A Warm Welcome, an Unhurried Process
We're honored you're considering us. Reach out to us any time for help at any step.
Inquire
Tell us about your family and your child.
Tour
Join us for an overview of our programs, tour our play yards and classrooms, and bring your questions! These gatherings are designed for adults only.
Apply
Enter your child's birthday and we'll start the right application for their age.
Decision
Once we receive your child's application, we will reach out to schedule a time for your family to meet with one of our teachers.
Key Application Dates - Summer and Fall 2027
- Thursday, January 21, 2027 — Sibling applications due
- Thursday, February 11, 2027 — New child applications due
- Thursday, February 25, 2027 — PreK/KG 2027 Summer Camp registration opens
School Tours
We ask that all inquiring parents attend one of our in-person tours.
While nothing can replace an actual visit to our school, we are pleased to offer this virtual tour for you.
Tuition & Fees
2026/2027 School Year
Parent-child program
Per session
| Fall, Winter or Spring | $350 |
Preschool / kindergarten
Morning program
| 5 days/week | $16,900 |
| 4 days/week | $13,700 |
| 3 days/week | $10,500 |
Afternoon Rest Program (optional)
| 5 days/week | $6,600 |
| 4 days/week | $5,700 |
| 3 days/week | $4,700 |
Toddler
Morning program
| 5 days/week | $24,300 |
| 4 days/week | $21,700 |
| 3 days/week | $16,400 |
Afternoon Rest Program (optional)
| 5 days/week | $10,800 |
| 4 days/week | $8,700 |
| 3 days/week | $6,600 |
A $1,000 non-refundable tuition deposit is due upon enrollment to secure your child's place in the classroom. This deposit is applied against your annual tuition amount.
Tuition paid in full by cash, check or EFT before July 1st receives a 3% discount.
Materials, supplies and facilities fees are included in annual tuition. A refundable work hours deposit of $150 is due at the start of each school year, refunded at $15 per hour of volunteer service up to ten hours. All fees are non-refundable.
Families enrolling through Colorado's Universal Preschool (UPK) program pay a different rate, which depends on the number of mornings and afternoons attended. A minimum of three afternoons a week is required. Ask us and we will work out your exact figure.
Financial Aid
Universal Preschool (UPK)
Boulder Waldorf Kindergarten is pleased to participate in the State of Colorado's Universal Preschool (UPK) program in the 2026/2027 school year. Available spots are limited, and priority goes to families previously enrolled. Children enrolled through UPK join our mixed-age Preschool/Kindergarten program with children ages 2.5 to 5.
CCAP
We are proud to participate in Boulder County's CCAP program in our Preschool/Kindergarten program. Please note that CCAP is not available in our Toddler program. If you are a CCAP applicant, please say so in the comments section of your application.
Boulder County CCAPChoosing Your Schedule
Your application asks for your top two weekly schedule preferences. If you choose a three or four day option, you are not limited to specific days of the week. We do our best to accommodate every family, within the limits of availability.
- Currently enrolled families receive priority in choosing their schedule.
- New families choosing a four or five day schedule get priority over those choosing three days.
- Wednesday is our most popular day. If you request Wednesday (especially on a three-day schedule) please be prepared that we may not be able to offer it in your first year.
Ready to Apply?
Tell us your child's birthdate and we will take you to the right application.