Artspark is such an amazing place.I met so many friends there and learn so much.Art spark isn't a…read moreplace we're you just make crafts and I discovered that by going to this camp you have really inspired me at work I hope to come back front more. Vivian-8

My kids love ArtSpark! They've attended the summer camps and parents night out for date nights…read more They like the level of freedom to create things while also getting ideas and demonstrations from the teachers.

Writing this a former full time employee/current on call substitute…read more.. My journey at Larks began when I was working for an early childhood substitute teaching company. Eventually the owner Bridget recruited me from the company and hired me full time. I have been in early childhood education for well over a decade now, I have seen a lot of schools: the good, the bad and the ugly! Larks Preschool is an absolute gem, both for its employees and the children attending. It is a small and intimate setting- just one classroom in an adorable one bedroom house that Bridget and her husband converted into a preschool. At most Bridget employs 3 teachers (outside of herself- so 4 total). And the max capacity is 20 children- so the ratio is a dream! And she does not hesitate to book a substitute when needed. At larger places that I have worked at, everyday we had to shift kids around or combine classes, it was stressful for the kids and the teachers. Not a thing at Larks! Also, I have loved not having to constantly stay late, deal with constantly being short staffed, or battle black out dates for my time off, or attend unpaid weekend trainings, ugh! I could go on, but back to Larks The routine is perfect for the children: consistent, well thought out and easy to follow. The layout of the house flows very well with the routine. The day is fairly short, 8am to 3:30pm, and many children only attend for a half day (leave at 12:30pm). The afternoons are quieter- such a nice way to end the day. Bridget is very rigid in her safety protocols and following licensing requirements, but I honestly very much appreciate it after some of the incidents I have witnessed at larger schools and corporate daycare centers. And you have a nice 30 minute time block for prepping for the day- the children don't arrive until 8:30am. Bridget has always been very understanding and flexible with time off with me. She has a lot of empathy around emergencies and life's upsets- not something I have come across often in a boss. There are also a lot of built in breaks. The school follows the DPS schedule and honors their snow days as well. Summer is shorter but still a good chunk of time- more than enough for a nice reset. Larks also has a wonderful SLP who visits several times a month and provides feedback to both us teachers and to parents- so helpful! It is rarely stressful at Larks and just makes for a really fun day- a breath of fresh air especially of you have been in the ECE game for a while. It is Reggio based and is a mixed age group (2.5 to 6 years). Bridget is a big advocate for play based learning, allowing children the opportunity to teach each other and she really emphasizes the importance of language and speech development- I have learned so much from her and my time at Larks. Her experience shows in how well her school functions. A lot of places I have worked I felt like I was much more reactive in my teaching and "putting out fires" all day, so to speak. At Larks, I have learned more preventative strategies and just to slow down and be much more intentional in my interactions. I cannot emphasize how grateful I am for how much I have learned at Larks. I have shared this with Bridget, but she and her school renewed my love for teaching and early childhood development. I was on the edge of completely burning out and considering a drastic career change when I started working at Larks and am truly forever grateful. Again, such a gem! And the families that attend are wonderful and it is in such a great neighborhood- really nice place to go on walks for your lunch break! And younger siblings usually end up attending which is so fun to see. Families often keep in touch for years afterward and reach out to Bridget for feedback and for advisement in their child rearing and school selections, it is very sweet. It is a beautiful place! 10/10 would highly recommend! A great place to start your career in ECE as Bridget, Rachel and Kim are all highly experienced- wish I would have found it much sooner! But also a wonderful place to go if you are just burnt out/underpaid and wanting to rediscover the joys in teaching young children.

Would give zero stars if possible. This school's style of fitting children into boxes is harmful…read more(especially for young boys). Had to transfer our son who is flourishing elsewhere.

Our son went there for about a year and a half and was in more than one classroom. He started when…read morehe was still in the infant class room and moved onto the bigger kid room. We only stopped going there because the commute was too long from our house/work and the Denver traffic was just too much. It was a tough decision. We absolutely loved our time there. The teachers are wonderful and their approach is second to none. The family style meals, fostering independence, and Montessori approach was phenomenal. Our son excelled there. The outdoor time was great too. The kids get plenty of time to be outside. Gordon and the gang do a great job. Their parent education nights were extremely informative as well. I was seriously impressed with our son's counting skills, patience and ability to communicate his needs and feelings after spending so much time there.

The teachers at Little Lyceum are amazing, they absolutely love each kid as if they were their own…read more We really love the Montessori method as well, compared to other kids the same age, we feel our child is a lot more independent and responsible. We feel really comfortable leaving our child with little Lyceum and our 2 yr old absolutely loves going to daycare.

My daughter has been at Kipling KinderCare for the past 2 years and she loves it. Everyday I go to…read morepick her up she asks to stay a little longer. The staff has done a good job at expanding her education and has started tackling the beginnings of potty training for us. We are expecting our second and have recently toured over a dozen other daycares in the areas and very few have impressed the same way. My only complaint is the cost and the fact that tuition increases every year. However, in comparison to Denver daycare costs, it is fairly reasonable.

Our son has been at KinderCare for 3 years and we've had a positive experience here overall. He…read morelearns a lot and loves many of the teachers. It's very convenient since it's got long hours and open year round with flexible drop off and pick up times. One drawback is the amount of staff turnover.

We love Willows! My very shy 3 year old has blossomed at…read morethis school! Previously, we used a daycare/preschool that was noisy and chaotic, and he hated it there. Willows is always happy, calm and safe. All of the staff are so welcoming and truly love the children and teaching. My little guy is not only learning abc's, colors, etc, but also how to thrive in a true community. They were even able to work with our difficult schedule. Highly recommend Willows!

Heard great things about the Willows. Called the Lowell Center to find out about summer school…read moreoptions for our four year old daughter. Was told by the extremely rude women on the phone it would be highly unlikely she would take a child just for summer session. She would take children that would be staying longer. It's obvious this place is inflexible, which leaves me wondering how they actually treat the children in their care.

We have had such a wonderful experience at Stepping Stones Adventure Preschool, and I cannot say…read moreenough positive things about this school. My son started attending in October 2025 in the Owls classroom, and from day one we have felt so supported, welcomed, and confident that he is truly cared for. The teachers are incredible -- attentive, nurturing, and deeply knowledgeable. Ms. Gina, Ms. Nicole, Ms. Heather, and Ms. Connie each bring such warmth, experience, and intention to their classrooms. It is clear how much thought and care goes into the curriculum, which is both engaging and developmentally appropriate. The play-based approach, small class sizes, and consistent structure create an environment where children feel safe, confident, and excited to learn. What stands out most is the strong sense of community. Stepping Stones genuinely feels like a family. The teachers take the time to know each child as an individual and communicate thoughtfully with parents, which has made such a difference for us. Our son has a speech delay, and since starting at Stepping Stones, we have seen remarkable growth. He is saying so many new words, engaging more with peers, and absolutely loves going to school. Seeing his confidence and joy increase has been incredibly meaningful for our family. In addition to the exceptional care and education, Stepping Stones offers **excellent value**. The pricing feels very fair for the level of attention, experience, and quality of programming provided, which can be hard to find. We truly feel we are getting so much more than we ever expected. We are incredibly grateful for the nurturing, supportive environment Stepping Stones provides and feel lucky to be part of this community. I would wholeheartedly recommend this preschool to any family looking for a loving, high-quality early childhood program.

If you're looking for a preschool with caring, knowledgeable and compassionate teachers who will…read moremeet your child where they're at, this is the place! I've had previous experience with Ms. Gina as my older child's teacher at a past preschool and she is exceptional with kids. Ms Nicole has her own positive qualities as a bright and gifted teacher. After a fun summer with them watching my 3 and 6 year old boys, I can't wait to see they accomplish with their new preschool.

My son was/is in the inaugural pre-K class at this preschool, and I couldn't be more thrilled with…read morethe experience he is having at the hands of Mrs. Boser and the administration. He comes home using stuff he learned in class, and I'm constantly blown away with his progress. He also truly enjoys going... he anticipates the drive there and yells out, "There's my school!" when we turn the corner onto Coal Mine. :) I was even more convinced we made the right choice when, at his Kindergarten informational night, we were given a handout of the "80 things your child should know to be ready for Kindergarten" and our son had 78 of them down pat already. And he still has four more months of preschool left! My daughter has another year until she's in pre-K, but guess where she'll be going? :)

My daughter is just finishing up her first full year at Little Lambs pre-school. She started the…read moreyear at 2.5 and has really blossomed. She needed some special attention due to a speech delay and her teachers have done a wonderful job supporting her and her needs. The environment is very friendly and educational. They really make you feel like family. I would highly recommend this pre-school to everyone.

Ms Carole helped my boys make more progress in 2 weeks than in months of lessons from a different…read moreprogram! My oldest (13) was extremely fearful in the water and yet she got him swimming the front crawl in 2 weeks! She is patient yet expects kids to work hard and not give up--a wonderful combo that works miracles! Highly recommend spending a few weeks with Ms Carole if you want actual progress!

We've tried so many group swim classes over the years at various rec centers, and nothing really…read morestuck--until we found Ms. Carol. In just five consecutive days, my kids made more progress than they've made in years! My son went from plugging his nose just to go underwater to gliding confidently and even jumping off the diving board -- no floaties and no nose plugging! My daughter Olivia mastered gliding and incorporated arms for the freestyle. It was amazing to watch. Ms. Carol is incredibly encouraging and skilled. She teaches out of her own heated pool, and her approach is direct and effective. She's the best swim teacher around. If you want real progress and a positive experience for your child, give her one two-week session -- they will swim! This was a summer bucket list win!