Welcome to Augustana Early Learning Center!
Welcome to Augustana Early Learning Center (AELC)!
We opened our doors in 1971 and operate as a mission of Augustana Lutheran Church. Our programming & curriculum are not religious in nature but we receive ongoing support from the Church through shared services that help to offset many of the costs of operating our Center, including: shared billing & finance departments, maintenance staff, tech/IT support and building space.
We welcome children and families regardless of faith, race, ethnicity, gender identity or gender expression.
At AELC, we believe children learn best through play.
We follow Creative Curriculum to empower and assess children’s development. This curriculum is intentional in its approach to nurturing the whole child and offers individualized skill progression.
What I enjoy best about Augustana is seeing all the families that come in and out through the doors. Not to mention the friendships that I have formed with all the gifted and talented teachers! -Mark
The teachers and staff are thoughtful, kind, and creative in their activity planning and care for both my son (3.5 - preschool) and my daughter (6 - after-care program). AELC is a warm and welcoming place that we love being a part of! -Kendall
Having joined the AELC family only just a year ago, I know that this is where my heart belongs. Creating an environment that allows young people to flourish is where I belong. -Sarah
Wonderful school with caring teachers and staff. Our son has been there for more than 4 years. He loves the fairy garden and playground. We feel he is well prepared to enter kindergarten. -Ian
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Augustana is a full-time, year-round Toddler & Preschool Program, and a summer camp for children ages 5-12 (entering grades K-5).
Fireflies: Ages 12 months to 2 years old
Bumblebees: Ages 2 to 3 years old
Ladybugs: Ages 2.5 to 3.5 years old
Butterflies: Ages 3 to 4 years old
Crickets: Ages 4 to 5 years old
COME VISIT US!
We offer tours Mondays & Wednesdays from 8:30AM-11:30AM.
Tours are by appointment only.
You can also get on our waitlist ahead of your tour, or wait until after you tour the facility!
NOTE: If the waitlist fee will cause financial hardship, please contact our team at aelcadmin@augustanadenver.org and we will discuss options!
Colorado Shines
Denver Preschool Program
Colorado Child Care Assistance Program For Families
Universal Preschool (UPK) Colorado