Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Early Childhood Education in Colorado Springs
At Gateway Preschool & Childcare, we believe in nurturing young minds through a balanced approach that combines play-based learning with Christian values. Our dedicated team creates a safe, engaging environment where children develop foundational academic skills and social-emotional competencies. Using The Creative Curriculum, we foster literacy, math, and scientific thinking while emphasizing character development through age-appropriate Bible stories and prayer. With small class sizes and attentive staff, we prioritize personalized care that supports each child's unique growth. Our Colorado Springs facility operates Monday-Friday from 6:30 AM-6:00 PM, offering flexible scheduling for working families.Through the SmartCare App, parents receive daily updates and manage payments seamlessly. Our experienced educators maintain open communication with families, ensuring transparency about each child's progress and daily activities. For over two decades, we've prepared children for kindergarten success while building strong moral foundations rooted in Christian principles. Our faith-based approach cultivates kindness, gratitude, and respect through intentional lesson planning and nurturing relationships. Parents consistently praise our staff's dedication, noting how our program gives children confidence and academic readiness for future schooling.
Services
Infants
Toddler 1
Toddler 2
Potty Training
Preschool
Pre-K
Highlights and features
- We offer faith-based early education with small class sizes for personalized attention
- Our staff maintains open communication about children's daily activities and progress
- We integrate Christian values into learning through Bible stories and character lessons
- Our program prepares children for kindergarten with research-based curriculum methods
- We provide convenient operating hours and digital payment options for families
What people say
Truly love it
Great start for Kindergarten
Amazing teachers
Convenient hours
Competitive price
Services
Infants
Our infant program provides a warm, soothing environment for children aged 6 weeks to 12 months. Certified caregivers offer personalized attention through structured routines and sensory-rich activities. Small class sizes ensure each baby receives individualized care while developing trust and basic motor skills.
Toddler 1
Designed for 12-24 month olds, this program encourages exploration and skill development through play-based learning. Teachers guide social interactions while introducing basic concepts in literacy, numeracy, and creative expression within a safe, nurturing environment.
Potty Training
Our structured potty training program supports children transitioning from diapers to independent bathroom use. Patient educators create positive experiences through consistent routines, visual aids, and gentle encouragement while maintaining hygiene standards.
Preschool
Three-year-olds engage in developmentally appropriate activities that build academic and social skills. The Creative Curriculum framework combines teacher-led instruction with child-initiated exploration across literacy, math, science, and creative arts domains.
Pre-K
Our Pre-Kindergarten program prepares four-year-olds for academic success through advanced literacy development, complex problem-solving activities, and structured social interactions. Christian values integrate with STEM concepts and fine motor skill development to ensure kindergarten readiness.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We care for children aged 6 weeks through Pre-Kindergarten, offering specialized programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-k students.
How do you integrate faith into learning?
Christian values are woven into daily activities through Bible stories, prayer, worship songs, and character lessons focusing on kindness, gratitude, and respect.
What curriculum do you use?
We implement The Creative Curriculum, a research-based framework that balances teacher-led instruction with child-initiated exploration across academic and creative domains.
How do you communicate with parents?
Our staff provides daily updates through the SmartCare App, shares classroom photos, and maintains open communication about each child's progress and activities.
What safety measures are in place?
We maintain secure facilities with controlled access, trained staff, and small class sizes that allow close supervision of all children during learning and play activities.
