The 5 Best Preschool/Child Care Centers Around Grand County

Learning to share, ask questions and try something new is foundational work in early childhood. Preschool and child care programs help children build those skills while giving families dependable support during the working day. Across Grand County, providers offer approaches ranging from play-based learning to public pre-kindergarten and faith-based education. These centers, recognized in the Best of Grand, serve families in Fraser, Granby, Tabernash and Kremmling with programs supporting early learning and kindergarten readiness.

Grand Kids Learning Center

Grand Kids Learning Center provides infant, toddler, preschool and pre-kindergarten programs at facilities in Fraser and Granby. The nonprofit’s programs support cognitive, social and emotional development, with low teacher-to-child ratios and continuing professional development for educators. Executive Director Anja Kliss, Assistant Executive Director Kim Vella, site directors and a parent-led board oversee care and education that support both young children and working families.

Church of the Eternal Hills Preschool

Creative play and values-based instruction accompany academic readiness at Church of the Eternal Hills Preschool in Tabernash. The faith-based program offers half-day and full-day options, emphasizing social skills, character development and family involvement. Pastor Paula Brocker, early childhood directors and classroom teachers oversee a learning environment tailored to preschool-aged children.

Granby Play Days Preschool

Children ages 2½ to 5 explore a play-based curriculum at Granby Play Days Preschool. The licensed center emphasizes curiosity, independence, social-emotional skills, language development and motor skills, and holds high quality ratings through Colorado Shines. Its director, teachers and board support individualized learning plans and family partnerships, helping children prepare for kindergarten through hands-on experiences.

Granby Elementary Preschool

Granby Elementary Preschool connects early learning with the public elementary school setting through the East Grand School District. Its inclusive pre-kindergarten program serves children with a range of developmental needs, including those requiring early intervention and special education services. Principal Kelly Martin, certified early childhood special education teachers and district specialists oversee instruction, developmental tracking and screening. Tuition-supported or grant-assisted options help local families access education aligned with district kindergarten standards.

Kremmling Preschool

Early literacy, hands-on art and foundational math are part of the multi-age and pre-kindergarten programs at Kremmling Preschool. The community-based center offers full-day and half-day options with an emphasis on social readiness. Director Michele DeSanti and teachers, including Brittany Pryor and Sara Pryor, prioritize family relationships, curriculum development and community involvement while preparing children for entry into the West Grand School District.

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