Vision
Every Denver child has equitable access to a strong foundation to thrive in kindergarten and beyond.
Mission
To transform the futures of young children and their families by strengthening and funding the early childhood experience.
Tuition Credits
DPP tuition support, funded by a city sales tax, is available to all families with 4-year-olds and with many 3-year-olds. Paid to the provider of a family’s choice, credits are determined on a sliding scale, based on income, and cover up to 100% of preschool costs for families with the most need.
Quality Initiatives
DPP works to ensure the highest quality programming of our preschool providers. We do this through a teacher-centric Quality Improvement (QI) framework that includes professional development, training and coaching, classroom materials, and financial grants.
Community Outreach
To spread awareness, DPP’s community connectors meet families where they are. We attend community events and cultural celebrations across Denver, partner with community-based organizations, and share information in more than a dozen languages.
Research and Advocacy
DPP advocates for policies that benefit early childhood education at the state and national levels. After nearly two decades of research, we know the benefits of quality preschool have long-term effects on kids, families, and communities. We are sharing this data to inspire positive change.
Our Values
Center in Equity
Denver Preschool Program focuses on equity internally and externally to reduce and overcome barriers to ensure equitable opportunity for all children to participate in early childhood education, and contributes to an equitably compensated early care and education workforce and workplace.
Lead Collaboratively
Denver Preschool Program works alongside others to champion, innovate, and strengthen early childhood education.
Increase Access
Denver Preschool Program combats systemic barriers so every young learner in Denver, especially those who encounter the most obstacles, has access to the benefits of quality early childhood education.
Deliver Quality
Denver Preschool Program listens to our community of families and providers to inform how we define and promote quality early childhood education and bring excellence in all aspects of our work to increase positive outcomes for Denver’s children.
Promote Choice
Denver Preschool Program ensures parents and caregivers are well informed about early childhood education options and can make the best choice for their child regardless of factors that typically restrict choice, such as income or neighborhood.
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Equity in Action
Our Commitment to Equity
Our journey to center in equity extends beyond statements of commitment to action, accountability, and measurable outcomes. By prioritizing equity, we can ensure that every child in Denver has the opportunity to access high-quality preschool education and embark on a path to success.
DPP's Impact
After nearly 20 years of partnership and research, we know our funding and quality improvement efforts have had positive long-term outcomes for kids, families, and communities.
Our Team
Meet our amazing DPP team who dedicates their time and expertise to making preschool possible for all Denver families. Our decades of combined experience and respected knowledge elevate the early education landscape.
News
Read more about what’s new at Denver Preschool Program, updates in early childhood education, and exciting events and announcements. We are committed to learning, connecting, and sharing.
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