Ark Valley Preschool

A Reggio-inspired preschool in Chaffee County, Colorado, for ages 18 months–5 years—where children lead, the environment speaks, and our work is to listen with joy, purpose, and heart. Our role as educators is to listen deeply—to the children, the families, and the environment around us. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy, our classrooms are designed as living, breathing spaces where learnin

g grows through play, wonder, and connection. We serve children ages 18 months through 5 years in the heart of Chaffee County, Colorado, creating an early learning experience that honors the whole child. Each day invites exploration through art, movement, music, storytelling, mindfulness, and time in nature. Our teachers act as guides and co-learners, nurturing confidence, empathy, and creativity as children make sense of their world. At Ark Valley, we see families as partners and the community as an extension of the classroom. We strive to make high-quality early education accessible, inclusive, and grounded in relationships. Our HEART values shape everything we do:
H – Holistic Development
E – Empathy & Mindfulness
A – Accessibility & Family Partnership
R – Respect for Nature & Community
T – Togetherness & Inclusion

We are proud to be a non-profit, community-based preschool that celebrates diversity and belonging. From daily mindfulness and loose-parts exploration to outdoor learning and local partnerships, each moment is guided by our mission to teach and lead—with joy, purpose, and heart.