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Make A Mess And Make Believe

1919 Yarmouth Ave Boulder, CO 80304

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 45 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $23,784
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • Make A Mess And Make Believe is a nonsectarian early childhood program located in central Boulder, CO, serving 45 students from pre–kindergarten through kindergarten.
  • The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 23:1 with 2 teachers supporting its co–educational classes.
  • Founded in 2002, the program is part of the North Broadway Holiday neighborhood and holds membership in the European Council for International Schools.
  • Annual tuition is $23,784, which is below the Boulder area average for elementary private schools.
  • The school offers early learning in a city community setting with a focus on pre–kindergarten and kindergarten education.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 45 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $23,784
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade
Year Founded
2002
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School Motto
Our image of children as curious, competent, and capable of co-constructing knowledge.

Student Body

Total Students
45 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
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Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Make A Mess And Make Believe cost?
Make A Mess And Make Believe's tuition is approximately $23,784 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Make A Mess And Make Believe?
The application deadline for Make A Mess And Make Believe is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Make A Mess And Make Believe located?
Make A Mess And Make Believe is located in the North Broadway Holiday neighborhood of Boulder, CO.

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The average private school tuition in Boulder, CO is $29,237 for elementary schools and $30,009 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Boulder, CO is 73% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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