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4 Before or After School Daycare in Aspen, Colorado

Browse all 4 before or after school daycare in Aspen, Colorado. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Aspen

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    Ajax Adventure Camp
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    235 High School Rd, ASPEN, CO · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 100 children

    Ajax Adventure Camp is a highly-rated school-based summer camp located in Aspen, Colorado with consistently excellent feedback. Parents praise the diverse range of outdoor activities, professional and caring staff, and the camp's ability to keep children engaged and excited to return. The beautiful mountain setting and flexible activity selection create memorable experiences that children enthusiastically want to repeat year after year.

    Variety of activities (zip liningraftingrock climbingbouldering
  2. 2
    Aspen Tree
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    210 Juniper Hill Rd, ASPEN, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

    Error: The reviews provided are for Aspen Tree Service, a tree care company, not for Aspen Tree daycare center. These reviews cannot be used to evaluate a daycare facility as they discuss tree pruning, maintenance, and removal services.

    Unable to assess - reviews are for wrong business type
  3. 3
    Wildwood School
    4.45 score
    4.9(5)

    0241 Wildwood Ln, ASPEN, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 57 children

    Wildwood School is a nature-based preschool in Aspen that parents describe as exceptional and magical. Parents consistently praise the caring, creative teachers, outdoor learning environment, and strong sense of community. Children reportedly thrive socially and developmentally in this woodland setting.

    passionate and talented teachersnature-focused curriculumoutdoor exploration opportunitiesbeautiful wooded campus

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Before or After School Daycare in Aspen, Colorado

There are 4 before or after school daycare in Aspen, Colorado, making up 36% of the 11 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Aspen, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 before or after school daycares in Aspen, Colorado, out of 11 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Aspen, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Colorado's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Colorado)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Aspen offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • CENTER BASED — 7 facilities
  • SCHOOL BASED — 4 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Colorado typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Aspen for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Aspen must be licensed by Colorado's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.