Persimmon Early Learning is a downtown Boulder child care center serving children from 8 weeks through preschool age. The program uses a whole-child, play-based approach and participates in Colorado’s Universal Preschool (UPK) program.
Persimmon Early Learning is an early childhood center serving infants through preschool-aged children. The program emphasizes an inclusive, whole-child approach and holds a Level 4 Colorado Shines rating with low teacher-to-child ratios in all classrooms.
Instruction is play-based and uses the Experience Curriculum from BrightWheel (introduced August 2024) alongside BrightWheel assessment tools. Teachers use the Colorado Early Learning and Development Guidelines to guide assessments and learning experiences. The program is breastfeeding-friendly and lists an on-site certified lactation consultant.
Teachers are Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) qualified and receive ongoing coaching in social-emotional growth and regulation. Staff provide daily updates at drop-off/pick-up, send home daily reports about activities and meals, and hold regular conferences with families.
A play-based curriculum introduced in August 2024 that provides learning experiences for children aged 1–6 and integrates with BrightWheel assessment tools; it is described as research-based and aligned with Colorado Shines, Head Start, Common Core, and NAEYC standards.
An enrollment option described as long-term care; contracts for long-term care begin upon enrollment and continue until the following August 31st and are based on a yearly contract. Tuition varies by child age, requested schedule, and family income.
An enrollment option for shorter-term schedules; tuition varies by child age, requested schedule, and family income. The program enrolls children year-round when classroom openings are available.
Participation in Colorado’s Universal Preschool program; enrolled children must meet UPK age requirements.
A comprehensive wellness and nutrition program that includes a nutritious meal program led by a full-time nutritionist and chef, plus active play, yoga, nutrition lessons, and gardening.
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