Colorado Preschool Program Provides early learning opportunities for children ages 3 and 4 years old in many locations across the city of Aurora.

The Colorado Preschool Program (CPP) was enacted by the General Assembly as part of the Public School Finance Act of 1988. This program serves children who lack overall learning readiness skills due to individual and family risk factors. The CPP Program is based on a belief that quality early childhood programs and services offer children a greater chance of success in school. A vital component of this program is to strengthen families and support them as participants in their child’s education. These programs serve children eligible to enroll in Kindergarten in the following year. CPP students participate in an inclusive program with Special Education students. The number of children who can be served in the Colorado Preschool Program is capped at levels set by the State Legislature.  

Tuition Based Preschool

Due to the limited amount of space for TBP, tuition will be offered only to students who do not qualify for CPP or Special Education preschool services. Children must be 3 or 4 years old on or before Oct. 1 to be eligible for TBP. TBP is offered to children living within the Aurora Public School District. Parent or legal guardian must complete the preschool screening process to be identified for Tuition Based Preschool.  A non-refundable application fee of $60.00 will be collected at time of student registration.  All classrooms are inclusive with Special Education and Colorado Preschool Program students.  Monthly tuition charge is $350 per month.  Tuition students attend am or pm session for 2:45 minutes 4 days a week.  The tuition program follows the traditional school calendar.  Tuition qualified students are selected by a computerized lottery system. 

For screening information, see preschool screening page.

Child Find Program Assists the Early Childhood Department in identifying and providing learning opportunities for children with special needs.

Child Find provides free developmental screenings and multidisciplinary evaluations for young children, ages 0-5, who demonstrate delays in their development. The Child Find team includes specialists in the areas of speech-language pathology, preschool special education, occupational therapy, psychology and nursing.

 In order to receive testing, the child must be a resident of the Aurora Public School District. Parents who have concerns about their child’s development should call 303-363-0484 for an appointment.

Creative Curriculum Classroom teachers are using the Creative Curriculum Developmental Continuum for Ages 3-5. For additional information regarding our curriculum, please visit the ECE website at http://ece.aurorak12.org/curriculum/