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Childcare and preschool in Centennial 6 weeks to 5 years

Caring teachers, fresh meals cooked in our own kitchen, and free Colorado Universal Preschool (UPK) for 4-year-olds.

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  • Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 6:00 pm
  • Two campuses in Centennial
  • Free Universal Preschool (UPK) for 4-year-olds
  • Fresh meals from our own kitchen
Smiling toddlers on the playground with ride-on toys
Toddlers1 to 3 years

Care for every age

Each age group has its own classroom, designed for that age.

  • The infant room, with cribs and a soft play area

    Infants

    6 weeks to 12 months

    A classroom designed just for babies, with caring teachers.

  • Smiling toddlers on the playground

    Toddlers

    1 to 3 years

    A classroom designed for toddlers, plus fresh breakfast and lunch from our own kitchen.

  • Two smiling preschoolers in paper crowns

    Preschool

    3 to 5 years

    Creative Curriculum with hands-on projects, plus weekly classes in art, music, science, and sports.

  • A girl proudly holds up her drawing

    Free Universal Preschool (UPK)

    4-year-olds

    Colorado's free preschool program: 15 or 30 free hours a week. How Universal Preschool (UPK) works

Free preschool for 4-year-olds

Colorado Universal Preschool (UPK) is the state's free preschool program for 4-year-olds. We offer it at both campuses.

Two smiling preschoolers in paper crowns at a table
Free hours
15 or 30 hours a week Hours depend on your child’s qualification.
Meals
Free during program hours
A longer day
Add before and after care Cover a full workday.
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More about free preschool (UPK) in Centennial

What every day includes

Childcare and preschool

6 weeks to 5 years · Both campuses

Schedule
Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 6:00 pm
Tuition
Tuition by age See your options to get the exact rate for your child's age.

Caring teachers, Creative Curriculum with hands-on projects, enrichment classes included in tuition, and fresh meals cooked in our own kitchen.

  • Open Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 6:00 pm
  • Fresh breakfast and lunch cooked in our own kitchen
  • Creative Curriculum with project-based learning
  • Enrichment classes and world languages included in tuition
  • Weekly classes in visual and musical arts, science, STEAM projects, and fitness and sports
  • Classrooms designed for each age group
  • Free Colorado Universal Preschool (UPK) for 4-year-olds
  • Drop-in care when space allows (call for availability)
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New family offer

One free month for new childcare families

New childcare families get one free month in their first six months: half off month 1 and half off month 6.

Refer a family: when they enroll, you get 30% off one month.

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Help paying for care

We accept Colorado Universal Preschool (UPK), local child care assistance, and military childcare fee assistance.

  • Colorado Universal Preschool (UPK)

    Free preschool hours for 4-year-olds.

  • Local child care assistance

    County-based help paying for care (CCCAP).

  • Military childcare programs

    Fee assistance through Child Care Aware of America and the military branches.

Military families welcome. We accept military childcare fee assistance through Child Care Aware of America and the military branches.

Two campuses in Centennial

Childcare and preschool at both. Pick the one closer to you, and come take a tour.

The tree hall at the Smoky Hill campus
The tree hall

Smoky Hill campus

Childcare and preschool, 6 weeks to 5 years, and free Colorado Universal Preschool (UPK)

20901 E Smoky Hill Rd, Centennial, CO 80015 · Map and directions

At South Picadilly Street and East Smoky Hill Road, near Southlands, on the Centennial and Aurora border.

  • Sunny classrooms designed for each age group
  • A commercial kitchen for fresh breakfast and lunch every day
  • Touchless entry that opens only from a parent's phone app
  • Shaded outdoor playground

Call or text: (720) 987-1177

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The Arapahoe campus at the Arapahoe campus
The Arapahoe campus

Arapahoe campus

Childcare from 6 weeks, preschool, elementary, middle school, and homeschool

11002 E Arapahoe Pl, Centennial, CO 80112 · Map and directions

In Centennial near I-25 and Arapahoe Road, by the Denver Tech Center. Easy to reach from Denver, Aurora, Lakewood, and the southern suburbs.

  • Teaching kitchen
  • Indoor gym and indoor playground
  • STEM lab
  • Visual arts studio and performing arts room
  • Tech lab and library
  • Bowling lane, space room, and movie theater
  • Outdoor playground, basketball and tennis courts, and a garden courtyard

Childcare, call or text: (303) 638-7272School, call or text: (720) 989-0704

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Stay with us through 8th grade

A child can start as an infant and stay through 8th grade, then leave with a transcript for high school.

  1. Childcare You are here

    6 weeks to 5 years, both campuses

  2. Elementary

    Kindergarten to 5th grade, Arapahoe campus

  3. Middle School

    6th to 8th grade, Arapahoe campus

What childcare families say

4.7Average family rating on Google and Yelp

  • “I am not sure any other place I know emphasizes science for 3 year olds!! My son LOVES Miss Christal and comes home daily talking about his science lessons that she plans for them DAILY. She is the absolute best. It has made school fun for him and seeing him want to be a scientist at home melts my heart!!”

    Kaitlyn E. · Google review

  • “Really enjoy this daycare!! Never look elsewhere. The kids get a great education and I intend on having my son here through 8th grade! … Larisa, the owner, is outstanding and only wants the best staff.”

    Ben A. · Google review

  • “My son has been at Novastar for 3 months and he absolutely loves going every day. The teachers they hire have a real passion for taking care of children like they were their own and make sure to provide feedback to parents/guardians as well as adhere to any requests given to them. … Additionally, Novastar uses the Procare app which provides parents/guardians with daily updates on feedings, napping and activities which has given my husband and I a lot of reassurance knowing how our son is being cared for. We have been very happy with Novastar and have recommended it to several other friends with little ones.”

    Kim N. · Google review

  • “We have been a part of the Novastar family for 4 years now, between my 2 kids. … I could not be happier with the care we have received. … Christal is supportive and caring, but also provides structure and learning in the classroom. My daughter is constantly reciting lessons and content she learned at school when she is home. … Larisa, the owner and director, has done a lot of wonderful things with the center over the past couple years. From what I have seen and heard, she works with families, as well as her staff and their families, to try and create a supportive community.”

    Allison L. · Google review

  • “I am so happy with Novastar. Ms. Angie and Ms. Neris are amazing, they care for my daughter as if she was their own. The facility is always clean and organized. It has made my transition back to work so much easier. If I could give 10 stars I would!”

    Aliah E. · Google review

  • “We've been here for about 2 years and love it! The staff and teachers are wonderful and know everyone by name. I feel very confident my kids are safe and in the best hands. The communication has exceeded my expectations and my kids are learning so much from everyone. It's the perfect location for us (just a few miles from the house) and very convenient for pick up and drop off. Not to mention they have covered playgrounds for my kids who burn easily in the Colorado sun! Highly recommend this affordable daycare.”

    Margaret S. · Yelp review

  • “It is a good center, and I know that my daughter has been in good hands.Ms. Christal and Ms. Linda are very loving, attentive and respectful! They are always willing to help, inform you and advise you on all aspects related to the education of children.”

    Brenda C. · Google review

  • “My son has been going here for a little over a week and comes home so tired from playing and having fun. He is only 3 months old and they take good care of him. I love how they send me pics and updates throughout the day on their app.”

    Jessalynn L. · Google review

  • “My 10 month old son goes here and the staff is amazing! I love getting updates with pictures through their app and they are overall a great facility ❤️”

    Jessica L. · Google review

  • “It’s such an excellent daycare, I choose it for my baby , the place is so beautiful , clean and colourful.”

    Enas A. · Google review

  • Founder named Colorado Small Business Person of the Year, 2025, by the U.S. SBA
  • Colorado Universal Preschool (UPK) provider
  • Accepts local child care assistance
  • State-licensed childcare

Childcare questions

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What ages do you take?

From 6 weeks to 5 years: infants (6 weeks to 12 months), toddlers (1 to 3 years), and preschool (3 to 5 years). Childcare is at both campuses.

What are your hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, at both campuses.

Are meals included?

Yes. We cook fresh breakfast and lunch every day in our own kitchen.

How much is childcare?

Tuition depends on your child's age. See your options to get the exact rate for your child's age. Colorado Universal Preschool (UPK) for 4-year-olds is free.

How does free Universal Preschool (UPK) work?

Colorado Universal Preschool (UPK) is the state's free preschool program for 4-year-olds. It covers 15 or 30 hours a week, depending on your child's qualification, with free meals during program hours. Add before and after care to cover a full workday.

Do you accept local child care assistance or military childcare assistance?

Yes. We accept Colorado Universal Preschool (UPK), local child care assistance (CCCAP), and military childcare fee assistance through Child Care Aware of America and the military branches.

Do you offer drop-in care?

Yes, when space allows. Call your campus to check availability.

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