Denver’s Trusted Nonprofit Preschool
Nurturing, play-based care for infants through Pre-K in the heart of Denver. Licensed, nonprofit, and loved by local families since 2014.
Free & reduced tuition available · UPK & DPP approved provider
4.9 on Google
Licensed by the CO Dept. of Early Childhood
100% Nonprofit
UPK & DPP accepted
Why Families Choose 1080
A Warm Place to Start Strong
The strongest reasons Denver parents trust us with their little ones.
Nonprofit, so every dollar serves your child
We reinvest in classrooms, teachers, and scholarships, not shareholders.
Free or reduced tuition for many families
An approved UPK Colorado and Denver Preschool Program (DPP) provider, credits stack to lower your cost.
Research-based kindergarten readiness
Scholastic’s “Pre-K On My Way” curriculum builds early literacy, math, and social confidence.
Enrichment built right in
Dance with Denver Academy of Ballet and movement with Hero Kids Sports, at no extra hassle.
Loving teachers, low ratios
A calm, nurturing environment where your child is known by name from day one.
Stay connected all day
Daily photos, nap and feeding logs, and messages through the Playground app.
Where every day begins with a smile
Happy children, confident parents, and a place that feels like home from the very first morning.
Our Programs
One Center, Every Age
From your first months together through Pre-K. Not sure where your child fits? We’ll help you find the right room on your tour.
More Than Daycare
How Children Learn & Grow Here
A research-based curriculum and real enrichment partners, woven into every day at no extra cost to you.
Curriculum
Scholastic “Pre-K On My Way”
A research-based early-learning framework that grows literacy, math, and social-emotional skills through play.
Partner · Dance
Denver Academy of Ballet
Creative movement and beginning dance with instructors from one of Denver’s most respected academies.
Partner · Sports
Hero Kids Sports
Active, confidence-building games that develop coordination, teamwork, and a lifelong love of moving.
Affordable Quality
Many Families Pay Less Than They Expect
We’re an approved provider for both programs below, and they stack, so eligible families can significantly reduce, or even eliminate, tuition.
Free Pre-K hours for every 4-year-old
Colorado’s UPK program gives all 4-year-olds up to 15 hours a week of tuition-free preschool the year before kindergarten. At 1080, eligible families receive those hours at no cost.
Tuition credits for Denver families
Every Denver family with a 4-year-old qualifies for DPP tuition credits regardless of income, with limited, need-based credits for some 3-year-olds too. DPP works alongside UPK to lower your out-of-pocket cost even more.
CCAP, Colorado Child Care Assistance Program
Financial assistance with child care costs for eligible Colorado families, based on income and household size. Apply through the Colorado Department of Early Childhood.
Part of the Denver community
We celebrate, explore, and grow together, far beyond our walls.
How It Works
Booking a Tour Takes a Minute
Three simple steps from first hello to walking through our doors.
1
Submit the short form
Tell us your child’s age and a few details. It takes less than two minutes.
2
Get rates & booking link
We follow up with our current tuition rates, the Parent Handbook, and a Playground tour-booking link.
3
Tour & meet our teachers
Visit at a time that works for you, see the classrooms, and ask us anything.
How It Works
Getting Started Is Simple
From first inquiry to first day, we make every step clear and easy.
After you submit, you’ll see a confirmation from Playground, and our team will follow up within one business day. We use your details only to respond to your inquiry. See our Privacy Policy.
What you'll receive
Our tuition rates, the Parent Handbook, and a link to book your tour, sent within one business day.
Location
1080 Kalamath St, Denver, CO 80204, United States
Phone
303-892-6233
Hours
Monday – Friday 7:45 a.m. – 5:15 p.m.