The Preschool/Kindergarten ranges from age 2 1/2 to 6 1/2 years old. Tuition rates depend on the schedule chosen. The tuition amounts are for the academic year and include the $235 class fund fee.
Half Day: 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
Full Day: 8:30 am – 3:00 pm
5 days: $9,420
5 days: $11,750
4 days: $8,050
4 days: $9,875
3 days: $6,380
3 days: $7,750
2 days: $5,050
2 days: $6,000
Please note: 2 day option available only in the Starflower Preschool/Kindergarten Class.
Elementary School
For Grades 1 through 5, the tuition for the 2012-2013 school year is $11,800, including the $250 class fund fee, and consists of 5 full days from 8:25 am to 3:00 pm.
Middle School
For Grades 6 through 8, the tuition for the 2012-2013 school year is $12,000, including the $300 class fund fee, and consists of 5 full days from 8:25 am to 3:00 pm.
High School
The tuition for the 2012-2013 school year for Grades 9 through 12 is $13,250, including the $350 class fund fee, and consists of 5 full days from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Registration Fee
The Registration Fee is $500 for all programs and is due with the Tuition and Enrollment Contract at the time of enrollment. Discounted rates are available to currently enrolled students who register by March 1, 2012. Beginning March 2, 2012 and for new students, the full rate applies. The registration fee is non-refundable.
Additional Program Fees
Tuition covers all school expenses including field trips, overnight class trips, snack, etc. The following expenses are not included in tuition and will be incurred by the families based upon their student’s needs and choices:
Music Program Expenses: families of students in Grades 3 – 8 are required to rent or otherwise provide an instrument for strings/orchestra classes. Parents are encouraged to arrange private lessons to support their child’s experience in the program.
New Student Expenses: New families to Middle School are required to provide private lessons in music, foreign language, math and reading depending upon their student’s need.
Extra-curricular Program Expenses: fees for students participating in extra-curricular programs such as sports, early music ensemble, etc., are charged through the business office and are separate and additional expenses.
Sibling Discounts
Sibling discounts are recognized as follows:
The oldest child is paid at full tuition.
The second child receives a 10% discount.
The third child receives a 20% discount.
The fourth child receives a 30% discount.
Tuition Adjustment
Tuition Adjustment is available for students in Grades 1 through 12. Applications for adjustment will be available in the school’s main office and via the link below. Please see the Tuition Adjustment Guidelines for complete details about the process. You may also contact Lori Pucelik, Director of Business Affairs, (303) 777-0531 ext. 104 with any questions. Tuition adjustment is granted at the school’s discretion, based on assessment of the family’s financial need and the availability of funds. The tuition adjustment application includes an application form; a Parent’s Financial Statement, which must be submitted to the School and Student Service for Financial Aid; and a copy of the most recent year’s federal income tax return. First-time applicants are also required to submit a previous year’s federal income tax return.
Before School Care is available from 7:00 a.m. until school begins for Grades 1-8. Notice is required and there is a $6 charge before 7:30 a.m. Preschool/Kindergarten children may be dropped off at 7:30 am.
The Starflower Preschool program ends at 3:00 pm. After School Care is available on school days from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. for Preschool/Kindergarten (Larkspur, Morning Glory and Woodrose programs) through Grade 8 students. After School Care is reserved in advance and billed at $6 per hour for a single child and $10 per hour for a family. Drop in care is $7 per hour per child; no sibling discount or family rate is available.
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2012-2013 Tuition Schedule
Preschool/Kindergarten
The Preschool/Kindergarten ranges from age 2 1/2 to 6 1/2 years old. Tuition rates depend on the schedule chosen. The tuition amounts are for the academic year and include the $235 class fund fee.
Please note: 2 day option available only in the Starflower Preschool/Kindergarten Class.
Elementary School
For Grades 1 through 5, the tuition for the 2012-2013 school year is $11,800, including the $250 class fund fee, and consists of 5 full days from 8:25 am to 3:00 pm.
Middle School
For Grades 6 through 8, the tuition for the 2012-2013 school year is $12,000, including the $300 class fund fee, and consists of 5 full days from 8:25 am to 3:00 pm.
High School
The tuition for the 2012-2013 school year for Grades 9 through 12 is $13,250, including the $350 class fund fee, and consists of 5 full days from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Registration Fee
The Registration Fee is $500 for all programs and is due with the Tuition and Enrollment Contract at the time of enrollment. Discounted rates are available to currently enrolled students who register by March 1, 2012. Beginning March 2, 2012 and for new students, the full rate applies. The registration fee is non-refundable.
Additional Program Fees
Tuition covers all school expenses including field trips, overnight class trips, snack, etc. The following expenses are not included in tuition and will be incurred by the families based upon their student’s needs and choices:
Sibling Discounts
Sibling discounts are recognized as follows:
Tuition Adjustment
Tuition Adjustment is available for students in Grades 1 through 12. Applications for adjustment will be available in the school’s main office and via the link below. Please see the Tuition Adjustment Guidelines for complete details about the process. You may also contact Lori Pucelik, Director of Business Affairs, (303) 777-0531 ext. 104 with any questions. Tuition adjustment is granted at the school’s discretion, based on assessment of the family’s financial need and the availability of funds. The tuition adjustment application includes an application form; a Parent’s Financial Statement, which must be submitted to the School and Student Service for Financial Aid; and a copy of the most recent year’s federal income tax return. First-time applicants are also required to submit a previous year’s federal income tax return.
Tuition Adjustment Informational Brochure
2012-2013 Tuition Adjustment Application
FACTS Grant and Aid Assessment Service
Extended Care
Before School Care is available from 7:00 a.m. until school begins for Grades 1-8. Notice is required and there is a $6 charge before 7:30 a.m. Preschool/Kindergarten children may be dropped off at 7:30 am.
The Starflower Preschool program ends at 3:00 pm. After School Care is available on school days from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. for Preschool/Kindergarten (Larkspur, Morning Glory and Woodrose programs) through Grade 8 students. After School Care is reserved in advance and billed at $6 per hour for a single child and $10 per hour for a family. Drop in care is $7 per hour per child; no sibling discount or family rate is available.