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Jay and Rose Phillips Early Childhood Center

Scroll to view the Jay and Rose Phillips Early Childhood Center's classes and studios, thoughtfully designed for each age group to foster exploration and meaningful connections. Learn about our Preschool's classrooms and Studios that extend beyond traditional learning below, as well as some of the Preschool's general policies. If you have any questions or want to schedule a tour, contact Jackie Trapp for more information.

CLASS AGE RANGE AT-A-GLANCE

INFANTS: 8 Weeks-Old to Start

YOUNG TODDLERS: 15 Months and Walking

OLDER TODDLERS: 2 Years-Old to Start

CATERPILLARS: 2 ½ Years-Old to Start

BUTTERFLIES: 3 Years-Old by October 1

PRE-KINDERGARTEN: 4 Years-Old by October 1

TRANSISTIONAL KINDERGARTEN (TK): 5 years as of October 1 - 6 years

UNIVERSAL PRESCHOOL COLORADO (UPK)

In the 2022 Legislative Session, HB22-1295 established the Colorado Universal Preschool Program to offer voluntary, high-quality universal preschool to every Colorado child in the year before kindergarten. The Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC) is charged with operating the program to enable families to choose from a mixed-delivery system of high-quality preschool settings, including licensed community-based programs, school-based programs, and licensed home providers. High-quality preschool has demonstrated positive outcomes for children and families in the short and long-term. 

All children in Colorado can register for up to 15 hours of free, high-quality preschool in their year before kindergarten through Colorado’s Universal Pre-K (UPK) Program.

  • Families may qualify for more hours based on a number of qualifying factors.
  • 3 Year Olds should contact their school district for preschool services.
  • Preschool aged children with an Individualized Education Program (IEP) should work with their Special Education Administrative Unit (AU) to enroll.

Learn more by emailing the Boulder JCC's Jay and Rose Phillips Early Childhood Center Admissions Manager, Jackie Trapp. 

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

The Boulder JCC has a need-based scholarship program, which you may apply for through the FACTS system. Please note: There is a $45 application fee. We do our best to meet the needs of all our families but are often limited both by the amount of money raised for scholarships and by the number of families seeking assistance.  First-round applications are generally due in early springtime. Applications received after the March 1, 2026 deadline will be considered on a rolling basis, but awards will be limited based on whether there are any remaining funds available in the scholarship program. All registration fees will be delayed until notification of your scholarship status has been received. At that time, if a family chooses to move forward with their registration, the registration fees will need to be paid to hold their spot. 

The Boulder JCC receives a number of grants and donations to provide the resources for our need-based scholarship fund. The JCC Scholarship Fund is open to all families regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, or background. We are grateful for the generosity of JEWISHcolorado and Rose Community Foundation for their donations to our scholarship fund. Grant funding provided by JEWISHcolorado is specifically for families that identify as Jewish and are in financial need. The application for both of these funds is through the same FACTS system. Therefore, when you are filling out your FACTS information, you will be asked whether your family identifies as Jewish. It is important to note that the JCC Scholarship Committee does not use this information when making scholarship determinations as we abide by our nondiscrimination policy.

Learn More About Our Scholarships Here

IMMUNIZATION POLICY & GENERAL HEALTH APPRAISAL FORM

We follow the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment requirements for immunizations. Please click here to learn more about the required vaccine schedule. Children must have up-to-date immunization records and health appraisal forms in order to attend school. Children must have a health appraisal form for each required checkup per American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines. Children are not allowed at school without both of these forms in their file If a child is on a delayed vaccination schedule, the schedule must be in accordance with the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices recommended catch-up schedule, and we must have written documentation of the dates the vaccines will be administered. If a child has a medical exemption, we must receive a Certificate of Medical Exemption form completed by a doctor with their Professional License Number.  The Boulder JCC does not accept religious or personal exemptions.

VIEW OUR PRESCHOOL CLASSES, MONTHLY RATES, & STUDIOS

Infant Preschool - Ladybugs
(8 weeks - 18 months)

It is our role as educators to facilitate learning by intentionally setting up the classroom environment to inspire the infants, provide them a sense of safety, provoke their wonder, challenge them and promote a sense of joy in learning. Babies are competent and complete human beings from the very beginning that are worthy of our respect and trust in them. We demonstrate this respect in all interactions we have which includes times we may be inviting them to participate in daily routines such as eating and diapering. Includes UPK credit from the State.

Schedule & Monthly Rates (2025 - 2026)

  T/Th M/W/F M-F
9 am - 4 pm $1,430 $1,860 $2,861
8 am - 4 pm $1,574 $2,048 $3,149
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Toddler Preschool - Bumblebees | Sunflowers & Minipillars
(1 year and walking - 2 years)

We believe in a strong image of the child and that education is a process, brought on by the child's interaction and investigation of their world. It is through these interactions that each toddler is encouraged to wonder, explore, question, and discover, using their own unique learning style and interests. Includes UPK credit from the State.

Schedule & Monthly Rates (2025 - 2026)

  T/Th M/W/F M-F
9 am - 2:30 pm $1,180 | $1,158 $1,536 | $1,505 $2,389 | $2,343
9 am - 4 pm $1,430 | $1,402 $1,860 | $1,822 $2,861 | $2,805
8 am - 4 pm $1,574 | $1,544 $2,048 | $2,005 $3,149 | $3,087
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Preschool - Caterpillars | Butterflies
2.5 years | 3 years by October 1

We believe that learning unfolds through hands-on exploration, meaningful relationships, and discovery. By setting up an engaging and thoughtfully organized environment, we invite preschool aged children to experiment, ask questions, and dive into their interests. We respect each child's individuality and recognize that they learn best through play. Our role as educators is to nurture their natural curiosity, challenge their thinking, and foster a joyful love for learning that they can carry with them as they grow their burgeoning independence. Includes UPK credit from the State.

Schedule & Monthly Rates (2025 - 2026)

  T/Th M/W/F M/T/W/F or
M/W/Th/F		 M-F
9 am - 1 pm $911 | $842 $1,183 | $1,095 $1,531 | $1,419 $1,878 | $1,737
9 am - 2:30 pm $1,158 | $1,072 $1,505 | $1,390 $1,927 | $1,778 $2,343 | $2,165
9 am - 4 pm $1,402 | $1,294 $1,822 | $1,685 $2,314 | $2,141 $2,805 | $2,592
8 am - 4 pm $1,544 | $1,424 $2,005 | $1,855 $2,540 | $2,359 $3,087 | $2,855
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Pre-Kindergarten - Indoor Pre-K
(4 years as of October 1 - 5 years)

We see children as empowered learners who are eager to understand the world around them. At this age, their growing sense of self and curiosity drives them to explore more complex ideas. We create a learning environment that encourages critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving, while respecting each child’s unique learning style and interests. Through engaging projects, open-ended questions, and play-based learning experiences, we foster their confidence, creativity, and a deep, lasting joy for learning that prepares them for the next steps in their educational journey. Pre-K rates do not include UPK credit from the State.

Schedule & Monthly Rates (2026 - 2027)

  M/W/F M/T/W/F or
M/W/Th/F		 M-F
9 am - 2:30 pm $1,375 $1,744 $2,148
8 am - 2:30 pm $1,542 $1,951 $2,401
9 am - 4 pm $1,649 $2,079 $2,539
8 am - 4 pm $1,816 $2,286 $2,792
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Pre-Kindergarten - Forest School (Outdoor Preschool)
(4 years as of October 1 - 5 years)

Forest School is a regular pre-kindergarten classroom, it's simply outside. The day begins outside, with rest time midday. Exploration of the natural elements, sense of place, early literacy, science concepts, outdoor skills, risky play, and much more occurs within the classroom. Our students learn the importance of taking care of the earth, and with that, taking care of each other; continually growing their own sense of ecological awareness. We also focus on 21st century skills and executive function such as collaboration, communication, critical thinking, and creativity. Pre-K rates do not include UPK credit from the State.

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Schedule & Monthly Rates (2026 - 2027)

  M/W/F M/T/W/F or 
M/W/Th/F		 M-F
9 am - 2:30 pm $1,485 $1,884 $2,320
8 am - 2:30 pm $1,665 $2,108 $2,593
9 am - 4 pm $1,781 $2,245 $2,742
8 am - 4 pm $1,961 $2,469 $3,015
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Transitional Kindergarten (TK)
(5 years as of October 1 - 6 years)

Our Transitional Kindergarten (TK) program for the 2026-2027 school year offers a high-value extension of your child's pre-K experience, specifically designed to ensure mastery of Kindergarten readiness skills. This isn't a repeat of pre-K; instead, it serves as a crucial bridge year, especially beneficial for children with late birthdays close to the district cutoff of October 1.

Fostering Development and Independence: We place a large emphasis on social emotional development and helping children navigate social situations effectively, equipping them with the tools they need for classroom success and beyond. The program actively works to build independence and provides ample practice with following multi-step directions.

An Engaging, Personalized Learning Environment: Learning in TK takes place in a play-based, child-led environment that honors the natural curiosity of young learners. With a small class size and low ratios, we ensure personalized attention and a nurturing atmosphere. While play guides their exploration, Literacy, Math, and Sciences are intentionally incorporated, guided by clear district standards to provide a robust foundation for their educational journey.

Schedule & Monthly Rates (2026 - 2027)

  M/T/W/F or
M/W/Th/F		 M-F
9 am - 2:30 pm $1,744 $2,148
8 am - 2:30 pm $1,951 $2,401
9 am - 4:30 pm $2,079 $2,539
8 am - 4:30 pm $2,286 $2,792

 

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STUDIOS AT OUR PRESCHOOL

The "Studio Mindset" for our Preschool extends learning beyond the traditional classroom by fostering curiosity, exploration, collaboration, and creativity in diverse environments. We encourage children to ask questions, explore their interests, and engage in meaningful experiences, promoting teamwork and respect for others' ideas. Through documentation and reflection, we make learning visible and inform future projects. 

The Boulder JCC's Milk and Honey Farm is a wonderful resource providing opportunities for students to explore nature, animals, biology, sustainability, Jewish heritage, tradition, and values. Through hands-on experiences, such as petting goats, feeding chickens, tasting honeycomb, or planting seeds, students build knowledge, expand comfort zones, and form meaningful relationships with the natural world.

The Art Studio is a thoughtfully designed space that fosters creative freedom, an essential part of a child's learning journey. Here, children have the time to explore new materials, develop creative plans, and engage deeply in the artistic process. Recognizing that, for young children, the process can be just as meaningful as the final product, we honor and support both, ensuring each child’s expression is valued.

In Music Studio, we seek to use music and sound exploration as a vehicle to enhance the learning happening in each classroom. Music is viewed as a language that helps children access the life-long joy and connection to others that derives from music.

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