support your child’s kindergarten readiness, learning and curiosity this summer with these getting ready for kindergarten tips.

Join Denver Preschool Program this Saturday, May 16 from 4-10 p.m. at the Sun Valley Viaduct Night Market!

As one of Denver’s most popular community events, the evening features local food vendors, live music, roller skating under the viaduct, artists and more. Admission is free!

While you’re there, stop by our booth to learn how we can help your family save on preschool with DPP tuition credits.

Special thanks to Sun Valley Kitchen + Community Center for making this event possible.

💕🫶 Happy National Provider Appreciation Day! 🫶💕

Today, we’re celebrating the incredible early childhood providers who help Denver’s youngest learners grow, thrive and build a strong foundation for the future. We’re especially grateful for our Denver Preschool Program partner providers, whose dedication and care help make quality preschool more accessible and affordable across Denver.

Thank you for all that you do for children, families and our community every day.

The Sun Valley Viaduct Night Market is back, and Denver Preschool Program is excited to be part of this community favorite event!

Join us on Saturday, May 16 from 4–10 p.m. for an evening filled with more than a dozen local food vendors, live music, tons of artists and so much more — all with free admission.

Stop by our booth to learn how your family can save money on preschool with tuition support from DPP. We’d love to meet you and share more!

📍 2705 W. Colfax Ave

A big thank you to Sun Valley Kitchen + Community Center for hosting this incredible event.

Has your family started an application for Colorado Universal Preschool (UPK) for the current or upcoming 2026–2027 school year? We want to hear about your experience!

Families can participate in a quick 15-minute online survey or join a virtual focus group to share feedback and help improve the process for others.

👉 The first 250 families to complete the survey will receive a $25 gift card
👉 All participants will be entered to win one of eight $500 e-gift cards

🗓️ Please complete the survey by May 18
🔒 Responses are confidential and will only be used by the study team

Your input can help shape a better experience for families across Colorado.

Learn more and get started: https://redcap.childtrends.org/surveys/?s=J9fuxRv7qCZPceBI

The school year is coming to an end! If you’re wondering how to fill those long days with your preschooler, there’s no shortage of family-friendly fun around Denver.

Our friends at Denver Mom Collective have put together a helpful guide to make the most of this spring and the upcoming summer break – featuring local favorites like the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, Meow Wolf Denver and the Colorado Railroad Museum.

Even better – don’t miss these upcoming FREE days at some of Denver’s top spots:

🚂 Thursday, May 7 – Colorado Railroad Museum
🎨 Wednesday, May 20 – Museum of Outdoor Arts
🧩 Friday, May 22 - Children’s Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus

Free days are made possible through funding from the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD), helping families explore and learn together all summer long.

Things to Do in Denver with Kids In this guide, we’ve rounded up the best things to do with kids in Denver. Whether you have toddlers, elementary-age kids, or teens, these activities will help you make the most of family time right here in the Mile High City.