We believe that...

• young children learn best and most by actively exploring their environment, making choices and decisions, using hands-on materials, building on natural curiosity, and learning to independently solve problems and peacefully resolve conflicts.
• young children learn best when their relationships with adults in care and education settings are consistent over time, emotionally rewarding, and supportive of self-esteem.
• young children benefit from being an active member of a peer group that is culturally diverse and composed of children with diverse abilities.
• collaboration between family and school is a critical factor in child success.

All Garfield Re-2 elementary schools have preschool programs in addition to our community preschool site located at the Rifle Colorado Mountain College campus. Wamsley and Elk Creek Elementary also offer toddler (1-3 years old). 

Applying is easy! If you have questions, please contact preschool@garfieldre2.net or call 970-665-7301 or  the Preschool Director at your home school .

 Contact our Preschool Directors!

 Applying for preschool does not guarantee enrollment in preschool. 

Enrollment information needed will include copies of immunization records, address verification, birth certificate, and completion of the school registration form, health and development history, and Ages and Stages Questionnaire. 

Children join the preschool program through a variety of avenues...

Youngsters who are experiencing developmental delays may qualify for tuition support to attend the preschool and possibly receive therapeutic services over and above the typical preschool program. These young children have disabilities that may affect their physical, intellectual, communication, social, or emotional development. Because of certain risk factors that may affect healthy development, some children may qualify for tuition assistance from Colorado Universal Preschool. This funding is for four and five-year-olds who are eligible for kindergarten the following school year only. Finally, some families choose to pay tuition fees on their own to enable their child to share in this important educational experience.