Preschool Tuition
Jeffco is committed to supporting our families. Read more about the financial supports that are available for eligible families. We look forward to partnering with you to ensure your student is set up for success.
Preschool Financial Assistance
Universal Preschool (UPK) Colorado
Universal Preschool (UPK) Colorado allows families to choose the right setting for their student, whether it is in a licensed community-based, school-based or home-based preschool setting. UPK is a result of Colorado voters passing Proposition EE in 2020.
Every student in Colorado who is four years old by October 1 is eligible for half-day funding (10-15 hours per week). There is a cost for the second half of the day in full-day classrooms. Some students are eligible for full-day funding (30 hours per week) through UPK, and others are eligible for tuition assistance through Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) or Jumpstart.
In addition to funding for four-year-old students, half-day funding is also available for three-year old students with an IEP and a limited number of students with UPK risk factors.
Applying for UPK Funding
To access UPK funding, families will need to apply through the UPK website when it opens for the year.
- Completion of the preschool enrollment process is separate from applying for UPK funding.
- Families interested in enrolling in preschool should complete the enrollment process through EnrollJeffco.
PK3 Tuition Assistance for 2025-26
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Learn More About Universal Preschool
If you have further questions about Jeffco’s preschool program and how to apply for UPK, please contact Jeffco’s Early Learning Department.
Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)
Jeffco partners with the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) to offer tuition assistance to qualifying families. CCAP provides financial assistance to eligible low-income families who need childcare benefits for their children from birth to age 12. If eligible, a portion of the total childcare cost will be paid directly to the provider and families pay the remaining portion. Eligibility is based on family size and income.
Tuition Cost and Schedule
2025-26 Tuition Cost and Schedule
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A fine for late pick-up of $40.00 will be assessed to the student's account for each instance where the student is not picked up within 10 minutes of the scheduled pick-up time.
This fine will be added to the next billing cycle.
Failure to fulfill the financial commitments may result in the student's withdrawal from the program. Students who have an Individual Education Plan (IEP) and have selected to attend a full day class will be offered placement in a half-day classroom, where half-day spots are available, in order to receive their IEP services when there is an outstanding balance. Parents shall pay any costs and attorney's fees the program incurs in collection of parent's outstanding balance.
Contact Us
Early Learning Department
Phone: 303-982-1737
Email: JeffcoEarlyLearning@jeffco.k12.co.us