Steele Cooperative Preschool

Did you know that Steele Cooperative has been operating as a non-profit, play-based preschool in Denver for 37 years? We rely on tuition and fundraising for the operation of the school, salaries for the teachers and director, maintenance for the grounds and facilities, and scholarship opportunities for our students. 

As a cooperative, Steele involves parents actively and directly in their children's earliest education. This approach gives families a sense of continuity between home and preschool and creates a sense of community for students and parents.

Steele Cooperative Preschool believes that children develop at different rates and that children learn best through play. Our qualified teachers utilize age-appropriate, play-based curriculum that is aligned with the Colorado Early Learning and Development Guidelines to support the learning growth of all students and to prepare them for Kindergarten.

Testimonials

Steele has been awarded an early learning program accreditation with the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and a 4 out of 5-star rating with Colorado Shines.

Our teachers have a close working relationship with the Denver Preschool Program and the teachers have received the highest CLASS rating. 

“I can’t express enough what a great first school experience Steele is for children. It truly is a hidden gem in Denver. Steele prepares students not only academically but because it is play-based, the children leave with great social awareness as well. The teachers are phenomenal and the community is wonderful. Steele will always have a special place in our hearts.“

-Carrie, Steele parent